Injury Recovery/Prevention
Ice versus heat – what to use for pain relief
Ice vs Heat – Should I use ice? Should I use heat? Will one help or hurt me? The use of ice or heat is one of the most controversial topics in health care. It has been studied over and over again. It is also one of the most commonly asked question patients ask us, whether…
Read MoreCBD – Full Spectrum Hemp Extract
CBD quickly became the hottest product on the market! Driving along the highway you can see billboards advertising CBD, a radio ad will talk about CBD, and most doctor’s offices offer a CBD product. So what’s the big hype?Well, in a recent 2020 randomized trial researchers noted “significant reduction in intense pain, sharp pain, cold…
Read MoreKT tape – Kinesiology Tape
KT Tape While watching athletics you may have noticed some athletes wearing that crazy colored and designed tape on their shoulders, knees, ankles, etc. What is that and what does it do? It is called Kinesiology tape, better known as KT tape. KT tape is used to limit pressure on the tissue which can cause…
Read MoreYoga
One of the most common questions that float through our office is “is yoga actually good for you?”. The quick and simple answer is, yes. – but many researchers believed it was practiced long before that. Since then, yoga has developed and branched into many different styles, techniques, and focuses. It ranges from static stretches,…
Read MoreIASTM – soft tissue mobilization
IASTM stands for instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization. There are a variety of massage and soft tissue release techniques commonly used by practitioners in many fields today. Manual soft tissue technique is when the provider uses his/her hands. Instrument assisted is when the provider uses a tool to help perform the soft tissue technique. Massage therapists, physical therapists,…
Read MoreHip Pain and Chiropractic care
Hip Pain We tend to neglect our hips even though they do so much for us! Generally, we don’t think twice about our hips until they start to give us pain. The hip is a very functional joint that allows us to walk, run, jump, stand, sit, and perform many other tasks. Therefore, when our…
Read MoreWorkstation Ergonomics
Workstation ergonomics in your home office – Many of you are working at home and in all likelihood, you did not plan for this ahead of time, In today’s technologically advanced world, computer work stations are a staple at any industry. Now, home work stations are becoming more and more popular as well. While technology…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Chiropractic Care: An Overview
A chiropractor is a musculoskeletal expert and health-care professional who focuses on the body’s ability to heal itself. They use modalities such as adjustments and soft-tissue massage to both restore joint function and support the nervous system. Chiropractors focus on diagnosis, prevention, and care of spine-related disorders and other issues. They help patients maintain their…
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