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 […]
How to Treat Uneven Shoulders?
Uneven shoulders can result in significant pain in the neck, shoulders, and lower back. Fortunately, most cases of uneven shoulders can be managed. Generally speaking, there are four broad, conservative, non-invasive strategies for fixing uneven shoulders. These strategies include chiropractic care, sleep positioning, exercise, and specific home remedies. Can a Chiropractor Fix Uneven Shoulders? Chiropractors […]
How Do You Release a Pinched Nerve in the Hip Naturally?
Is your hip numb, tingly, or maybe prone to weakness because of a pinched nerve? Don’t fret. There are several simple ways of releasing it. There are multiple types of treatments for a pinched nerve in the hip. These include simple measures like rest, gentle exercise, alternately applying cold and heat, chiropractic care, and simple […]
What To Do (And Not Do) After a Chiropractic Adjustment?
Getting the most out of your chiropractic adjustment means knowing what you should do afterward. Luckily, fitting these things into your day isn’t hard. Many of the tips in this article are common sense, such as: drinking water, getting adequate rest, staying active, and maintaining good posture. But we’ll also go over some often overlooked […]
Causes and Treatment for Thoracic Spondylosis
There are three different portions of the spine: lumbar (lower back), thoracic (middle back), and cervical (neck). Each of these areas is susceptible to degradation and damage, but some more than others. Spondylosis can affect all three spinal sections, but we’ll discuss thoracic spondylosis in this article. Thoracic spondylosis is a term for arthritis of […]
How Long Does a Chiropractic Adjustment Last?
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 chiropractic adjustment lasts. A single adjustment isn’t […]
Signs Your Pinched Nerve is Healing
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 to know this is by […]
How to Get to Sleep (And Stay Asleep) With a Bulging Disc?
Sleeping with a bulging disc can be tricky, especially since we’re creatures of habit. Unfortunately, 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 strange symptoms like digestive problems, numbness, and tingling. Not only does this keep you from […]
Alaska Fishermen Upper Extremity Disorders – How Chiropractic Can Help
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. And the injuries they can […]
Mental Health Benefits of Chiropractic During Winter in Anchorage
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 may not be going crazy […]