Dangerous Curves Ahead

The sideways curvature of the spine that most often occurs during the growth spurt just before puberty is known as “scoliosis”. By age 16, Read More

Maintaining Musculoskeletal Health

There can be little question that a healthy “musculoskeletal (MSK) system”, which includes the spine and all the muscles, bones, and joint Read More

Overstepping Bounds

The spine consists of bones (vertebrae) that are separated by small spongy discs, each of which has a tough outer casing and soft inner core. The term Read More

Points of Reference

It is well known that 80 percent of adults experience back pain at some point in their lives. Twenty percent of those adults develop low back pain tha Read More

A Little Soul Searching

Much like an auto technician might uncover a vehicle’s suspension problem based on uneven tire wear; a chiropractor may suspect body misalignmen Read More

Sleep Better

As evidence continues to mount showing the health benefits (both mental and physical) of getting sufficient amounts of quality sleep, many people are Read More

Taking Some Hark Knocks

Individuals with large gaps between their feet when they are standing with their knees together are said to have “knock knees”- (medically Read More

Cell Phone Bone Spurs

Perhaps the most interesting malady associated with cell phone use is the finding that bone spurs have been discovered in the necks of users, especial Read More

On Pointe

Ballet dancers, in particular, may be susceptible to injuries involving the “talonavicular joint”, which is formed by the “talus&rdq Read More

High Blood Pressure

Make an appointment to talk to chiropractic doctor about your high blood pressure. If left untreated, hypertension can lead to artery damage and narro Read More

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