chiropractic

Heel Pain! What do I do?

Plantar Fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain. The plantar fascia is a long sheath of connective tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot and to help support the arch of the foot. Heel pain begins when the fascia is over stretched, weakened or inflammed. Repeated strain to the fascia leads to micro …

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Ice or Heat to Treat Low Back Pain

As a general rule of thumb, ice should be used to treat any new injury within the first 72 hours. Ice will help reduce the swelling, decrease muscle spasms and expedite the healing process. Woodbury chiropractor, Dr. Tyler Peterson, says there are numerous ways to apply cold therapy from a frozen vegetable bag to gel packs. …

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What’s Posture got to do with it?

Poor posture puts abnormal stress on the spine that leads to fatigued muscles, spasms, pain and irritation on the nerves. The strain on the muscles and nervous system can lead to tension headaches, tight shoulders and back pain. Improper posture has even been linked to accelerated joint degeneration and spinal arthritis which can greatly affect quality of life. …

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How You Can Prevent Low Back Pain

While our primary goal for our Woodbury chiropractic patients is to give you the best spinal health possible, the reality is that we can only do so much each visit. This means that the majority of responsibility in maintaining a healthy back and spine falls on you. Here are some tips to maintaining good spinal …

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