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4 12, 2011

Your Self Help Guide for Osteoarthritis; Treatments that Work

By |2011-12-04T16:30:36-05:00December 4th, 2011|Spinal Care Tips|Comments Off on Your Self Help Guide for Osteoarthritis; Treatments that Work

There are many forms of arthritis, and each may have special treatment requirements and long term consequences. Here are some tips for dealing with osteoarthritis: 1.  Get your diagnosis of osteoarthritis confirmed.  The less common rheumatoid arthritis is a more severe condition, and is caused by a person's own immune system attacking their body. 2.  Don't limit treatment to pain relief only.  Try to begin a gentle exercise and stretching program.  Remember that inactivity leads to progression of osteoarthritis! 3.  Eat [...]

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3 10, 2011

Why Chiropractic X-rays? Do Chiropractors Really Need Them?

By |2020-04-09T10:01:11-04:00October 3rd, 2011|Spinal Care Tips|Comments Off on Why Chiropractic X-rays? Do Chiropractors Really Need Them?

Chiropractic X-rays, What You Should Know... Are chiropractic x-rays important? I've been concerned lately by advertisements from a minority of chiropractors and a Greenville chiropractic national franchise who offer care without chiropractic x-rays. The unstated message is that x-rays are not necessary. These advertisements misrepresent the purpose of x-rays in chiropractic. Greenville chiropractors are wise to use chiropractic x-rays as an important safety precaution and diagnostic tool in certain situations. We see many types of patients at Eastside Chiropractic. In reality, not every patient needs [...]

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26 09, 2011

Seeing a Chiropractor Can Reduce Pain and Save Money

By |2020-04-09T09:57:29-04:00September 26th, 2011|Spinal Care Tips|Comments Off on Seeing a Chiropractor Can Reduce Pain and Save Money

Back pain is a huge problem! Here in the U.S., we spend more than $100 billion per year on back pain. Back pain is also the second leading cause of visits to the doctor and hospitalizations. That’s a lot of pain, and a lot of money. The good news is that chiropractic can help reduce pain while saving money! […]

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20 09, 2011

Chiropractic Care vs. Muscle Relaxants for Low Back Pain

By |2020-04-28T12:57:04-04:00September 20th, 2011|Spinal Care Tips|Comments Off on Chiropractic Care vs. Muscle Relaxants for Low Back Pain

My last post explained how chiropractic can help relieve low back pain caused by sacroiliac joint problems. Today, I want to share research showing that chiropractic is effective for treating low back pain, and actually performs better than muscle relaxants, which have been prescribed for decades. This article explains two different studies that found chiropractic care was more effective than muscle relaxants for low back pain. I hope you will take time to read the article so that you can see [...]

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24 08, 2011

3 Treatment Options: Relief Care, Corrective Care, & Wellness Care

By |2020-04-09T09:53:52-04:00August 24th, 2011|Spinal Care Tips|Comments Off on 3 Treatment Options: Relief Care, Corrective Care, & Wellness Care

At Eastside Chiropractic, we provide treatment options so our patients receive customized care on their terms. We explain these treatment options so that patients can pick the option that fits them, and so that patients know what to expect from their treatment plan. Eastside Chiropractic offers 3 main treatment options: relief care, corrective care, and wellness care. Read more about our treatment options, or call us for more information. […]

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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. […]

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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 [...]

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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 [...]

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2 10, 2010

Are you suffering from tension headaches? We specialize in hope!

By |2020-04-28T12:56:32-04:00October 2nd, 2010|Headache, Health Tips, Modern Chiropractic, Spinal Care Tips|Comments Off on Are you suffering from tension headaches? We specialize in hope!

Recent studies have revealed that over 50 million people battle tension headaches on a regular basis with roughly 12 million suffering daily headache pain. Of the 50 million who suffer those "tension headaches", over half are migraines.  What is even more troubling is the fact that 20% of children are regularly suffering from headaches.  Headaches can reduce or destroy productivity both on the job as well as at home.  Headache medications have more adverse reactions and side effects than many realize, [...]

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27 09, 2010

4 Steps To Safe Backpack Use

By |2020-04-23T14:10:38-04:00September 27th, 2010|Spinal Care Tips|Comments Off on 4 Steps To Safe Backpack Use

Backpack Safety Awareness Backpack Safety for Adults and Children Safe backpack use tip #1: Choose Right: Safe Backpacks: Choosing the correct size backpack is the most important step to safe backpack use. Tip: Bring a friend to help you measure your backpack properly. Safe backpack use tip #2: Pack Right: The maximum weight of the loaded backpack should not exceed 15% of your body weight, so pack only what is needed. Tip: If the backpack forces the wearer to bend forward [...]

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