There is a parallel rise in knee pain, knee replacements and obesity currently in America. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, and National Center for Health Statistics, 19.5% of American adults report chronic knee pain (IOM),and more…
Jaw pain, or TMD (tempero-mandibular disorder), is a common disorder affecting greater than 10 million people in the US; and affecting women more than men. If you experience headaches, neck pain, ringing in your ears, tenderness around your jaw, decreased mouth…
What is a concussion? A concussion is an injury to the brain that may not show up on X-rays, MRIs, or CT Scans. When your child has a concussion it is very serious, because it may affect your child’s memory,…
When you think of osteoarthritis you may think that it won’t affect you until later in life, but osteoarthritis affects people of all ages. According to the Arthritis Foundation, nearly 27 million Americans are living with symptoms associated with osteoarthritis. What is…
If asked, would you know the difference between a physician, chiropractor, or a physical therapist? When you can go to any of the three for a symptom, such as back pain, it can be difficult to see why you might choose one…
Do you have pain when you lift your shoulder or perform overhead activities? It’s most likely rotator cuff tendinitis. Your shoulder is made up of your arm bone, your collar bone, and your shoulder blade. The job of your rotator…
In today’s technological society most of us cannot escape from prolonged use of computers, TV’s and cell phones in our everyday lives. Coupled with an increasingly sedentary lifestyle and poor posture, the average American will experience neck pain multiple times…
Hip pain is a common complaint for many people. Although there are a variety of problems and conditions that cause hip pain, most are treatable with conservative treatment. Below are a few common causes of hip pain and how they…
Do you carry pain medications in your back pocket? Do you miss work regularly? Do you become irritable and unproductive? Did you know that tension headaches are the most common type of headache? Some of the medications used to treat…
Are you over the age of 65? Have you fallen recently or know someone who has ever had a fall? If so, you will want to pay close attention. The following information about balance and fall prevention can save you…
