Two Common Tests for Cervical Radiculopathy
If you suffer from neck pain that radiates into your upper extremities, you may be suffering from cervical radiculopathy. There are ways to treat it. However, other conditions can masquerade as cervical radiculopathy and sometimes, vice versa. So, if you truly think you have cervical radiculopathy the first logical step is to find out for […]
How Long Does It Take an L5-S1 Bulging Disc To Heal?
If you suffer from a kind of electric shock and sharp pain in your lower back, you may have a bulging disc in your back. If you’ve been diagnosed with a bulging disc, you can expect the disc to take roughly four weeks to heal. This initial time to heal will be followed by another […]
9 Exercises To Avoid With SI Joint Pain
Are you suffering from SI joint pain and worried about what you can and cannot do? Check out this list of exercises you should avoid. A common treatment for SI joint pain is exercise. But not all exercises are equal. Some should be avoided. If you suffer from SI joint pain, avoid these exercises: sit-ups, […]
Discover Sciatica Pain Relief Through Massage
Are you suffering from sciatica? Do you have pain shooting down your buttocks and legs? Perhaps, you should consider massage as a treatment? Sciatica is a relatively common condition. The good news is that if you are looking for pain relief from your sciatica, a good massage just might do the trick. There are a […]
How to Find Relief for Upper Back Spasm Pain?
Looking for relief from upper back spasms? Do you have a twinge in your back that just won’t quit? You’ve come to the right place. Spasms in the upper back can be annoying, painful, or even debilitating, depending on their severity. But there are a number of things you can do to give yourself upper […]
Great Tips To Help You Sleep With Piriformis Syndrome
Have you been suffering with piriformis syndrome? Is pain in your back and lower extremities keeping you up at night? Consider this… An inability to sleep is not uncommon with piriformis syndrome. Don’t worry, though. Here are a few tips to help you: pay attention to your spinal alignment, get proper treatment, modify your sleep […]
How To Restore The Natural Curve of Your Neck?
Does your neck have an unnatural curve? Is it painful? To restore the natural curve in your neck and alleviate those problems, just keep reading. There are a number of ways to help restore the natural curve of your neck. These include: Chiropractic Care, Massage Therapy, Maintaining Good Posture, Heat/Cold Therapy, Improving Diet, and Choosing […]
How Do You Sit With Spondylolisthesis? (A Chiropractor’s Guide)
Do you suffer from spondylolisthesis? Are you having difficulties sitting because of excruciating back pain? Keep reading for some useful tips you can use. The key to sitting with spondylolisthesis is to maintain correct posture. To that end, you can follow these tips to alleviate some of your pain: keep your spine in a neutral […]
13 Things To Avoid with Degenerative Disc Disease
One of the main issues with degenerative disc disease (DDD) is that, in the beginning, you might not be suffering many symptoms and may not even know that something is wrong. Pain may come and go, or may develop to a constant level of discomfort over the course of several weeks. If you suspect that […]
Easy Exercises for Hip Labral Tears Pain Relief
A hip labral tear affects the labrum (a structure made of thick cartilage) of a hip joint. It can lead to varying levels of pain. Treating a hip labral tear often incorporates physical therapy exercises that work the cardiovascular system or the muscles around your buttocks called the glutes. Cardio exercises include: swimming, walking, rowing, […]