Baastrup’s syndrome is named after Christian Ingerslev Baastrup. He discovered and described the condition in 1933. In this syndrome, pain and inflammation are triggered when the spinous processes of two adjacent vertebrae begin to touch each other. This is where the term kissing spine came from. Most back and neck pain is attributed to inflammation or degeneration of the spinal… Read More
Muscle knots are common and can occur anywhere on the body. They can cause aching and pain in the muscles and joints. When examining a muscle knot also known as myofascial trigger points, it can feel swollen, tense, or like a bump. A particular area where these knots present is in the low back. This happens from excessive wear-and-tear on… Read More
Women are familiar with abdominal cramps, Pre Menstrual Syndrome, and headaches that accompany their menstrual cycle. However not as many are aware of backache to throbbing back pain sometimes before and/or after a monthly cycle. Many women go to over-the-counter pain medication like ibuprofen. In a study, the regular use of NSAIDs found that it can lead to: Stomach problems… Read More
Improper posture affects the whole body and can lead to various pain issues throughout the body. Correcting posture is recommended before trying to correct it when pain begins to present. If pain is presenting, chiropractic treatment will bring relief, stabilize the spine, realign/balance the body, and educate the individual on maintaining proper posture through stretches, exercises, physical therapy, and lifestyle… Read More
Learning how to manage and combat insomnia. Being wide awake early in the morning, trying hard to fall back to sleep before the alarm goes off. Individuals that have trouble falling asleep find that it usually happens right before a vacation. Everyone experiences an occasional sleepless night, but if insomnia continues on a regular basis it can lead to various health issues.… Read More
The spinal cord is the information pathway that transmits signals from the brain to the rest of the body. The body's limbs and organs cannot function properly without regular communication flowing through the spinal cord. Understanding how the sciatic nerve responds to the other parts of the body can clarify how a doctor of chiropractic heals sciatica. When severe pain… Read More
Individuals believe that a straight spine is a healthy spine. This is a misconception, a chiropractor knows that a healthy spine has the proper curvature, specifically an S curve from the top to the bottom. This curve allows/enables the spine to properly function for balancing and stabilizing the body. There are three primary curves that make up the S shape.… Read More
At home or a gym, working out with cardio exercise equipment can be a highly beneficial treatment for back discomfort, soreness, and pain. However, when checking out all the cardio machines it is recommended to use those that will help with back pain and not worsen or cause further injury. The same goes for purchasing cardio equipment to use at… Read More
Individuals experiencing radiculopathy in and around the neck notice it immediately often driving them to the medicine cabinet. This condition presents with: Acute pain Numbness Muscle spasms However, medication will only help relieve the pain temporarily but it won't alleviate what is causing the radiculopathy. This is because pain medication/s can exacerbate the condition by blocking the pain signals with… Read More
The feet are the foundation of the body. The feet carry the body's entire weight allowing for movement with ease. The feet are a complex structure that consists of: Bones Joints Muscles Ligaments Tendons Nerve endings  Because of this, the feet are a high-impact area taking the everyday forces that come from: Balancing Walking Running Stopping Twisting Shifting positions… Read More
Eating healthy and spinal health are interconnected. Eating healthier will help to lose weight, and provide a healthier body mass index. This means more muscle mass, especially when integrated with more protein. The spine sustains and supports the whole torso and upper body. When weight increases in these areas it can cause an array of issues like subluxations, curvature problems,… Read More
Jaw pain can make chewing, yawning, and talking a painful experience. This is a syndrome known as Temporomandibular Joint syndrome or disorder or TMJ and TMD. What happens is the temporomandibular joint that connects the jaw to the skull becomes inflamed. It is part of the musculoskeletal system, which means that chiropractors can treat the syndrome with various chiropractic techniques… Read More
Brain fog, memory problems, concentration, and the inability to form clear thoughts is an issue that many will face at some point. The progression of losing the ability to focus or think clearly can lead to decreased productivity with normal daily tasks, work, or taking care of a household. It can be a short-term issue experience caused by sleep deprivation… Read More
When a machine isn't working correctly because the mechanism's parts have slipped, shifted, become loose, and are on the verge of breaking down, an expert/professional is called in to repair the damaged parts. The same can be said of the spine. From all the movement at home, work, shopping, activities the spine also compresses and falls out of place becoming… Read More
The spine interconnects the entire body transmitting and receiving messages from the brain allowing for coordinated movement. Maintaining optimal spinal health requires some form of regular physical activity that counts as exercise. There are diverse ways to keep the spine at its healthiest. This includes: Stress management Healthy weight Proper posture Regular exercise Adequate hydration Healthy diet Exercising and the… Read More
Cervicogenic headaches can be easily confused with migraine headaches. They can have various underlying triggers/causes that require different treatment approaches for pain management and recovery. These types of headaches are related to excessive neck stress It could be the result of cervical osteoarthritis (spondylosis) Damaged disc/s Injury Whiplash Type of movement that irritates or compresses a cervical nerve Headaches… Read More
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a degenerative condition linked to multiple co-morbidities and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. In addition, the CKD etiology is linked to conditions like Diabetes Mellitus and hypertension. However, the deterioration of kidney function is not only associated with metabolic disorders, as it can also be affected by autoimmune disease. In addition, genetic conditions such… Read More
Many of us spend a great deal of work time sitting at a desk/station every day. The damage that is occurring to the spine and body can turn into a chronic condition. Chiropractic can reverse the sedentary effects of too much sitting and not enough moving. Between work and relaxation time, an individual can spend from 8 to 16 hours… Read More
The Kidney Disease: Improving Global Outcomes (KDIGO) and the Clinical Practice Guideline for the evaluation and Management of Chronic Kidney Disease focus on assessing, classification, and treating chronic kidney disease (CKD). The main objective of these guidelines is to stop kidney disfunction. However, the CKD classification is complex and depends on an extensive assessment of multiple metabolic and functional markers.… Read More