Sciatica is caused when the nerve that extends from one end of your back to the other becomes irritated. This irritation can cause extreme pain as well as a numbing and a burning sensation. All of these symptoms can make it difficult to get out of bed to perform your everyday tasks. Chiropractic adjustments are often used as a simple treatment for sciatica. These adjustments help to loosen up your spine and release pressure from tight areas throughout your back.
11 August 2016
Receiving a massage can be an excellent way to relieve stress and tension. In addition to the emotional and mood enhancing qualities, a massage may also help individuals that are suffering from chronic medical conditions that can cause muscle pains. However, if you have never received a massage, you may not be sure of what should be expected. By having the following few questions answered, you will find that you are more informed about what you should expect during your first massage.
7 May 2016
If you are thinking about visiting a chiropractor, such as at North Star Chiropractic Center, to help with lower back pain or any other condition that manipulation of the spine can treat, you will want to know how you can make the most out of it. This means maintaining your adjustments right after you have received them. By doing this, you can get the most out of your treatment and ensure that making a visit again can be delayed for a longer period of time.
26 January 2016
Although you may consider chiropractors to be primarily for adults, you could be mistaken. A growing number of parents are turning to pediatric chiropractors to treat their children for a number of different ailments. You may be pleasantly surprised to find that your child's health improves quite a bit when you take them to the chiropractor. Learning more about the benefits of visiting a pediatric chiropractor can help you determine if you should take your child to see one of these professionals as soon as possible.
20 January 2016
Leaning over a computer screen all day while working and writing can cause the muscles in your upper back and neck to become sore. The problem is that many people tend to lean their heads in a forward position as they type and read things on the computer screen. Leaning your head forward causes the weight of your head to put extra pressure on your neck muscles to keep it balanced against the forces of gravity.
18 January 2016
Having your hemorrhoids flare-up is not just painful, it puts you on the sideline of life until the swelling goes down and they subside. If you have repeatedly had hemorrhoids, here are three unconventional ways you can prevent your hemorrhoids from reoccurring. Invest In A Squatting Toilet One of the causes of hemorrhoids is straining when you are defecating. Toilets in the United States are designed so that you sit down to defecate; however, this position is not the most natural position for your body and puts additional strain on your body.
15 January 2016
Many people think of chiropractic adjustments as something you seek out when you're already in pain and looking for a solution. Thus, teenagers, with their limber and healthy young bodies, might not seem like the typical chiropractic patients. The truth is, though, that chiropractic care can be used as preventative medicine -- not just to treat current problems. In that light, here are three ways teens can benefit from regular visits to the chiropractor.
13 January 2016
Whether you've been struggling with a long-term ailment and have yet to find relief or you've recently developed a new type of pain that you don't want slowing you down, visiting a chiropractor can help to eliminate the issue you're facing and help you get back to enjoying life more fully. Here are three reasons that there's no better time than right now to find a chiropractor in your community and take advantage of the services he or she offers.
12 January 2016
Are you looking for a safe and natural way to decrease your discomfort during pregnancy as well as your risk of a difficult birth? Consider visiting a chiropractor throughout your pregnancy. Though there are some myths floating around that chiropractic adjustments are not safe for pregnant women, the ACA asserts that it is completely safe, and that in fact, there are many benefits. Read on to learn more! How do chiropractors treat pregnant women?
11 January 2016
It's easy to moan and groan about the health issues that ail you, but help is often just a phone call away. You local massage therapist has the training and experience to successfully help you through a multitude of common and uncommon health issues, all without the use of medication. He or she will also discuss some lifestyle, posture and even dietary changes that you can make after your treatment to keep your discomfort from re-entering your life.
8 January 2016