Part 3: Lumbar Health Taking medication might seem like the only solution when you’re dealing with stubborn symptoms, but did you know chiropractic care can help? The nerves that travel through the lumbar (low-back) section of your spine control many of your vital organs, and misalignments in that area can be the culprits of many…
Part 2: Thoracic Health Many people believe that chiropractic is only for back pain. But did you know that keeping your spine properly aligned can help with many other health issues? The nerves that travel through the thoracic (upper-mid back) section of your spine control many of your vital organs, and if those nerves are…
Part 1: Cervical Health Neck pain is just neck pain, right? Wrong! The cervical region of your spine is the most important area in your body in terms of nervous system and overall health, and keeping it properly aligned can help with a lot more health problems than you would first expect. This spring season,…
Many people enjoy cracking their knuckles. Some crack their knuckles out of nervousness before public speaking, or as a superstitious tradition during a sporting event. Students have told us that they crack their knuckles before diving into a tough problem on a test and worry that others in the room will hear. Whether or not…
People come in to see our Fort Collins chiropractors for many different reasons. Some use our services for back pain, others for rehabilitation after an accident, and others for preventative care. Still more come for help managing serious conditions, such as scoliosis. Just like different chiropractors utilize different chiropractic adjustment techniques, their philosophies about how…
What do you envision when you think about a visit to the chiropractor? Maybe some anxiety-inducing twisting? Some loud popping from scary and uncomfortable positions? Does getting an adjustment sound more nerve-wracking than healing and relaxing? Well, we’ve got some good news for you! If you’ve been unhappy with your chiropractic experience in the past,…
It’s easy to get into bad habits when it comes to our posture. You don’t pay attention to the ergonomics of your desk, so you slouch for awhile without even realizing it. Or you’ve had several busy weeks and haven’t had time to make it to the gym or even stretch. Unfortunately, prolonging the habits…
Have you ever had a hand or foot massage that made you feel a million times better afterward? Or maybe you’ve had a head massage and they took the time to massage your ears, which left you feeling more rejuvenated than you expected? Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced the power of reflexology and its…
If you live with chronic back pain, it can feel like you’ve tried every remedy under the sun. Whether the cause was an injury during a car wreck or back problems that developed from years of poor posture — or anything in between — you likely want relief. And we’re talking true relief, not just…
The body is continually shifting and adjusting during pregnancy. The point is to better make room for — and support — your growing child, but it also means that a whole variety of different aches and pains can (and will) crop up throughout all three trimesters. Finding relief for those uncomfortable and occasionally painful sensations…
