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Treatment for Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome in Augusta GA
Knee pain is a common problem for both athletes and non-athletes. For someone who has not been involved in a traumatic injury, a condition called patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) may be the problem. PFPS goes by several other names, including chondromalacia patella, patellar pain syndrome, and anterior knee pain. What is Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome? Patellofemoral […]
Knee Injury Specialist in Augusta GA
Anyone who has ever experienced knee pain knows how much if affects everything we do, from simple tasks such as sitting and walking, to more complex ones such as completing an obstacle course. Although incredibly complex and sturdy, the knee is more prone to injury than any other bony structure in the body other than the spine. In […]
Immediate Benefits of Chiropractic seen on MRI
In a recent study from the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, Dr. Gregory Cramer, DC, PhD, of the National University of Health Sciences hypothesized that chiropractic adjustments increase gapping between the joints of the vertebrae, which breaks up adhesions and allows the joints to move freely. What does that mean? Better range of motion and improved […]
AMA Recommends Chiropractic Before Resorting to Surgery
The Journal of the American Medical Association and Chiropractic The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) recently published an article regarding back pain, with an intent to educate the public about its causes, symptoms and treatment options. Written by Dr. Dr. Denise M. Goodman, MD., Alison E. Burke, MA., and Dr. Edward H. Livingston, MD., the article suggests patients try […]
Study on Back Pain Shows Increase in Medical Interventions with No Better Outcomes
In a recent blog post, we had reported that back pain was identified by the World Health Organization (WHO) as the leading cause of disability worldwide. Through the eye-opening study commissioned by WHO, we learned that musculoskeletal conditions such as low back pain have a greater impact on the health of the world population (death […]
Treatments for Knee Pain in Augusta GA
The knee has been called the “middle child” of the lower extremities because much of its pain is actually caused by the siblings that surround it, namely the hip and ankle. Poor mobility or instability in either of these of these joints can result in mild to chronic pain in the corresponding knee. For example, Knee […]
Treatment for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome in Augusta GA
Causes of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome The most common cause of thoracic outlet syndrome is pressure on the nerves or blood vessels that go to the arms. Sometimes this pressure is caused by an extra first rib or an old fracture of the clavicle, which makes the space of the thoracic outlet narrower. Blood vessels and […]
Study Shows Chiropractic Better Than Muscle Relaxants for Low Back Pain
A study published in the peer-reviewed scientific journal, “Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics”, compared the effects of chiropractic adjustments to muscle relaxants in a group of patients with sub-acute low back pain. The Study Parameters This study defined sub-acute low back pain as lower back pain with a duration of 2 to 12 […]
Chiropractic and American Paralympic Medalist Allison Jones
Competitive cycling is a sport that taxes the body in a major way. Competitions often last for days, with little time in between courses to recover. Skiing is another competitive sport that requires large amounts of endurance. Now imagine competing in these sports using only one leg! Born without her right femur, Allison Jones is a […]
Ankle Pain and Ankle Injury in Augusta GA
Ankle pain can be caused by something as minor as an ill-fitting shoe or as major as an injury. Many kinds of ankle pain originate on the outer, or lateral, side of the ankle. People with ankle pain often complain about difficulty walking or participating in sports. Some types of ankle pain are constant and […]
An Interview with a Chiropractor at Walter Reed Army Medical Center
Recently featured in The American Chiropractor magazine, Dr. Bill Morgan gave a glimpse into a typical day in the life of a healthcare provider at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC). Below is a short excerpt from Dr. David Dolberg’s experience visiting Dr. Morgan at Walter Reed: I recently had an opportunity to […]
New Study Shows How Chiropractic Saves Patients from Surgery
While back pain has become a very common health condition, surgery is rarely required and even the Mayo Clinic admits that while “back pain is extremely common … surgery often fails to relieve it.” So, what exactly determines whether a patient undergoes spinal surgery? A recent study pointed out by The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP), […]
Are You Looking for Back Pain Treatments in Augusta GA?
Earlier this month we had reported that a global collaborative study performed by the World Health Organization concluded that back pain is the #1 cause of worldwide disability. Since musculoskeletal conditions such as low back pain and neck pain affect more than 1.7 billion people worldwide, chances are you have suffered from back pain as well. Don’t Be a […]
Faster Reaction Times with Chiropractic
For an athlete, reaction times are everything. A person’s ability to react quickly in the heat of a contest could have everything to do with whether or not he or his team wins. And every single second counts. Earlier this year Six-time Olympic champion Usain Bolt was beaten into second place by Justin Gatlin in the 100 […]