If you are new to chiropractic treatment or are considering it for the first time, here are some facts you should know. A chiropractor is a graduate of an accredited chiropractic college and has had extensive training, both academic and practical. Though the hallmark of chiropractic treatment is spinal adjustment, a precise movement of the [...]

Increasing aches and pains are, alas, a natural part of the aging process. Decreased flexibility, range of motion and problems with balance often come with the territory. But you don’t have to resign yourself to suffering with them. Regular chiropractic treatment can offset the advance of some of these problems. Some of the aches and [...]

Your posture—the way you carry yourself—is not just a matter of appearance. It’s an important factor in maintaining your general well-being. When all your body parts are in line—shoulders, hips, knees, ankles and feet—your spine is able to maintain its natural curve. When you are standing still, staying erect and keeping good posture is relatively [...]

Whiplash is the aptly named term for the violent snapping of the head that can occur in certain types of automobile collisions, the rear-end hit in particular. Car accidents obviously are dangerous for all involved. Infants and children in particular, however, are susceptible to serious whiplash injury. An infant has very little control of the [...]

We are creatures who spend about a third of our time sleeping. We’ve discussed here the importance of sleeping on a good mattress. Good pillows are essential to the sleep experience as well. Pillows should provide more than a soft spot for your head. They should cradle your neck and support your head (which weighs [...]

It can take weeks to fully recover from the damage done by a twisted ankle. A twisted ankle, whether you’ve rolled it in or out, is a painful injury. Ligaments that tear in the initial injury rarely repair satisfactorily; they often generate scar tissue, which is not flexible. Therefore, the likelihood of future instability and [...]

The spine, your backbone, is made of 24 small bones—each called a vertebra and collectively called vertebrae—through which the spinal cord runs. The spinal cord, of course, is the main conduit of information and sensation running between the brain and the other parts of the body. The bones of the spine protect your spinal cord. [...]

Acupuncture, like chiropractic, is a non-drug, non-invasive form of therapy that has been proven effective in certain circumstances. It is an ancient Chinese form of medicine that involves inserting needles in precise locations around the body to encourage healing and the flow of energy. The needles may be stimulated either with mild electric current or [...]

Each of us has stress in our lives, in one form or another. The job, finances, kids, a personal relationship—stress can come in a variety of shapes. It’s important to recognize signs of stress. Tense and painful muscles are common signs of stress. Stress can also be felt in some quiet, but quite serious, ways. [...]

As we age our bodies are subject to all sorts of change. One is a degenerative condition in which the spinal canal (the opening in the vertebrae through which the spinal cord travels) narrows. The name of this condition is spinal stenosis. Most commonly it occurs in the lower spine, known as the lumbar spine. [...]