Aug
17
Why Chiropractic Should Be Part Of Your Recovery Plan From An Accident Or Injury
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It happens every day – someone is involved in a minor fender-bender and, after exchanging insurance information, all parties involved go home. Most people don’t give the little wreck another thought. After all, they feel fine right now and the accident wasn’t serious. However, what many people fail to realize is that some injuries, especially injuries to the spine do not show up right away. You can be in a minor accident and wake up in excruciating pain the next day or even several days later.
Whether you have a case of whiplash or just some bumps and bruises, you need relief from your pain. When you visit your doctor, he or she will likely point you in the direction of the nearest pharmacy. For many people, the thought of filling their bodies with over-the-counter or prescription drugs is not something they want to do. So they begin looking for alternatives.
A visit to the chiropractor can relieve your pain without the use of any drugs. Read more
Aug
10
Millions of people suffer with prolonged back pain every day. The root of the problem can be a variety of things, including work-related strain and permanent damage from an injury.
Regardless of the reason for the back pain, the prospect of living with pain every day is daunting. For some patients, the pain is unbearable and they turn to surgery in hopes of getting some sort of relief. What many back pain sufferers do not realize is that chiropractic care can help alleviate back pain, thus allowing you to avoid surgery.
Chiropractic treatment has a proven track record of alleviating pain without risky surgery. Back surgery has no guarantees – it is usually the last resort of a patient in pain. Read more
Aug
5
Whether you work from a home office or an office away from home, it is important to have an ergonomically correct workspace. Otherwise, you run the risk of having various health problems. For instance, tendonitis, back pain and neck pain are just a few of the potential problems. The following ten tips will help you create an ergonomically correct office, leaving you free to focus on work rather than managing your pain.
1. Keep frequently used items within reach. This will help you to avoid a lot of stretching and reaching.
2. Keep your keyboard flat on the desk. Even if it has an adjustment to lift it up, keep it flat.
3. Your armrests on your desk chair should be adjusted to ensure that your arms are parallel to the floor and your wrists are at a natural angle when typing. Read more
Jul
26
“My mother has been living with arthritis for years. She’s seen doctor after doctor, and tried many different types of pain medication. Nothing helps, and her joint pain continues to come back stronger than ever. Can chiropractic treatment help, even if she’s been dealing with arthritis for years?”
Millions of people suffer from arthritis. Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are the two most common types of arthritis, both of which distress the joints. Arthritis causes great pain for the afflicted individual, and while there are many over-the-counter medications and even prescription medications to help alleviate the pain, there is no known cure for arthritis. The most a doctor can do is try to help people manage the symptoms and the pain.
For this reason, chiropractic treatment is becoming a popular way to alleviate the pain involved with arthritis. Chiropractic care involves a natural approach to pain relief and many people appreciate this natural way of battling arthritis. Instead of putting various chemicals into their bodies in hopes of pain relief, people have found chiropractic treatment a safe and natural alternative. Read more
Jul
20
Fifty percent of children will suffer from a middle ear infection before their first birthday. Sixty-six percent will have at least one middle ear infection by the time they are three. For many of these children, this ear infection is the beginning of a painful and repetitive cycle with potential long term hearing effects.
For the occasional ear infection, many doctors will prescribe an antibiotic. Unfortunately, this treatment is only effective if the cause of the infection is bacterial rather than viral. Children who suffer from chronic ear infections may face even more invasive treatments involving surgery and general anesthesia. Read more
Jul
8
What Is A Herniated Disc?
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It can be a real pain in the neck to have a pain in your back. Millions of people suffer from some sort of back pain at some point in their life. Some of the pains are minor and can be relieved with rest and anti-inflammatory medications. Others are more severe and recurring, causing you to constantly live in pain.
While some types of back pains are easy to diagnose, it can be more difficult for doctors to diagnose a herniated disc. It can be helpful for you to understand what a herniated disc is and what symptoms to look for. With this knowledge, you can better explain your pains to your doctor and possibly speed up a diagnosis.
When talking with different members of the health industry, you may actually hear a variety of terms. “Herniated disc”, “pinched nerve” and “bulging disc” are all commonplace in conversation, yet may mean different things to different people. “Ruptured disk”, “slipped disc”, and “collapsed disc” only add to the confusion. Read more
Jun
30
How to Prevent Back Pain
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Back pain is one of the most common complaints among Americans today. In fact, approximately half of all Americans will suffer from back pain this year, and approximately 80% of Americans will experience a back problem at some point in their lives.
Back pain is also one of the most commonly cited reasons for missing work. Its estimated that back pain has caused Americans to spend $50 billion on relief each year. The sad thing is, much of this could be prevented. With minor changes in our lifestyle, we can drastically reduce our chances to suffer from back pain.
1. Eat right and exercise – It seems like everywhere you go people are touting the benefits of healthy eating and an active lifestyle. Well, here is another benefit to add to the list. A healthy lifestyle typically leads to a healthier weight. This means less strain on your back and improved muscle tone to support it. Read more
Jun
20
Celebrating Mens Health Month: Tips for a Healthy Lifestyle
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Once again, mens health month is upon us. Help us celebrate life and wellness by implementing a few healthy lifestyle tips into your life. Trust me, when your energy levels go up and your weight goes down you will be very glad you did.
1. Get moving – One of the best things you can do for your health is simply to get moving. Make physical exertion a part of your daily routine. If you’re not used to exercising much, be sure to start slow. Make small, realistic goals to get you off your seat and on your feet. Your body will thank you through better overall well-being and increased energy. Read more
Jun
7
Ahhh, summertime in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. Colorado is known for its mild weather, sunny days and outdoor activities. Because so many of us take advantage of these conditions, we also experience something else – a lot of aches and pains.
Whether your favorite weekend activity is playing softball or taking in a Rockies game, here are 7 ways chiropractic can help you live summer to the fullest.
1. Aches and pains – from gardening to weekend sports, lower back, neck and shoulder pain can creep up on you and make it difficult to move.
2. Headaches – headaches can be caused by injury, tension or stress. Chiropractic can help alleviate the pain through regular adjustments. Read more
Jun
1
Why Chiropractic and Recreational Sports Go Hand in Hand
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Everyone knows that the recreational sports you love to participate in eventually will not love you back. Whether it’s a fall, a slide, a bump, or a break, its inevitable your recreational sports choices will leave its mark.
What many people don’t know is that there is someone who can help with the aches and pains associated with these mishaps before, during and after they occur. Your regular doctor may be able to patch you up a bit, but he won’t be able to help much with the structural issues that your accident has afforded you.
If you want help at the structural level, its time to give chiropractic a try. Read more
