Bottom Line: The brain and spinal cord form the central nervous system. The vertebrae help protect the spinal cord, while peripheral nerves carry signals between the nervous system and many parts of the body. This anatomy does not mean that ordinary spinal discomfort disrupts general health or requires adjustments. Why...
Bottom Line: Your body is built to move. Every spinal disc and joint is designed to help you sit, stand, run and well…move! Your discs are soft enough to flex as you bend forward and back. The spinal facet joints slide as your turn and twist. The ligament-connected spinal bones...
As anyone that has been in a car accident will know, it can be difficult to focus on one’s personal needs following a collision. Indeed, the combination of emotional stress and administrative obligations can be disorientating, and those involved in the accident may be tempted to ignore lingering physical symptoms...
Regardless of whether you’re visiting a chiropractor for lower back pain, neck stiffness, migraines, or a similar condition, it is always worth asking a few general questions to get an idea of how chiropractic treatment could contribute to your overall health and well-being. Developing a good working relationship with your...
Many Australians know the struggle of daily joint stiffness, pain and swelling. Stiffness can affect any joint in the body and may be caused by injury, overuse, or illness. Some types of joint pain may be caused by an underlying condition such as arthritis. Because arthritis can affect people of any...
Bottom Line: Death, taxes, and…headaches? Almost everyone will experience a headache at some point in their life, and over 50% of people will deal with the effects of headaches in a given year. Fortunately, headaches are rarely life-threatening. However, for people dealing with chronic headaches…they can dramatically impact your quality...
Bottom Line: Headaches have many possible causes. Medication use, individual triggers and neck symptoms are three areas worth discussing during an assessment; they are not a ranked list of the most common causes. A headache diary can help you describe the pattern to your GP. Why it Matters: Frequent use...
Bottom Line: Finding natural relief from your headaches doesn’t mean you need to join a food co-op and start eating granola with every meal. Natural (or organic) healthcare solutions are now being recommended by many leading healthcare organizations because of the associated reduction in dangerous side-effects and high rates of...
Bottom Line: Life can be busy and stressful. Sound familiar? If so, you may likely start experiencing headaches more frequently, and they may be more severe. Chronic headaches are a good indication that your body needs attention, whether that’s related to a lack of quality sleep, nutritional challenges or even...
You may be looking for a chiropractor because you’ve been suffering from back pain, headaches, neck pain or you’re having trouble with your joints or range of motion. However, before you let just anyone lay their hands on you, consider these four quick tips for choosing the best chiropractor for...
