It’s important to maintain good back health by doing things that help strengthen you than cause harm. What are the “things” we need to avoid? What are some basic activities we can do to prevent back problems from occurring? Most people are aware of the saying “lift with the legs,” which means bending your knees […]
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Chiropractors often use other conservative therapies to reduce pain and improve function in patients with neck pain. With neck conditions involving herniated disks, radiating arm pain, strains, facet syndromes or sprains, and myofascial pain, cervical traction is one such option. As part of the initial new patient examination, a chiropractor may use their hands to
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The cervical spine relies heavily on muscular support. Especially the deep muscles in the front and back of the neck. Some experts estimate that up to 70% of the stability of the cervical spine comes from these deep neck muscles. Studies show that the rapid acceleration-deceleration forces placed on the neck during a motor vehicle
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The shoulder is one of the largest and most complex joints in the body. There are three joints—the AC or acromioclavicular joint, the glenohumeral joint, and the scapulothoracic joint—all of which involve the scapula to some degree. The rotator cuff contains four muscles, three of which sit on the backside of the scapula and rotate
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Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most common neuropathy, or a pinched nerve, in the extremities. CTS is estimated to affect 3-6% of the population, often seen in both hands. What causes CTS, its symptoms, how it’s diagnosed, and how is it treated? Carpal Tunnel Causation Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when pressure placed on the
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The sciatic nerve is composed of five nerve roots that exit the spine in the lower back (L4 to S3). The nerves then merge into one nerve that travels through the buttock and into the leg. Towards the back of the knee, the nerve divides into two nerves, the tibial and common peroneal. These two
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