Pinched nerves are no fun. If you’ve ever had one (or you think you have one now), you know just how bad they can be. Sometimes the pain is persistent. Other times it’s intermittent. Either way, you’ll want to know whether it’s getting better or worse. And the best way
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.
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
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
Spondylolisthesis happens when one vertebra slips out over the one below it. When this does cause symptoms, they are usually back and leg pain. Some severe cases can cause other, more serious issues. Regardless of whether your spondylolisthesis is causing you pain, it’s important to seek proper conservative care from
It’s no secret that as we get older, our bodies go through certain changes. Most of these changes are a natural part of getting older. But at the same time, the risk of other, more serious issues increases as we age. Which is why it’s important to know what the
Pinched nerves are no fun. If you’ve ever had one (or you think you have one now), you know just how bad they can be. Sometimes the pain is persistent. Other times it’s intermittent. Either way, you’ll want to know whether it’s getting better or worse. And the best way
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.
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
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
Spondylolisthesis happens when one vertebra slips out over the one below it. When this does cause symptoms, they are usually back and leg pain. Some severe cases can cause other, more serious issues. Regardless of whether your spondylolisthesis is causing you pain, it’s important to seek proper conservative care from
It’s no secret that as we get older, our bodies go through certain changes. Most of these changes are a natural part of getting older. But at the same time, the risk of other, more serious issues increases as we age. Which is why it’s important to know what the
