A Unique, Multidisciplinary Approach to Pain Management
[caption id="attachment_81" align="alignright" width="300" caption="Do you suffer from Sciatica?"][/caption] Many people use the term sciatica incorrectly. Sciatica is pain along the path of the sciatic nerve which extends from the lower back down each leg. Sciatica is a symptom (like itching), it is not a diagnosis (like Parkinson’s disease). Sciatica can range from an occasional nuisance to exc...
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Metabolism refers to the rate at which your body burns calories. Your metabolic rate is your personal “calories-per-hour” number. Your metabolism is lowest while you sleep and highest during and right after vigorous exercise. Here are a few health tips for raising your metabolism: 1. Don’t skip breakfast We know it's early and you are running late! Plan ahead the night before! The morning meal ...
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Chiropractors regularly treat golfers both on the professional and amateur level. The range of motion required to swing a golf club puts a great deal of pressure on the lower back. The pressure comes from rotating and extending. In addition, while a golfer goes through this motion the muscles are contracted and released kind of like a coiling effect. The uncoiling of these muscles on the downward ...
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1. Exercise At Least Three Times a Week Exercise can be something as non-strenuous and simple as a long walk 2. Maintain a Healthy Diet Eating a balanced diet helps the body heal and recover 3. Try to Always Maintain a Good Posture Don't slouch at your computer or when standing 4. Stretch, Stretch, Stretch! It's important to stretch your muscles before and after exercise 5. Don’t Turn Your...
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[caption id="attachment_253" align="alignright" width="300" caption="Chicago Chiropractic can help with stress and anxiety"][/caption] Stress and anxiety not only cause mental anguish, but physiological problems as well! Muscle tightness, headaches, nerve pain and even disc issues can arise from chronic stress. Chiropractic care can frequently provide considerable relief to those with ch...
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How many hours a night do you sleep? Are you getting solid and consistent sleep each night? Patients frequently ask me what the best way to sleep is to prevent back pain and neck pain as sleep is incredibly important to staying healthy. Here is the answer: Sleep on your side or on your back, but never on your belly! Sleeping on your stomach is bad for both your lower back and your neck. Have you...
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