Headaches are common, but they’re not normal. Drug Culture Pain relievers of various types are the most common approach to headaches. In our practice, we take a more natural approach. Our objective is to find and reduce the underlying cause of a headache. Hidden Cause A common cause of headaches is from spinal bones in the neck that isn’t supporting…

Imagine balancing a 12 lb. (5.5 kg.) bowling ball on the tips of your fingers. All-day long. That’s just one of many things your neck must do. Your neck and shoulders work hard. Even the smallest deviation in the relationships of the seven bones of your cervical spine (neck) can cause pain and reduced head and neck mobility. Minor and…

It’s called a pinched nerve because that’s what it feels like. But there’s a lot more going on! Open window Like an open window, nerve openings along your spine must be clear and unobstructed. The 24 moving bones of your spine protect your spinal cord while permitting normal turning and bending. Pairs of nerve roots, one on each side, branch…

At first glance, most people don’t see the connection between chiropractic and pregnancy. However, there are four stages in which having an optimally working nervous system can help both mother and child. Pregnancy and chiropractic care Many pregnant patients often report shorter, more pleasant deliveries when they receive chiropractic care. Pre-Conception Chiropractic care prepares the body to be as strong,…

Sciatica is a distracting pain that begins in the lower back and extends down one or both legs. It typically worsens with periods of sitting or standing. The discs between the spinal bones of the lower back are often involved. Trauma can cause one or more discs to bulge. This crowds nearby nerves, causing irritation and inflammation. Coughing, sneezing, or…

A disc can’t slip. But it can wedge, bulge, protrude, and herniate. Chiropractic care may help. Space for Nerves The disc is a special cartilage between the bones of your spinal column. It attaches to the vertebra above and below it. This creates the separation between spinal bones so pairs of nerves can exit the spine. Turning and Bending Each…