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Herniated Disc Treatment Options in Anchorage, Alaska

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 which the outer layer of a disc ruptures and the

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Signs a Herniated Disc is Healing

Signs a Herniated Disc is Healing

Herniated discs are a common ailment that is particularly unpleasant when you have it. However, they can be treated. Chiropractors, physical therapists, and other medical professionals have a number of tools at their disposal to manage the condition and help you heal. As you heal, it’s a good idea to

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Sciatica Treatment Options in Anchorage, Alaska

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 the sciatic nerve. The source of such irritation can range

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Bulging Disc Treatment Options in Anchorage, Alaska

A bulging disc can be the source of a great deal of pain and discomfort. Fortunately, there are ways to treat bulging discs.The technical definition of a bulging disc is where the outermost layer of the disc (the cushion-like ‘disc’ of material between two vertebrae) weakens, causing the inner nucleus

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Cervical Radiculopathy Self-care

Cervical Radiculopathy Self-Care

Cervical radiculopathy, a condition that is often referred to as a pinched nerve, results when a nerve in the neck is compressed by inflammation, a herniated disc, or some other musculoskeletal condition. When present, its symptoms can range from pain to numbness or even worse. It’s called “radiculopathy” because the

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10 Exercises for L5-S1 Pain Relief

9 Exercises for L5-S1 Pain Relief

If you suffer from pain caused by an issue at the l5-s1 level, you know how infuriating it can be – even enervating. The pain can ruin your day and make your life a living misery.  But don’t worry.  There are a number of exercises you can perform to help

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Cervical Radiculopathy

7 Self-Care Tips for Cervical Radiculopathy

Cervical radiculopathy, frequently called a “pinched nerve,” is a common ailment that can cause discomfort and disrupt daily life. However, with proper self-care measures, it’s possible to manage and alleviate its symptoms.  This post aims to provide an overview of self-care strategies for cervical radiculopathy. It’s essential to understand that

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A poster showing he right and wrong ergonomics for working with computer on a desk.

3 Tips To Help You Sit With SI Joint Pain

If you suffer from SI joint pain, you may find that sitting can often aggravate the pain to unbearable levels. But you can fight this. The way you sit can impact your SI joint pain. These three simple tips can help relieve your pain: Sit Properly (minding your posture) Take

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Herniated Disc Treatment Options in Anchorage, Alaska

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 which the outer layer of a disc ruptures and the

Read More »
Signs a Herniated Disc is Healing

Signs a Herniated Disc is Healing

Herniated discs are a common ailment that is particularly unpleasant when you have it. However, they can be treated. Chiropractors, physical therapists, and other medical professionals have a number of tools at their disposal to manage the condition and help you heal. As you heal, it’s a good idea to

Read More »

Sciatica Treatment Options in Anchorage, Alaska

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 the sciatic nerve. The source of such irritation can range

Read More »

Bulging Disc Treatment Options in Anchorage, Alaska

A bulging disc can be the source of a great deal of pain and discomfort. Fortunately, there are ways to treat bulging discs.The technical definition of a bulging disc is where the outermost layer of the disc (the cushion-like ‘disc’ of material between two vertebrae) weakens, causing the inner nucleus

Read More »
Cervical Radiculopathy Self-care

Cervical Radiculopathy Self-Care

Cervical radiculopathy, a condition that is often referred to as a pinched nerve, results when a nerve in the neck is compressed by inflammation, a herniated disc, or some other musculoskeletal condition. When present, its symptoms can range from pain to numbness or even worse. It’s called “radiculopathy” because the

Read More »
10 Exercises for L5-S1 Pain Relief

9 Exercises for L5-S1 Pain Relief

If you suffer from pain caused by an issue at the l5-s1 level, you know how infuriating it can be – even enervating. The pain can ruin your day and make your life a living misery.  But don’t worry.  There are a number of exercises you can perform to help

Read More »
Cervical Radiculopathy

7 Self-Care Tips for Cervical Radiculopathy

Cervical radiculopathy, frequently called a “pinched nerve,” is a common ailment that can cause discomfort and disrupt daily life. However, with proper self-care measures, it’s possible to manage and alleviate its symptoms.  This post aims to provide an overview of self-care strategies for cervical radiculopathy. It’s essential to understand that

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A poster showing he right and wrong ergonomics for working with computer on a desk.

3 Tips To Help You Sit With SI Joint Pain

If you suffer from SI joint pain, you may find that sitting can often aggravate the pain to unbearable levels. But you can fight this. The way you sit can impact your SI joint pain. These three simple tips can help relieve your pain: Sit Properly (minding your posture) Take

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