"Sit up straight and stop slouching!" We’ve all heard (or said) it a million times in the name of having perfect posture. You've likely heard this since childhood, and for good reason. Poor posture as a kid can create health challenges later in life. Rounded shoulders (scapular protrusion), swayback (lumbar hyperlordosis) and a hunched upper back (thoracic hyperkyphosis) are all postural imbalances that place a tremendous amount of stress on the spine. And when those imbalances … [Read more...] about Is There a Perfect Posture?
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How Pro Athletes Deal with Pain
Bottom Line: Professional sports is big business, and sports performance is a huge part of winning. To help athletes play at the highest levels possible, they’re given access to a variety of the best healthcare options available. And that includes access to readily available chiropractic care for athletes. It’s true! In fact, chiropractors can be found on nearly every sideline working to keep your favorite athletes and their teammates happy, healthy, and productive on and off the … [Read more...] about How Pro Athletes Deal with Pain
Neck Pain: How to Find Relief
Bottom Line: An episode of neck pain can quickly hamper your everyday activities. Whether you began experiencing pain due to injury, degenerative spinal changes, or poor posture, it can be difficult to think about anything except the pain. It's estimated that 70% of people experience neck pain in their life, but you should know there is a path towards neck pain relief. Why it Matters: Neck pain can encompass anything from headaches to pain in your arms and hands to an actual pain … [Read more...] about Neck Pain: How to Find Relief
Are You at Risk for Chronic Knee Pain?
Bottom Line: Knees hurt? You're not alone. Chronic knee pain is thought to affect up to 25% of adults and can significantly limit your mobility and quality of life. Your knee is a hinge-joint that primarily moves back and forth (flexion and extension) and allows some twisting or rotation. Every step you take places stress and strain on your knees, so it's no surprise that trauma, misalignment, and degenerative changes can all take their toll. Why it Matters: The cartilage in your … [Read more...] about Are You at Risk for Chronic Knee Pain?
Tennis Elbow? But I Don’t Even Play Tennis!
Bottom Line: Did you know… tennis elbow isn't just for athletes. Lateral epicondylitis – or tennis elbow - is a painful condition that occurs when the tendons in your elbow become inflamed and overloaded as a result of repetitive motion. Because the repetitive motion that occurs is similar to that of swinging a tennis racket, it's commonly referred to as tennis elbow. However, anyone who has a job characterized by similar repetitive arm motions may be at risk. Why it … [Read more...] about Tennis Elbow? But I Don’t Even Play Tennis!
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