Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Prevention The best way to deal with carpal tunnel syndrome is never to get it in the first place. If you are worried that your career could be putting you at risk for carpal tunnel syndrome then you will want to implement these five prevention techniques. Let's start with something simple. Take […]
Why Is the Shoulder Weak? When you say that your shoulder is weak, what do you mean? Do you mean that your shoulder and arm is numb? Do you feel tingling in your shoulder and arm? Do you have a loss of strength? Do you have pain in your shoulder that is causing this weakness? […]
Migraines and Panic Disorders Migraines.com wrote a recent article highlighting the link between migraines and panic disorders. The Mayo Clinic defines migraines as an "intense throbbing or pulsing in one area of the head, and is commonly accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and extreme sensitivity to light and sound." WebMD defines panic disorders as "sudden attacks […]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome If you suffer from carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) then you no doubt are seeking some relief. But perhaps you are wondering what the connection between upper cervical chiropractic and CTS could possibly be. After all, isn't carpal tunnel syndrome a problem with the wrist? Let's take a look at the anatomical science […]
Shoulder Pain Shoulder pain is a terrible thing to have to live with. People never realize how much their shoulders play a role in everyday living until it starts to hurt. Shoulder pain can be caused by many things but the most common causes are overuse or doing activities that are not usually done. Some […]
90% of Americans Have Headaches A recent press release by the American Chiropractic Association on August 2, 2013, that appeared in several news outlets. The release, and several associated news articles discuss how chiropractic helps people who suffer from headaches. The ACA release begins by noting, "If you have a headache, you're not alone. Nine […]
How Are Migraines Related to High Blood Pressure? A recent article in the Journal of Upper Cervical Chiropractic Research documented the positive effects of specific, upper cervical chiropractic adjustments on a 25- year-old female with high blood pressure, also known as hypertension and migraines. A 25-year-old female with medically diagnosed hypertension presented to an upper […]
Sciatica is a disorder which causes a set of symptoms including pain in the derrière or leg that becomes worse when sitting, standing or squatting, also it can cause a burning or tingling “pins and needles” sensation in the leg, weakness, numbness, difficulty of motion in the foot or leg. The sciatic nerve runs from […]
What Can I Do to Get Rid of My Migraine Headaches? Have you been asking this question? How long have you suffered? In the Journal of the American Medical Association it was once stated “Headaches are not headaches at all but really a pain in the neck.” Seletz E. Whiplash Injuries. JAMA, 1958; 168(13): 1750-1755 […]
NUCCA upper cervical chiropractic in the media As a chiropractic procedure the technique of the National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association has been featured on Good Morning America, Public Television, and Discovery Health. Both the Good Morning America and PBS features cover the NUCCA study on chiropractic and hypertension. Discovery Health features professional drag racer Tony […]
