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Try These 3 Stretches to Relieve Your Sciatica Pain
Sciatica is a painful condition that affects how you live your life, but you don't have to sit back and live with the pain. Keep reading to discover how specific stretches can help significantly decrease sciatica discomfort.
Oct 1st, 2023

Migraines vs. Tension Headaches: Understanding the Difference
Headaches are common, especially when you're stressed or suffer from migraines, but how do you know what type of headache you have? Read on to discover more about migraines and tension headaches, including the difference between the two.
Sep 1st, 2023

5 Helpful Treatments for Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a frustrating and perplexing condition that causes widespread pain — but what can you do to manage it? Keep reading to discover five beneficial treatments when you're living with fibromyalgia.
Aug 1st, 2023

5 Common Conditions That Fuel Lower Back Pain
When low back pain strikes, all you want is relief, but the key to getting relief is understanding what's causing the pain. Keep reading to learn about five conditions that are culprits behind annoying low back pain.
Jul 11th, 2023

What Does Sciatica Pain Feel Like?
Back and leg pain can significantly impact your everyday activities, primarily due to sciatica. Keep reading to discover sciatica symptoms so you know when to seek treatment early on.
Jun 1st, 2023

How Kidney Stones Can Cause Rib Pain

That twinge of rib pain you feel may be from an injury, but it may also come from your kidneys. Keep reading to find out how kidney stones lead to rib pain and what you can do for the discomfort.
May 1st, 2023

How Rehabilitative Exercise Can Help Your Chronic Pain

Chronic pain can take over your life, even with medications and other treatments. However, exercise has a fantastic ability to give you long-term relief. Read on to discover how rehabilitative exercise helps decrease chronic pain.
Apr 6th, 2023

Why Am I Having Delayed Pain Weeks After My Car Accident?
Car accidents are scary and unexpected, leaving you with damage to your car and possibly an injury. Even if you feel fine afterward, you could have pain weeks after the crash. Keep reading to learn why pain pops up in the weeks after an accident.
Mar 9th, 2023

The Link Between Artificial Sweeteners and Headaches
Have you ever drank diet soda and noticed you had a headache later on? Your headache may be related to the artificial sweeteners in the drink. Keep reading to find the link between your headaches and artificial sweetening agents.
Feb 13th, 2023

Serious Causes of Rib Pain
Pain in your rib cage stems from various causes, some of which you can care for at home. However, other more severe issues could be causing your pain. Read on to find out the serious culprits behind rib pain and when to seek expert treatment.
Jan 2nd, 2023

Here’s What to Expect From Fascial Release Therapy
You could have myofascial pain syndrome when constantly suffering from muscle pain and discomfort. If this is the case, fascial release therapy could help. Keep reading to discover what you can expect from this treatment.
Dec 6th, 2022

Preventing Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a disease that creeps up on you as you age. It leads to brittle bones and easy fractures. You can, however, prevent this condition by taking the proper steps. Keep reading to learn how to avoid osteoporosis effectively.
Nov 8th, 2022

What Puts You at Risk for Migraines?
If you’ve ever had a migraine, you know how painful they can be. But have you ever wondered what puts you at risk for getting a migraine in the first place? Keep reading to understand the risk factors for migraine headaches.
Oct 7th, 2022

Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Lingering Rib Pain
Pain in your ribs might not be anything to worry about — unless it doesn’t seem to go away. Lingering rib pain isn’t something you should ignore. Keep reading to learn the cause of rib pain, and when to seek help for the nagging discomfort.
Sep 14th, 2022

5 Dietary Issues That Fuel Headaches
If you get chronic headaches or migraines, there are triggers that often bring them on. Your diet plays a huge role in headache prevention. Keep reading to learn more about food issues that bring on headache pain.
Aug 9th, 2022

Why is Fibromyalgia More Common in Women?
Fibromyalgia is an extremely painful condition that’s plagued by fatigue and sleep problems. But did you know your sex determines your risk for this devastating disease? Keep reading to learn why fibromyalgia affects women more often than men.
Jul 12th, 2022

5 Orthopedic Causes of Sciatica
Sciatica is a common disorder that causes pain in your legs, buttocks, and back. When you have this condition, the pain can be unbearable. Keep reading to learn what causes this condition and how you can get substantial relief.
Jun 1st, 2022

Your First Steps After an Auto Injury
When you’re injured in a car accident, there’s a lot going through your head. But getting treatment should be the first thing on your mind. Keep reading to learn more about the initial steps to take after an auto injury.
May 1st, 2022

What Most People Don't Know About Fibromyalgia
Chronic pain in your body can wreck your life. This is especially true if you’re dealing with fibromyalgia. This condition is difficult to diagnose, and is often misunderstood. Keep reading to learn the facts about fibromyalgia, and how to treat it.
Apr 1st, 2022

