Resources - Page 3 of 10 - Chiropractor Jonesboro AICA

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Dec 15, 2021

How to Get Rid of a Crick in Your Neck

There is a certain type of neck pain commonly referred to as a “crick in the neck.” Some people may find this hard to describe, but almost everyone can call to mind what the feeling is, as it differs from chronic or regular neck pain. More stiff and uncomfortable than…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Dec 8, 2021

Herniated Disc vs. Bulging Disc

You may have heard people suffering from back pain refer to a variety of problems with their discs- herniated, ruptured, bulging, slipped, and feel confused about all the things that can go wrong with this important part of the spine. While it’s true that the discs are subject to multiple…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Nov 10, 2021

Who Is Liable for an Accident with a Borrowed Car?

We’ve all borrowed a car from a friend or family member before- yours may be in the shop, or maybe theirs is a better size for something you need to buy. You’re probably extra careful and aware you’re being trusted with something extremely valuable, but accidents can still happen. So…

Back Pain, Spine Care | Nov 10, 2021

Spondylosis, Spondylitis, and Spondylolisthesis

Dealing with issues of the lower spine can be painful enough without trying to learn all the technical terms for your condition. These three conditions - spondylosis, spondylitis, and spondylolisthesis – may sound overwhelming at first, but understanding the differences can be important in determining your next steps for back…

Shoulder Pain | Nov 5, 2021

3 Most Common Shoulder Injuries in Tennis Players

Tennis is a popular racket sport among athletes and amateurs looking to stay active and fit. However, repetitive movements needed to complete successful serves and backhand swings can lead to shoulder pain and even injury. If you have suffered a shoulder injury while playing tennis, then visit a shoulder pain…

General | Nov 2, 2021

8 Questions to Ask When You First Meet with an Orthopedic Surgeon

Visiting any doctor for the first time can be overwhelming, confusing, or even scary- and when that doctor is a surgeon, this is even more true. One thing that can help is going into your appointment with a list of questions so that you don’t forget anything important while feeling…

Accident Recovery | Oct 20, 2021

Bowel and Bladder Issues After an Accident? A Chiropractor Can Help!

There are many reasons why you might experience some gastrointestinal issues after a car accident. Whether you are experiencing pain in your bowel and bladder, digestion issues, or incontinence, a car accident chiropractor can help. Visit your chiropractor in Jonesboro if you were in a car accident and get thoroughly…

Health and Wellness | Oct 15, 2021

Is an Inactive Lifestyle Contributing to Your Neck Pain?

Do you have a watch that buzzes to remind you to get up and move around? Or have you ever been watching multiple episodes of a tv show and you get a “Are you still watching?” pop-up? These types of reminders are built into things we use every day to…

Health and Wellness | Oct 10, 2021

Top 10 Tips for Maintaining Good Orthopedic Health

When you think about being in good health, you might think of regular exercise or a heart-healthy diet. But do you think about what it means to be in good orthopedic health? Keeping your cholesterol low and your heart healthy are just two of many aspects of a healthy lifestyle.…

Back Pain | Sep 26, 2021

Best Exercises to Reduce Back Pain

When you’re in pain, exercise may sound like the last thing you want to do. Whether you suffer from chronic pain or are experiencing back pain after a car accident, it may be hard to think about moving even more. But regular, safe movement is actually a critical part of…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery, Knee Pain | Sep 15, 2021

Why Physical Therapy May Be More Effective Than Knee Surgery

Our knees help us travel and move through the day, going from sitting to standing and walking to running. When you experience knee pain or suffer a knee injury, it can impact your quality of life. Chronic knee pain or a knee injury can affect how you move and keep…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Sep 12, 2021

What to Do About TMJ Pain After an Accident

You’ve probably heard of whiplash. It’s the injury that occurs due to sudden back and forth movement, often during a car crash. Most of us associate whiplash with injury to the neck, which is most common, but did you know it can also impact your jaw? This injury can often…

Whiplash, Work Injuries | Aug 26, 2021

Can I Exercise While I Have Whiplash?

Being involved in a car accident can cause a lot of physical trauma to your body, even if it didn’t cause that much damage to your vehicle. While you may be able to drive your car around until you get it fixed, you don’t want to keep going about life…

Imaging, Injury Recovery | Aug 19, 2021

What to Expect from an MRI with Contrast

If you were recently injured, your doctor may want to run some diagnostic imaging tests to get a clearer picture of the damage to your internal structures. An MRI is one type of diagnostic imaging scan that helps support a diagnosis and monitor your progress in treatment. Your doctor may…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Aug 12, 2021

Top 5 Car Accident Statistics

Chances are you pass by a car accident every time you are on the road. Whether it is a small fender-bender or a multi-car wreck, car accidents happen every minute of every day. Nobody wants to get into a car accident, but they happen much more often than many people…

Nerve Injuries, Neurology | Aug 5, 2021

Spine Surgeon vs Neurosurgeon vs Orthopedic Spine Surgeon

When it comes to getting the quality and comprehensive care you need, you want to meet with the most appropriate doctor for your injury or health condition. Spinal injuries and conditions require specialized treatment and care. If you are in need of surgery for a spinal injury or condition, then…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Jul 23, 2021

How to Take Care of Yourself after a Car Accident

Did you recently get in a car accident? Are you overwhelmed with the stress of managing your pain, dealing with an injury, scheduling car repairs, and talking with insurance companies? The entire experience of dealing with the aftermath of a car accident can be incredibly stressful whether or not you…

Accident Prevention | Jul 16, 2021

Treating Lower Back Pain after a Car Accident

When most people think of car accident injuries, they imagine scrapes, bruises, broken bones, and even issues with the head and neck. However, lower back pain is also just as common of an injury after a car accident. You may not recognize right away that the lower back pain you…

Physiotherapy | Jul 9, 2021

How to Strengthen Hamstrings to Recover from and Reduce Injury

Unfortunately, the hamstring is a commonly strained area of the body, and it can be extremely painful. While the injury is especially linked to sports injuries, it can occur for a number of reasons, sometimes with seemingly little reason or as a result of repetitive use instead of a single…

Shoulder Pain | Jul 1, 2021

Best Options for Dealing with Frozen Shoulder

If you have started to notice pain and stiffness in your shoulder that won’t go away, then you might be struggling with a condition called frozen shoulder. The shoulder joint actually has the greatest range of motion compared to all the other joints in the body, so when pain and…