Sports Massage: Benefits, Types & Techniques Active military personnel and veterans can benefit from massage therapy. Massage is not just for regular relaxation and spa treatments, contrary to what some might believe. The relaxation aspect of massage is just one aspect of what makes it a beneficial form of therapy for many patients. There are actually a large number of benefits to … [Read more...]
Many Causes of Lower Back Pain
Disorders Causing Lower Back Pain Lower back pain, also known as lumbago, can be very debilitating on a daily basis. There are many causes of lower back pain, which is just a symptom of these other causes. Fortunately, there are several non-medical solutions to relieve and treat the pain and its causes. Arthritis and herniated discs can be common causes of low back pain. There are some people … [Read more...]
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
What is Cubital Tunnel Syndrome? Cubital tunnel syndrome causes pain and numbness in the patient in a similar manner to other syndromes that put pressure on the nerves. Chiropractic and massage care can be helpful treatment options that are available for this condition. While carpal tunnel syndrome is a more well-known condition, both the radial tunnel and cubital tunnel syndromes share some … [Read more...]
Chiropractic Treatment for Broken Ribs
Traditional Medical Treatment for Broken Ribs Recovering from a rib injury, whether cracked, broken, or strained, can take many painful months. A patient also becomes misaligned due to overcompensating for the injured region. This can lead to other kinds of referred pain in the back, legs, arms, chest, neck, and other muscles. Chiropractic treatment could alleviate some of these … [Read more...]
Chiropractic for Multiple Sclerosis
What is Multiple Sclerosis? Multiple Sclerosis is a progressive and degenerative autoimmune disease. Chiropractic care may be a useful adjunct therapy for patients who suffer from the symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis. Multiple Sclerosis, or MS, affects both the brain and the spinal cord. It is an autoimmune disease, which means that the body incorrectly attacks its own systems. It affects women … [Read more...]
Health Hacks: 5 Foot Pressure Points You Need To Be Aware Of
The human body is a fantastic machine. It is filled with thousands of nerves, coursing through the body and sending signals to the brain. The brain interprets the signals as pain or something else. Did you know there are certain spots on your body that are painful if pressed but can help relieve conditions and ailments throughout the body? These are called pressure points, and quite a few of them … [Read more...]
Causes and Treatments of Muscle Spasm
Causes of Muscle Spasm Muscle spasms can be extremely painful and might negatively affect a patient’s lifestyle. There are many causes of spasms, and traditional medical treatments include prescriptions, which might have side-effects and potential addiction issues. Chiropractic care can be a very beneficial alternative for those who wish to address the root cause of the spasms and help resolve … [Read more...]
Using Chiropractic Care to Combat Your Commute
When Sitting Isn’t Resting Many people commute to go to work. Whether commuters are in a car, or using a bus, train, or other public transportation, the long-term sitting can lead to health problems. Some of these include back pain, stress, increases in blood pressure, and more ergonomic issues. How one sits really matters and chiropractic care can be an important part of maintaining health … [Read more...]
Therapeutic Massage, Spa Massage, and Massage for All Ages
About Therapeutic and Spa Massage There are many techniques in therapeutic massage, spa massage, and massage for all ages. Massage is the manipulation, pressing, and rubbing of muscles and soft tissues with fingers, hands, elbows, forearms and feet. There are many health benefits to massage and about 80 different styles of massage therapy. Some massage styles use “long, smooth strokes” while … [Read more...]
Tingling in the Extremities
Tingling sensations in the hands and feet may have temporary or benign causes, but it can signal a more serious condition that requires treatment. Causes of Tingling Sensation Common causes of tingling feelings in the hands and feet are temporary, such as falling asleep on an arm, or crossing the legs for an extended period of time. That sensation is the one called “pins and needles”, and, … [Read more...]