Study shows spinal manipulation more effective than medication for treatment of tension headaches.

Do you ever see athletes on TV wearing tape on their shoulders or back? They may be wearing Rock Tape! What is Rock Tape? Rock Tape is a special sports tape that supports your muscles while allowing full range of motion. This tape can be used for various conditions, but the chief purpose is to decrease pain, decompress soft tissue, and to let muscles heal while providing extra support. Rock taping has become popular throughout the world and is used to treat injuries and impro

What is a TENS unit? TENS stands for transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation. These portable, battery operated units connect to the skin, using electrodes to send electric pulses across the skin’s surface. They are usually used for 15-20 minutes at a time. Immediate Pain Reduction In order to process pain, the brain receives impulses from pain carrying nerves. The TENS unit sends the brain impulses from non pain carrying nerves, thus interrupting and blocking signals from p

What is osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis (AKA degenerative joint disease) occurs as a person ages and is associated with misaligned joints and postural imperfections. In addition, spinal discs wear away, causing bone spurs to form in order to stabilize the area. Bone spurs can be painful. Osteoarthritis may cause lower back pain, neck pain and pain in the joints of the extremities. Remedies for Arthritis 1. Physical Activity – Studies show that exercise, such as simply walking

Indications for a Lumbar Support Belt Lower Back Pain Disc Herniation Sciatica Osteoporosis Postoperative Laminectomy/Fusion Scoliosis Stable/Non-Displaced Fractures Restricted Living Low back pain and injury can prevent walking, lying down, sitting, standing, bending, driving and many other activities of daily living that we take for granted. Stabilization Back support belts are designed to improve back posture to reduce low back stress. As a result, increased spinal stabili