Getting involved in a vehicular accident can deal significant physical damage. Even at low speeds, the human body can still experience serious injury due to the sudden stop of a moving object. Your vehicle may not have any damage, but your body may have experienced some type of soft tissue injury that needs further looking into. (more…)

If you’ve recently been in an accident, you must know how difficult it is to get back to your normal daily routine. You may experience some pain in doing simple physical activities, as well as feel limited when you try to do the things you usually do. This is where a chiropractor can help. A chiropractor offers physical therapy to help you regain your ease of movement prior to your accident. (more…)

According to Census, the population aged 65 and over will reach 83.7 million by 2050. That’s almost double the 2012 estimate of 43.1 million. Then again, just because you’re at senior age or close to getting there doesn’t mean you have to feel older. With the right health practices, age can just simply be a number. (more…)

When you’ve been in an automobile accident, it’s most likely that it will take weeks or even months for some other injuries to manifest. If you notice symptoms such as chronic pain in parts of the body that got hit during your accident, the most ideal course of action would be to consult a healthcare professional. A chiropractor can evaluate your current physical condition and diagnose you for the necessary treatments you need to recover. (more…)

Body pain, particularly lower back pain, can get a little worrisome especially when the pain won’t seem to go away. You might have chronic lower back pain, and if you’ve postponed having it checked many times, you can’t really expect your condition to get any better. In cases like these, it’s recommended that you consult a chiropractor. (more…)

A pinched nerve is a type of injury where a nerve or set of nerves are compressed, with the pressure coming from adjacent structures such as a bone (bone spur) or disc (bulging or herniated disc). The compression of the nerve can cause a number of symptoms that include pain, numbness, and burning. A pinched nerve issue can go away in time with rest, but when the symptoms won’t disappear, a Tigard chiropractor can help. (more…)

According to research from The Good Body, roughly eight out of every ten Americans will experience lower back issues at some point in their lives. Lower back pain among American adults has been on the rise over the last decade. Why? It’s because most American adults spend so much time at sitting at their desks while working. In fact, 54 percent of American adults who experience lower back pain are those who spend majority of their time sitting at work. (more…)

Sciatica nerve pain is condition that causes pain, numbness, or a tingling sensation that affects the buttocks and travels down the back of the leg. It often occurs when the sciatic nerve becomes irritated due to inflammation or as a complication from a spine condition (i.e. herniated discs). (more…)

If you have recently been involved in an auto accident, you may be concerned about the possibility of having sustained an injury. Auto accidents can cause a variety of injuries such as herniated discs, whiplash, and leg injuries. Even if symptoms may not manifest immediately after the accident, you may begin to feel pain or discomfort a few weeks after the incident. (more…)

Millions of people suffer from back pain. Beyond the discomfort associated with it, this kind of pain diminishes quality of life—that’s why many chronic back pain sufferers often find themselves missing out on activities that they enjoy. Some are even unable to accomplish very simple, everyday routines. (more…)

Regular physical activity is great for burning unwanted calories, keeping fit, and feeling fresh all-day. However, it won’t yield the desired results if you don’t do it right, starting with your warm-ups. Without the proper warm-up, you may suffer a variety of health problems including chronic back pain, and possibly even a serious back injury. (more…)

Sitting at work for lengthy periods can take its toll on your back. The fact is, any static position that puts prolonged pressure on the bones, muscles, and joints there are ways that can put large amounts of pressure on the back and spinal discs. Be sure keep in mind these proper work posture tips, courtesy of your friendly chiropractor in Gresham, OR. (more…)