Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a problem of the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the hand. CTS occurs when the median nerve gets compressed in the carpal tunnel, a narrow tunnel at the wrist made up of bones and soft tissue. Nerves, tendons, and blood vessels travel through this tunnel, which when compressed may result in pain, weakness and/or numbness in the hand and wrist, radiating into the forearm. CTS is the most common of…

Thinking About Getting a New Mattress? While most of us associate the necessity of proper posture with activities that occur while we’re awake, good posture is just as paramount when we sleep. Because we’re largely unaware of our posture when we sleep, however, our mattress choice is of the utmost importance. With that said, finding the right mattress for you can often times be a tedious task, especially if you sleep with a partner who has different sleeping preferences.  Further,…

If you have a headache, you’re not alone. Many people suffer from headaches — some are occasional, some frequent, some are dull and throbbing, and some cause debilitating pain and nausea. What do you do when you suffer from a pounding headache? Do you grit your teeth and carry on? Lie down? Take pain medication and hope it goes away? There is an alternative. Research shows that spinal manipulation therapy (SMT) – a centerpiece of chiropractic care – may be…

If you’ve noticed aches and pain in your neck, shoulders, and upper back during the COVID-19 pandemic, you are not alone. Some American Chiropractic Association (ACA) members report that their patients who wear protective masks for long hours are frequently experiencing these common musculoskeletal conditions. Some believe the reason behind the pain, in addition to increased stress, is that masks can limit the lower field of vison—particularly if they are not well fitted—causing people to tuck in their chins, shift…

Overview Many pregnant women experience pain and aches in the pelvic and lower back regions. According to one source, 50% of pregnant women go through back pain before delivering their babies. Unfortunately, the experience is not uniform among all women, as some may deal with severe pain that requires specialized care. However, pregnancy and pharmacological drugs don’t go hand in hand, which makes chiropractic an appealing choice to temper down these uncomfortable sensations and provide other health benefits. In this…

Overview Despite the advances made in the fields of biology and medicine, there is a myriad of health problems that are still incurable, which often present as chronic sequences of signs and symptoms that negatively impact the patient’s quality of life. Chronic pain, stiffness, and other musculoskeletal symptoms are classic examples of the limitations faced by conventional physicians. Unfortunately, there is no effective treatment for these conditions, and the only available therapeutic option is to take pharmacological drugs for a…