Strive Chiropractic Blog
The Link Between Whiplash and Spinal Cord Injuries
Over one million people suffer from whiplash injuries each year. Most of these cases are from the neck being forcibly slammed back and forth in an automobile accident, which is probably the image you have in your head when someone says “whiplash.” But you can get whiplash from other situations where your neck violently jerks…
Three Ways to Naturally Treat Cardiomyopathy
Cardiomyopathy affects as many as 1 in 500 adults living in developed nations. It results in an enlarged heart and reduced blood flow, but there are certain steps you can take to reduce your chances of experiencing the condition and recovering if you already have it. Of course, not all cases of cardiomyopathy are preventable,…
What To Do When Psoas Muscle Stretches Don’t Help
You may have been experiencing pain and difficulty walking. You’ve been told that you have a tight psoas muscle and require certain stretching exercises to release the muscle and restore flexibility. In many cases, this is helpful advice and stretches are effective at loosening your psoas. However, psoas muscle stretches may not always work to…
6 Foam Roller Exercises for Beginners
Have you heard about the benefits of foam rollers? Foam rollers are a popular fitness tool that helps to release knots in muscles and soothe sore muscles. It’s like giving yourself a massage to relieve tight spots that are caused by muscle imbalance, overuse, injuries, and more. Using a foam roller can be a difficult…
Supercharge Your Workouts with This At-Home Tool
How would you like the ability to add an exercise routine to your daily fitness plan that offers a wide range of new and impressive benefits? You can improve your posture, circulation, flexibility, and range of motion. You’ll relieve muscular imbalances and tightness, eliminate lactic acid, and prevent injuries. With this new exercise tool, you…
Stretches to Relieve Pain in the Psoas Muscle
The psoas (pronounced so-az) muscle is located in the pelvic region near the hip, connecting the upper thigh to the lower back. If not properly stretched, it can be blamed for numerous injuries and pain, including back, hip, and leg pain. One of the main functions of the psoas is flexing the hip, so it…