Opioid Induced Constipation

Have you been watching the silly drug commercials lately?  These long drawn out commercials that talk about all the side effects and interactions with other medications?  They can ruin a tv show in my opinion.  Seeing the same people playing golf, or walking on the...

Why I Get Adjusted Once a Week

I was reading a great blog article from one of my peers this morning.  He had a great quote that said, “Patients aren’t living to get adjusted, they get adjusted so they can live.” Sure, I’m friends with my chiropractor, but we have a lot more...

Muscle Spasm and Subluxations

We have all experienced that “kink” or “knot” pain in our upper back or shoulder blades.   We feel a sharp stabbing or burning pain in these areas.  You may even try to talk your spouse into rubbing your shoulders to find some relief.  So, what...

Sitting and Car Rides Cause Back and Neck Pain

It is time for the joys of a summer vacation!  Packing up the family and heading out of town for a few days of rest and recovery can be just what the doctor ordered — until you sit in the car for a while and realize, “my back and neck are starting to...

Chiropractic Focuses on the Cause of Your Condition

Chiropractic works different than the medical model for treating your back and neck pain.  If you have back pain and go into the emergency room tonight you will most likely be given a pain medication and a muscle relaxer.  The ER physician will advise you to follow up...

Back Pain from Yard Work-Chiropractic Helps

Back pain and muscle strain is almost inevitable this time of year with all the yard work.  From raking and lifting to riding the lawn mower your back and neck are under stress and strain.  If you have been sedentary all winter long you are even more susceptible to...