Most adults will experience shoulder pain at some point during their lifetime, and it’s estimated that nearly one-third of adults are affected each year. Among the many possible diagnoses, shoulder impingement syndrome accounts for roughly half of all shoulder pain cases. However, current understanding indicates that shoulder impingement syndrome is not a single diagnosis, but […]
Chiropractic Treatment for Chronic Rhinosinusitis?
Chronic rhinosinusitis is a long-term inflammation of the nasal and paranasal sinus mucosa lasting twelve weeks or more, characterized by at least two of the following symptoms: nasal congestion, facial pressure or pain, reduced sense of smell, and/or nasal discharge. It’s estimated that about 1 in 10 adults worldwide are affected, though prevalence may be […]
Sleep Is Essential for Good Health
Sleep is a fundamental biological necessity that supports vital processes such as brain waste clearance, immune regulation, and nutrient metabolism. While the body can recover from an occasional night of poor rest, frequent sleep disruption can set the stage for chronic disease. Experts estimate that about ten percent of adults meet the criteria for insomnia, […]
The Four Grades of Whiplash Associated Disorders
Whiplash occurs when the head suddenly accelerates and then rapidly decelerates, placing excessive strain on the soft tissues that support the neck. In addition to neck pain and stiffness, this motion can produce a variety of symptoms collectively known as whiplash-associated disorders (WAD). To better define and manage these injuries, the Quebec Task Force on […]
Chiropractic Care vs. Drugs for Spine Pain Syndromes
Background Concepts Allopathic providers (medical doctors) are primarily chemical providers of care (pharmacology/drugs). Government gives drug companies patents for their products, allowing for hundreds of billions of dollars in profits. Government does not grant patents on natural products, even if they work great, which is one of the reasons we hear much less about these […]
Treatment for Vertebral Compression Fracture
While there are many potential causes of low back pain in older adults, one of the most common—especially among women—is vertebral compression fracture (VCF). By age 80, up to 30% of women and 20% of men will have sustained at least one VCF. Interestingly, only about one-third of cases produce acute, noticeable pain. The remainder […]
Work Activities Linked to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) occurs when the median nerve is compressed or entrapped as it passes through the wrist. This often leads to numbness or tingling in the thumb, index, middle, and part of the ring finger, along with muscle weakness that makes pinching and gripping difficult. Certain types of jobs carry a higher risk […]
What Is Iliotibial Band Syndrome?
Up to one-in-five adults experience knee pain each year, and many seek chiropractic care to find relief from both pain and disability. While knee pain can have many causes, when discomfort is concentrated on the outside of the knee in active adults, iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS) is an important condition to consider. The iliotibial band […]
Chiropractic Approach for Tension-Type Headaches
Almost everyone will experience headaches during their lifetime, with roughly half of adults reporting at least one episode each year. While many may be transitory, some patients develop recurring or persistent headaches. The most common form is the tension-type headache (TTH), accounting for an estimated 60–70% of all chronic headache cases. Tension-type headaches are characterized […]
Recovering from Whiplash
A whiplash neck injury occurs when the head is abruptly thrown backward and then forward. This violent motion, which happens faster than the body can brace against, can damage soft tissues—including ligaments, muscles, nerves, and disks—as well as cause bone injury or fracture with or without dislocation. Symptoms typically develop within days and may include […]