Chiropractic is a medical profession that focuses on correction of the spine to decrease subluxations. A subluxation is a rotation of your vertebrae (the bones of your spine) that causes compression on a nerve root. There are three ways a nerve can become pinched in...
One of the most satisfying aspects of being a chiropractor is seeing patient start to feel better, and then the graciousness they share after their pain is gone. And often the amazement that their pain is finally gone and there is hope again in their life....
It’s that time of year again when we start to get out in the yard and clean up the mess from winter. Lots of raking, picking up sticks, pushing or riding lawn mowers, lifting heavy bags of grass clippings and aching backs from all the work. A few good tips to...
How do you know if going to see a chiropractor will help your back or neck pain? On your first visit your Doctor of Chiropractic will take a detailed history and perform an examination. They may request x-ray imaging of your spine in a standing position to see how...
Happy Easter! This weekend the traditional meal is ham to celebrate the holiday. One huge side effect I see in my practice is inflammation caused by all the sodium intake after Easter. Ham, as I’m sure you know, has a lot of salt and this causes your body to...
Last week I was adjusting a patient and he was telling me how much better he felt now that he gets adjusted on a regular basis. He comes every two weeks for a “tune up.” It was fun to hear him explain how he has less pain and is able to do more...
