Cowell Chiropractic Blog
Stretching Exercises to Relieve Pain Associated with Degenerative Disk Disease
The vertebrae in your spine are separated by spinal disks that work like cushions to absorb the impact of daily living. As you get older, like everything else in your body, these disks can begin to wear down. For some people, it only causes mild discomfort, but for others, it can be a serious problem. …
The Dangerous, Lesser-known Effects Of Chronic Stress
Who isn’t stressed in today’s modern world? Stress from work, finances, interpersonal relationships…we are all bearing a lot of psychological weight in normal day-to-day life. While stress can seem extremely common, it isn’t always healthy; when stress becomes chronic, we suffer real consequences long-term. At best, the feelings of stress are uncomfortable to bear. At…
The Real Culprit Of Shoulder Pain And Weakness: Shoulder Impingement
Pinching in your shoulder. Shooting, searing pain when reaching overhead. Achiness in your shoulder when carrying a backpack, or even just lying down. There’s never a convenient time for these kinds of symptoms to crop up, is there? If you’re having difficulty reaching up and behind your back without pain or a weak feeling, you…
The Lesser-Known Culprit Of Back Pain: Excess Weight
Did you know that over 16 million adults experience some kind of chronic back pain? It’s a leading cause of missed days of work and can be a real chore to heal for good. Many people experience back pain as an ongoing issue that they simply learn to live with on some level, partially because…
The Lesser-Known Aftermath Of A Concussion– And How To Treat It
Concussion. Head injury. These are heavy diagnoses, and for good reason. Head injuries can cause severe damage– with symptoms varying in severity from nagging headaches and migraines, to permanent mood, personality disorders, and even memory loss. It goes without saying that any injury involving the head should be subject to close scrutiny and swift care.…
Hypermobility And Its Role In Joint Health
Calling all those “double-jointed” people out there! Are you able to push your joints past what is considered a normal range of motion? Or, perhaps dislocate your thumbs at will? While it can be a fun party trick (and an easy way to get a reaction out of anyone a bit squeamish!), this kind of…