Can my headache come from my neck? What type of headaches are they?
Absolutely, headaches can indeed originate from issues in the neck, known as cervicogenic headaches. These types of headaches are often overlooked or misdiagnosed because the pain is often felt in […]
Read moreThe History of Chiropractic
The History of Chiropractic The understanding that the spine is somehow involved in health and wellness, as well as the practice of using manual manipulation as a source of healing, […]
Read moreAn Explanation of Normal and Abnormal Spinal Curves
An Explanation of Normal and Abnormal Spinal Curves Curves are a normal part of the spine’s structure. Looking at the spine from the side (lateral), several curves can be seen […]
Read moreThoracic Spine
Thoracic Spine The section of the spinal column called the Thoracic Spine begins below the cervical spine (C7, neck), roughly at shoulder level and continues downward until it reaches the […]
Read moreCervical Spine Anatomy
Cervical Spine Anatomy The cervical spine, or your neck, is a complex structure making up the first region of the spinal column, starting immediately below the skull and ending […]
Read moreAbout Chiropractic
About Chiropractic What is Spinal Manipulation? One of the most common and well-known therapeutic procedures performed by a Doctor of Chiropractic is spinal manipulation (sometimes referred to as a “spinal […]
Read moreShoulder Pain and a Pinched Nerve
Shoulder Pain and a Pinched Nerve A pinched nerve in the shoulder can happen when a nerve coming from the neck is irritated or ‘pressed’ on by a misaligned vertebra. […]
Read moreSpinal Distortions
Spinal Distortions Overview Spinal distortions can occur and relate to an abnormal alignment or curve of the bony vertebral column. Adult scoliosis and kyphosis can be caused by age-related wear […]
Read moreFacet Joint Syndrome/Arthritis
Facet Joint Syndrome/Arthritis Overview Facet joint syndrome is an arthritis-like condition of the spine that can be a significant source of back and neck pain. It is caused by degenerative […]
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