The opioid crisis has prompted a hard look at how we treat pain, especially back and neck pain, which are among the most common reasons opioids get prescribed. A growing body of evidence supports starting with non-drug, conservative care, and chiropractic is part of that conversation. The Shift Toward Non-Drug Care Major guidelines now recommend…
Many people experience neck pain the moment they wake up. If that sounds familiar, your sleep position, pillow, and mattress are all worth a closer look. While the causes of neck pain are varied and not always within your control, there are simple things you can do to lower your risk – and your sleeping…
Neck pain can be unsettling. Many people fear spine pain more than other kinds of pain – the back and neck feel vulnerable, and a lot can go wrong. Yet most cases of neck pain are not serious, at least early on. This article explains the most common causes of neck pain and the warning…
Neck pain is something most people will experience at some point, and in the large majority of cases it is mechanical, meaning it comes from the muscles, joints, and soft tissues of the neck rather than anything sinister. Understanding the common drivers makes it easier to prevent and manage. The Most Common Causes What Usually…
Headaches are among the most common health complaints, and while medication has its place, there is a lot you can do without reaching for a pill. Many headaches respond well to addressing their triggers and using simple, drug-free strategies. Know Your Headache Most everyday headaches are tension-type or migraine. Tension headaches often feel like a…
Cluster headaches have been described as some of the worst pain known to medicine. Sufferers often describe a burning, stabbing sensation behind or around one eye – so severe that there’s little to do during an attack but wait it out. Women who have experienced both have compared the pain to labor, and many men…
Tension-type headaches are the most common kind of headache, affecting a large majority of adults at some point. They typically feel like a band of pressure or tightness around the head, rather than the throbbing, one-sided pain of a migraine. The good news is that they often respond well to drug-free approaches. What Drives Tension…
Migraines are far more than bad headaches. They are a neurological condition that can involve intense, often one-sided pain, nausea, and sensitivity to light and sound. While medication has an important role, lifestyle and non-drug strategies are a major part of managing migraines and reducing how often they strike. Understanding Migraine Migraine attacks often follow…
Most headaches are harmless and pass on their own, but they are not all the same, and a few warrant prompt medical attention. Knowing the common types and the warning signs helps you respond sensibly rather than worrying unnecessarily or, conversely, ignoring something important. Common Types of Headache Warning Signs to Take Seriously See a…
Many people who suffer from lower back pain – on one side, the other, or both – assume the problem is their spine. Often, though, the real culprit is a deep muscle called the quadratus lumborum, or QL. This article covers what the QL is, how to recognize when it’s causing trouble, and how to…
