acupuncture
Types of Conditions that Acupuncture is Beneficial for: Acupuncture can be a very effective solution when treating many different problems. It works by increasing the circulation to the area and decreasing inflammation. Secondly, acupuncture stimulates regrowth of the cells and…
Achilles tendonitis is a common injury in the running community. It is an inflammatory ailment that leads to swelling, pain and tissue damage. It results from repetitive strain, which in turn makes it more susceptible to tearing or even rupturing….
S0me information regarding common head and neck related conditions… Facet Irritation or Joint Irritation Facet irritation refers to inflammation in the joints of the neck (cervical) or back (lumbar). Chiropractic: Chiropractic adjustments help restore motion to restricted segments of the…
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Carpal tunnel syndrome usually affects otherwise healthy individuals. Symptoms include numbness and tingling in the hand, accompanied by weakness in gripping. These symptoms are due to compression of the median nerve which travels from the neck, through…
Disc Herniation/”Slipped Disc”/Ruptured Disc A disc herniation occurs when the jelly-like substance from within the intervertebral disc of your spinal column protrudes out the back and side of the spinal column. This protrusion may put pressure on the surrounding nerves…
Hip Flexor/Groin Injuries or Strains Hip flexor (groin) injuries usually refer to a groin pull or hip flexor muscle strain on the inside of the thigh. The adductor muscles can also be pulled or involved. Chiropractic: Chiropractic treatment addresses the…
Iliotibial Band Syndrome The iliotibial band is a superficial thickening of tissue on the outside of the thigh, extending from the outside of the pelvis, over the hip and knee, and inserting just below the knee. Iliotibial band syndrome is…
Bowing of the Legs Genu varum (also called bow-leggedness) is a physical deformity marked by outward bowing of the leg in relation to the thigh, giving the appearance of an archer’s bow. Usually medial angulation of both the femur and…
