How Many People Suffer From Chronic Back Pain?
Whether our pain is the result of an accident, a choice that we or someone else made, or a rock falling from the sky, it can be something that we wish to quickly remove from our lives. Our exact physical make-up is different from person to person. However, nearly everyone has pain receptors that will […]
Top 5 Stretches to Relieve Back Pain
Back pain is one of the most prevalent health problems in the world. According to the American Chiropractic Association, 80% of adults will experience a back problem at some point in their lives. An estimated 31 million Americans are suffering from back pain at any given time, and it’s one of the most common reasons […]
Is Visiting a Chiropractor Painful?
Maybe you’ve just started to explore the option of chiropractic care. Or maybe you’ve already booked your first chiropractic visit and you’re wondering what you’ve just gotten yourself into. Either way, you’ve arrived at the million dollar question: Is visiting a chiropractor painful? Short answer: No, going to a chiropractor typically isn’t painful. But like […]
Anchorage, AK Treatment Options for Whiplash: Where to Go and What Works
Introduction Whiplash is a common injury in most populations. Whiplash-associated disorders (WAD) are the result of a sudden acceleration and deceleration of the neck. They are most often the result of car accidents or sports injuries. Generally speaking, symptoms can range from mild stiffness in the neck to chronic pain and neurological deficits. Effective treatment […]
Chiropractic Care for Spondylosis in Anchorage
Chiropractic Care for Spondylosis in Anchorage, AK REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT Better Health Alaska: Expertly Treating Spondylosis Ever since opening our doors in 1998, Better Health Alaska, headed by our CEO and chief chiropractor, Dr. Brent Wells, has been providing natural, holistic care to the residents of Anchorage and the surrounding areas. In that time, we’ve […]
Chiropractic Care for Whiplash in Anchorage
Chiropractic Care for Whiplash in Anchorage, AK REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT Expert Whiplash Relief at Better Health Alaska Chiropractors Whiplash can have a significant impact on your life. Maybe you were driving along and got rear-ended, or you stopped suddenly of your own accord. No matter what the cause, whiplash is usually associated with pain and […]
Chiropractic Care for Degenerative Disc Disease in Anchorage
Chiropractic Care for Degenerative Disc Disease in Anchorage, AK REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT Serving Anchorage since 1998 Better Health Alaska Chiropractors officially opened its doors in 1998. Our office serves Anchorage, Alaska, and the surrounding areas headed by CEO and chief chiropractor Dr. Brent Wells. We’ve treated thousands of patients with DDD. If you have it, you […]
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 pain, or other symptoms, radiate […]
Cervical Degenerative Disc Disease, C5-C6 and C6-C7: Know the Symptoms!
Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) in the neck is also called Cervical Disc Disease (CDD). As we age, degeneration of the spine is a common occurrence. The discs that cushion our vertebrae are made largely of water. Over time, they tend to dry up and desiccate. This can lead to pain, aches, or other issues involving […]
6 Signs You’re Seeing a Good Chiropractor
6 Signs You’re Seeing a Good Chiropractor by Dr. Brent Wells Finding good health care seems to be a losing battle for some. Whether it’s a physician, dentist, or chiropractor, there will always be those who are better at their jobs than others. Health care is such an important part of our lives that you […]