Lower back pain when getting off the toilet is one of the most common movement complaints we see. If standing up from sitting triggers sharp pain or stiffness, the issue is usually mechanical — not that something is “out of place.” The way you move during the sit-to-stand transition determines how much stress goes through…
As we enter middle age, many of us start to notice changes in our bodies, including the onset of aches and pains that may not have been there before. A common belief is that pain is an inevitable part of aging, and this misconception can significantly impact how we perceive our health and manage discomfort….
The reason I am writing this is that I want to be able to help you achieve your goals. Yes, I admit, this is self serving but, at the same time, would you rather achieve your goals or fall short of them due to injury or pain. Being sidelined with an injury, when you have…
Are you one of the many dealing with chronic neck pain? With the rise in remote work and long hours spent at desks, neck pain has become increasingly common. But there’s good news! A recent study by Zhen Liu and colleagues highlights the effectiveness of manipulative therapy in easing this persistent issue. What is Manipulative…
Key points: 1. You can never go wrong with ice.2. Always ice for the first 72 hours.3. If you use heat and within a half hour to an hour you feel stiffer and more sore then you should be icing.4. Use moist heat over dry heat.5. Use a wet towel between the heat/ice and your…
Chronic pain can be a tough ailment to deal with. For many, they can’t find their cause of pain. X-rays, MRIs, Blood tests. Chiropractic care, Athletic Therapy, Physiotherapy, Injections, surgeries may not find the cause nor aide in relief. One method that may be helpful is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Check out the following link. Cognitive…
As a chiropractor I can’t prescribe medication to my patients but I can recommend alternatives that may assist with pain relief. I had learned awhile back that low levels of B vitamins, specifically B12, could be the result of pain in patients. So is this true? Could simply increasing your B vitamin levels help with your…
by Dr. Christopher Notley Progressive muscle relaxation is a commonly used form of stress relief. It involves the systematic contraction and relaxation of different muscles of the body. Find a comfortable place to sit or lay down and then removed all articles of clothing which may be tight on your body (watches, shoes, tie, socks,…
Pain is one of the primary reasons athletes and others come to my office. To most, pain is a result of an acute injury or due to a repetitive strain. Once the tissues have healed and the repetitive strain has been reduced tissues are generally fully healed within 3 to 6 months. But for some…
Image via Wikipedia The sound a joint makes when adjusted is often described by Chiropractors as an“articular crack,” “articular pop,” “clunk,”“crepitus,” “joint click,” “audible cavitation” or “snap,” Many people do not understand what is causing that sound. I have a number of people who come into my office and tell me that they are scared…
