By: Dr. Dean Lombardo
What is chiropractic? Chiropractic care centers around the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of the neuro-musculoskeletal system disorders. Chiropractic focuses on the relationship between structure (movement of the spine) and function (coordinated by the nervous system and how this relationship affects health).
The primary lesion addressed in chiropractic is intersegmental dysfunction within the spinal column.
By: Marie Serrado
Both pregnancy and childbirth can take a toll on a woman’s body, especially for first-time
mothers. Carrying a baby, picking up toys, to even doing laundry can be a physically demanding
experience, but physical therapy can help play a key role in helping moms regain their strength
and mobility.
By: Marie Serrado
As we age, it is natural to experience a decline in mobility, function, and overall quality of life. However, physical therapy becomes a vital component of seniors’ lives, as it empowers them to overcome challenges and obstacles associated with aging. This blog will explore the wide-ranging benefits of physical therapy for older adults.
Sciatica is a term used for when the sciatic nerve that runs down the back of the leg is irritated. When this nerve is inflamed it can cause pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling. It can make it hard to perform daily activities and keep you from enjoying life. It is a common misconception that when one has these symptoms that it is actually coming from the leg.
April, also known as Move More Month by the American Heart Association, is an opportunity to study personal habits and work to incorporate additional daily activity.
According to the AHA, most adults spend the majority of their waking hours at work and find themselves with little time or energy left at the end of the day to exercise or get moving.
A speech therapist can help you with speech, language, and swallowing. They provide speech therapy to children and adults who may have speech or language disorders. Speech therapists, commonly known as speech-language pathologists (SLPs), are highly educated, trained, and experienced professionals. They often work as a team to help patients overcome a wide range of difficulties.
Chances are that you or someone you know has been affected by diabetes. Diabetes is becoming an increasingly common condition. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an estimated 30.3 million people in the United States, or 9.4% of the population, are living with diabetes. While it is generally a long-term condition,
In 2014, over 2 million Americans were reported as being addicted to prescription pain medication. On top of that, almost 50,000 people actually die annually from an opioid overdose. In fact, in 2019 drug overdose was a leading cause of injury-related death in the United States. Each year, the opioid death rate just grows higher.
Damage to peripheral nerves that interferes with vital connections from the brain, distorting and interrupting messages to the body.
Nerves that are outside the brain and spinal column. The damage to the peripheral nerves can be from inflammation,