CBD or Cannabidiol is an oil derived from the hemp plant, or Cannibis sativa. It has been the subject of a lot of excitement recently related to its role in the treatment of various medical conditions. While the oil also… Read More »CBD for Chronic Pain
When people are struggling with back pain, I often get asked if there are any exercises that can strengthen the back. Unfortunately, I also hear that finding time to exercise can be difficult. While I usually recommend a comprehensive stretching… Read More »The Single Best Exercise for Your Spine
As a Chiropractor in Norwalk, CT, I see a lot of patients with back pain. Sometimes, figuring out the cause is easy. If you lift a load of bricks, and your back starts to hurt, you can safely assume that… Read More »Can your back get hurt without really doing anything?
I personally see the value of chiropractic care every day. For instance, say I see someone that has been in pain for a few weeks or months. I adjust their spine a few times, and if their back starts to… Read More »Does Chiropractic Work?
I talk a lot about posture with my patients. Part of those discussions is often an attempt to locate some issues in an individual’s life that are promoting poor posture. Looking at where we spend the most prolonged time in… Read More »Laptops and Posture
When we think about our ribs, if we ever do, we tend to picture them in front of our body, covering our heart and lungs. However, they also attach to our spines in our backs. this means there are joints… Read More »Can a Rib Get Stuck Out of Place?
I recently had an experience in which a close family member was involved in a rear-end car accident. Luckily, I was able to take care of her immediately, and keep the damage to a minimum. But, she had many questions… Read More »Whiplash
I see this phenomenon frequently in my office. When the weather gets cold or rainy, patients start to come in wondering if the bad weather has made their back pain worse. We have all heard stories of a relative who… Read More »Can Cold Weather Cause Back Pain?
As anyone who plays sports or exercises knows, some degree of pain and injury come with an active life. There is normal muscle soreness after exertion that lets you know your muscles are growing and strengthening. However, pushing ourselves too… Read More »Chiropractic and Sports Injuries
Back pain is a common complaint at work, especially as many jobs are performed exclusively in front of a computer. Sitting posture is a very important component of limiting that pain, but alternative sitting arrangements have also become popular in recent… Read More »Should you use a standing desk?