Are you one of the millions of people around the world who are experiencing headaches? Presently, nine out of 10 Americans suffer from headaches. There are headaches that are felt occasionally. There are those felt frequently. Some cause intense pain and nausea while others are just dull and aching. Can you think of any alternative treatment for your headaches? Will you just rest and wait for the … Continue reading
When the snow clears why not try playing golf rather than just using the golf course as a snowshoe track. Golfing gives the entire body a workout. This is far from the perception many non-golfers have about the sport. To them, golf is an easy sport done for leisure. However, as any golfer would attest, playing golf can lead to serious injuries. When doing a swing, golfers engage muscle groups both… Continue reading
For an active person, running is an exhilarating way to get a good workout. Unsurprisingly, a good many fitness buffs swear by their daily runs: Both as a form of exercise and a way to clear their head and get grounded and ready for their day.As with any exercise, running demands some planning, and for those under the care of a chiropractor, this actual kind of exercise might require a bit of extr… Continue reading
Iliopsoas Tendonitis and Iliopsoas Syndrome are conditions that affect the iliopsoas muscle located in the anterior region (or front) of the hip, causing hip pain.What are Iliopsoas Tendonitis and Iliopsoas Syndrome?Technically, they are two separate conditions, but it’s not uncommon to hear the term iliopsoas tendonitis or iliopsoas syndrome being used to describe the same thing.Iliopsoas tendoni… Continue reading
I’m often surprised that people do not consider chiropractic care for hand and wrist pain. We do more than just low back and neck pain. We are taught to address the spine and most other joints of the body including the hand and wrist.Hand and wrist pain for the sake of this article is not about carpal tunnel syndrome. That is another topic for another day. Besides which, most carpal tunnel syndrom… Continue reading
Thoracic back pain is also known as upper back pain is pain that is felt between the bottom of the neck and top of the lumbar spine. It is believed that this pain originated from muscular irritation or other soft tissue (e.g. ligament) problems. This is usually caused because of overuse injuries, lack of strength, trauma like sports injury and poor posture.Muscular pain can be cured/ treated by tr… Continue reading
If you have arthritis or osteoarthritis you know how your joints can hurt. Aches and pains galore. You may often wonder whether you should be moving them or not. However research has shown that moving the joints is best. Staying active is the key. You want to move those joints as much as possible. Move around throughout the day and don’t sit for endless hours.By moving your body you increase the b… Continue reading
Stress fractures occur when repetitive stresses are applied to a weakened bone. This is a chronic injury, which means that it does not happen from a one-time event, but over an extended period. Improper equipment (worn or improper shoes), muscle imbalances, or improper running and walking gait can all cause stress fractures.The muscles are designed to act as shock absorbers during impact activitie… Continue reading
The most popular New Year’s resolution is to lose weight. The biggest increase in gym memberships happens in January. Yet by the March 1, 90 percent of those with new memberships come less that once a week. If you snowshoe you have the potential to significantly improve your fitness level and burn more calories than running or skiing.
What is Discipline? Does discipline have anything to do with success or motivation? Does discipline have anything to do with your everyday life? Can discipline be an effective habit?
Is stress a common cause for back and neck pain?
This question is asked of me at least once a day. The answer is yes, but indirectly. Let me explain. There have been multiple papers written on the effects of stress on the musculoskeletal system. What they have found is that stress slows down, or inhibits, a particular set of nerves called slow motor units. These nerves are responsible for “turning on” or firing the stabilizing muscles of the spine.
Many people tend to gain weight during the winter months. Some joke that they are preparing for hibernation, but we don’t get to crawl into a warm hiding place and sleep the fat away. In our sedentary culture, factors that accelerate weight gain are a real concern. The extra pounds acquired over the winter can stay year after year contributing to health problems such as obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease.
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