Do you wake up and have lower back pain? Many people experience back pain first thing in the morning, especially when moving from lying down to standing. Stiffness in the morning is usually because of decreased blood flow while sleeping, and symptoms usually subside after moving around. However, some people experience morning back pain more…… Continue Reading
The end of the year means flu season, and with the pandemic still ongoing in our communities, it’s more important than ever to make sure you know how to take care of yourself as well as your family. If you’re looking for more natural remedies to help boost your immune system, chiropractic care can help!…… Continue Reading
Does your back hurt after a long day of sitting at the office? Do you take breaks throughout the day to stretch your back and relieve tension? Taking a few short breaks during the day can help dissolve the built-up tension in your back!… Continue Reading
When we think of spraining ligaments or joints we usually think of the ankle or wrist. However, most neck and back pain is actually a sign of a sprain injury to one or more spinal discs. Whether this occurs from an injury or trauma, the result is weakness in the disc’s annular fibers, causing it…… Continue Reading
From Dr. Gessert: From time to time I meet members of the community who are just as excited about helping people as I am. They’re knowledgeable in their field and do a great job at helping people to change their life. On occasion I invite these folks to share vital health information. At Pivotal, we…… Continue Reading
Do you suffer from frequent lower back pain? Do you notice pain more after you’ve just finished a tough workout? Are you worried that the exercises themselves or poor form while working out are contributing to your lower back pain? Many nerves run through your spine, so lower back pain can actually lead to leg…… Continue Reading
Did you know back pain is one of the most common reasons people go to the doctor or miss work? It’s also a leading cause of disability worldwide. Back pain can be acute (short-term) or chronic (long-term). It can either feel like a sudden, sharp pain, or a dull, constant ache. While acute back pain…… Continue Reading
Spring is underway, and with warmer weather comes more time spent outdoors running, hiking, cycling, or starting a landscaping project. These activities are great ways to spend more time with family and get some fresh air, but they also come with risk of injury. Whether you’ve pulled a muscle or done more damage, being laid…… Continue Reading
According to the World Health Organization, roughly 50% of the global population is affected by headaches and headache type disorders. Among these individuals, 30% reported migraines. Additionally, headaches that last 15 days or more per month affect 1.7-4% of the world’s adult population. Do you suffer from headaches or migraines? Does the pain keep you…… Continue Reading
Have you or someone you know been in a serious car accident? The average driver will be in a car crash once every 18 years, and though the risk of death is low, the odds are high that one of these accidents will result in whiplash or other bodily injury. Even a minor fender bender…… Continue Reading
