Neck Discomfort in Infants: Torticollis

Torticollis is a condition that may cause mild neck discomfort in infants and affects approximately 2% of newborns. It can also occur in adults but when it is present in infants it is referred to as Congenital Muscular Torticollis. There is no way to prevent this condition, it is a result of the position of [...]

Chiropractic Care and Massage Therapy for Herniated Disc

Chiropractic Care for Herniated Disc
Chiropractors believe that back pain and tenderness is caused by restricted movement in the spine.  Spinal manipulation is a technique that restores mobility in the spine and is used for lower back pain.  Some types of spinal manipulation will help relieve pain from a herniated disc, but it some cases it [...]

Exercise the Brain and Chiropractic

Subluxations can cause decreased nervous system function.  Harvard psychiatrist John Ratey notes that “… brain development in the fetus and baby occurs through a series of critical periods, ‘windows of opportunity’.”1 He further states that if proper nerve flow has been decreased during this window of opportunity than the nerve pathway will never return.  According [...]

Disc Herniation

Disc herniation can be treated.  A patient’s treatment options will vary based on the severity of the actual diagnosis.  It’s vital for a patient to see their chiropractic or medical doctor in order for them to make a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.  If you are experiencing weakness within your muscles, pain, and numbness within [...]

Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD)

According to Wikipedia, Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD) is a “group of diseases and mechanical abnormalities involving degradation of joints, including articular cartilage and the subchondral bone next to it.”  DJD is used interchangeably with Osteoarthritis or OA and may cause joint inflammation, stiffness, creaky, tenderness, and pain.  OA (DJD) tends to be non-uniform and asymmetrical [...]

Chiropractic

Doctor of Chiropractic

Chiropractic techniques will vary with each Chiropractor in your area.  If you feel that you are not getting any relief from your current Chiropractor you may want to set up a consultation with a different Chiropractor in your area.  Always do your research before you schedule your first Chiropractic appointment.  You may want [...]

Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic care is a great alternative to traditional medical treatments.  A chiropractor can help treat the patient without drugs or injections.  Every Chiropractor is different, so it’s essential that you research your area and ask others who may be able to refer you to a doctor they know or currently see.  You can expect to [...]

Chiropracter

There are many different chiropracters a patient can choose from.  It’s important that the patient do thorough research before choosing an existing chiropracter in the area.  A patient should first consult with their primary doctor before considering any chiropractor. They generally have a good reference of who is reliable within their area.  Patients can also [...]

Carpal Tunnel

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpel Tunnel affects thousands of people across the world.  It can cause drastic unbearable pain and extreme numbness in the hands and arms.  It’s imperative that a patient seek treatment if they are experiencing reoccurring swelling, tingling or pain within their hands and arms.  If the carpel tunnel is left untreated it will [...]

Back Therapy

There are many different treatments available when it comes to back therapy.  It’s important that a patient always thoroughly research all of their options before committing to a doctor or product.  If you are in severe back pain you should always consult with your doctor, as they will offer the tailored treatment plan you need.  [...]