Tendonitis, also known as tendinopathy, is a fairly common condition that causes pain and impaired function in the tendons it affects (e.g. Achilles, patellar, rotator cuff, etc…). Many people in the Anchorage, AK area suffer from tendonitis, but there are…
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a common condition affecting many people in Anchorage, Alaska and elsewhere. An entrapment neuropathy, it affects the median nerve at the wrist. Symptoms include numbness,tingling, and weakness in the hand, especially in the thumb and…
I. Medical and Rehabilitation Clinics (Conservative Management) Neck pain can be an aggravating condition, no matter where you live. It can significantly impact quality of life and make day-to-day living a rough slog. Fortunately, there are numerous places to seek…
Introduction Whiplash is a common injury in most populations. Whiplash-associated disorders (WAD) are the result of a sudden acceleration and deceleration of the neck. They are most often the result of car accidents or sports injuries. Your local Anchorage chiropractor…
Treatment Options for a Herniated Disc A disc is the tissue that serves as “padding” between two vertebrae in the spine (regardless of whether it is the cervical, thoracic, or lumbar spine). A herniated disc refers to a condition in…
Back pain is one of the most common health issues affecting the population. It can be caused by a variety of injuries and conditions ranging from pinched nerves to herniated discs to pulled muscles and more. Fortunately, there are numerous…
Herniated discs are a common ailment that is particularly unpleasant when you have it. However, they can be treated. Anchorage-based chiropractors, physical therapists, and other medical professionals have a number of tools at their disposal to manage the condition and…
Sciatica is the medical term used to refer to a pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve from the lower back down through the buttocks, the leg, and even as far as the feet. It is caused by irritation of…