Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is the leading cause of numbness to the middle three fingers and thumb and affects millions of Americans each year. There are MANY potential causes of CTS, and these causes can be unclear or multi-factorial. We have discussed the importance of night splints and what chiropractic can do for CTS in the recent past. This month,
Exercises that focus on improving posture, flexibility, strength, and coordination are important for creating a well-rounded cervical rehabilitation program. Our discussion continues this month with stretching and strengthening exercises. STRETCHING Our neck muscles have to hold up our 12-pound (~5.5 kg) head. It’s no wonder why our neck muscles seem to be tight almost all the time. Here are two
Neck pain can occur for many different reasons, but what can you do about it? That’s the BIG question! As discussed last month, exercise training is an important part of the chiropractic management process. Let’s take a close look at which exercises are MOST important with respect to self-management strategies. There are several goals or reasons to perform neck exercises.
Is there a “normal” or “best posture” out there? If so, what is it? Posture is largely inherited; however, there are also environmental, social, and other forces that can affect posture. Some say “good posture” is the position that places the least amount of strain on the body. In particular, the muscles and ligaments that hold the body together. Cause
In general, exercise is good for everyone. In fact, exercise seems to benefit EVERY system of the body. It’s one of the BEST ways to relieve stress. So back to the question, should you include push-ups in your exercise program? The short answer is yes…and no! To best answer this question, we must FIRST assess what shape you’re in BEFORE
Poor posture can impair physical function and affect one’s health. It’s very common to see people with a slouched, forward head posture. Some advise us to sit up straight, limit phone use, or hold devices at eye level. But are there any exercises that can help reverse forward head posture? The answer is YES! Let’s look at five easy-to-perform exercises
Patients with carpal tunnel syndrome are usually prescribed stretching exercises by medical and chiropractic doctors, as well as physical therapists. In this syndrome, the median nerve is often constricted by a swollen nerve sheath. Malalignment of the wrist bones can also form the hole that the nerve glides through. If there is inflammation or scar tissue, this can add to
It’s common for the muscles that attach to the hip and pelvis to be overly active or tight. At the same time, the core muscles are also deconditioned and weak. When it comes to managing low back pain, should patients focus on stretching the hip muscles or strengthening the core? Here we will discuss a few options of various exercises
When it comes to the human body, an issue in one area can contribute to problems elsewhere. For example, one study found that 3-in-5 patients with hip impingement also suffer from clinically significant low back pain. They also have increased disability in one location that’s associated with greater disability in the other. When managing a patient with a musculoskeletal disorder
If you remember back when you were a kid, exercising was commonplace. You ran, jumped, played sports, did physical education, or jumped rope with your friends. You were active from morning until you slept at night. There are still many people that as they age, continue to push themselves to the limits to remain super active. Adults allow themselves to
Jonathan Woodward, D.C.
Woodward Chiropractic & Massage
6310 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy Ste 115
Dallas, TX 75240
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