Neck Pain Blog
How Can I Fix a Kink in My Neck?
A kink in the neck, or as sometimes called, wry neck, can happen due to sleeping in a draft, poor posture or even having a cold or the flu. While the true cause of the condition isn’t known,...
Best Reviewed Chiropractor in Lacey Looks at Neck Pain Caused by Technology
The 21st century is full of televisions, computers, smartphones, tablets and more! The use of these devices unfortunately causes many people to acquire a slumped posture. This creates intense strain...
What Can Be Done for Neck Pain in Lacey?
Neck pain in Lacey is the second most common cause of pain for patients coming in to see us. And it’s not surprising that this condition has also been becoming more and more prevalent in the...
Is There a Difference Between Whiplash and Regular Neck Pain?
What do you think when you hear the term whiplash? You probably think car crashes and you’d be right. But whiplash can occur from other ways too, such as falling awkwardly and in sport too. We...
Neck Pain Giving You Sleepless Nights? You’re Not Alone
You wouldn’t believe the number of patients who come in to our office here in Lacey, complaining of the neck pain that’s keeping them from sleeping at night. Indeed, restless nights are...
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Let’s Talk About Rotator Cuff Tears… 💪
A recent study found that conservative care is recommended before MRI for almost all rotator cuff tears.
Good news for you - we provide that kind of care in our office. 👍
▶️ Check out the video below for more information about this condition & then give our office a call to set up an appointment.
#RotatorCuffTear #ConservativeCare #Rehab
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Source: Cortes A et al. A value-based care analysis of magnetic resonance imaging in patients with suspected rotator cuff tendinopathy and the implicated role of conservative management. J Shoulder Elbow Surg. 2019 Jul 4. pii: S1058-2746(19)30247-2.
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Core Stabilization
What’s out: Researchers found that lumbar support belts are not very effective at controlling posture. 👎
What’s in: Core stabilization to build the muscles of your trunk. 👍
You can check out the attached video for a demonstration of one simple core-building exercise. ▶️
For a more personalized treatment plan, give our office a call today!
Bird Dog: bit.ly/2TgF9sG
#posturecontrol #birddog #ConservativeCare #Rehab
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Source: Shahvarpour A. et al The effect of extensible and non-extensible lumbar belts on trunk postural balance in subjects with low back pain and healthy controls. Gait Posture. 2019 Jun 20;72:211-216. bit.ly/2Nio0Q8
September 18th is National Backpack Awareness Day! 🎒
Check out our recent blog on backpacks and healthy study habits.👇
Back-To-School Health Tips
School can be tough- but staying healthy shouldn’t be! Check out our top 4 tips for promoting self-care during your school year:
1. Stay Relaxed
Here’s how: Incorporate self-care into your weekly routine. Need some ideas? Check out our Mind-Body Guide for things you can try; like yoga, meditation, and even committing to 7 hours of sleep.
2. Eat Right
Here’s how: Choose to consume more lean poultry, fish, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables as opposed to fattier, red meats, and processed starches. Want another trick? Eat breakfast. Eating breakfast kick starts your metabolism & gives you the energy you need to stay focused.
3. Keep Moving
Here’s how: Get more steps by taking the longer route on your walk to class. Want an easier place to start? Stand up. That’s right; merely standing up each hour can make an impact as sitting for prolonged periods has shown to have negative consequences on your health.
4. Sit Up Straight
Here’s how: Ditch the infamous slouch by being mindful of your posture while in class or studying. Your back and neck will thank you. Check out our infographic for tips on how you can set up your workspace to avoid back and neck pain.
Preventative care is the best way to stay healthy when it’s back-to-school time. Making a few adjustments to your routine and being more mindful of your health will help set you up for success this year.
If you need nutritional support or have an injury you’d like to address, give us a call.
At Warwick Chiropractic & Massage, veteran felt so much better, he left his cane!