Chiropractic adjustments are a mystery to many people. For most, it’s a matter of getting rid of the pain their back or neck is causing. But many people wonder how long that pain relief is expected to last. In other words, they want to know how long a typical chiropractic
Sleeping with a bulging disc can be tricky, especially since we’re creatures of habit. Unfortunately, according to chiropractors – here in Anchorage and elsewhere – sleeping in the wrong position (even if it’s your favorite position) can add stress to your spine, making the bulging disc worse, which can cause
It’s common knowledge that we tend to shrink as we get older. The cause of that minor shrinkage is similar to what happens when we suffer from a herniated disc. And while getting older or having a herniated disc won’t drastically change your height, it can cause you to shrink.
Prescription medications have their uses. Many people are used to seeing a general practitioner and walking away with a prescription for some kind of medication. And since there’s still some confusion about what chiropractors in Anchorage, AK do, many people wonder if these medical professionals can also prescribe medications. The vast
We used to think that sleep wasn’t such a big deal. It was (and still is) “cool” to operate on only 5 or 6 hours of sleep per night. You hear entrepreneurs and successful executives talking about how they don’t sleep much because they have too much to do. And
Fishing is big business here in Alaska. Stories make it down to the lower 48 about how getting a job in the Alaskan fishing industry could net you a lot of money in a short period. But what these stories don’t tell you is how physically demanding these jobs are.
Drinking alcohol has always been a popular activity for Americans. A look at what happened during Prohibition is evidence enough of this. And while most people are familiar with the potential hazards of drinking alcohol, such as car accidents, depression, and problems with the kidneys and liver, there is another
Chronic diseases are a serious threat to Alaskans’ health. And while chiropractic care isn’t ideal for preventing all chronic diseases, studies show that it can help to prevent many chronic diseases. And if COVID-19 has taught us anything, it’s that it’s more dangerous than ever to have a compromised immune
Despite what people in the lower 48 think, Alaska in the winter isn’t all that bad. It’s not like we’re all holed up in our homes and pining for sunlight. Alaskans are tough, after all. But that doesn’t mean that winter isn’t hard on a lot of us. While we
Anyone who has ever played sports or participated in any prolonged physical activity has likely experienced a sports injury. These types of injuries range from minor annoyances to major issues that require medical attention. No matter the severity, it’s important to know which type it is: acute or chronic sports
Chiropractic adjustments are a mystery to many people. For most, it’s a matter of getting rid of the pain their back or neck is causing. But many people wonder how long that pain relief is expected to last. In other words, they want to know how long a typical chiropractic
Sleeping with a bulging disc can be tricky, especially since we’re creatures of habit. Unfortunately, according to chiropractors – here in Anchorage and elsewhere – sleeping in the wrong position (even if it’s your favorite position) can add stress to your spine, making the bulging disc worse, which can cause
It’s common knowledge that we tend to shrink as we get older. The cause of that minor shrinkage is similar to what happens when we suffer from a herniated disc. And while getting older or having a herniated disc won’t drastically change your height, it can cause you to shrink.
Prescription medications have their uses. Many people are used to seeing a general practitioner and walking away with a prescription for some kind of medication. And since there’s still some confusion about what chiropractors in Anchorage, AK do, many people wonder if these medical professionals can also prescribe medications. The vast
We used to think that sleep wasn’t such a big deal. It was (and still is) “cool” to operate on only 5 or 6 hours of sleep per night. You hear entrepreneurs and successful executives talking about how they don’t sleep much because they have too much to do. And
Fishing is big business here in Alaska. Stories make it down to the lower 48 about how getting a job in the Alaskan fishing industry could net you a lot of money in a short period. But what these stories don’t tell you is how physically demanding these jobs are.
Drinking alcohol has always been a popular activity for Americans. A look at what happened during Prohibition is evidence enough of this. And while most people are familiar with the potential hazards of drinking alcohol, such as car accidents, depression, and problems with the kidneys and liver, there is another
Chronic diseases are a serious threat to Alaskans’ health. And while chiropractic care isn’t ideal for preventing all chronic diseases, studies show that it can help to prevent many chronic diseases. And if COVID-19 has taught us anything, it’s that it’s more dangerous than ever to have a compromised immune
Despite what people in the lower 48 think, Alaska in the winter isn’t all that bad. It’s not like we’re all holed up in our homes and pining for sunlight. Alaskans are tough, after all. But that doesn’t mean that winter isn’t hard on a lot of us. While we
Anyone who has ever played sports or participated in any prolonged physical activity has likely experienced a sports injury. These types of injuries range from minor annoyances to major issues that require medical attention. No matter the severity, it’s important to know which type it is: acute or chronic sports
