When we feel pain in our low back, what’s the first thing many of us tend to think? We need to lie down. We need to sit down. We need…

For many of us, gone are the days where we can clean the house, go for a walk, play with the kids, play with our pets, or, if we’re being…

Bottom Line: Whether you are just driving to work or taking a big family vacation, an unexpected car accident can cause painful injuries that impact you for months and years…

Here’s How to Recover from Whiplash Injuries NaturallyBottom Line: Your spine is a long chain of bones, discs, muscles, and ligaments that extend from your skull down to your tailbone.…

Moving and Feeling Better: Chiropractic Care for Extremities In the intricate universe of our bodies, our joints – shoulders, hips, knees, and elbows – play the pivotal role of maintaining…

Bottom Line: If you can walk away after a car accident without any catastrophic injuries, you should certainly consider yourself lucky. But there is something important we want you to…

Bottom Line:Whiplash is the term used to describe the injuries that occur as a direct result of a forceful, uncontrolled, and rapid back and forth motion of the neck. These…

“Move it or lose it!” I’m not really sure where that started, but it wouldn’t surprise me if the person who originally coined that phrase was a chiropractor… thinking about…

A neighbor of mine once told me “Getting old is not for the faint of heart,” and that’s always stuck with me. After all, haven’t we all had one of…

When patients ask me for advice on how to know if they have a spinal disc problem, there’s a story that comes to mind every time. Not too long ago,…

If searching for natural ways to manage migraines, has you considering chiropractic migraine treatment in Washington, DC, you’re one step closer to lasting relief! Read on to learn how we…

Waterbeds were something else, weren’t they? It’s still crazy to think there was actually a time when so many of us were sleeping on vinyl “mattresses” that were filled with…

You may have more natural headache relief options in Washington, DC than you thought! Read on to learn more about the very real benefits of chiropractic care for headache relief.…

We’ve all seen the “Sitting is the New Smoking” stories circulating online and in the news in recent years. (You may have even seen a story or two talking about…

Ready to learn how to break the stress headache cycle once and for all? Well, if you’re looking for chiropractic care for tension headaches in Washington, DC, you’re off to…

Do you think of yourself as a “glass half-empty or half-full” sort of person? Have you ever had someone tell you to “look on the bright side” or to “turn…

Looking for migraine and tension headache treatment options in Washington, DC that actually work? Step one is understanding different types of headaches, what causes each, and what to look for.…

Bottom Line:When back pain strikes, your first instinct might be to sit down or lie down until your discomfort subsides. But get this. Recent studies strongly suggest that medications and…

Move better, play better. Move better, feel better. Move better, age better. Move better, train better. The list goes on! Is it any wonder there are entire professions like chiropractic…

Bottom Line:Many people think that surgery is the ultimate once-and-for-all “fix” for a problem area of their spine that has been injured. They may believe that the answer to the…

I’ve got one name for you: Michael Jordan. Let’s face it. I may not “be like Mike” when it comes to my athletic talents and my name may not be…

Bottom Line:Yes, it’s true. Low back pain is something that a majority of us – well over 80% of the world’s population – will deal with at some point in…

We’ve made it to the big leagues! Nearly all professional sports teams – baseball, hockey, football, and soccer – now have chiropractors on staff. If you could only see the…

Bottom Line:Have you ever immediately stopped in your tracks or fallen to your knees because of a sudden onset of sciatica pain? Perhaps your low back “locked-up” and pain shot…

“Play hard or go home.” It’s funny how one of my go-to catch-phrases has taken on a new life since my becoming a chiropractor, especially after working with so many…

Bottom Line:Would you be surprised if we told you that low back pain may well be the number one source of disability across the globe? You might. Would you be…

There’s a reason you see so many commercials for “do-it-all” energy drinks like Red Bull and “have-it-all” energy shots like 5-Hour Energy… We are exhausted, people! The mid-afternoon energy crash…

There’s some real wisdom in the saying that goes “a goal without a plan is just a wish.” Have you ever felt like you were working hard and took all…

Understanding the history of Gonstead ChiropracticDr. Clarence Gonstead spent his childhood learning how to take apart and rebuild items on his family’s farm. This natural love for understanding how things…

Bottom Line:Most orthopedic practices have a specialist for your foot, a specialist for your back, a specialist for your hip, and a specialist for your knee. Based on the number…

Bottom Line:The average person walks over 100,000 miles in a lifetime! Every step places stress and strain on your foot and ankle. Most ankle injuries occur in the soft tissue,…

Bottom Line:Knee pain can be debilitating. Getting up and down stairs, long walks, and even getting around the house can be difficult when your knees hurt. The cause of knee…

Bottom Line:You don’t need to be John McEnroe to feel the pain of tennis elbow. Actually, 95% of people who suffer from lateral epicondylitis, or tennis elbow, don’t even play…

Bottom Line:Carpal Tunnel Syndrome affects the wrist and hands. It can cause pain and numbness which makes work difficult. You probably know someone who has undergone surgery to “correct” carpal…

Bottom Line:You’re busy and you’re stressed out. Well, you’re not alone. These are two of the most common reasons people give for not exercising consistently. Ironically, these are the two…

Bottom Line:If you have a sweet tooth, you know it can be difficult to avoid sugary foods like pastries, candy, or even soda. Which sugary food is your weakness? Researchers…

Bottom Line:The spring season not only starts to bring warm weather- but for over 20% of people, it also brings allergies! Are allergies a sign of a weak immune system?…

Bottom Line:So you’ve got back pain. It’s altered your life, changed your daily activities, curbed your exercise, and maybe even made you a bit irritable. Now what? Well, it’s important…

Bottom Line:Our bodies are designed to move! Many of us however, are trapped commuting to work or spending long hours at a desk staring at a computer screen. For all…

Bottom Line:Nothing can slow you down faster than a bad back. It can be difficult to exercise, play sports, or even get to the grocery store when your back hurts.…

Bottom Line:Believe it or not, getting sick is a body signal that your immune system is working! Yes, you read that correctly. Every single day you encounter bacteria that could…

Bottom Line:Snowstorms, wind that cuts right through your coat, and a lack of available sunlight. Ah, the joys of winter! For many of us, winter means more time indoors, and…

Bottom Line:Are you overwhelmed by stress? Well, you’re not alone. Studies show over 54% of people are concerned with the amount of stress in their daily life. Many of us…

Bottom Line:Getting enough sleep can be difficult around the holidays. Well, let’s get real- many of us don’t have the best sleeping patterns to begin with, and the holidays can…

Bottom Line:The best way to feel more energized? Stay active! Top research journals have shown that moderate exercise can increase your energy. A simple 10-15 minute walk can get your…