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What The Heck Is Graston Technique?

June 21, 2021
What The Heck Is Graston Technique?

Graston Technique: No pain, no gain? Medieval torture device or therapeutic healing method? Graston® – also known as IASTM or ‘myofascial scraping’ – feels like a bit of both. It’s an instrument-assisted method of breaking down scar tissue and eliminating muscle adhesions, increasing blood flow and promoting a better healing environment. It’s not exactly the […]

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What Actually Causes ‘Stiffness’?

June 7, 20213
What Actually Causes ‘Stiffness’?

Why do my muscles feel stiff and tight? A patient asked me this question last week, and I didn’t have a nice, concise answer ready to go. And I hate it when that happens, because it’s a simple question, and it seems like there should be an equally simple answer. One thing that’s for sure […]

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Banded Glute Bridges & 3-Way Planks: The Smart DIY Fix For Back Spasms

February 22, 2021
Banded Glute Bridges & 3-Way Planks: The Smart DIY Fix For Back Spasms

Not all musculoskeletal problems are the same! There’s a common assumption that all joint and muscle pain is caused by the same root problems, and therefore should all be able to be treated similarly. Since using a lacrosse ball on the bottom of the feet helps with plantar fasciitis, and using a peanut ball helps […]

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No Meds For Back Pain, Says New American College of Physicians Guidelines

September 8, 2020
No Meds For Back Pain, Says New American College of Physicians Guidelines

Skip the meds – try chiropractic first. Low back pain – one of the top reasons for visits to the doctor’s office – is best treated with alternative, natural therapies, according to updated guidelines from the American College of Physicians. Opioids are one of the most commonly prescribed medications for pain relief. But they’re also […]

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How To Get Rid of Sciatica, Hip & Lower Back Pain with Piriformis Stretches

April 27, 20204
How To Get Rid of Sciatica, Hip & Lower Back Pain with Piriformis Stretches

7 piriformis stretches to relieve sciatica fast! One of the the most common problems I see at Ascent Chiropractic every week is sciatica – low back pain that spreads down to the legs and feet. While there are several potential causes of inflammation of the sciatic nerve, one common cause is something called piriformis syndrome. […]

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How To Fix Tennis Elbow & Golfer’s Elbow

April 20, 202013
How To Fix Tennis Elbow & Golfer’s Elbow

They’re a giant pain in the, well, elbow. And you don’t even have to have ever stepped foot on a tennis court or golf course. Golfer’s and tennis elbow, or medial and lateral epicondylitis, are naggingly painful inflammatory conditions that are named for the repetitive movement patterns and loading of the forearm musculature required by […]

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Should You Use Ice or Heat For That Pain?

February 17, 2020
Should You Use Ice or Heat For That Pain?

When to use ice? When to use heat? From a soothing hot water bottle to a bag of frozen peas, most of us have turned to heat or ice at some point to help relieve pain. But when something hurts, choosing the right one means faster relief of soreness, stiffness, swelling and inflammation, while choosing […]

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Ascent Chiropractic

Chiropractor Brookfield, WI
16620 W Bluemound Rd
Brookfield, WI 53005
Phone: 262-345-4166
Fax: 262-753-6908
info@ascentchiropractic.com

  • Rib Out? How A Chiropractor Can Help Fix A Slipped Rib Jun 20

    Got a rib out? You’re getting out of bed in the morning...

  • Exercise Programming Is Overcomplicated: The Simplified Guide To Workout Routines [Science] Jun 13

    We make exercise too complicated. With all the science that’s been done...

  • 7 Quotes From Experts That Will Change How You Look At Back Pain Jun 6

    Is it time to rethink how we approach back pain? Americans are...

  • What Really Causes Arthritis (And How Do You Prevent It)? May 31

    “Why do I have arthritis?” May is Arthritis Awareness Month, and it’s...

  • Ibuprofen: Blocking Inflammation With Drugs Leads To Chronic Pain [Study] May 23

    Can Ibuprofen put you at risk for chronic pain? A new paradigm-shifting...

  • Skip The Cheap Flip-Flops This Summer: They’re Making Your Foot & Back Pain Worse! May 16

    Why do cheap flip-flops hurt your feet (and your back)? After a...

  • 7 Signs (Beyond Back Pain & Neck Pain) That You Need To See A Chiropractor May 9

    Do you need to see a chiropractor? When you throw your back...

  • Lower Back Pain From Squats? How To Squat Without Hurting Your Back May 2

    How to avoid back pain when squatting! As humans, we tend to...

  • Do You Realize How Smart You Are? Apr 25

    Your body appreciates what you do for it! In a world of...

  • How To Fix Runner’s Knee Pain – WITHOUT Surgery! Apr 18

    Knee pain keeping you sidelined? Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), also called runner’s...

  • The Science On Low Back Pain Is Clear: Drugs And Surgery Should Be Your Last Resort Apr 11

    How do you get rid of back pain? Here’s what the science...

  • How To Fix The 5 Worst Effects of Bad Posture Apr 4

    The best DIY tricks to fix bad posture! If you’ve been slouching...

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