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...
Oct 24, 2018 | Lumbar Spine
Low back sprains and strains are one of the most common causes of lower back pain. We often see patients seeking treatment for low back sprains and strains at our San Francisco-based clinics. The back is carrying all of your weight from the moment you get out of bed,...
Jul 5, 2018 | Lumbar Spine
San Francisco, CA Back pain is one of the most common medical issues around. There are times where your acute pain can get better on its own and there are times where you back is faced with a more serious problem. You should know by now that your posture has a major...
