Chiropractic Blog

Over 80% of the population in the United States complains of back pain, making it a very common occurrence. Most likely, you've suffered from back pain, so you know how debilitating it can be. With so many back pain sufferers, it is important for us to understand what is causing it. For many, our feet are the culprit.

Most experts agree that lower back pain is frequently related to sitting for extended periods of time. Most of us spend the majority of our day doing exactly that - sitting! We sit while we're commuting to work, while at our desks, during our meals, and when relaxing while watching TV. There's no denying it, we spend a lot of time sitting!

So far, you've been doing great in keeping up with your New Year's Resolution to live a healthier lifestyle. Chiropractic visits are a part of your health care routine, and you're wondering what more you can do for the health of your spine. We've got a few suggestions that are easy to implement in your day-to-day activities.

Many of us find ourselves coming down with a cold during the winter season. We might blame it on exposure to germs during holiday travel at the airport or more time spent indoors. In reality, the cold virus is out there all year round. It is likely that you are more susceptible during the holidays due to lack of sleep, which leaves your immune system unable to function properly due to stress.

The holidays are centered on relaxation, family time, and good food...which usually means more sweets and less gym time. If you happen to get a winter cough or cold, you're looking at using up those sick days you were trying to save for the New Year. Getting yourself on a better path to health (and more sick days in the bank) can be done with a few simple steps!

For parents and children alike, chronic ear infections can be extremely frustrating. Ear infections are typically treated with antibiotics, but if they persist, children are scheduled for ear tube surgery. Most people would prefer to avoid surgery, especially for their children, so consider chiropractic as an alternative.