Myofascial Release Created inTherapies & Techniques,Therapies Not all pain is caused by obvious injuries like broken bones or cuts. Some pain may stem from the myofascial tissues. These tough membranes are wrapped around your muscles to provide support and connect them to other parts of the body. When myofascial tissue becomes stiff, it may restrict…

Manual Technique Created inTherapies & Techniques,Techniques Manual therapy, also known as manipulative therapy, is a physical treatment primarily used by chiropractors to treat musculoskeletal pain and debility. How Does Manual Therapy Work? This form of physical therapy takes a hands-on approach rather than using devices or machines. When a chiropractor uses their hands during manual…

Chiropractic Care for our High-Tech Lifestyles Created inAbout Chiropractic Care,Who is Chiropractic For While technology creates many new possibilities for entertainment, connecting with others and getting work done, it also spawns new health problems. Ten years ago, nobody had “text neck.” Now many people are reaping the unwanted musculoskeletal consequences of tech overuse. “Text Neck”…

What’s An Adjustment? Created inAbout Chiropractic Care,What is Chiropractic The primary focus of chiropractic is simply to adjust the spine and remove those things which interfere with the body’s natural normal healing ability. Spinal adjustments to correct subluxations are what make chiropractic professionals unique in comparison with any other type of health care professional. The…

Effects of Chiropractic Care Created inAbout Chiropractic Care,How Does it Work Wellness requires you to be a proactive agent for your body. You need to treat it well and not wait until you hurt before you decide to take care of it. As we’ve said before health is not merely the absence of disease any…

Myths & Facts Created inAbout Chiropractic Care,How Does it Work Myth #1 – Chiropractors are not real doctors. A chiropractic college grants a D.C. or Doctorate of Chiropractic degree. Chiropractors are licensed as health care providers in every U.S. state and dozens of countries around the world. While the competition for acceptance in chiropractic school…

Balance Created inHealth & Wellness,Life in Motion Balance and coordination exist when the body is used for what it is designed for. Exercises such as walking, swimming, yoga, Pilates, bicycling, martial arts, and bodybuilding all help to improve muscle coordination. Activities such as working at a desk, reading, and watching television do the opposite for…

ADHD Created inCommon Conditions Treated,Pediatric Ailments Although chiropractors don’t directly treat ADHD, there are a number of things that your chiropractor can do to help eliminate things that stress a child’s nervous system. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a relatively common condition that tends to emerge in children during their early school years. The…

October Is National Chiropractic Health Month National Chiropractic Health Month in October is a time to explore the advantages of chiropractic care and determine when to consider chiropractic treatment in your life. Depending on your concerns and goals, the services a professional recommends for your health may vary. By understanding the advantages of chiropractic care,…