Every year an estimated 3.8 million people in the United states sustain mild traumatic brain injuries (MTBI) or concussion. Many of these injuries are due to sports related activities, work related injuries, motor vehicle accidents, and military operations. It is also estimated that as many as 50 percent of MTBIs are never reported because the […]
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Low Back Pain 101
The lumbar spine, or lower back, take a lot of stress and strain throughout the day. The spine provides stabilization for the entire body and the lumbar spine bears the brunt of much of the movement and activity. This wear and tear shows up as lower back pain in many people. The American Chiropractic Association […]
Upper Back Pain 101
Back pain can be debilitating. A patient can find they have trouble moving or engaging in regular activities like lifting their children or even walking. Pain in the mid to upper back can be caused by a variety of issues, and it can have a significant impact on a personโs quality of life. Many […]
How the Quality of Sleep Affects Your Overall Health
We live in a largely sleep deprived society. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 1 in 3 people in the United States does not get enough sleep on a regular basis. Additionally, the National Sleep Foundation reports that 45 percent of adults in the US admit that insufficient or poor sleep has had […]
Walking vs Running: Which is Better for Low Back Pain Sufferers?
If you are one of the seven out of 10 Americans who has back pain, you are probably looking for relief. What you probably arenโt looking for are injections or pills with harmful side effects. Your doctor may have told you that exercise is a great way to naturally relieve pain, but you arenโt sure […]
How Fallen Arches Can Cause Low Back Pain
The human body is an intricate machine; everything is connected in one way or another. This means that when one part is not functioning as it should it can throw everything out of balance. The relationship between the feet, back, and hips is significant, so when there is a problem with feet it can cause […]