23 08, 2012

What’s My Diagnosis? Common Conditions I See in Chiropractic Practice

By |2020-04-09T11:19:54-04:00August 23rd, 2012|FAQs|Comments Off on What’s My Diagnosis? Common Conditions I See in Chiropractic Practice

Like medical doctors and doctors of osteopathic medicine, chiropractors are primary care providers. Primary care providers examine patients, analyze the results of tests and studies, diagnose and treat  health conditions, and provide advice about preventive health care. Chiropractic care, as defined by the South Carolina Board of Chiropractic Examiners, is a conservative, non-surgical method of care based on the premise that the body is capable of achieving and maintaining health through its own innate recuperative powers, provided that it receives the [...]

18 02, 2011

How to Improve Posture Right Now: 4 Easy Suggestions

By |2020-05-06T09:12:05-04:00February 18th, 2011|FAQs, Spinal Care Tips|Comments Off on How to Improve Posture Right Now: 4 Easy Suggestions

Our posture is the window to our spine's health.  The stereotypical admonition by the moms of America to their children to "sit up straight!" rings true!  The more we give in to the relentless forces of gravity, the more apt we are to suffer the effects of degenerative joint disease as we age.  Following are four suggestions about how to improve posture. Put both feet on the floor. Sitting or standing with your legs crossed twists your bones and can cause [...]

10 01, 2011

7 Spinal Care Tips

By |2020-04-08T14:15:20-04:00January 10th, 2011|Spinal Care Tips|Comments Off on 7 Spinal Care Tips

Spinal Care Tips: It's something most of us do every day, and the way we do it makes a big difference for our spines. We're talking about getting in and out of vehicles. Here are some spinal care tips to help you care for your spine when you are riding in the car: Spinal Care Tip #1: Back Care in Vehicles Sit on the edge of the seat when getting in, then swing both legs together, pivoting on an axis. Do [...]