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Why Is the Gonstead System Considered the "Gold Standard"?

Did you know the Gonstead System of chiropractic was developed by a chiropractor with a background in mechanical engineering? It remains the core of effective chiropractic treatment today.

Aug 5th, 2025

Why Is Ergonomics Important?

While ergonomics is defined as the study of the human body at work, you don’t need to be on the job to benefit. Any activity, chore, or task can benefit from consideration of how it affects your comfort, efficiency, and function.

Jul 2nd, 2025

5 Ways to Relieve Your Chronic Joint Pain

Overcoming the effects of joint pain requires a commitment. Here are five ways to find relief. Keep reading to learn more.

Jun 4th, 2025

What to Do if You're Concerned About Physical Therapy Pain

As with any exercise, physical exertion, or sports participation, there’s often discomfort and soreness after a PT workout. Some consider this “good” pain a sign that their efforts are producing results.

May 8th, 2025

5 Common Myths About Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a proven treatment often used to reduce discomfort and pain. However, there are myths and misconceptions surrounding the procedure. Keep reading to learn more.

Apr 2nd, 2025

How Sports Massages May Help Your Performance

Comfort, endurance, and recovery time are performance factors that keep you in and on top of your game. Learn how sports massage can help. 

Mar 10th, 2025

Knee Pain Recovery: Understanding the Four Phases of Care

Knee pain is common. Recovery from knee pain requires four phases of care: palliative, restorative, strengthening, and wellness. Read on to learn more.

Feb 3rd, 2025

How Poor Posture Can Lead to Muscle Strain and Joint Pain

When your body isn’t in proper alignment, it must work harder to support itself. Ligaments, muscles, and tendons become prone to overload, and the bones bear more weight. This all leads to joint pain.

Jan 10th, 2025

5 Benefits of Incorporating Massage Into Your Wellness Routine

Mixing massage and chiropractic is a great way to boost the benefits of each. Both address the health of your musculoskeletal system, providing a wide range of wellness enhancements.

Dec 16th, 2024

Can Physical Therapy Help Resolve My Recurrent Sciatica for Good?

Sciatica refers to the collection of symptoms resulting from compression of the sciatic nerve. When you experience recurrent episodes, physical therapy can help you break the pain cycle while also improving your mobility.

Nov 4th, 2024

Chiropractic Techniques for Neck Pain

Your neck is a common place for discomfort or pain. Many neck injuries are due to soft tissue damage and skeletal imbalances, making chiropractic treatment an effective solution. Keep reading to learn more!

Oct 9th, 2024

 Breaking Down the Gonstead Technique and Its Benefits

Chiropractic treatment restores balance to the musculoskeletal system. This blog explores the analytical and structured Gonstead technique. Keep reading to learn more!

Sep 16th, 2024

Can Arthritis Be Treated Without Medication?

Any condition that causes damage to joints is called arthritis. Drug-free therapies can help you reduce or eliminate the need for pain medications. Keep reading to learn more.

Aug 2nd, 2024

3 Reasons Why You Keep Getting Low Back Pain

Your spine is the primary support system of your upper body. When chronic back pain develops, it can be constant or intermittent. Keep reading to learn why you are getting low back pain.

Jul 25th, 2024

4 Ways Ergonomics Can Improve Your Workspace

Ergonomics studies the effects of work on the human body with the goal of preventing workplace injuries and lost time. It’s an important part of health and safety on the job. Keep reading to learn more.

Jun 19th, 2024

Why Should I Choose a Chiropractor for Massage Therapy?

There’s plenty of common ground between chiropractic treatments and massage therapy. Both are noninvasive, hands-on ways to treat musculoskeletal conditions. Combining them offers a powerful pain-relieving boost. 

May 21st, 2024

When to Worry About Nagging Knee Pain

Knee pain is common. Occasional problems might arise from injury or overuse, while chronic, nagging knee pain may point to a more serious issue. Keep reading to learn more. 

Apr 17th, 2024

5 Causes of Joint Pain — And How to Treat Them

Your joints are the workhorses of the body. Overuse can occasionally put anyone in pain. Read on to learn the most common causes of joint pain.

Mar 2nd, 2024

Tips for Maximizing Your Chiropractic Care

Quality chiropractic treatments have a lasting impact on your overall well-being. Want to know how you can get the most out of your visits to the chiropractor? Check out these tips for maximizing your chiropractic care.

Feb 9th, 2024

Ask Your Physical Therapist These Questions

Are you getting the most out of your physical therapy program? This blog post suggests several questions to ask your physical therapist to become more involved in your recovery. Keep reading to learn more.

Jan 19th, 2024

How Smart Diet Choices Can Aid Your Physical Therapy Sessions

Physical therapy (PT) improves recovery after an injury. Not only does it support faster healing, but PT exercises help prevent future injuries. You can make your PT even more effective by supporting it with smart diet choices.

Dec 12th, 2023

I've Never Been to a Chiropractor — What Should I Expect?

While many people see a chiropractor in response to back or neck pain, chiropractic treatment also sets up your body for overall wellness. If you’ve never experienced chiropractic care, here’s what to expect.