What Causes Rib Pain?
Rib pain is a condition that can be very scary. When the discomfort is close to your chest, it makes you worry about your heart. Learning what causes rib pain helps you ease your mind. Keep reading to learn the common causes of rib pain.
Mar 1st, 2022

Migraines vs. Headaches: Here's What You Should Know
You know the signs — throbbing in your head and fatigue that just won’t quit. These are common signs of headaches and migraines, but how do you know which it is? Keep reading to learn the difference between the two, and what you can do for them.
Feb 1st, 2022

Can Dietary Changes Help Degenerative Disc Disease?
If you’ve been worried about your degenerative disc disease diagnosis, you’re not alone. But invasive treatments aren’t the only way you can get a leg up on this condition. Keep reading to learn how your diet can improve your condition.
Jan 1st, 2022

6 Common Headache Triggers
Headaches are a pain — and they seem to pop up at the most inopportune times. But did you know that you could be triggering your headaches without knowing it? Keep reading to learn about the common triggering factors of headaches.
Dec 1st, 2021

How Does Osteoporosis Affect the Back?
Back pain can be caused by a number of different problems — even osteoporosis. As you get older, osteoporosis is a real concern, especially when you already have back problems. Keep reading to learn how your back is affected by this disease.
Nov 1st, 2021

4 Pain Relieving Treatments for Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a complicated disease that often gets overlooked. But when you have it, you know how painful it can be. Keep reading to learn more about some helpful pain treatments that can help this condition.
Oct 3rd, 2021

Benefits of Rehab Exercise After an Injury
When you're injured, you'll do just about anything to get back on your feet. While there’s many treatments out there, sometimes the best route is rehabilitative exercise. Keep reading to learn how this therapy helps you heal more quickly.
Sep 1st, 2021

6 Conditions That Cause Rib Pain
Have you ever felt a sharp, stabbing sensation in your ribs? If so, you know it’s an unbearable pain. But what causes this to happen? Keep reading to learn what conditions lead to rib pain, and how you can get rid of it.
Aug 4th, 2021

Can Tumors Cause Sciatica?
Sciatica is a painful condition that not only affects your back, but your legs as well. But what causes this condition? You’ll be surprised at the answer. Keep reading to learn more about how sciatica may be caused by tumors.
Jul 26th, 2021

5 Treatments for Degenerative Disc Disease
Back pain is something that affects a lot of people, especially as you age. Degenerative disc disease is just one of the conditions that leads to pain. Keep reading to learn what treatments are available to help you ease your symptoms.
Jun 16th, 2021

Is Your Lifestyle Causing Your Headaches?
Are chronic headaches making your daily life more difficult than usual? If so, certain lifestyle factors could be the trigger of your headaches, or making them worse. Keep reading to learn what changes you can make to kick your headaches for good.
May 13th, 2021

4 Causes of Chronic Back Pain
Back pain is something that usually comes and goes, unless you find yourself dealing with chronic back issues. So what could be causing your pain? Read on to learn more about what leads to chronic back pain.
Apr 1st, 2021

Why You Shouldn't Skip Rehabilitation Exercise
Pain, whether it’s chronic or due to an injury, puts a damper on the things you love. But what can you do to speed up recovery or tame your pain? Read on to find out the importance of rehabilitative exercise for your condition.
Mar 3rd, 2021

5 Signs of Fibromyalgia

Do you suffer from chronic pain with an unknown cause? Fibromyalgia could be the culprit. But how can you be certain that you’re dealing with fibromyalgia? Keep reading to learn more about this disorder, and how to recognize the symptoms.
Feb 8th, 2021

How Rehabilitative Exercise Makes You Stronger
Have you suffered an injury, or recently had surgery? If so, you'll want to strengthen your body to get back on your feet. Rehabilitative exercise can do just that. Keep reading to learn more about this revolutionary treatment.
Jan 28th, 2021

Is Electrical Stimulation Right for Me?
Electrical stimulation is an effective way to relieve persistent back and body pain from nerve and muscle conditions without downtime. Learn who qualifies for this therapy and what to expect during treatment.
Dec 28th, 2020

When Is A Headache Serious?
Headache pain can range from dull and mild to sharp and intense. That’s why it can be hard to determine if your headache is serious enough to seek medical treatment. Keep reading to learn more about headaches and their causes.
Nov 23rd, 2020

Help! I Hurt All Over
You wake each day hoping for a respite from your chronic pain, but your body has different plans. If you hurt all over more often than not, here’s a look at what may be behind the pain and how we can help.
Oct 8th, 2020

Why You Shouldn't Ignore Neck Pain
Does your neck hurt? It’s tempting to try to ease your pain at home with heating pads, but is that enough to treat neck pain? Here are three reasons you shouldn’t brush off the symptoms of neck pain.
Sep 8th, 2020

