Category Archives: Chiropractor
Orthotics May Be What You Need
Q: I’ve always associated orthotics with podiatrists. I was surprised to find my chiropractor prescribing them as well. Why do some chiropractors take such an interest in the feet? A: I will use low back pain as one example that…
Bone Out Of Place In Your Back?
Q: If I have a bone out of place in my back, and a chiropractor adjusts my spine, why would I need to be adjusted again? A: Let me first say that your question is common (it’s not a strange question),…
Tingling pain in your neck and shoulder?
Q: I’ve recently had open heart surgery. I’m feeling an ache and tingling in my right neck and shoulder, but it’s been decided that my heart condition isn’t related to the pain. I’ve also had an MRI of my neck,…
All about Arthritis.
Q: My job is physically demanding. I’ve heard many times that if I keep it up, I will develop arthritis in my back, and the bones of my spine will eventually fuse together. I understand that arthritis may be inevitable,…
Is It Possible to Have an Extra Back Bone?
Q: My chiropractor told me that I have an extra bone in my back. Is this likely, and is it serious? A: Your chiropractor has given you a simple explanation of something that appeared on your X-ray, probably of your low…
Yard Work and Back Pain
Q: I have a tendency to strain my back when resuming yard work this time of year. I’ve recently purchased a low back brace, but I’ve heard that wearing it too much may actually do more harm than good. Should…