Have you noticed an increase in back, shoulder, or neck pain this year? You are not alone. A recent study conducted by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) reports that an estimated 126 million adults, or 55.7 percent, of Americans suffer from daily pain just...
Patients suffering from chronic back pain seek both chiropractic care and medicine to relieve pain and improve their quality of life. There are benefits to both, but only one has multiple risks and potential complications.Knowing which method of treatment is right for you is important...
Millions of Americans visit their local chiropractor every year searching for treatment for the various aches and pains they are dealing with across their body. But for those unfamiliar with the process, at a glance, chiropractic care can seem overwhelming and even awkward.For the inexperienced,...
Being a teacher can be a physically demanding job. Teachers often have to stand for several hours a day giving lectures, tend to small children's needs, and spend several hours a day sitting while grading papers and creating lesson plans. Whether you’re an elementary school teacher...
All across the Rio Grande Valley, residents are hitting the gym, running the local trails, walking at the parks, and getting involved in all sorts of physical activity in order to perfect their summer body. While exercise is definitely a great way to stay healthy,...
Summer is here and whether you are traveling for vacation or business, whether car or plane, it’s always important to take care of your body as you’ll be cramped in a small area for an extended amount of time.Spending hours on the road or in...
It’s spring and many of us are finally starting to enjoy the warm weather. From spending a little more time outdoors to performing some spring cleaning maintenance on our lawns, there’s plenty of reason to enjoy the season.Of course, if you’re planning on doing...
It’s something that you’ve probably heard your entire life. A stern warning from a parent followed, perhaps, by a little poke to the ribs.While children may think these three words are simply parents being parents, the truth is that slouching or sitting up straight can...
Joints help to hold your weight, connect bones, allow for movements like twisting, and plenty more. Unfortunately, all this hard work puts lots of stress and strain on them, which can eventually lead to pain.The issue, of course, is that even when you are suffering...
Winter is nearly here! For those of us living in the Rio Grande Valley, that means cooler weather, fun holiday parties, a little bit of down time to enjoy with our loved ones, and the wonderful opportunity to use some of those winter outfits that...