6 10, 2014

HIATAL HERNIA and GERD; Purple Pill Alternatives?

By |2020-04-10T13:05:14-04:00October 6th, 2014|Back Pain, Health Tips, Most Talked About|Comments Off on HIATAL HERNIA and GERD; Purple Pill Alternatives?

Hiatal Hernia Syndrome; scary sounding words for sure! You suffer from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and the "purple pill" is part of your life. You may not have considered going to your chiropractor to get relief from this all too common condition.  At our chiropractor in Greenville SC, Eastside Chiropractic, we see many patients who have been dealing with hiatal hernia syndrome and GERD, – some for a very long time. The interesting reality with these patients is that they rarely come in with their stomach [...]

9 09, 2014

Cold Laser Therapy Greenville SC

By |2020-04-09T15:27:09-04:00September 9th, 2014|Back Pain, Endurance Sports, Most Talked About|Comments Off on Cold Laser Therapy Greenville SC

There's a lot of "buzz" in the Greenville SC health and sports medicine community about cold laser, which has gained attention due to its ability to speed the healing of damaged nerves, muscles, and joints. Cold Laser Therapy Low Level Laser Therapy or "photobiomodulation", is the use of specific wavelengths of light (red and near infrared) to create therapeutic effects. These effects include faster healing time, pain reduction, increased circulation and decreased swelling. The use of the word "cold" in the name [...]

22 05, 2014

An Answer to Ever-Increasing Spine Care Costs: Chiropractic

By |2020-04-09T15:09:48-04:00May 22nd, 2014|Chiropractic, Most Talked About, News and Events|Comments Off on An Answer to Ever-Increasing Spine Care Costs: Chiropractic

It is clear to anyone concerned about fixing the problems facing the U.S. health care system that chiropractic physicians, with their conservative approach to pain relief and health improvement, are an important part of the solution. Chiropractic physicians are the highest rated healthcare practitioners for low-back pain treatment—treating nearly 27 million Americans annually—and are rated above physical therapists, specialist physicians/MDs (neurosurgeons, neurologists, orthopedic surgeons) and primary care physicians/MDs (family or internal medicine) in patient satisfaction. This is not surprising when you [...]

16 10, 2013

Reviews? Dr. David Nigh O.D. reviews his chiropractor

By |2020-04-28T13:02:18-04:00October 16th, 2013|Chiropractic, Most Talked About|Comments Off on Reviews? Dr. David Nigh O.D. reviews his chiropractor

Greenville South Carolina is one of the most popular relocation destinations in the country, and many new movers come to the area without any healthcare contacts, relying upon reviews from other people on the internet.  As a result, I consistently encounter patients who are new to our community.  One of the most impactful ways to discover a new health-care provider is a personal referral from friends or family. If you are new to Greenville, please consider my Better Business Bureau A+ rating, [...]

7 06, 2013

What Difference Does It Make? The Point of The Joint …

By |2020-07-27T16:23:57-04:00June 7th, 2013|Chiropractic, Health Tips, Most Talked About|Comments Off on What Difference Does It Make? The Point of The Joint …

No X-rays? No appointments? No hidden fees?  Perhaps you've seen billboards and slogans... The point of the joint Let's talk about what you can expect at Eastside Chiropractic PA (and most chiropractic offices): Each new patient receives a thorough examination to rule out any medical red flags. If there is something of a more serious nature found, the proper imaging study/test will be ordered or the correct referral will be made. Patients are seen at times that are patient-friendly (as early as [...]

18 05, 2012

The Joint at the Point of your Spine: Get Relief from Tailbone Pain (Coccydynia)

By |2020-04-09T11:07:50-04:00May 18th, 2012|Most Talked About, Spinal Care Tips|Comments Off on The Joint at the Point of your Spine: Get Relief from Tailbone Pain (Coccydynia)

The Joint at the point of your spine is known as the coccyx. A condition that commonly appears in a chiropractic office is pain around the "tailbone" officially known as coccydynia.  Mary Smith (not her real name) came to Eastside Chiropractic experiencing extreme pain at the tailbone, especially when she moved from sitting to standing, or sat on a hard surface like her kitchen chair. Mary had already been to her primary care doctor. He had given her a donut shaped cushion [...]

14 12, 2011

Accident Attorney? Should I Find An Attorney After My Wreck?

By |2020-04-09T10:11:40-04:00December 14th, 2011|Health Tips, Most Talked About, News and Events, Spinal Care Tips|Comments Off on Accident Attorney? Should I Find An Attorney After My Wreck?

ACCIDENT ATTORNEY? Why Does It Matter… As a chiropractor, I see many automobile accident victims. Some of my patients have been in minor collisions, where there is little damage to their vehicle. Others have had their automobile declared a total loss by an insurance claims adjuster.  Many automobile accident victims wonder if they need an accident attorney.  In my opinion, the reality of the modern insurance system requires the help of an [...]

7 04, 2011

3rd Trimester Pregnancy: 4 Health Tips

By |2020-04-09T09:36:19-04:00April 7th, 2011|Most Talked About, Spinal Care Tips|Comments Off on 3rd Trimester Pregnancy: 4 Health Tips

Springtime has arrived and Greenville seems to be having a baby boom! When I reflect upon my 30 years as a chiropractor, I think that Eastside Chiropractic is seeing women during pregnancy more than ever. We’re glad to see pregnant patients because we know that chiropractic adjustments help you adjust to pregnancy! Today, I’d like to offer 4 health tips for women in the 3rd trimester of pregnancy. […]