Back spasms are contractions in back muscles that you cannot control when you want to relax them. Spasms (sudden, uncontrollable muscle movement) can occur in any muscle and cause pain. A lack of physical activity, excessive workouts, dietary problems, mental health issues, and other factors can cause spasms. They may last from a few minutes […]
Most people will experience some sort of back pain at some time in their lives. Chronic back pain can be extremely debilitating while affecting a person’s ability to perform daily activities. Back pain can restrict mobility, affecting quality of life. There are several types of back pain. Some people experience muscle aches, while many others […]
Pregnancy and childbirth can be an incredible yet overwhelming experience at the same time. A woman’s body undergoes several changes during pregnancy and these changes can take a toll on the body. One of the most common complaints during pregnancy is low back pain. A study suggests that around 50-70 percent of women experience back […]
Chronic back spasms can be rather painful and make the simplest of chores hard to perform. According to medical experts, there are several causes of chronic back spasms that can leave you debilitated. Thankfully, you can undergo back spasm treatment in Santa Rosa at Toth Chiropractic to reduce both the severity as well as recurrence […]
If you are suffering from back or neck pain, how would you treat it? Most people consult a medical doctor who will diagnose the condition by assessing symptoms such as pain and prescribe over-the-counter medication. In certain cases, you may be prescribed a stronger medication or even be recommended surgery to manage the pain. However, […]
Your body is a marvelous creation with all parts working in conjunction to keep you on your feet. Your lower back in specific is perfectly engineered so as to provide not just support, but also strength and flexibility to the upper portion of your body. This is exactly why it is also so sensitive and […]
Injuries of all kinds happen to us at various times, some more severe than others. Our spine is at the center of a complex web of muscles, tendons and ligaments and it’s easy for our muscles to react to trauma. Often people are looking for back spasm treatment Santa Rosa because they have hurt themselves […]
Back pain is usually the result of a sudden severe strain or a repetitive low grade strain on the body. When this kind of force overwhelms the body’s ability to stay balanced then we become injured and must seek treatment. Pregnancy is like a repetitive low grade strain on the body because it changes the […]
This installment of the stretch series focuses on stretching for those that have very active jobs. They’re lifting, squatting, standing for prolonged periods, or walk a lot. It is important to keep your mid back strong, relaxed, and limber. This is a great mid back stretch that will also help relax you at the end […]
Today’s stretch series installment is for people who sit at a desk all day. Sitting all day can cause tension in the neck and shoulders as well as the hips and knees for being in the same position all day, everyday. Following are a couple stretches to release the tension for sitting. These stretches can […]