Whether you play sports for fun or are a professional athlete, you are at risk for sports injuries. An injury can keep you out of action for days, weeks, or even months. An unattended sports injury can lead to long-term consequences. Some common types of sports-related injuries include swollen muscles, sprains and strains, shin splints, […]
A study suggests that 1 in 2 adult Americans live with a musculoskeletal condition. Musculoskeletal disorders affect the bones, joints, and muscles. A person’s risk of developing one increases with age. Other risk factors include poor work practices, malnutrition, and overall health habits. A musculoskeletal condition can be excruciating and debilitating. Chiropractors in Santa Rosa […]
Pregnancy is a life-changing event. The feeling of bringing a new life into this world cannot be expressed in words. A woman’s body undergoes several changes during pregnancy. Many women report increased levels of discomfort during pregnancy. This is primarily due to the extra strain placed on the body by the fetus. Studies show that […]
Chiropractic care is an alternative medicine that focuses on diagnosing and treating problems affecting the musculoskeletal system. A chiropractor manually manipulates or adjusts the spine to treat back pain and other disorders of the musculoskeletal system. A chiropractor may also recommend certain exercises and lifestyle changes to treat certain disorders. Chiropractic care is a non-invasive […]
Neck pain is one of the most common types of pain disorders. A study shows that around 34-43 percent of the population will experience neck pain at some point. From degenerative diseases and injuries to sitting, standing, or lying in a poor posture, there are many causes of neck pain. In earlier times, it was […]
The trigeminal nerve starts from the brainstem, and enters the upper region of the neck right at the base of the skull. The nerve provides sensation to most of the face and also provides motor functions to the jaw muscles. At times, this nerve can become irritated due to excessive pressure which results in a […]
Are you suffering from excruciating muscle spasms, leg cramps, tingling, numbness, leg weakness and/or back pain? If so, you definitely need to take notice as you could be suffering from spinal stenosis. Spinal stenosis occurs when the spinal cord canal narrows down. If not addressed in time, it can gradually compress the spinal nerve roots. […]
Many individuals aren’t aware of the fact that chiropractors can actually treat peripheral neuropathy, a nerve condition that leads to numbness, tingling, and tickling in the most extreme forms. The fact is that seeking out chiropractic care in Santa Rosa not only addresses the problem, but also offers a variety of benefits to treat the […]
Most people spend a majority of their waking hours at work, and whether you believe it or not, the kind of work you do can have an adverse effect on your body. You do not have to do physically intensive work to sustain workplace injuries; you can also sustain injuries if you have a desk […]
If your immunity is not as good as you think it should be, and you suffer from colds and allergies all the time, it is time to think about considering chiropractic care in Santa Rosa. You may be wondering what could be the connection between your immune system and your spine. Read on to know […]