The Pathway You stub your toe. Tiny pain receptors in the skin (nociceptors) are triggered and will send an electrical signal to the spinal cord in the lower back. The signal will then continue up the spinal cord to the brain. In the brain, the signal will reach the somatosensory cortex (deals with physical pain), the frontal cortex (responsible for thinking) and the limbic system (this area controls emotions). This will result in physical pain and an emotional reaction such

Have you had a knee replacement recently? Complete recovery from knee replacement surgery can be difficult if not approached the right way. Each of the precautions and exercises given after surgery is there for a reason. Short Term Recovery Short term recovery is key initial phase of healing. It is also the most painful phase, but medications can make the pain manageable. During short term recovery, your role is crucial. The good news is that most patients notice vast improve

What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? The carpal bones in the wrist create a tunnel around the median nerve. The median nerve can become pinched or affected by inflammation, resulting in tingling, lack of muscle strength and pain. Injury is often caused by repetitive movements or blunt force. Treatment for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome 1. If there is bone misalignment, the wrist, elbow and/or upper spine can be reset their correct positions by a chiropractor. 2. Cold laser therapy can sig

The Most Common Questions “Doesn’t it hurt?” and “Is it safe?” Keep in mind, many of the people asking are taking several prescription pills per day or are considering spinal surgery. The ACA According to the ACA, treatment by a chiropractor is widely recognized as one of the safest drug-free, non-invasive therapies available for neuromusculoskeletal complaints. Many patients feel immediate relief following a chiropractic treatment, but some may experience mild soreness, stif