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A Spinal Manipulative Therapy or Lumbar Nerve Root Injections comparative study

    Herniated discs, especially those that result in pain down the leg are troubling for  athletes, weekend warriors or just the regular Joe/Jane.  I am sure there are people who avoid seeing a chiropractor because they have been told that they have a herniated disc. They have been told by others that a chiropractic adjustment would make them worse and to not go see one. I treat people with herniated discs, sciatica, and back pain every… Read More »A Spinal Manipulative Therapy or Lumbar Nerve Root Injections comparative study

    Exercise Intensity Matters in Chronic Low Back Pain Rehabilitation

      Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is one of the most common conditions affecting people of all ages. It’s also one of the leading causes of disability, keeping many people away from work and significantly burdening healthcare systems worldwide. Despite exercise therapy (ET) being one of the recommended treatments for chronic nonspecific low back pain (CNSLBP), the results are often limited, especially when using low or moderate-intensity exercise. However, recent research… Read More »Exercise Intensity Matters in Chronic Low Back Pain Rehabilitation

      Understanding Pain: Brainman stops his opioids – YouTube

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        Check out this video on the use of opiods for chronic pain. Then make a plan to eat better, get better sleep and become more active. When you making plans to change make sure you start with small achievable goals and then slowly build from there.

        Why is your back stiffer in the morning?

          You may have noticed when you wake up in the morning that your spine is more stiff than it was before you went to bed. I’d like to explain why this happens. Why is my back stiffer in the morning? The intervertebral discs between our vertebrae are made up of  multiple, strong, fibrous layers called the annulus fibrosis. The annulus encases the nucleus pulposus which is a jelly like substance.… Read More »Why is your back stiffer in the morning?

          Radial nerve mobilization reduces elbow pain and short-term relief in computer users

            I stumbled up this blog post awhile ago. Radial nerve mobilization reduces lateral elbow pain and provides short-term relief in computer users.   Often times those who come in to see me for lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) are actually having troubles with their radial nerve.  Mobilizing the radial nerve is something I’ve been doing for some time, with great success, for these patients. Here is the abstract that the post references http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25352930 Radial nerve… Read More »Radial nerve mobilization reduces elbow pain and short-term relief in computer users

            Could 1 addition to your treatment help your Tennis Elbow?

              Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, often shows up as pain on the outside of the elbow that can make gripping, lifting, or twisting difficult. But as the NOI Group video “Tennis Elbow Explained” highlights, this pain isn’t just about local tissue damage. It’s also about how your nervous system processes and protects that area. The body’s protective systems can become extra sensitive after repeated strain. This sensitivity can come from… Read More »Could 1 addition to your treatment help your Tennis Elbow?