Category: Spinal Health & Wellness
Get Moving Again in the New Year
Periods of inactivity can happen for a variety of reasons: illness, injury, surgical procedure, or simply a lack of exercise. Whatever the reason, many of us end the year having logged less movement and exercise time than we would have liked. The New Year offers a fresh start, but getting active after weeks or months […]
What to Expect on Your First Chiropractic Visit
This October, the American Chiropractic Association and doctors of chiropractic nationwide are celebrating National Chiropractic Health Month with the theme, “Get Started with Chiropractic,” promoting the benefits of non-drug pain management. Learn more here and follow the conversation online with the hashtag #GetStartedwithChiropractic. You’ve decided to visit a doctor of chiropractic, but you’re not quite sure […]
What Your Grip Strength Says About Your Health
When you hear “grip strength,” your mind may naturally travel to whether it feels easy or hard to twist the lids off bottles and jars. But your ability to firmly grasp objects with your hands goes way beyond this — research indicates that it can also provide deeper insight into your health, and even your […]
Is Your Child’s Backpack Causing Pain?
Back pain is pervasive among American adults, but they are not alone: Young children are suffering from back pain much earlier than previous generations, and the use of overweight backpacks is a contributing factor for some. “In my own practice, I have noticed an increase in the number of young children who are complaining about […]
Why Improve Your Balance? It May Extend Your Life
It may come as no surprise that, for people aged 65 and older, the leading causes of death are heart disease, cancer, and stroke. But do you know what causes the most injuries and injury-related deaths for this age group? It’s unintentional falls, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Research backs this […]