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Understanding Cervical Spinal Stenosis and Its Implications
Understanding Cervical Spinal Stenosis and Its Implications Cervical spinal stenosis (CSS) is a medical condition characterized by the narrowing of the spaces within the spinal column, specifically those through which the spinal cord and nerves pass. This narrowing can have significant consequences, and as one ages, the likelihood of developing CSS increases. In fact, it affects approximately 6.8% of adults over the age of 50 and rises to 9% for those over 70. While some individuals with CSS may remain asymptomatic, the situation can take a sudden turn when a neck injury occurs, potentially compressing, constricting, or injuring the spinal...
Pickleball-Related Injuries and Chiropractic
chiropractic Pickelball sports injuries
Due to the similarity of physical movements involved in pickleball and tennis, frequent pickleball players may also be at an increased risk for a condition known as lateral epicondylitis, commonly referred to as tennis elbow. This painful condition arises when the tendons attached to the elbow become overloaded.
What is good posture? And why it's so important...
"Good posture can be successfully acquired only when the entire mechanism of the body is under control." Good posture is about more than standing up straight so you can look your best. It is an important part of your long-term health. Making sure that you hold your body the right way, whether you are moving or still, can prevent pain, injuries, and other health problems. What is posture? Posture is how you hold your body. There are two types:Dynamic posture is how you hold yourself when you are moving, like when you are walking, running, or bending over to pick...
Getting It Straight - Improve Your Posture for Better Health
"I want to get old gracefully. I want to have good posture. I want to be healthy and be an example to my children." - Sting, singer Sit up straight! This common request may have been how you first heard about posture, the way you hold your body. Posture isn’t just about how you look. How you position yourself can help or hurt your health over your lifetime. “Posture is not only about how well you sit, but how well you move and go about your daily life,” says Dr. George Salem, an NIH-funded researcher at the University of Southern...
What is Ergonomics?
How we hold and move our bodies every day, even while doing something as simple as sitting at a desk or standing in place, can have an impact on our posture. Check out some general ergonomic tips to help reduce the chance of pain and injuries.