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Tennis Elbow

March 20, 2019 | Comments Off on Tennis Elbow

What Is It? Tennis elbow is a condition where there is inflammation and pain on the outside of your elbow where the forearm extensor tendons attach. If you lay your arm flat and straight, palm up, the protruding bone on the outside of the elbow is called the lateral epicondyle. Lay the fingers of your…

Rotator Cuff Tendonitis

March 20, 2019 | Comments Off on Rotator Cuff Tendonitis

What Is It? Rotator cuff tendonitis is a condition of the shoulder joint where there is inflammation of one or more tendons of the rotator cuff complex. The rotator cuff is made up of four main structures: Supraspinatus. This holds your humerus in place and keeps your upper arm stable. It helps lift your arm.…

The Chiropractic Adjustment

February 6, 2019 | Comments Off on The Chiropractic Adjustment

It is estimated that there are more than 100 named methods of spinal manipulation treatment (SMT)  techniques or methods.  Several  high quality research studies have demonstrated that SMT is an effective non-invasive conservative treatment for  mechanical spinal related disorders. SMT is dated back to ancient China. Modern methods were introduced in the late 19th and…

Osteoarthritis of the Knee

February 6, 2019 | Comments Off on Osteoarthritis of the Knee

Osteoarthritis of the Knee, What is it? What are the symptoms, what can cause it, what are the treatment options and what should I expect? Basic knee anatomy: The knee joint is comprised of the connection of the femur AKA thigh bone, tibia or shin bone,  fibula,( smaller, next to tibia, and the patella ( knee…

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Five Ways to Wake Up Without Caffeine

January 27, 2017 | Comments Off on Five Ways to Wake Up Without Caffeine

Five Ways to Wake Up Without Caffeine By Brian Acton When Americans need to wake up, they overwhelmingly turn to caffeine. Around 83% of U.S. adults drink caffeine, and for many of us there’s no better pick-me-up. But if caffeine’s not your thing – or you’re considering cutting back – there are other ways to…

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Four Housework Tips for People With Back Pain

January 15, 2017 | Comments Off on Four Housework Tips for People With Back Pain

Four Housework Tips for People With Back Pain By Brian Acton Consistent or recurring back pain can make even the most simple, mundane household chores a hassle. Cleaning activities that include lifting, bending or crouching can cause pain flare-ups or injury. But your trash still needs to be taken to the curb, your corners still…