Strive Chiropractic Blog
Natural Treatments for a Torn Meniscus and Knee Pain
Torn meniscus and similar injuries are common among athletes and those involved in regular fitness activities. They vary in symptoms and severity and may cause different amounts of pain in each patient. The knee joint is the largest and one of the most complex joints in the body. It must support a lot of weight…
8 Conditions You Didn’t KnowChiropractic Can Help With
When people think of chiropractors, they think of back pain, stiff necks, scoliosis, and whiplash. People don’t realize the extent of services and treatments available at their chiropractic office. If they did, they’d be more apt to visit regularly to treat a myriad of symptoms and conditions. While chiropractors definitely help those with back and…
Benefits and Risks of Cracking Your Neck
Have you ever felt a stiffness in your neck that just demands relief – right now? Maybe you slept wrong or lifted something heavy. Or maybe you just spent too long hunched over your keyboard at your desk. Cracking your neck and other joints is a common habit. Many people crack their knuckles, fingers, backs,…
Debunking Common Back Pain Myths
Back pain is a common problem experienced by over 80 percent of the world’s population. Most people try to mask their pain with over-the-counter pain relievers and simply attempt to live with the pain, which sometimes can be debilitating. Unfortunately, back pain is a serious matter that should be addressed as soon as possible. If…
Stop Heartburn Symptoms and Fix the Problem Naturally
Are you feeling a burning sensation in your chest (heartburn) after eating or late at night? Do you have difficulty swallowing and chest pain? Is there a sensation of a lump in your throat or do you regurgitate food or a sour liquid? You may be experiencing GERD or gastroesophageal reflux disease. GERD is a…
Reducing Diabetic Complications: Foods to Avoid
Diabetes is a chronic condition that interferes with how your body turns food into energy. Normally, food is broken down into sugar, or glucose. This alerts your pancreas to release insulin, which is needed to let the blood sugar into the body’s cells to be used as energy. If you have diabetes, your body either…