Patients with chronic low back pain can suffer for many years, trying different therapies to relieve their pain. In the past, patients were often diagnosed with discogenic pain or spinal joint pain (originating from the disc or spine joints) – and treated with a course of care that focused on the joint or disc. However,…
The pandemic continues to wreak havoc on everyone’s lives. Some of us may have gained the “quarantine 15,” some extra, unwanted pounds likely from the stress of self-isolation, lack of exercise and the desire for comfort foods. But have you heard of “pandemic posture?”
Nearly everyone will have some type of swelling that affects a part of their body at some point in their life. Swelling can be cause by many things, whether it be injury or illness. When it comes to swelling in your legs,
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection, with more than 200 different types of HPV. Most people who contract HPV show no symptoms of infection. The majority of genital HPV infections are harmless and go away on their own; however, some types of HPV can cause genital warts or certain types of…
Almost 80 percent of people with chronic neck, back and associated radiating pain, will improve with conservative care such as chiropractic care or physical therapy. But if you’re part of the 20 percent that suffer from chronic back pain that won’t quit, your doctor may suggest alternative treatment options to help manage your pain.
When people talk about heart disease, they’re typically referring to coronary artery disease which is the most common type of heart disease, causing more than 370,000 deaths in the U.S. each year. Unfortunately, because it’s so common, you likely have a family member who has coronary artery disease.
Many people experience acid reflux from time to time. Most people can manage the discomfort with lifestyle changes and over-the-counter medications. But some may need stronger medications or surgery to ease symptoms. Learn more about the causes of acid reflux and treatment options available.
Back pain is the second most common reason for doctor’s visits and is the leading cause of worldwide disability. Almost one in three Americans have experienced back or neck pain in the last 90 days. Fortunately, there are many treatment options that can help relieve your back and neck pain.
Everyone has some risk of developing breast cancer. In the U.S., one in eight women will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime.
Did you know that approximately 10 percent of our global population are experiencing back pain right now? Back pain episodes also have a 50 percent recurrence rate within a year. If you’re experiencing back or neck pain, one treatment option you might be considering is chiropractic care.