Allentown, Macungie Chiropractor giving research study results on Chiropractic and Sacroiliac (SI) joint pain. Pregnant women often have SI pain and chirorpactic can be an effective, safe, drug-free way of treating. A new study confirms that chiropractic care is an effective, safe way to treat sacroiliac joint pain. (from ChiroNexus) The sacroiliac joint, or SI joint, is located at the base of the spine where the sacrum and pelvis connect to one another. SI joint pain can have a number of causes. Leg length discrepancies, pain or altered function of the hip, leg, and knee, and pregnancy are all common causes of SI joint pain. In pregnancy, the body produces… Read More
Continue ReadingChiropractic Care Beats Medication for Neck Pain, Makes Headlines
New research published this month in the Annals of Internal Medicine finds spinal manipulative therapy (SMT) and exercise more effective at relieving neck pain than pain medication. The study divided participants into three groups that received either SMT from a doctor of chiropractic, pain medication (over-the-counter pain relievers, narcotics and muscle relaxants) or exercise recommendations. After 12 weeks, about 57 percent of those who met with DCs and 48 percent who exercised reported at least a 75 percent reduction in pain, compared to 33 percent of the people in the medication group. After one year, approximately 53 percent of the drug-free groups still reported at least a 75 percent reduction… Read More
Continue ReadingSnow Removal for the Heavy Snow already here
With this heavy heavy snow we are having in October, I thought this would be good to repost Chiropractic Tips for Snow Removal Winter is here and snow removal is a major problem for many people. The following tips are offered for shoveling driveways and walks: 1. Warm up: Before beginning any snow shoveling, warm-up for five to ten minutes to get the joints moving and increase blood circulation. To do this march on the spot, climb stairs, or go for a quick walk around the block. Follow this with gentle stretches for the back (knee to chest), arms and shoulders (body hug), and legs (forward bends from a seated… Read More
Continue ReadingPrevention of Migraine Headaches (excerpt from ChiroAccess)
Migraines can be a debilitating and frustrating problem. The cause is not always known and there are lots of different triggers to cause the migraine. Migraines can make it so that you can not function and can last up to 72 hours (3 full days). Often times you have both light sensitivity and sound sensitivity so that you can not work, read, or watch tv. Medications can help, but not always the same medication will work for everyone and not all the time. Please note exercise, proper posture, looking for food triggers and nutrition, stress reduction, and chiropractic can also help with migraines. For more information about headaches and migraines… Read More
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