Category: Chiropractic
How to Relieve Headaches and Neck Strain from Holiday Stress
The holidays are a great time of year to spend with family and friends, but for many, they are also a source of stress. It’s no surprise that headaches and neck strain are common during the holiday season. A combination... Read More
Laser Treatment for Peripheral Neuropathy
The term "neuropathy" refers to nerve injury. It can result from a number of different medical problems, but diabetes is the most common cause. Neuropathy arises as a result of impaired blood circulation, which reduces the delivery of nutrients and... Read More
Why You Should be Seen by a Chiropractor after an Auto Accident
Unfortunately, auto accidents are a common occurrence in Colorado and often result in injuries for those involved. If you have been in a car crash, the impact you experienced has the potential to negatively affect your body. One of the... Read More
5 Huge Health Benefits of Deep Tissue Massage
Studies show that massage benefits people of all ages, both manual therapy and deep tissue. As for deciding between the two, it all depends on what your body needs at the moment. Dr. Ammon Jacobson of Smith Chiropractic in Colorado Springs... Read More
Chiropractic Care for Headaches Backed By Research
Headaches happen because of pressure, specifically on nerves, blood vessels and muscles. This pressure causes swelling, tightness or other forms of aggravation that translate into a headache. Pressure can be triggered by stress, lack of sleep, poor posture, vision issues,... Read More
How Chiropractors Accurately Diagnose the Cause of Your Sciatica
In order to effectively treat sciatica, not only does the diagnosis have to be accurate, your doctor needs to identify what part of your body is triggering it. There are many causes, all of them compressing nerves one way or... Read More
Take Advantage of the McKenzie Method at Smith Chiropractic in Colorado Springs
The McKenzie Method is designed to assess and treat extremity and spinal pain. Developed over 30 years ago by Robin McKenzie, a New Zealand Physiotherapist, this method is now used around the globe and has a ton of research backing... Read More
7 Signs You May Have Whiplash & Why to Visit a Chiropractor After an Auto Accident
Whiplash is the result of an abrupt back and forth jerking motion. This sudden movement can cause tears to the muscles and tendons in your neck, triggering pain and discomfort. The most common cause of whiplash is being in an auto... Read More
Spinal Decompression for Herniated Discs
Back pain is considered one of the most common ailments that bring new patients into chiropractors. This pain can result from several issues; however, it is mostly attributed to musculoskeletal irregularities and injuries such as herniated discs. Research shows that approximately... Read More
Natural Neck Pain Relief with Chiropractic
Do you experience discomfort, stiffness, or pain in your neck? Neck pain affects up to 70% of people in the United States and continues to be a prevalent issue due to sedentary and technology-driven lifestyles. While the neck typically weighs... Read More