Nov 14th, 2023

4 Benefits of Massage Therapy if You're an Athlete

Sports participation adds the motion your body needs to thrive. When you work hard on the field or in the training room, your efforts take a toll on your body. Massage therapy helps you recover faster and improves performance.

Oct 9th, 2023

How Ergonomics Can Make Your Workplace Safer

Studying how the human body interacts with the objects around you is called ergonomics. Typically applied to systems within a workplace, applying ergonomics often leads to safety improvements.

Sep 1st, 2023

How Do Trigger Points Develop and How Can They Be Treated?

Many people know them as muscle knots. Myofascial trigger points often present as hard lumps of tissue. Your chiropractor has several treatment options to break up trigger points. Read on to learn more.

Aug 7th, 2023

Why Is the Gonstead System Known as the Gold Standard?

Many people think of chiropractors as general specialists in musculoskeletal systems. But today, there are a wide range of techniques and approaches. That said, the Gonstead system remains chiropractic’s gold standard. 

Jul 2nd, 2023

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Migraines: How Are They Linked?

Rheumatoid arthritis and migraines may seem worlds apart, but an invisible thread links these two conditions. Delve into the complex interplay between inflammation and neurological responses that intertwines these health issues.

Jul 1st, 2023

4 Common Sports Injuries and How to Treat Them

When it comes to staying active, playing sports is a great option. Nothing beats the sense of accomplishment, winning or beating your best. However, there are also sports injuries. Read on to learn more.

Jun 1st, 2023

The Worst Sleeping Position for Neck Pain

Did you know that neck pain is often due to your sleeping position? Read on to learn the worst sleeping position for neck pain and other factors that could be making it worse.

May 1st, 2023

4 Surprising Benefits of an Ergonomic Workplace

Ergonomics is more than just a workplace buzzword. As the study of how the physical demands of jobs affect the human body, ergonomics drives health, productivity, and cost savings, benefiting both workers and employers.

Apr 3rd, 2023

3 Lifestyle Habits to Adopt for Arthritis in Your Knees

While there’s no cure for most forms of arthritis, you can slow its progression and minimize your symptoms. Medical treatment is just the beginning. A few easy lifestyle changes can make a significant difference.

Mar 6th, 2023

How Physical Rehabilitation Can Help Your Recovery Post Back Injury

Physical rehabilitation is a medical process to restore function to your body after an injury. Though it can include physical therapy, physical rehabilitation encompasses so much more. An effective plan considers both the patient and the injury.

Feb 8th, 2023

How the FAKTR Approach Can Treat Your Headaches

Headaches happen for a range of reasons, sometimes making treatment difficult. Some people benefit from a multi-faceted approach called functional and kinetic treatment with rehab (FAKTR), which includes coordinated forms of soft tissue therapy.

Jan 1st, 2023

Improve Your Posture and Improve Your Life: How We Can Help

It’s easy to dismiss minor aches and pains as part of getting older, but when you have chronically poor posture, you may be living with unnecessary discomfort. Visit our team to reset and rebalance your body.

Dec 16th, 2022

9 Common Ergonomics Mistakes Made While Working From Home

Working from home provides improved work/life balance for many people. However, it’s possible that your at-home office is causing a pain in the neck or lower back. Ergonomic failures remain common in improvised offices.

Nov 1st, 2022

Why the Gonstead System Is the Leader in Chiropractic Techniques

Chiropractic care doesn’t consist of a single approach. There are seven general approaches and hundreds of variations practiced with great success around the world. The Gonstead system focuses on restored disc alignment.

Oct 1st, 2022

Is Back Pain Inevitable As I Age?

Are you dreading growing older because of age-related problems like back pain? Your chances of having these issues may increase with each passing year, but that doesn’t mean they’re inevitable. Keep reading to learn more.

Sep 1st, 2022

How a Sports Massage Goes Beyond Relaxation

Massage can be relaxing or therapeutic, targeting your needs at the moment. Though the goals of sports massage vary, they tend to go beyond relaxation to enable recovery and improved performance. Read on to learn more.

Aug 1st, 2022

What Is Active Release Techniques® (ART) and Will It Work for You?

Hands-on therapy for soft tissue is effective and proven, whether it’s chiropractic, massage, myofascial release, or another procedure. Add Active Release Techniques® to the list, a soft tissue manipulation therapy providing great results.

Jul 1st, 2022

Surprising Benefits of Acupuncture

An alternative treatment with many versatile applications, acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine procedure with centuries of success. Its benefits remain surprising to this day. Read on to learn more.

Jun 1st, 2022

If You Suffer From Chronic Migraines, Chiropractic Care Could Be the Answer

Migraines are a stubborn neurological issue that can disrupt your life. While chiropractic care isn’t a primary treatment for migraines, many patients find relief with regular adjustments. Read on to learn more.

May 4th, 2022

Excessive Sitting Could Be Contributing to Your Back Pain

If you experience back pain, you won’t be surprised to know it’s the leading cause of disability around the world. Do you sit for long hours? It might be contributing. Read on to learn more.

Apr 8th, 2022

Why Should I See a Chiropractor for My Sports Injury?

Sports injuries are no fun. A chiropractor can treat your sports injury and help you prevent injuries in the future, whether it’s an overuse problem or an injury from an accident. Read on to learn more.

Mar 16th, 2022