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Nearly every patient who has come to see me has had an acute flare of low back pain at some point in their lives. Many of them often wonder what triggered it, so that they can avoid it in the future. Well, a study on that exact question was published back in 2015.  This study...

A new study published by The Lancet earlier this month has already been making some waves. The purpose of the study was to look at the effectiveness of walking as a preventative exercise for low back pain. The research showed that a progressive walking program was able to cut the incidence of recurrent low back pain...

The US department of Health and Human Services recognizes the month of May as Physical Fitness and Sports Month. This annual event has taken place since 1983, and this year's focus is on the positive impact that physical activity can have on mental health. Their offical statment is as follows:"The Office of Disease Prevention and Health...

Maintaining good balance is crucial for everyday activities, from walking and standing to more complex movements like climbing stairs or playing sports. However, many people overlook the importance of balance until they experience issues. Poor balance can have significant impacts on your health and well-being, affecting your ability to perform daily tasks and even increasing...

In the realm of health and wellness, understanding the body's proportions can offer profound insights into overall well-being. One such metric that has garnered attention is the waist to hip ratio (WHR), a simple yet powerful indicator of health risks that have been shown to be related to muscle and joint pain. What is the...

With winter setting in, it is important to review a couple of things to keep you injury free and out of pain! The first is proper snow shoveling form. You can read a few tips on how to protect your back while clearing your walk and driveways here.  The second is how to minimize your risk...

For the month of October, the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion is raising awareness about the importance of getting young people active through participation in youth sports.  A couple of things that they highlight that I found particularly helpful were sport specific considerations in regards to saftety and injuries, as well as info...

This September, the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion is raising awareness about healthy aging. The main focuses of the campaign are two-fold. One is centered around getting people in aging populations to hit well-established goals for activity on a week to week basis. The other is to get them to build healthier eating...

I happened upon this article that discussed a recent study that found that performing daily bouts of 1-2 minutes of vigorous exercise was related to a reduction in risk for all types of cancer.  Check it out here to find out more. One thing they don't mention in the article is what "vigorous" exercise really...

Gardening is a rewarding and therapeutic activity that allows individuals to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of their surroundings. However, the repetitive movements and prolonged periods of bending and lifting involved in gardening can lead to pain and injury if proper ergonomics are not practiced. As an expert chiropractor, I understand the importance...