Common Causes of Rib Pain and When to Seek Treatment
Got a nagging pain in your side? Pain in your ribs could be caused by a problem with the ribs themselves, or by a separate condition. Learn more about the most common causes of rib pain — and how you can relieve them.
Jul 16th, 2020

Chiropractic Care for Headaches
If you suffer from headaches, you have likely tried many proposed solutions with little relief from pain and disruption. Chiropractic care for headaches is growing in popularity because of its effectiveness. Learn more about how it can help you.
Jun 12th, 2020

The Best Rehabilitative Exercises After a Car Accident
Car accidents can cause you as much damage to your body as they can to your car. Did you know a chiropractor can help you after a car accident? They offer a variety of services and rehabilitative exercises to help you heal faster.
May 19th, 2020

How Can a Chiropracter Help my Degenerative Disk Disease?
Degenerative disc disease is a painful spinal condition that develops as you age and can affect your ability to live a normal life. But chiropractic treatment can greatly help you overcome the pain and other limitations and get you back on track.
Apr 30th, 2020

Overcoming Injuries With Chiropractic Care
Want more energy and better pain relief? If you’ve been injured, the pain can be unbearable, and the options can be scary. Our chiropractic care team can help you with a variety of different and painful conditions, no drugs or surgery required.
Feb 12th, 2020

Why You Should Know About Maigne's Syndrome
Back pain is the most-cited reason for missing work. With millions of adults suffering from back pain each year, it’s important to seek treatment immediately. Many conditions worsen over time, including Maigne’s syndrome, but we’ve got your back.
Jan 27th, 2020

Do I Need Chiropractic Treatment if I’m Not in Pain?
While chiropractic treatment can provide effective relief from neck and back pain, you don’t have to be suffering to benefit from this type of care. Learn about other advantages of this type of natural, whole-body approach to wellness.
Dec 9th, 2019

Is Back Pain a Normal Part of Aging?
Your spine ages just like the rest of your body, and you may notice more back pain as you get older. Fortunately, regular chiropractic treatments can keep it to a minimum.
Oct 1st, 2019

Managing Fibromyalgia Pain: Know Your Options
While we may not know what causes fibromyalgia, there are many treatment options we can use to help with the pain and fatigue symptoms of this chronic condition. Read more to learn about your options for managing your fibromyalgia pain.
Aug 18th, 2019

Here's How Your Weight Affects Your Sciatica Pain
Is sciatic nerve pain keeping you from living your best life? This common condition could be made worse by excess weight, which puts extra pressure on compromised areas and causes sharp pain.
Jul 24th, 2019

Excessive Sitting Could be Contributing to Your Back Pain
Do you suffer from back pain? Do you work at a desk? Chances are, the two are related. Too many Americans are suffering low back pain caused by excessive sitting. Keep reading to find out what you can do to relieve your pain once and for all.
May 21st, 2019

How Fibromyalgia Affects Your Entire Body
You’re in good company if you’re still struggling to understand fibromyalgia and how it affects your entire body. The good news? These days, doctors know much more about fibromyalgia and how to treat this complex disorder.
Feb 1st, 2019

Why Rehabilitative Exercise Could Be a Great Option for You
Have you been in an accident and worry about lifelong impairment or pain? Are you currently dealing with a chronic pain-causing ailment like fibromyalgia or rheumatoid arthritis? Find out why rehabilitative exercise could be a great option for you.
Jan 9th, 2019

Why It's so Important to See a Doctor After an Auto Accident
Car accidents cause all sorts of injuries - some that are obvious and some that can be hard to detect. No matter what type of injury you have, seeing your doctor after a car accident isn't just good for your health - it could even save your life.
Nov 26th, 2018

3 Interesting Facts About Migraines
If you struggle with frequent migraines, you might know a lot about the condition. But did you know that some migraines can be painless or that menstrual cycles might be to blame? Here are a few interesting tidbits about migraines.
Sep 12th, 2018

Why Rehabilitative Exercise After an Injury is So Important
After a painful injury, getting back to your normal day-to-day life is your primary goal, but don’t take shortcuts. Rehabilitative Exercise can help you restore mobility and range of motion. And that’s only part of the reason why it’s so important.
Aug 28th, 2018

How Chiropractic Care Can Relieve Whiplash Pain
Whiplash, also called neck sprain or neck strain, is quite painful, and without proper treatment, it can cause problems for months or even years. Chiropractic care, especially myofascial release techniques, might be the answer.
Apr 13th, 2018

5 Ways Massage Therapy Can Help After a Car Accident
Millions of people are injured in automobile accidents on American roads every year. If you’ve been in an accident, massage therapy may help you regain your emotional stability, as well as provide some relief from your injuries.
Mar 29th, 2018

6 Tips for Preventing Tech Neck
The many devices we use for work and for entertainment are leading to an epidemic of a condition experts are calling “tech neck.” Using technology can lead to neck strain, pain, and even raises the risk of permanent damage, but there are some simple ways t
Jan 8th, 2018