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Exploring the Benefits of Spinal Decompression Therapy: Your Path to Pain Relief
September 11, 2023In a world where back pain and spine-related issues are increasingly common, the quest for effective and non-invasive solutions has led many individuals to explore the benefits of spinal decompression therapy. This innovative treatment offers hope for those seeking relief from conditions like herniated discs, sciatica, and degenerative disc disease, all without the need for surgery. In this blog post, we'll delve into what spinal decompression therapy is, how it works, its potential benefits, and what to expect during a session.
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Let's Talk About Concussions
December 07, 2021What is a concussion? You do not necessarily have to have an impact to your head to result in a concussion. A concussion happens when the head and the body move in such a great force to cause shear of the brain inside the skull. Every concussion comes with a whiplash injury as a result. They have the same mechanism of injury: acceleration. The symptoms are often the same as well.
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Disc Herniation - Let's Review
September 07, 2021Disc herniations are most often the result of wear and tear. As we age, our discs become less flexible and more prone to injury. Due to this, one of the best treatments for disc injuries is prevention. These measures include maintaining good posture to reduce pressure on the spine and discs, mobilizing the spine to hydrate the discs, lifting properly, and exercising to strengthen trunk and core muscles to help stabilize and support the spine.
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Neck Pain: Causes and Treatments
November 23, 2020One of the most common conditions we see in our clinic is neck pain. Sometimes the pain has just started recently from an injury like an automobile accident, or, the pain has been present on a more intermittent basis but now is more common and is becoming more intense. Whatever the presentation, neck pain can be very debilitating and range from very severe to an annoying level of pain. Below, we will try to answer the following questions regarding neck pain:
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Should I see a Physical Therapist or a Chiropractor?
October 26, 2020Physical therapy and Chiropractic care are not just for those injured and in pain. Both treatments are helpful and powerful to AVOID and PREVENT pain and injury. Enjoy the benefits of both as you keep your spine aligned and your muscles and joints stretched and moving! Let's talk more about the difference and help you decide who you should see.
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What’s the difference between a disc injury and sciatica?
May 18, 2020Back pain can be very debilitating and stressful. Particularly when you don’t know what is going on. Here is a quick comparison of two of the most common injuries, disc injury and sciatica.