![Know The Facts: Chiropractic Nearly As Effective As Surgery For Sciatica [Research]](https://ascentchiropractic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Thoracic-Pain-1024x682-1024x682.jpg)
The debilitating condition known as sciatica is the result of compression or irritation on the major nerve that originates in the low back and supplies each leg with innervation. This nerve interference …
![Can Chiropractic Really Help Ear Infections? [Research]](https://ascentchiropractic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/shutterstock_270746975.jpg)
Otitis media, more commonly known as ear infections, are one of the top reasons for children’s visits to the doctor. Due to the overuse of antibiotics for this condition, however, the rate of antibiotic-resistant infections has …
After months inside, it’s easy to disregard spinal health when you finally head out to the garden. The best preparation for safe summer gardening is a body properly conditioned and supported by exercise, good posture, and chiropractic care all year …
Kids are spending more time now than ever before sitting in front of computer screens as they work on homework, check social media, surf the internet and watch videos on YouTube. However, all that computer usage …
One of the greatest rewards of serving the Brookfield, New Berlin & Wauwatosa communities at Ascent Chiropractic is seeing our pediatric patients grow and develop into healthy, optimally-functioning kids. Ascent Chiropractic was opened with the goal …
At Ascent Chiropractic we frequently use chiropractic manipulation to treat patients’ lumbar spine conditions. Many studies have shown that lumbar spine adjustments are one of the most effective treatment …
We believe that nutrition plays a vital role for a complete lifetime of health and wellness, which also incorporates chiropractic care, fitness and the food choices you make for you and your family. Chiropractic …
For decades, chiropractic therapy, also called spinal manipulation, has been considered an “alternative” treatment for back pain. But as Dr. Oz explains in the video above, recent research has shown that chiropractic can be even …
![Myofascial Pain Syndrome: What You Need To Know About Chiropractic Treatment [Research]](https://ascentchiropractic.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/blog-fibromialgia.jpg)
Myofascial tissue is the layer of tissue that surrounds and separates the layers of muscle in your body. Pain in these layers of tissue is caused by concentrated areas of hypersensitivity (trigger points) that can develop …
Whiplash is the term applied to injuries where the neck is rapidly jolted into flexion and then extension, creating a whip-like movement. Whiplash is most commonly seen in people involved in auto accidents, but it can …
![Sciatica Study: Choosing Microdiskectomy Surgery or Chiropractic? [Results Inside]](https://ascentchiropractic.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/banner_reporte-1.jpg)
Sciatica is a catch-all term that generally refers to a sharp, burning pain radiating from the lower back down the leg resulting from irritation to the sciatic nerve. In many cases, the …
Tennis elbow, medically known as lateral epicondylitis, happens if the muscles and tendons in the forearm are pushed to their limits. Sufferers from this condition will have discomfort on the outside of the upper forearm (just …
Back pain is second only to upper-respiratory infections as most common medical reason for visits to the doctor’s office.
The good news is that over …
Most people have heard of whiplash, a medical complaint caused when one’s neck is rapidly flexed and then overextended. While the majority of whiplash sufferers will find that their pain resolves with conservative …
The Wisconsin DOT reported nearly 120,000 Wisconsin auto accidents in 2013, and unfortunately two thirds of these car accidents resulted in some type of injury to the drivers and passengers. Even a minor …
