Identifying Back Pain: Acute vs Chronic Acute pain begins suddenly, but does not last long. It immediately follows injury, lifting, bending, or twisting. The reason for pain is identifiable and the duration is temporary. As the injury heals, the pain subsides. Typically, acute pain will not last longer than six weeks. Beginning gradually, chronic pain […]
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According to the Administration on Aging, people who are 65 years of age and older are expected to make up 19 percent of the population by 2030. As we age, we notice unwelcome changes in our body that affect our ability to move and continue in the activities we have always enjoyed. Specialized chiropractic care for seniors offers several […]
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When you’re pregnant, your body starts changing rapidly. You gain weight, your hormones go crazy, your muscles separate as your uterus expands, even your posture changes. Unfortunately for your back, these changes result in a lot of pain. To help make your pregnancy easier, here are five of the best ways to relieve back pain […]
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During pregnancy, our bodies go through an incredible number of changes, some obvious and some more subtle. For forty weeks, our bodies actually become the life support system for another person. This necessitates some very big adjustments and while pregnancy is an awe-inspiring process, the changes wrought on our bodies are often uncomfortable and sometimes […]
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It’s that time of year again. Our phones are ringing more frequently with patients needing treatment for snow shoveling related injuries, one of the hazards of the season and the state in which we live. Fortunately, there are some simple solutions to help you navigate the magical white stuff without hurting yourself. Back Pain from […]
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Celebrate National Nutrition Month This November With Healthy Eating Tips You’ve just emptied the Halloween candy bowl of the last fun-sized candy bar and leftover candy corn, and it’s already time for turkey, stuffing and pumpkin pie. Candy canes, eggnog and Christmas cookies are right around the corner. You want to indulge in the tastes […]
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Gardening, while entirely helpful for household exteriors, may be brutal for backs. While many natural gardening practices exist—and while many relieve back tension—consistent outdoor labor may overstretch specific spinal areas, straining ligaments and inflaming areas. According to Chiroone.net’s capture of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission data, over 41,000 individuals experienced injury during gardening in 2010. However, using […]
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