Understanding Plantar Fasciitis and Heel Pain If you’ve ever experienced a sharp, stabbing pain in your heel when you get out of bed in the morning, you’re not alone. Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain, affecting millions of adults each year. It occurs when the thick band of tissue [...]
If you’ve been living with chronic pain or an injury that just won’t heal, you’ve probably tried everything—from ice and rest to medications and physical therapy. Then someone mentions Acoustic Shockwave Therapy, and your first thought might be: “Wait, isn’t that experimental… or painful?” You’re not alone. There are a lot of misconceptions out there [...]
Summer should be a time to move, play, and enjoy the sunshine. But if you’re dealing with nagging pain from overuse, sports injuries, or chronic conditions, the season can quickly lose its shine. Whether you’re chasing your kids at the beach, hiking a trail, or getting back into your tennis or pickleball routine, pain can [...]
It’s that time of year! Kids all over the country are gearing up for back to school! It is common to see people getting ready by purchasing new clothes, school supplies and even getting physicals. We believe one of the most important ways to prepare for back to school is to prepare your body and [...]
Summer is here and many of our favorite summer sports have kicked into full action! Some summer favorites like baseball, tennis, soccer, swimming, kayaking and more can cause some painful injuries. Some of the most common injuries we see in our practice during the summer include things like: Sprains Strains Tendonitis Bursitis Fractures To understand [...]
According to the American Chiropractic Association’s website, 31 million Americans experience low back pain at any given time. That’s a lot of pain! This blog post will take a look at top reasons the may be provoking back pain and we will offer some solutions that may help alleviate it. There are many reasons why [...]
Studies have shown that chronic pain might not only be caused by physical injury but also by stress and emotional issues. If the source of this stress is not identified and addressed, the result can be chronic pain. Chronic pain is defined as prolonged physical pain that lasts longer than the natural healing process should [...]
Stress Awareness Month began in 1992. Every April since, Stress Awareness Month has been recognized. The purpose for Stress Awareness month is to raise awareness, help others to recognize the signs, understand the dangers, explore treatments and learn to manage stress. Recognizing the Signs of Stress Many times, people experience stress and don’t even realize [...]
Acupuncture Awareness week takes place March 6 - March 12, 2017. The entire purpose of acupuncture week is to highlight the benefits of acupuncture, how it works and who can benefit from the treatment of acupuncture. The Benefits Acupuncture is an all natural, safe, non-pharmaceutical solution for many conditions and ailments people may suffer from. [...]
Chronic pain is relentless. Stress, environment, and emotional effects can overlay the original tissue damage in an injury, adding to the intensity and tenacity of the pain. How can one effectively manage pain and begin living again. Good news! There are many ways to work through pain and manage it naturally. Let’s explore some ways [...]
