#Whiplash associated disorders can be a very confusing condition characterized by a myriad of symptoms stemming from a forceful, rapid back-and-forth motion of the #headandneck. While this process commonly occurs during a rear-end crash, it can also... dkchiroblog.com/1684/understan…

#Carpaltunnelsyndrome (CTS) is a condition that occurs when the #mediannerve is compressed as it passes through the #wrist. One treatment option available to patients is #carpaltunnel release surgery, which severs the carpal tunnel ligament to reduce... dkchiroblog.com/1676/when-to-s…

When #fatigue hits during the day, many people will reach for a #sugarysnack or a caffeinated beverage. While these practices may lead to a quick, #shortburstofenergy, the crash afterwards can leave one feeling even more #tired. Let’s look at healthier... dkchiroblog.com/1685/energy-bo…

One of the symptoms commonly associated with #whiplashassociateddisorder (#WAD) is #headaches. The current research suggests that up to 50% of patients who experience a #whiplash-associated headache may continue to suffer from them for a year or more... dkchiroblog.com/1678/whiplash-…

Neck pain is the second most common reason patients seek chiropractic care, and it’s particularly a problem with #officeworkers. One study estimated that #neckpain affects 42-69% of those who work in #officeenvironments. Many such individuals... dkchiroblog.com/1668/neck-pain…

With many sports requiring overhead movements that can place the #shoulder at the extreme end of its range of motion, it’s not surprising that #shoulderinjuries are so common among athletes. For instance, up to 50% of NCAA college #footballplayers have... dkchiroblog.com/1677/common-sh…

#Osteoarthritis (OA) is the leading cause of #kneepain and disability in the #elderlypopulation. While treatment to address #knee OA will often focus on the knee itself, a patient may also need to change their #footwear. Why is that? dkchiroblog.com/1670/footwear-…

Of all the potential contributing factors for #carpaltunnelsyndrome—diabetes, #thyroiddysfunction, inflammatory #arthritis, pregnancy, birth control usage, and obesity—perhaps the most well-known is participating in jobs & activities that require fast... dkchiroblog.com/1669/repetitiv…

In simple terms, chronic #lowbackpain is pain affecting the #lumbarspine region that lasts longer than three months. However, chronic low #backpain is not simply acute (new) #lowback pain that has failed to resolve. Rather, it often reflects an overlap... dkchiroblog.com/2158/the-pain-…

#Neckpain is estimated to affect approximately 30–50% of the adult population in the United States each year, making it second only to #lowbackpain as a primary reason patients seek chiropractic care. The goal of chiropractic care for #neck pain is to... dkchiroblog.com/2155/in-office…

Most people associate #tinnitus with excessive #noiseexposure, such as the ringing that can follow a rock concert. However, tinnitus can also develop following a #whiplash event, such as the rapid acceleration and deceleration of the #headandneck that... dkchiroblog.com/2154/whiplash-…

By some estimates, #shoulder complaints affect nearly half of the adult population in a year, driving many to chiropractic offices looking for a conservative, non-surgical solution. While #backpain and #neckpain are the primary reasons patients seek... dkchiroblog.com/2156/chiroprac…

As we age, it is natural to become more concerned about our #longevity, especially if we have experienced #healthchallenges or engaged in #unhealthybehaviors earlier in life. One way to assess probabilistic near-term (under five years) and long-term... dkchiroblog.com/2153/a-practic…

When individuals use their smartphone, they often adopt an #awkwardposture where their head rests forward of their shoulders. This #forwardheadposture, or “#textneck,” places added strain on the muscles in the back of the #neck, shoulders, & #upperback... dkchiroblog.com/1662/electroni…

A study published in 2019 found that nearly half of #whiplash associated disorders (#WAD) sufferers are still symptomatic one year after their injury. Why is that, and what can one do to reduce their risk for chronic WAD symptoms? dkchiroblog.com/1671/reducing-… #neckpaintreatment

Fast & repetitive hand & finger movements with little rest time can cause the sheaths that cover the tendons passing through the #carpaltunnel to become inflamed, placing increased pressure within the tunnel, compressing the #mediannerve, & stimulating... dkchiroblog.com/2157/wrist-ten…

#Scoliosis is a condition that affects about 3% of teenagers, though the cause is typically unknown. In most instances, the degree of #spinalcurvature is mild (10-15º curve), but in some cases, the curve may continue to increase as the child grows. dkchiroblog.com/1661/chiroprac…

It’s common for the #elderly to have multiple #chronicconditions, which can impact their ability to live a vibrant, #independentlifestyle. While it may not be possible to avoid #adversehealthconditions in our later years, it appears there are steps... dkchiroblog.com/1673/lowering-…

For the patient with #lowbackpain, guidelines recommend seeking treatment in the acute state of the condition instead of waiting for it to become chronic. While it’s generally easier & faster to achieve a satisfactory outcome in the earliest stages of... dkchiroblog.com/1655/the-effec…

#Whiplash associated disorders (WAD) is a collection of symptoms commonly associated with motor vehicle collisions. Because #WAD can have such a negative effect on one’s #qualityoflife, it makes sense to take steps to reduce the risk of a #caraccident... dkchiroblog.com/1665/car-accid…