Nationally, pain is the leading cause of disability and the main reason most Americans access the healthcare system. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, 1 in 3 of us are experiencing pain that lasts longer than 24 hours at any given time. While the source of our pain can sometimes be acute and need immediate medical intervention, others can be managed without the need for surgery. How important is pain relief, and what are some non-surgical alternatives for pain management?
Read MoreIt’s estimated that more than 7.3 million Americans will report experiencing a motor vehicle accident in 2019 based on recent National Highway Traffic Safety Administration findings, and about 2.5 million of those involved will unfortunately be injured. After the immediate emergency of the situation, ensuring a fast recovery has everything to do with quickly receiving an accurate diagnosis of injury and appropriate care. When it comes to successful recuperation after an accident, could calling a chiropractor be your best bet?
Read MoreIf you’re like most Americans, you’re celebrating the year change with resolutions of more activity and weight loss. However, if setting that same intention has become an annual tradition for you, it might be that your ambitions are among the 92% that don’t last the year, according to a University of Stanford study. If you’re really serious about taking control of your health and fitness, real change will only come from making real changes. What are some surprising ways to support your healthy goals in 2019?
Read MoreThe capabilities of the cervical spine are incredible – with the best mobility of any part of the spine. Regardless how you move your neck, the cervical spine can support a head of 15 pounds or more. The range of motion and sophistication of the neck allow it greater functional complexity but also make it likelier that you become injured and/or develop chronic pain.
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