Teen health is a prime time to start healthy habits that your child will hold for the rest of their life. Helping your teen monitor their physical and emotional health is a priceless life skill. While the teen years are…
Oregon is ranked number 1 as the most depressed state in the country. Reports analyzing CDC data claim that 25% of the PNW state’s residents suffer from this affliction. It is no surprise that weather and stress can negatively impact…
Stress can cause both psychological and physical repercussions. Physical discomfort from stress often happens over time. By the time your body sees the impact of stress it is disassociated from the original cause. As stress builds up it begins to…
Cycling to the Chiropractor Many of our clients use alternative transportation to get to their chiropractic appointments. While the 20 bus route drops off in front of the office and the Max Blue Line is within walking distance, many of…
Most young adults don’t expect to suffer from back pain, it is usually associated with people who are much older. However, in your mid twenties to early thirties, it is possible to suddenly start experiencing lower back pain. This kind…
Kinesiology tape, invented by a Japanese chiropractor, has been gaining popularity since the 1980’s but most famously gained sight in the previous summer Olympics. There are now many brands producing similar lines of elastic therapeutic tapes; spider-tape, kinesio tape, rock…
Most of us are pretty conscious of our health. We walk, we jog, ride bikes and some of us run. We try to eat healthy and get regular check ups. But many of us are often doing more harm than…
For people living with chronic pain, summer can feel like a daunting season. However, trying the right activities can actually help with provide some relief. Consider adding a combination of these activities to your schedule this summer: 1. Go…
As computers and desk jobs are becoming more prevalent, many of us find ourselves sitting in the same position, staring at our screen all day long. We may notice neck soreness, lower back pain or even headaches which we often…
Ever catch yourself hunched over your desk? If you’ve been known to slouch, you’ve probably experienced a variety of symptoms associated with slouching without even knowing it. Poor posture causes many serious problems that most people aren’t even aware of….