May 10, 20211
Back Pain
April 19, 2021
Inversion table therapy: does it work?
Stay up late enough watching TV and you’ll no doubt catch them: late-night infomercials advertising tables that lock your ankles in, flip you upside down and promise to alleviate chronic lower back pain, poor …
December 14, 20201
Cortisone Shots: The good, the bad and the ugly.
Cortisone has been one of the most commonly-prescribed treatments for joint and tendon injuries, as well as for the pain caused by osteoarthritis, since it was developed in the 1940’s. It’s …
November 23, 20201
A big wallet can cause big back problems!
When it comes to your wallet, size matters. In fact, carrying a thick wallet in your back pocket can cause just as much trouble for your spine and pelvis as walking around …
November 9, 20207
Mainstream medicine has failed people with low back pain.
Low back pain is one of the top reasons people seek medical care in the US – it’s certainly the most common reason patients seek us out at Ascent Chiropractic – …
October 19, 20201
Full disclosure: This post was 100% my wife’s idea.
With many women now in the full swing of working from their kitchen tables and couches, there’s been much talk among the fairer sex about the new lack of requirement to …
August 10, 2020
Let’s get the facts straight about back pain!
Despite billions being spent, and millions of patients being prescribed opiates or surgery every year, back pain remains the world’s leading cause of disability. However, much of what people think is common …
July 20, 20201
Not just pain relief – it’s pain prevention!
Most patients at Ascent Chiropractic only make that first call when their back pain or neck pain is at a place where it’s seriously affecting their daily lives. They’re usually under the …
January 14, 2019
Got back pain?
And if so, have you been told that your back pain is being caused by an annular tear to the spinal discs? You’re not alone – studies have shown that the prevalence of disk bulges in the …
December 17, 20183
The Case For Chiropractic!
If you’ve recently visited a medical doctor for low back pain, research says you definitely want to consider seeing a chiropractor as well.…
December 10, 20188
Diclofenac vs. Chiropractic Care For Back Pain
Researchers from Spine Journal recently concluded a ground-breaking study that showed astounding results when comparing chiropractic adjustments against Diclofenac, one of the most popular and commonly-prescribed anti-inflammatory medications available.…
October 9, 20181
Does sitting on an exercise ball actually do anything?
About a decade ago, the Swiss ball (the giant inflatable rubber stability balls you’ll find in any well-equipped gym) moved from fitness centers to the office in a big way. Desk …
September 10, 201813
Backpack Misuse in Children Can Lead to Chronic Back Pain
With the new school year starting last week for Brookfield students, it’s a good time to talk about backpacks and the disturbing back pain trend that’s emerging among U.S. kids.…
June 25, 20181
Tylenol & Back Pain
The 160 million Americans who suffer from low back pain every year, especially those whose go-to for relief is acetominophen (aka Tylenol/Paracetamol), might be surprised to find out that the medications they’re taking are causing more …
February 19, 20186
Are Spinal Injections Worth The Risks?
Did you know that recent research says that spinal injections can dramatically increase your risk of a vertebral fracture?
The scary part? Over the past decade, epidural steroid injections have exploded in popularity, with …
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