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The Frozen Shoulder Syndrome

What is a Frozen Shoulder? Frozen Shoulder Syndrome or FSS is a painful and debilitating shoulder condition characterized by very limited arm movement and severe pain at the slightest move. Affecting more women than men, it can be confused with cervical radiculitis, rotator cuff strain and bursitis or tendonitis. True FSS will always have inflammation and scar tissue formation of the joint capsule. While patients who suffer from FSS usually have a prior injury to the shoulder, the cause is...

Posted on May 12, 2017

Chiropractic for Headaches and Migraine

Spinal Manipulation for Headaches? Did you know that 9 out of 10 Americans suffer from headaches, from occasional to persistent , dull to debilitating pain and nausea. While a small percentage of headaches have a serious underlying cause for which medical attention is required, for the majority of types, a myriad of measures are available to the sufferer. Have you ever tried bringing your headache issues to a chiropractor? Spinal manipulation provided by chiropractic professionals have been shown in studies...

Posted on April 3, 2017

Can Chiropractic Lower High Blood Pressure?

Spinal Manipulation and High Blood Pressure Back in 2007, there was a report from the University of Chicago Hypertension Center about a placebo-controlled trial that claimed a special chiropractic adjustment can significantly lower high blood pressure. The technique had the effect of two antihypertensive drugs and that there were no adverse reactions observed. The study involved 25 patients with early-stage high blood pressure who were not on their medications during the 8-week trial. It was a double blind comparative study...

Posted on March 16, 2017

Lower Back Pain? No Drugs First: Chiropractic in Lynnwood

Recommending Non-Drugs for Lower Back Pain The American College of Physicians recommends, that instead of medications or surgery for low back pain of any etiology, the use of spinal manipulation or any non-invasive and non-drug therapy is a more appropriate and a safer alternative. This is based on an updated clinical practice guideline that the same body previously issued in 2007. Jointly, the ACP and the American Pain Society issued three recommendations as guidelines to all practitioners who treat patients...

Posted on February 10, 2017

Ergonomic Principles from Chiropractic in Lynnwood

Redesigning Your Workspace to Beat Back Pain Hunching your shoulders, craning your neck, and sloughing on your chair are some of the normal things you do while sitting, working at your workstation. However, doing all these consistently in an 8-hour workshift are bad, very bad, for your neck and back. Your slight discomfort at the start can turn into a painful ordeal even when you’re back home resting. It’s time to think ergonomics! Look at your workstation and examine it....

Posted on January 9, 2017

Prevention Tips for Back Pain from Chiropractic in Lynnwood

Tips to Prevent Back Pain Maintain a healthy diet and watch your weight. Stick to a balance diet and avoid excesses. Keeping yourself trim and fit will not put that extra weight on your shoulders, neck, arms, back and legs. Remain active and don’t be sedentary. Avoid extended inactivity or bed rest. Have an exercise routine that works for you and stick to it. In case you may already have back pain, consult with your chiropractic doctor so that he...

Posted on December 23, 2016

Avoid Back Pain This Winter!

The winter season can be harsh here in Lynnwood, especially in the northern Washington. The cold, wet, Washington weather has us all fighting to stay warm. However, as you struggle against Jack Frost, don’t forget to look out for the health of your back. It's easy to be careless and slip on ice or hurt your back tensing up to keep balance while you walk. It also may be that, you're enjoying winter sports with more potential to hurt your...

Posted on December 9, 2016

Hot or Cold?

Many people come to our Lynnwood chiropractic clinic with this question: should I apply ice to my back pain, or heat? The answer is not as simple as choosing one or the other. Indeed, strange as it may be, both heat and cold have their benefits to many varieties of pain, and both of them can be used to relieve your back injuries. Some people may take ice baths to prevent and relieve pain and inflammation. Some people may take...

Posted on November 23, 2016

Your Cell Phone vs. Your Neck

There are more compact devices that are coming out. Consumers are using their smart mobile devices such as smartphones, tablets, hand-held game consoles, etc. People are spending a lot more time on their phone nowadays since the features have increased. You're now able to shop, control your house appliances, video chat, read an copy of your newspaper or book, etc. It’s a great way to stay connected on the go, but it’s not exactly doing your neck a favor. Our...

Posted on November 8, 2016

Exercises to Avoid After Back Pain

Are you recovering from a back injury? This winter will be a cold winter. Be careful to wear slip-proof footwear and keep an eye out for any risks. If so, it’s a good idea to get into an exercise routine in order to strengthen your back muscles and avoid any further pain in the future. However, it’s also important to choose your exercises carefully. Some exercise may delay the recovery process or even cause further damage. After you receive back...

Posted on October 21, 2016