Category: chronic pain
Sciatica pain: why it happens, where it happens, how it is treated and who do you need to see
Why sciatica pain? The sciatic nerve is made up of a bundle of nerves that branch off your spinal cord and is considered to be the longest and thickest nerve in your body. When this nerve becomes irritated or injured it... Read More
Why chiropractic care
This is a question I hear often, and I understand why. Before becoming a chiropractor, I worked as an emergency room nurse. In the hospitals where I worked, chronic pain was one of the main reasons people sought medical attention. Interestingly,... Read More
Unleashing the Power of Your Brain: A Beginner's Guide to Neuroplasticity
Have you ever heard the phrase "You can't teach and old dog new tricks"? Older neuroscience research had stated that our brains stopped growing around age 25. This was based on a study that looked at rodents living in a... Read More
Injury prevention: just another benefit of chiropractic care
I am sure you know that chiropractic care is a great way to treat pain naturally, but did you know that regular care can also help to prevent injuries? Before I elaborate on this let’s talk about your core. I... Read More
Is your posture to blame for your hip pain??
Did you know that your posture may be to blame for pain in your knees, hips and even your feet? It’s true! Proper posture is assessed by drawing an imaginary line down the side view of your body. This line should... Read More
How connected is your brain and body?
I'm willing to bet this isn't a question you hear often but it is such an important question. An awareness of the sensations inside your body is called interoception. Interoception includes things like feeling your stomach rumbling, an awareness that... Read More
Looking for a holistic way to deal with chronic illness?
Trauma can have a significant impact on a person's physical and emotional health, including the development and exacerbation of chronic illnesses. This is because our nervous system often reacts as if the traumatic event is still happening. Our nervous system,... Read More
Fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome, and more--can chiropractic care help?
Odds are you most likely know someone with a diagnosis of fibromyalgia, IBS, chronic fatigue syndrome, or autoimmune disease (just to name a few) or perhaps you have suffered with one or more of these conditions. Did you know that they... Read More
Suicide, stress and chiropractic.....is there a connection?
Over 20 years ago now I lost a dear friend to suicide. When I got the call letting me know about what happened I was shocked to say the least. Doug was such a loving soul, he genuinely cared for... Read More
Did you know that correcting your posture can improve your health?
Posture….I am willing to bet that you sat up a smidge taller after just reading that single word. Poor posture, rounded shoulders, and/or “text neck” are one of the most common complaints our practice members have when they start care. ... Read More
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