October 16th, World Spine Day, is a global day dedicated to highlighting the burden of spinal pain and disability, and to promote better spinal health. This year’s theme is “Back on Track.”There’s truth in the phrase “movement is medicine,” as keeping your spine mobile...
If you’ve recently decided to seek out chiropractic treatment, you have made the first step to an all-around healthier body and state of mind. However, seeing your chiropractor is just the first step.In order to relieve proper back and neck pain and promote overall wellness,...
Summer is the season when people are usually more physically active, spending plenty of time in the great outdoors. While this summer has been far from average due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s just as important - perhaps even now more than ever - to devote...
A good night’s sleep should leave you feeling rejuvenated and ready to face the day. So why do you sometimes wake up with a stiff neck and a sore lower back? Unless you have known back issues or an injury that contributes to poor sleep,...
Winter, that chilly but lovely season that roars in on December 21st and whispers out on March 19th. While there are many who enjoy the cooler temperatures, especially in the Rio Grande Valley where it’s generally warm year-round, there are many others who tend to...
Our musculoskeletal system plays an important role in our health and overall well-being. Made up of our bones, muscles, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, joints and other connective tissue, this system protects our organs while also providing the necessary support and stability to effectively move and control...
Spring is here!That means more sun and longer days. While you might be inclined to rush outside to take in these first days of spring, your body might not be ready to adjust so quickly.At Hendrick Wellness Center, our McAllen chiropractors would like...
Winter will soon be arriving in the Rio Grande Valley, and with it, the occasional cold front. While we don’t necessarily get as cold as the rest of the nation, there are sure to be a couple of days worth of chilly temperatures.Unfortunately, this change...
Did you know that proper alignment of the spine can prevent a number of health complications? Chiropractic care utilizes a series of spinal manipulation and therapeutic techniques to alleviate pressure on your joints, bones, and muscles.Do not wait until your back and spinal aches are...
With the seasons changing, weather conditions may require some extra caution when you are out and about. Autumn and winter tend to bring rainy days which can cause walkways, floors, and sidewalks to get quite slippery.One misstep on a slick surface and you could instantly...