The Webster Technique is a specific chiropractic technique used in pregnancy to help optimize the mother's pelvic function. Chances are, if you have been visiting natural birthing websites, you have heard of it.
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Headaches are incredibly common and affect nearly 45 million Americans each year. That's about one in every six people. Unfortunately, most people turn to medication for temporary pain relief. Studies have shown that pain medication can cause adverse effects and kidney or liver. Worse yet, they don't even correct the …
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The ancient Chinese practice of acupuncture has been used to treat physical, mental, and emotional conditions - from headaches to asthma - for thousands of years. New research has been released indicating it may help with menopause-induced hot flashes.
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The benefits of chiropractic are well known when it comes to the management of low back pain. However, looking beyond the localized low back benefits of spinal adjustments, the positive effects on bladder function are less well known. The nerves to the bladder are located in the lower back. The …
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Arthritis is basically defined as swelling in the joint. At this point, over one hundred different types of arthritis have been identified. Primary arthritis is defined as arthritis without an identified cause, while other forms of arthritis are secondary to a disease or other condition.
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Most people only think about visiting their chiropractor after an accident, or injury, or when they are in pain. But the fact remains that preventative chiropractic care is just as important as acute care, especially if you are looking for long-term results. Through preventative chiropractic treatments, you can improve your …
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Neck pain and stiffness are very common complaints, and these problems can come and go chronically for years or even decades. Numerous studies point to exercises and chiropractic care as two of the best approaches for gaining control over this common, potentially long-lasting, and sometimes disabling condition. However, focusing only …
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If you have a headache, you're not alone. Some estimates suggest 25 percent of the U.S. population has a headache right now. Some are occasional, some frequent, some are dull and throbbing, and some cause debilitating pain and nausea.
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One of the most common questions I get in the office is "Should I use ice or heat?" Typically, people are confused about which is better. This decision can be significantly helpful or hurtful, depending on the case.
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Scoliosis is defined as the lateral (sideways) curvature of the spine. It affects 5 to 7 million people in the United States. It can begin at any age, but it is most commonly found in adolescents.
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Why do chiropractors take X-rays? For the same reason dentists and orthopedists take X-rays, to get more information. X-rays are very helpful diagnostic tools.
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Colds are the number one reason for missed days of school and work. Adults average two to four colds each year, while children average about five. As temperatures drop, we begin to congregate indoors, and we are more likely to spread viruses. Although viruses trigger your cold or flu symptoms, …
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Scoliosis is defined as a lateral (sideways) curvature of the spine. Although scoliosis can begin at any age, it is most commonly identified in adolescents between 10 and 15 years of age. Girls are more commonly affected than boys. Because scoliosis can be inherited, a trained professional should definitely evaluate …
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According to Dynamic Chiropractic, it is estimated that 3.5 million children under the age of 14 receive medical treatment for sports injuries each year, and almost one-third of all injuries incurred during childhood are related to sports activities. The most common injuries are strains and sprains. A chiropractor can be …
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Why would a child have a spine and nerve system problem? The list is endless. Traumatic births, learning to walk, slips, falls, sports injuries, and more can be the cause of such problems. Yet, because children have such an amazing capacity to adapt, these problems are often explained as growing …
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Inversion therapy is said to relieve back pain, let your joints decompress, allow more nutrients to reach your discs, and boost circulation. Inversions are regularly practiced in yoga for their ability to relieve stress, elongate the spine, and aid the body's circulatory system. Inversion tables provide similar benefits without having …
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A scientific review published in 2007 casts doubt on many common whiplash treatments. Despite billions spent on scientific research each year, it is surprising that many common treatments lack valid scientific evidence for safety and effectiveness.
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A neck injury, such as a pulled muscle or a stiff neck, is something we've all experienced. These little aches and pains often go away on their own, but sometimes the neck injury is more substantial. In cases such as whiplash or sports injury, the ligaments or disc can be …
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Our health is under attack. We currently live in the most obese, polluted and energy-drained environment in the last 90 years. It is a fact that 92 percent of people over 50 have at least one chronic disease and 77 percent have at least two. It is time to change …
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Food addiction is a pervasive challenge. The addiction can make it seem impossible to control your behavior around food, even when you know you should not be eating it. It is so often at the root of people's failure to change their behavior and their diet.
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Low back pain (LBP) will most likely strike at some point for all of us. How we deal with it initially can be critical in its progression or cessation. Here are some tips of what to do in the moment it happens to you.
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Fibromyalgia (FM) is now considered a central nervous system (CNS) disorder rather than a musculoskeletal condition. FM is managed best from a balance of different approaches including chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue therapies, exercise, diet, supplementation, stress management, cognitive behavioral therapy, and more. Common symptoms of FM include chronic fatigue and …
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It is well-known that the immune system drives the inflammatory process in disease. Unfortunately, western medicine has very little to offer when it comes to managing or overcoming the autoimmune process. The typical medical approach is to suppress the immune system and inflammation with medications, but the drugs used to …
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Almost everyone has experienced that sudden, sharp pain that comes with a muscle cramp. Whether it was during a physical activity like jogging or swimming, or while you are sleeping, 95 percent of people will at some time experience it.
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Chiropractors have been caring for children for more than a hundred years. Many common childhood ailments will respond to this safe, natural form of health care. More and more parents are seeking chiropractic care for their children.
