Wellness LibraryChiropractic and Wellness Articles
Practical guidance from San Francisco chiropractor Dr. Katherine McCarty on back and neck pain, posture, pregnancy, family care, and everyday movement.
Quick Links:Tech Neck and Poor Posture: What Helps and When to Get Care
A practical guide to tech neck, desk posture, simple exercises, warning signs, and chiropractic care from San Francisco chiropractor Dr. Katherine McCarty.
Drug Advertising: What to Consider
Research all information given to you, and question any sounding authority. Know where the information is coming from, and if it has been approved by an agency you are familiar with.
Origin of The Pinched Nerve
When a bone is misaligned, it will widen the intervertebral foramen on one side of the spine, where the nerve exits, and tighten the foramen on the opposite side. Each intervertebral foramen has a nerve exiting it, as well as transverse ligaments, blood vessels, and lymphatics. So even the smallest misalignment can cause local irritation, inflammation, and impingement on that nerve’s ability to do its job.
Pain Management: What are We Waiting For?
Chiropractic allows the body to heal by getting it to move properly, and taking pressure off of our nervous system, allowing the body to heal without adverse side effects.
The Universal Truth about Stress
How stress manifests into bodily pain and dysfunction, and is treated with chiropractic adjustments and holistic approach to healthcare.
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