What is Light Therapy? Light therapy, which is also known as phototherapy, is a natural healing regime used to treat a variety of disorders which manifest in both the body and in the mind. Light therapy (phototherapy, heliotherapy) is the use of exposure to wavelengths of light which are specific to the therapy. This can include such sources as daylight, lasers, polychromatic polarized light, … [Read more...]
Medication Lidoderm Patch
What is the Lidoderm Patch? The Lidoderm Patch is a brand name of a local anesthetic used to treat the pain that occurs following an outbreak of shingles within a patient. The Lidoderm Patch is a type of lidocaine transdermal patch that is a local, non-pill, anesthetic. It might also be used for other forms pain management as well. It blocks nerve pain signals, and it is prescribed for … [Read more...]
About Brittle Bone Disorder
What is Osteogenesis Imperfecta? There is no cure for brittle bone disorder, which is officially known by the name of osteogenesis imperfecta. But there are some options available which can help patients manage the disorder. A congenital disease caused by a defective gene, osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) makes the patient develop brittle, or fragile, bones. Type 1 collagen, which is a necessary … [Read more...]
Cervical Lordosis and Lumbar Lordosis and Chiropractic
Cervical Hypolordosis and Hyperlordosis The cervical and lumbar regions of the spine can have abnormal lordosis curves which could be treated with the help of a practitioner of chiropractic care. The cervical region in the spine contains the neck vertebrae. Cervical lordosis refers to the curve which is present in that part of the spine. It is normal for the cervical lordosis to have a wide … [Read more...]
Chiropractic and Massage for a Healthy Lifestyle
Chiropractic Care Regular chiropractic and massage treatments are not just for relieving pain. They can also be a part of an overall healthy lifestyle and injury prevention. Doctors of chiropractic care are specialists who have been trained in the knowledge of musculoskeletal health, as well as its impact on the nervous system and overall wellness. Chiropractors approach healthcare from a … [Read more...]
Chiropractic Care for Degenerative Disc Disease
What is Degenerative Disc Disease? Degenerative disc disease may become very painful as it progresses. Traditional forms of care tend to focus on medication and surgery. However, chiropractic care is a useful and more natural alternative option. Chiropractic care is generally safer and easier on the patients in situations where surgery is not absolutely necessary. Degenerative disc disease, … [Read more...]
Gaming, Texting, and Chiropractic
Gaming, Texting, and Text Neck With so many patients out there who have access to a host of electronic devices for gaming, texting, and internet access, and with handheld tablets and smartphones readily available, proper ergonomics and chiropractic care become even more necessary. Those who bend their head for several hours to text, or to look at smartphone and tablets, can be in for a real “pain … [Read more...]
Chiropractic and Parkinsons Disease
What is Parkinson’s Disease Parkinson’s Disease is a brain disorder that leads to movement impairment developing in the patient. While there are many traditional medical treatments that might be sought in order to manage symptoms, chiropractic can be a natural, alternative care option for some. With the latter treatment option, patients are very unlikely to experience potentially dangerous side … [Read more...]
Chiropractic for Lupus
What is Lupus? There are many autoimmune diseases, in which the body attacks its own healthy tissues. Lupus is one of them. Chiropractic care may provide some relief. Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or lupus), is an autoimmune disorder that can affect many parts of the body, including the organs, skin, and joints. It is more common in women, especially those who are aged between 10 and 50, … [Read more...]
Chiropractic Care for Occipital Neuralgia
What is Occipital Neuralgia? Occipital neuralgia headaches are very painful. There are, fortunately, many treatment options available to patients who suffer from these headaches. One such treatment option is chiropractic care. Occipital neuralgia (C2 neuralgia, Arnold’s neuralgia) causes chronic pain in the back of the head, behind the eyes, and in the upper neck. The occipital nerves … [Read more...]