Detecting Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Early
Because the early symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) don’t interfere too much with one’s ability to carry out regular tasks, they are commonly overlooked or ignored. As a result, many people do not believe it is worthwhile to schedule and attend a doctor’s visit to address the problem. Many people with CTS put off […]
Ankle Pronation and Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is a prevalent ailment that causes a lot of pain and disability in older people, and it typically leads to knee replacement surgery. Excessive stress exerted on the knee joint due to incorrect biomechanics of the foot and ankle is perhaps one of the most major contributing causes to KOA. The stance […]
Scapular Dyskinesis
The shoulder is made up of four joints: the glenohumeral, scapulothoracic, acromioclavicular, and sternoclavicular, which work together to move the upper arm. Because major muscles and related structures are anchored in the scapula, the shoulder blade, or scapula, is an important role in correct shoulder movement. When diagnosing a patient with shoulder pain, however, a […]
Treating Low Back-Related Leg Pain
Low back-related leg pain (LBRLP) is a prevalent ailment that sends patients to primary care clinics, including chiropractic offices. However, these situations are often complicated, and diagnosing the underlying reason can be difficult clinically. Let’s have a look at the current LBRLP treatment options. To begin, the patient’s doctor must evaluate whether the leg pain […]
Walking For A Healthy Back?
Scientists who investigated the spine’s construction came to the conclusion that it was designed for walking. This may come as a surprise given how seldom we humans walk these days. Our lives have evolved over millennia, from days spent walking and hunting for food to a primarily sedentary existence. Many of us spend the majority […]
Chiropractic Care for Soon-To-Be and New Moms
Low back pain (LBP) and pelvic girdle pain (PGP) are common complaints during pregnancy with some studies suggesting these conditions affect up to half of expecting mothers. In the postpartum period, it’s estimated that as many as one in-five women will continue to experience these forms of musculoskeletal pain up to three years following the […]
Manual Therapy for Cervicogenic Headaches
By some estimates, up to 20% of headaches are caused by a disorder of the cervical spine and its components (bone, disk, and soft tissue) usually accompanied by neck pain. It’s very common for patients with a cervicogenic headache to seek and receive manual therapies—like spinal manipulation and mobilization—from chiropractic care. Spinal manipulation is characterized […]
What Can I Do to Stop a Migraine?
piano recital, participate in family events, go to work, or simply do household chores! Wouldn’t it be nice to have ways to self-manage these miserable, often disabling headaches? Here are some options! 1. RELAXATION THERAPY: Search for a calm environment, turn off the lights (photophobia, or light sensitivity, is a common migraine complaint), minimize sound/noise […]
What’s Causing My Back Pain?
Low back pain (LBP) is one of the most common reasons patients seek out Chiropractic care, and they appreciate being told what is causing their back pain. This is why doctors gather a careful and complete history from new patients and perform a physical examination. Once the “pain generator” is determined, a doctor can discuss […]
Chiropractic Care and X-Rays for Low Back Pain
Low back pain (LBP) is the most common complaint for which patients seek chiropractic care. X-rays are a common diagnostic tool utilized by most healthcare providers. Let’s take a look at the role of x-rays and how they are used by both medical practitioners and chiropractors. X-rays are a form of radiation (similar to light […]
