Benefits of Corrective Postural Braces for Addressing ‘Hunch’ Posture
Many of our patients come to Dr. Ward looking for treatments to correct the forward hunch that often comes from sitting at a desk or a computer in the office. Specifically, we’ve been asked about the benefits of corrective pastoral braces for this condition, and Dr. Ward discuss this in his video today on the blog.
What Do Chiropractors Work On? – 6 Ways We Help You Feel Better
Most people have a general idea of what a chiropractor does – providing adjustments to keep the spine in proper alignment. However, this is not the only benefit of chiropractic care. Here are 6 ways you can get help from a chiropractor. Spinal Alignment – This is the most common activity performed by chiropractors. Adjustments […]
How to Prevent Hiking Injuries
In autumn a lot of people like to go out to enjoy the fall colors and the foliage by taking some scenic hikes in the area. On his blog today, Dr. Ward gives his tips and advice on helping to prevent injuries from these hikes, so everybody can have an enjoyable day, pain and injury free.
We Appreciate the Kind Words from Our Patients
At Ward Chiropractic and Rehabilition we strive to provide great customer service in addition to alleviating our patients’ pain. We were glad to help this patient’s back problems and appreciate the feedback. “Great doctor and staff. Solved my back problems pretty quickly. Kevin has a great bedside manner and there’s virtually no waiting time to see him. […]
The Spinal Impacts of Cheerleading: Keeping Your Back Healthy
Cheerleading is the most popular female sport. Unfortunately, it also ranks as second highest in the nation for severe injuries in sports, with only American football surpassing it. In fact, over 65% of all catastrophic injuries in young people happen as a result of cheerleading. With some of these injuries being even more harmful than […]
Case Study: Pregnant with Low Back Pain and Breech Baby
Julie, 32, presented to Ward Chiropractic and Rehabilitation 35 weeks pregnant with her second child. She was referred to by her OBGYN for low back pain and Webster technique. A recent ultrasound demonstrated that her baby was in breech (head up) position. Her low back pain made it difficult for her walk, bend and sleep without pain. Julie was […]
Ergonomics of a College Dorm Room
With students going back to school for the fall semester, it is time to think about how college life will affect your spine. Here are some things to consider when setting up your college dorm room and preparing for the fall semester in general so that you can avoid back problems. Balancing Desk Height – The […]
Wrestling and Neck Pain: How to Get Back to the Mat ASAP
Neck pain is a common side effect of wrestling. There are a number of reasons that this sport can lead to issues with the neck, especially since repetitive pressure is placed on this part of the spine by one’s opponent, even when in a neutral position. How else does wrestling contribute to neck pain and […]
4 Ways to Reduce the Risk of Horseback Riding Injuries
Horseback riding is a fun activity that many people enjoy as a relaxing hobby or as a serious sport. However, it is important to keep in mind that this activity comes along with many inherent dangers including spine, rib, joint pain. What are some of the most common horseback riding injuries and how can you avoid them? […]
3 Things You Can Do to Help Prevent Repetitive Strain Injuries
A repetitive strain injury occurs when you move your body in the same motion over and over again. One of the places we do this most is at work, especially in an office environment. With that in mind, we’re going to look at 3 things you can do to help prevent repetitive strain injuries. #1 […]
