Introduction Neck pain affects as many as two-thirds of all adults annually, both here, in Anchorage, Alaska and around the globe. It is also a leading cause of disability and can really throw a damper on one’s lifestyle. Chiropractors are often the first line of defense for treatment of spine-related
Are you considering chiropractic care but unsure what your first visit entails? At Better Health Alaska in Anchorage, we understand you might have questions. Our goal is to make your initial experience comfortable and informative. We focus on understanding your health needs to create a personalized plan, ensuring you feel
Arthritis is a condition that affects the joints: knees, hips, hands, etc… . It causes chronic pain and disability across the globe. Fortunately, there are a variety of treatment options for patients suffering from arthritis. The goal of treatment is to reduce pain, improve function, and to keep the arthritis
Shoulder pain is both common and widespread. It affects up to 67% of adults and can be caused by a variety of conditions. Such conditions include: subacromial impingement (shoulder pain syndrome, rotator cuff tendinopathy/tears, and adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder). The specific treatment used will vary based on the diagnosis and
Spinal stenosis is a condition that involves the narrowing of the spinal canal and/or its lateral openings. This condition leads to compression of the nerve passing through such channels which, in turn, can cause neurogenic symptoms. The two most common types of stenosis are lumbar stenosis and cervical stenosis. The
Knee pain is a common condition afflicting many people in Anchorage, AK and elsewhere. Common causes include: osteoarthritis, meniscus injury, tendinopathy, and ligament sprains. Treatments for the pain will vary according to each of these conditions. It will also vary depending upon the degree of severity (from mild to moderate
Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) like low back pain, neck strain, and repetitive strain injuries are among the most common occupational ailments. Fortunately, there are ways of treating each of these. This guide covers clinically backed treatments and remedies, emphasizing both traditional medical options as well as alternatives like chiropractic care.
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 ways to treat it. Of course, the particular treatment used
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 fingers. Treatments vary with the severity of the condition which
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 treatment in Anchorage, Alaska. Of course, where you should go
Introduction Neck pain affects as many as two-thirds of all adults annually, both here, in Anchorage, Alaska and around the globe. It is also a leading cause of disability and can really throw a damper on one’s lifestyle. Chiropractors are often the first line of defense for treatment of spine-related
Are you considering chiropractic care but unsure what your first visit entails? At Better Health Alaska in Anchorage, we understand you might have questions. Our goal is to make your initial experience comfortable and informative. We focus on understanding your health needs to create a personalized plan, ensuring you feel
Arthritis is a condition that affects the joints: knees, hips, hands, etc… . It causes chronic pain and disability across the globe. Fortunately, there are a variety of treatment options for patients suffering from arthritis. The goal of treatment is to reduce pain, improve function, and to keep the arthritis
Shoulder pain is both common and widespread. It affects up to 67% of adults and can be caused by a variety of conditions. Such conditions include: subacromial impingement (shoulder pain syndrome, rotator cuff tendinopathy/tears, and adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder). The specific treatment used will vary based on the diagnosis and
Spinal stenosis is a condition that involves the narrowing of the spinal canal and/or its lateral openings. This condition leads to compression of the nerve passing through such channels which, in turn, can cause neurogenic symptoms. The two most common types of stenosis are lumbar stenosis and cervical stenosis. The
Knee pain is a common condition afflicting many people in Anchorage, AK and elsewhere. Common causes include: osteoarthritis, meniscus injury, tendinopathy, and ligament sprains. Treatments for the pain will vary according to each of these conditions. It will also vary depending upon the degree of severity (from mild to moderate
Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) like low back pain, neck strain, and repetitive strain injuries are among the most common occupational ailments. Fortunately, there are ways of treating each of these. This guide covers clinically backed treatments and remedies, emphasizing both traditional medical options as well as alternatives like chiropractic care.
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 ways to treat it. Of course, the particular treatment used
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 fingers. Treatments vary with the severity of the condition which
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 treatment in Anchorage, Alaska. Of course, where you should go
