Stenosing tenosynovitis, also known as “trigger finger,” is a repetitive strain injury that is one of the most common injuries in the workplace. Trigger Finger is marked by one finger or thumb that is stuck in a bent position and pops or snaps when straightened. It is caused by an inflamed or irritated flexor tendon. […]
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Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction: Can Chiropractic Help?
Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction is a very common ankle and foot problem that occurs when there is a tear or inflammation in the posterior tibial tendon – the tendon that is at the back of the ankle and is the key player in stabilizing the foot. The inflammation or tear affects the integrity of the […]
How Chiropractic Helps Relieve Stress
Everyone experiences stress at some point in their life. In fact, it is becoming a sort of new normal in today’s hectic, fast paced, high pressure society. However, a large percentage of the United States population is feeling a significant impact from the stress in their lives; 77 percent say they experience physical stress related […]
How Smartphones Are Killing Our Spines & What To Do About It
It’s no secret that almost everyone has a smartphone. In fact, a series of surveys by The Pew Institute in 2015 showed that 64% of American adults now own a smartphone of some kind. They keep us connected, offer us flexibility, and provide us with access to endless information. They have their drawbacks. Smartphones also […]
How Chiropractic Helps Those That Suffer From Spondylolisthesis
Chiropractic care is a drug-free, nonsurgical option for many types of conditions. As more and more medical professionals are recognizing its effectiveness and viability for treating many issues in the body, chiropractic is gaining popularity and becoming the treatment of choice for many patients with chronic pain, back problems and other issues. In particular, it […]
How Upper Neck Subluxations Are Related To TMJ Dysfunction
The temporomandibular joints, TMJ, are the lower jaw hinges that sit on either side of the head in front of each ear. They are responsible for the lower jaw opening, closing, sliding, and rotating. The TMJs are the body’s most complex joints. The typical person uses them more than 5,000 times a day by talking, […]
