Articles, Resources & Health Tips
A selection of Chiropractic, health, and pain management articles that provide valuable information and tips for a healthier and happier life.
High School Sports Injuries and Chiropractic Care
Any parent will likely feel pride when their child shows interest in playing a high school sport. It’s also not uncommon for a parent or guardian to be a bit frightened by the prospect of their child sustaining a sports injury in their developmental years…
Chiropractic Care for Common Basketball Injuries
Basketball is one of the most high-impact contact sports in America. As such, basketball injuries are common. In fact, According to the Centers for Disease
Chiropractic Care for Common Cheerleader Injuries
Radial pressure wave therapy is a shockwave medical treatment that utilizes ultrasound technology to send high-energy acoustic waves into the target area to stimulate the body’s natural healing abilities. At the most basic level, RPW therapy stimulates new cell growth. These new, healthy cells replace old, weak, or damaged cells.
Numerous studies prove that radial pressure wave therapy is an effective means of eliminating chronic pain without surgery.
What Is ShockWave Therapy?
Shockwave therapy is a shockwave medical treatment that utilizes ultrasound technology to send high-energy acoustic waves into the target area to stimulate the body’s natural healing abilities. At the most basic level, RPW therapy stimulates new cell growth. These new, healthy cells replace old, weak, or damaged cells.
Numerous studies prove that shockwave therapy is an effective means of eliminating chronic pain without surgery.
The Benefits of Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy
Chiropractic care during pregnancy offers safe, drug-free relief for a variety of painful conditions, including lower back, hip, and joint pain. According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, around half of all pregnant women experience lower back pain. Many women rely on chiropractic care for drug-free pain relief to protect the developing fetus.
Chiropractic Care Helps Reduce Opioid Addiction in U.S. Vets
By this point, America’s opioid epidemic is well documented. Prescribed to help patients manage pain, opioids are highly addictive. Chronic lower back pain is one of the most common reasons patients are prescribed opioids. Researchers studying pain management among U.S. veterans report that chiropractic care helps reduce opiod use in these patients.