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Workplace injuries, a common cause of time off, cost employers and employees billions of dollars every year. Some of the more common workplace injuries are carpal tunnel syndrome, low back pain, tendonitis, bursitis, and neck pain or headaches.
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There are a lot of myths and false rumors floating around regarding chiropractic care. Chiropractic treatment is a non-surgical, drug-free treatment option for those suffering from neuromusculoskeletal issues. There's nothing mysterious about chiropractic care. It's a natural method of health care that focuses on correcting the causes of physical problems, …
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Traditionally, chiropractic care is most commonly rendered for a finite amount of time, usually until the symptoms that initially drove the patient to the office resolve. However, some patients find that periodic chiropractic treatments make them feel better and provide an improved sense of well-being.
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More than 25 million people enjoy golfing. Many avid golfers contort their bodies into oddly twisted postures, generating a great deal of torque. Couple this motion with a bent-over stance, repeat 120 times over three or four hours, add the fatigue that comes with several miles of walking, and you've …
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As many as a quarter of all Americans are overweight, and a whopping 95 percent of those who attempt to lose the weight fail. There are many reasons people become overweight - hormone imbalances, slowed metabolism, overeating, poor nutrition and lack of exercise are some of the most common. Using …
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Are you stiff and sore when you get up in the morning? Research shows that more than 70 million people suffer from sleep-related pain. The wrong sleep position can cause muscle aches and cramping, impaired circulation, and pain.
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The Webster Technique is a specific chiropractic technique used in pregnancy to help optimize the mother's pelvic function. Chances are, if you have been visiting natural birthing websites, you have heard of it.
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Nearly everyone has or will suffer from low back pain (LBP) at some point in time. What about the elderly population? Let's discuss back pain due to the wear and tear that almost invariably comes with age.
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As the weather warms up, many people will spend more time outside working in the yard. Gardening can provide a great workout, but with all the bending, twisting, reaching and pulling, your body may not be ready for it.
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March is the beginning of allergy season, when many people start to notice itchy, watery eyes and nose, sneezing, and coughing. At least one out of every five Americans suffers from allergies. Common causes of allergy symptoms include food allergies such as peanuts or milk, and seasonal resulting from grass, …
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Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the hand, becomes compressed between the displaced bones of the wrist. Nerve signals originate in the brain and follow tracts down the spinal cord through openings between the cervical vertebrae in your neck. The nerves …
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Though modern medicine has triumphed over many of the infectious diseases and traumas that killed our ancestors, new health problems have taken their place. Often, the so-called degenerative diseases-the diseases of "old age" in our culture - can be relieved, delayed or even prevented by changes in the way we …
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Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is the use of red monochromatic light to enhance the body's natural healing processes. The light source is placed on the skin, allowing the light energy (photons) to penetrate tissue where it interacts to increase circulation and help restore normal cellular function. LLLT does not break …
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Patients with lumbar spinal stenosis are commonly recognized by a bent-forward, shuffling posture and a small-step gait. Stenosis is one of the most common reasons for spinal surgery in older people. Surgery, however, is a major procedure that is recommended only when conservative methods of care are not effective.
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Whiplash usually occurs as a result of a car crash, when the head moves in a fast, uncontrolled way in many possible directions. Whiplash can also be the result of sports injuries or falls. Here are the steps to follow if you have whiplash:
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How can a spinal problem possibly contribute to your fibromyalgia symptoms? As with many disorders, especially pain, the nervous system is involved. The nervous system can get affected thorough structural changes in the spine. The classic example is the disk bulge producing a painful sciatic nerve, but there are also …
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Not only do we shrink as we get older, but our height varies throughout the day. During the course of any given day, the intervertebral disks of the spine - those shock-absorbing sponge-like structures that lie between the vertebrae - absorb or lose water, which leads to an increase or …
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There is much talk these days about obesity and lack of health among the younger generation in our country. Many fingers are pointing the blame at fast food, schools, TV, computers, video games and change in values of our society. All of those reasons play some role, but parent role …
Worldwide, low back pain (LBP) affects approximately 84 percent of the general population. Back pain is the rule, not the exception, when it comes to patient visits to chiropractors and medical doctors.
Everyone knows that they need to exercise. The problem in our modern society is that we do not always take the proper time to fit exercise into our daily routine. Being inconsistent with our routines can lead to "weekend warrior" injuries. We lift too much weight in the gym, pack …
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Who benefits from chiropractic care? Everyone! Everyone is better off under chiropractic care because the chiropractic adjustment removes the interference in the nervous system by removing subluxations in the spine. Removing subluxations maximizes the communication between the brain and the tissue of the body, allowing for an optimum level of …
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The negative effects of immobilization (lack of proper motion) begin as soon as four hours after an injury! These negative effects are not just a problem for the muscles and joints, but they also affect your heart, lungs and nervous system. These changes can become irreversible if they continue beyond …
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Low back pain (LBP) is the second most common cause of disability among adults in the United States. The total cost of back pain in the U.S., including treatment and lost productivity, ranges between $100 billion to $200 billion a year.
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Osteoporosis is a skeletal disorder characterized by weakened, porous and thin bone structure and increased risk for fracture. It is estimated that 10 million Americans have osteoporosis, and 34 million Americans have low bone mass. One in two women and one in four men over age 50 will have an …
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