May 29, 2022 | Lumbar Spine, Thoracic Spine/Mid Back
Chiropractic is a method of treating back pain based on the belief that the spine is an integral part of the body. The spine is connected to the brain and nervous system, affecting how we think and feel. The spine also contains many nerve tissue, which can be damaged...
Apr 8, 2022 | Hip, Lumbar Spine
The hip is a ball and socket joint used to rotate the body and extend the leg while standing. In contrast, the SI joint (sacroiliac joint) allows for changes in posture by connecting the pelvis to the spine. The difference between these two joints lies within their...
Feb 15, 2022 | Lumbar Spine, Acupuncture
Sciatica is a form of nerve pain that occurs along the sciatic nerve. It often runs down someone’s back and legs and can be extremely uncomfortable. Fortunately, there are a variety of ways that sciatica can be treated. One such example is acupuncture for...
Jun 20, 2020 | Lumbar Spine, Thoracic Spine/Mid Back
Sitting is a part of life for almost all of us. Be it for work, eating, or rest, every one of us probably spends quite a few hours every day lodged in a chair. It goes without saying that we all need to take some time off of our feet, but did you know that sitting too...
Oct 10, 2019 | Chiropractic Care FAQ, Lumbar Spine, Other
How to Protect Your Back Proper stretching exercises can really help to keep your spine flexible and prevent stiffness, which often leads to back aches and pains. Try Yoga in your exercise routine. If Yoga isn’t your thing, swimming, bicycling, and walking also...
Jun 18, 2019 | Chiropractic Care FAQ, Lumbar Spine, Neck/Cervical Spine, Thoracic Spine/Mid Back
Do you know what it means to have a pinched nerve? You might have seen this question around and don’t know where to start when assessing a pinched nerve. When a nerve is pinched it means that it is compressed/receiving too much pressure from the surrounding...
