Achilles tendon pain occurs from injuries sustained by the Achilles tendon. The Achilles tendon is the largest and strongest tendon in the body. Located in the back of the heel, the Achilles tendon connects the heel bone to the calf muscle. Named after the Greek god Achilles, it helps you walk, [...]
The AC joint or acromioclavicular joint is where the acromion (a part of the shoulder blade) connects to the clavicle (collar bone) at the top of the shoulder.The AC joint helps to maintain the proper position of the shoulder as well as control motion and strength. It is stabilized by a capsule [...]
Did you know that even the ancient Greeks knew that movement and physical exercise was good for your brain? Modern scientists have now shown that movement is one of the keys to promoting a healthy brain. [1] Movement has been shown to help people with dementia, depression, and even ADHD. [2] [...]
Do you ever feel so busy or so stressed out that you just know if someone does something to irritate you anymore, you're going to lose your shit over it and say or do something you'll regret? Modern life was hectic before the pandemic, but juggling work and family, endless emails, [...]
Everyone knows that exercise is one of the best things you can do for your health. But when it comes to exercise, most people ignore the hard stuff - such as lifting weights or resistance exercise. According to researchers, only 6% of adults do the recommended minimum amount of at least [...]
As the coronavirus spread throughout the globe, some of the most important questions people began asking included: What can I do to boost my immune system? What am I doing that suppresses my immune system? These questions and many others like them became a center point of our daily conversations which [...]
If you're reading this, you've likely experienced pain at a joint or muscle. Experts estimate that 80% of the population will experience back pain at some time in their lives. Back pain can affect people of all ages - young and old - and is the 3rd most common reason for [...]
What to Know About Tight Hamstrings Almost every patient that we evaluate for back pain in our chiropractic office has tight hamstrings. This is because tight hamstrings cause stiffness and limit mobility. The hamstrings are a group of muscles that can be viewed as the unsung heroes of the upper legs. [...]
Good and Bad Posture At some point - whether as a child or adult we were told by our own parents, teachers, or some other human interested in your health that our posture is bad. “Stand up straight!” “Stop hunching!” “No slouching!” or "Stop looking down at your phone!" Of course, [...]
Understanding Arthritis of the Neck Arthritis of the neck, also known as Cervical spondylosis is a form of osteoarthritis or abnormal wear and tear of the joints that make up your neck. In other words, neck arthritis is a condition involving changes to the bones, discs, and joints of the neck. [...]
