Interesting Facts About Whiplash

Interesting Facts About Whiplash

We all know automobile accidents or motor vehicle collisions (MVCs) are the most common cause of whiplash; however, whiplash can also occur from a slip and fall and virtually any injury where your head is whipped backwards. Here are some important facts about whiplash...
What Causes Whiplash?

What Causes Whiplash?

The most common causes of “whiplash” are injuries that arise from automobile accidents or motor vehicle collisions (MVCs). So, let’s chat about why and how this happens in a “typical” MVC.  You are stopped at a red light, patiently waiting for the light to turn green...
Running and Low Back Pain

Running and Low Back Pain

Have you ever noticed every time you go running, you have lower back pain either during or after the run? If so, you may be wondering if you should quit running, find an alternative sport, or simply stop all activity and adopt a sedentary lifestyle. If you love the...
Fibromyalgia: The Dirty Dozen

Fibromyalgia: The Dirty Dozen

Fibromyalgia (FM) is a common chronic condition that affects millions of people around the world. The overview of the symptoms is widespread pain in the muscles accompanied by pain, fatigue, and “…just feeling wiped out!” Sleep deprivation is a common problem and some...
Neck Pain and Sleep

Neck Pain and Sleep

We’re hoping this article will not PUT you to sleep but rather WAKE YOU UP to the important information presented here about how to sleep in the presence of neck pain. If you’ve ever had neck pain, then you already know how challenging it is to find a comfortable...
Fibromyalgia: Exercise Recommendations

Fibromyalgia: Exercise Recommendations

Fibromyalgia (FM) is a chronic condition that affects the muscles of the body in a generalized way, producing pain that is usually felt in many areas. This widespread pain can impact many aspects of one’s life and disrupt jobs, hobbies, and relationships. Previously,...
Try These Exercises First Thing in the Morning…

Try These Exercises First Thing in the Morning…

Has your chiropractor ever asked, “Did you do your exercises?” How did you respond? If you’re like 96% of the general population, you probably scrambled, looking for excuses that your chiropractor would “buy.” Of course, he or she is not out to humiliate you or make...
What Isn’t Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

What Isn’t Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

That’s a strange question….well, maybe not as crazy as it sounds! Knowing what isn’t carpal tunnel syndrome, or CTS, may help you avoid an unnecessary surgery for a condition that looks very similar to CTS. Because CTS is such a common problem, it’s not uncommon for...
Whiplash: What Are The Odds of a Permanent Injury?

Whiplash: What Are The Odds of a Permanent Injury?

You’ve probably heard someone claim, “…you’re not really injured – you’re just going for a big settlement!” Or, “…that person isn’t really hurt, they’re just in it for the money!” Though there are cases that may fit this scenario, the majority of people who are...