by Tejasvit Kour | Oct 2, 2014 | Advanced
DEFINITIONS Scientific research articles use words that have important meanings in interpreting the value of a study. Such important words include: Correlation / AssociationCausationReverse Causation We will use the words correlation and association as being...
by Tejasvit Kour | Sep 7, 2014 | Whole Body Health
Because the spinal cord is housed by the spine and the exiting nerve roots communicate with the autonomic nerves that basically run our organ function, maintaining alignment of the spine and pelvis is very important to minimize nerve irritation and subsequent...
by Tejasvit Kour | Sep 6, 2014 | Whiplash
When discussing the topic of whiplash injury recovery, prompt assessment, treatment, education, reassurance, and advice can be VERY EFFECTIVE in helping the injured crash victim improve during the acute stage of the injury (the first three months). But after three...
by Tejasvit Kour | Sep 5, 2014 | Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
While carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is usually characterized as a repetitive stress injury, it can also be caused by pregnancy. In fact, CTS is a common complaint among pregnant women due to an increase in fluid build-up in the tissues, including those in the forearms...
by Tejasvit Kour | Sep 5, 2014 | Fibromyalgia
Utilizing dietary approaches to help with fibromyalgia (FM) management has been our main topic these past two articles and serves as GREAT background information for this month’s topic: Vitamin D and its role in the management of pain associated with FM. Let’s take a...
by Tejasvit Kour | Sep 4, 2014 | Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) affects MANY individuals from all walks of life and in many occupations. Today’s discussion centers around CTS among musicians, and most importantly, what can be done about it. It’s thought that CTS affects musicians because of their...
by Tejasvit Kour | Sep 3, 2014 | Neck Pain
Neck pain is a very common condition that drives many patients to seek chiropractic care. Treatment planning typically includes four primary goals: 1) Pain Management; 2) Structural Realignment; 3) Functional Restoration; and 4) Maintenance / Prevention. 1) PAIN...
by Tejasvit Kour | Sep 2, 2014 | Back Pain
Last month, we addressed low back pain (LBP) in the younger patient (age 30-60), so it only seems appropriate to continue the discussion for those over the age of 60. As previously mentioned, back pain does NOT discriminate when it comes to age. In fact, chiropractors...
by Tejasvit Kour | Sep 1, 2014 | Whole Body Health
Chiropractic care focuses on treating the whole person and realigning the spine to maximize function and health. This month’s focus is on the feet and how they can have a tremendous effect on the whole body. Let’s take a look! Did you know that the foot consists of 26...
by Tejasvit Kour | Sep 1, 2014 | Whole Body Health
Traditionally, chiropractic care is associated with treating back and neck pain, as well as other orthopedic conditions involving the arms and legs. However, there is a growing amount of research that chiropractic care can also help many non-musculoskeletal...
