Everything You Need to Know About Acupuncture for Headaches and Migraines
Approximately 70% of the American population has at least one headache each year, making it one of the most common reasons for someone to schedule a doctor’s visit. Headache pain can be debilitating, making it difficult to work, go to school, do household chores or enjoy your favorite hobbies. Fortunately, you don’t have to suffer […]
What Is a Meniscus Tear (and How Can I Treat It)?
The knee has several parts, including bones, tendons, ligaments and cartilage. All of them work together to make sure the knee functions well enough for walking, running, jumping, sitting and standing. Two C-shaped pieces of cartilage known as the medial and lateral menisci have the important job of absorbing shock between the shinbone and the […]
Knee Pain: 5 Common Treatments for Knee Osteoarthritis
Without your joints, you wouldn’t be able to walk, stretch, bend over or perform most of the movements you do each day. Unfortunately, about 25% of American adults have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis, a condition that causes the joints to break down over time. As osteoarthritis worsens, it can lead to joint pain, stiffness and […]
What Is Spinal Decompression?
Nearly 80% of people experience back pain at some point in their lives. Some individuals may experience only fleeting pain but for others, the condition can result in lost wages, costly medical bills and a reduced ability to participate in regular activities. However, safe, effective treatments — such as spinal decompression therapy — can relieve […]