Chiropractors: They Can Treat More than Just Back Pain

Posted on: 10 January 2019

Migraines are a serious condition that can be debilitating. Though they weren't widely talked about until the last decade or so, they can affect almost anyone. Unfortunately, because many people know little about what migraines actually are, they can incorrectly call any severe headache a migraine, even if it isn't. Migraines are a very specific type of headache, and understanding what they are and how your chiropractor can help may enable you to get relief if you suffer from them. [Read More]

Posted on: 8 October 2018

If you have back problems, you may have visited a chiropractor for a spinal adjustment. While this is one of the most common chiropractic treatments, there are other natural remedies and lifestyle treatments that your chiropractor may recommend. Here are three natural remedies that your chiropractor may recommend for various health conditions and how they work to relieve symptoms: Magnesium Your chiropractor may suggest that you consume more magnesium-rich foods if you suffer from back pain, including almonds, avocados, dark chocolate, and spinach. [Read More]

Posted on: 18 July 2018

The teenage years and 20s are when people make career choices based on their interests and availability to continuing education. Sometimes, however, medical conditions can limit the possibilities of one's career choices, such as back pain and stiffness. If you are a young man in your teens or 20s and experiencing pain and stiffness in your back, you may have a condition called ankylosing spondylitis, which is a type of arthritis. [Read More]

Posted on: 28 September 2016

If you suffer from ongoing neck pain, seeing your chiropractor for regular adjustments should help. But what can you do to ease the pain between appointments? Here are a few suggestions. Epsom salt soaks  Epsom salts are salts of magnesium and sulfate ions. When they're dissolved in water, the magnesium ions can be absorbed through the skin and into the muscles, where they help alleviate inflammation and reduce muscle stiffness. It's hard to soak your neck in Epsom salts as you would a foot or hand, so try preparing a pan of Epsom salt water (just a handful of salts in a gallon or so of warm water will do). [Read More]