26 07, 2012

Greenville’s Low Level Laser Therapy: Olympic Pain Relief at the Speed of Light

By |2020-04-09T11:16:35-04:00July 26th, 2012|News and Events|Comments Off on Greenville’s Low Level Laser Therapy: Olympic Pain Relief at the Speed of Light

Many Olympians, professional sports teams and endurance athletes have experienced the difference that Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) provides. Laser Therapy has been shown to accelerate pain relief and tissue healing in numerous studies and has been cleared by the FDA for use in clinical practices. I have recently added deep tissue laser therapy to our service offerings at Eastside Chiropractic in Greenville. Studies have revealed that deep tissue laser therapy stimulates internal healing and improves recovery. Our [...]

29 06, 2012

Considering Back Surgery? University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Recommends Chiropractic Care First

By |2020-04-28T12:57:43-04:00June 29th, 2012|Back Pain, News and Events|Comments Off on Considering Back Surgery? University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Recommends Chiropractic Care First

Who would have imagined this 30 years ago—a leading medical college requiring their patients see a chiropractor before having back surgery? But that's exactly what's happening at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC). In order to increase success and minimize costs in the treatment of chronic low back pain, the UPMC Health Plan now includes a set of revolutionary guidelines for managing back pain. As of January 1, 2012, UPMC is pioneering a far-reaching initiative focused on the treatment of chronic back pain. [...]

15 05, 2012

George Hincapie talks about Greenville SC, Chiropractic, and USPro Race 2012

By |2020-04-28T13:04:41-04:00May 15th, 2012|archive|Comments Off on George Hincapie talks about Greenville SC, Chiropractic, and USPro Race 2012

2012 marks the final time the USPRO cycling road race championship will be held in Greenville, SC. I recently had the opportunity to visit with our local cycling legend George Hincapie before he left Greenville for the Amgen Tour of California. Watch the short video below for George Hincapie's perspective on Chiropractic through the 20+ years that we have worked together and his thoughts about this final USPro race in Greenville. You'll find out why George comes to Eastside Chiropractic for chiropractic treatments when he [...]

3 05, 2012

Spinal Decompression

By |2020-04-09T10:59:08-04:00May 3rd, 2012|Spinal Care Tips|Comments Off on Spinal Decompression

Spinal Decompression – New Hope for Sciatica! Spinal Decompression – A new hope? Sometimes lower back pain occurs only in the area of your belt line. At other times it can radiate pain down a leg. This distinction is important as the former, lower back pain only, is often less complicated and carries a more favorable outlook for complete recovery. In fact, when we examine new patients a large part the checkup [...]

30 04, 2012

Is Fibromyalgia a Life Sentence for Pain?

By |2020-04-09T10:52:45-04:00April 30th, 2012|Spinal Care Tips|Comments Off on Is Fibromyalgia a Life Sentence for Pain?

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that impacts every aspect of life for those who suffer from it. The diagnosis of fibromyalgia is often given to people with chronic widespread pain when doctors cannot identify a specific condition or cause such as tissue damage. As a result, fibromyalgia remains elusive and confusing. Since people don't know what causes it, some think it is a physical illness while others assume it is a purely psychological condition. This of course begs the question: What [...]

19 04, 2012

Van Halen in Greenville, SC for August 10 Concert

By |2020-04-09T10:50:12-04:00April 19th, 2012|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Van Halen in Greenville, SC for August 10 Concert

A GreenvilleOnline.com story reported today that Van Halen, the iconic rockers of the '80's have added an additional 18 concerts to their 2012 North American tour. The BI-LO Center in Greenville will welcome Eddie, Wolfgang, Alex and David here for a second time.  The first Van Halen concert at the BI-LO Center featured a lineup which included frontman Sammy Hagar, so the David Lee Roth iteration for 2012 is a first for our town. My first concert experience with Van Halen was in [...]

18 04, 2012

Kinesio Tape for Posture and Injury Recovery

By |2020-04-28T12:59:18-04:00April 18th, 2012|FAQs|Comments Off on Kinesio Tape for Posture and Injury Recovery

We've had lots of interest in a new compliment to the care that we offer here at Eastside Chiropractic in Greenville, SC.  So today, I'm talking about kinesio tape therapy. What is kinesio tape therapy? Kinesio tape therapy uses a special kind of tape for help with shoulder injuries, mid back pain, rounded shoulders, neck pain, postoperative rehabilitation, and muscle imbalances. At Eastside Chiropractic, we frequently use the tape for therapeutic support of the mid back and shoulder muscles.  It helps to [...]

2 03, 2012

Prevent Insomnia! 12 Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep

By |2020-04-09T10:22:07-04:00March 2nd, 2012|Spinal Care Tips|Comments Off on Prevent Insomnia! 12 Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep

Many people don’t realize how important proper sleep is for their health. With today’s hectic lifestyles, our society is sleeping less in order to work more. Research studies have shown that depriving the sleep your body needs decreases the quality of your life, and can decrease your longevity.  Inadequate sleep can disrupt hormonal balance and accelerate aging. Inadequate sleep also increases the onset and severity of Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, [...]

23 12, 2011

Santa Claus Is Coming To Greenville SC! Dr. Mruz Helps Out

By |2020-04-09T10:22:11-04:00December 23rd, 2011|archive|Comments Off on Santa Claus Is Coming To Greenville SC! Dr. Mruz Helps Out

Santa Claus is Coming to Greenville! Every year, Santa Claus sets out to bring joy to every little girl and boy.  One thing is for certain, Santa can't come down with a back ache on Christmas eve!  Unfortunately, Santa Claus has a few things working against him every year. Consider first his age.  He's way older than the oldest grandparents we know and this is enough of a reason for some people to have aches and pains. What about his activity [...]