As we age, our knees begin to show signs of wear and tear, and studies show that an increasing number of middle-aged people are seeking total knee-replacement surgery. While there have been improvements in the surgical techniques, the procedure is still invasive and costly. Fortunately, early conservative treatment may allow […]
People with back pain who are treated by a chiropractor experience more relief than patients treated with standard care alone, according to new research. A new study from the journal Spine tested the effects of combining chiropractic with standard medical care in 91 military personnel with low-back pain. While all service members […]
Sacro-Iliac Joint Pain and Chiropractic A new study confirms that chiropractic care is an effective, safe way to treat sacroiliac joint pain. The sacroiliac joint, or SI joint, is located at the base of the spine where the sacrum and pelvis connect to one another. SI joint pain can have […]
Chiropractic more effective for neck pain than drugs A new study from the prestigious medical journal, “The Annals of Internal Medicine,” reports that chiropractic is more effective for neck pain than medication. In the study, 272 patients with acute or subacute neck pain were given one of three treatments: medication, […]
A new case study suggests chiropractic can provide significant relief of frozen shoulder syndrome. Frozen shoulder syndrome, or FSS, is a painful condition causing night pain and restricted shoulder range of motion. Medical treatments for FSS often include stretching or injections of medications and steroids. Unfortunately, these treatments do not […]
The holiday season can be a stressful time of year. Extra stress can be particularly challenging for people with chronic pain conditions like fibromyalgia and migraine, since stress can exacerbate pain. If you suffer from chronic pain, here are five tips to help you manage your stress and pain levels […]
Chiropractic care cured vertigo and dizziness for patients in a new case study. Vertigo and dizziness are common after an auto accident, and can result from head injuries or a sudden, violent motion of the head that disturbs the vestibular system. Patients may also experience nausea, sleep disturbances, and balance […]
Headache is reported in 90% of auto injury patients, and there are many different possible causes. Cervicogenic headaches are probably the most common after a car crash. Cervicogenic means “originating in the neck” and these headaches are caused by irritation of the nerves that travel through the head and neck. […]
Three men passed away on Christmas Eve and were met by Saint Peter at the pearly gates with his book OPEN. “In honor of this Holy season,” Saint Peter said, “Each one of you must possess something that symbolizes Christmas to get into heaven.” The first man fumbled through […]
Tipping the scales this holiday season? Reports of your holiday weight gain have been greatly exaggerated. Media stories often suggest that the average person gains 7 to 10 pounds between Thanksgiving and Christmas. And in surveys, people say they gain, on average, about five pounds this time of year. But […]