Massage Therapy for Back Pain "I have only had the opportunity to visit once, that said I went not knowing what to expect. I've had two lower back surgeries and still have intense pain so I booked a trigger point massage session. The therapist, Dianna, was able to give me relief where drugs, yoga, and...Continue reading
Category: Massage Therapy
Local Chiropractor Gives Answers About Spinal Decompression Treatment
Spinal Decompression, a treatment offered by our chiropractor, Dr. Neil, at Superior Spine Care, is a non-surgical, non-pharmaceutical treatment for bulging and herniated discs. It works equally well on both cervical (neck) and lumbar (low back) conditions. Some conditions that are helped by decompression include sciatica (pain down the leg) and cervical radiculopathy (pain down...Continue reading
April is Stress Awareness Month: De-stress with Massage Therapy
Everyone feels stressed from time to time, however, if left unmanaged stress can cause serious health problems. Chronic and unmanaged stress can cause anxiety, depression, high blood pressure, tight muscles, lowered immune system and more serious, heart disease. Research has shown that massage therapy is effective for stress relief by helping both the mind and...Continue reading
What’s the Best Treatment for Whiplash; Chiropractor or Physical Therapy?
You’ve been rear-ended by another vehicle. Perhaps you had immediate pain, or the pain in your neck started gradually and has been getting worse. You may have tried ice, ibuprofen, or a stronger medication from the Emergency Room, Urgent Care, or your family doctor. But the neck pain is persisting. Some friends have suggested seeing a...Continue reading
Avoid MSDs With Ergonomics
Doctors of chiropractic, like our own Dr. Neil, are trained in proper body mechanics and assessing for improper body positioning and motion. By using this body mechanic knowledge of bringing the body to neutral positions for work, Dr. Neil educates on how to avoid WMSD, or Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders, like carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis, rotator...Continue reading
Myofascial Release: Effective Treatment for Pain & Discomfort
DID YOU KNOW??? Myofascial release involves a gentle form of stretching and compression. Also referred to as “soft tissue mobilization” or “MFR,” this special therapy releases the restrictions in injured fascia. Fascia is the dense, tough tissue that surrounds and covers the body’s organs, muscles and bones. Normally, the fascia is relaxed and soft and...Continue reading
Prevent Summer Injuries
Summer is exciting. Vacations are happening, trips to the lake are a regular occurrence, and you are packing in as much swim time as possible. But with all these good times and physical activities, there is the potential for injuries – both major and minor. Muscle Flexibility & Strength Reduce Risk of Injury Injuries come about...Continue reading
Where to Get Your Sports Physicals
PRE-PARTICIPATION SPORTS PHYSICALS Whether you’re a parent of a North Olmsted Eagle, Olmsted Falls Bulldog, North Ridgeville Ranger, Westlake Demon, Avon Eagle, Avon Lake Shoreman or any of the western Cleveland suburb fine athletic departments, you likely need to get a physical for your child before they can start their athletic season. With the upcoming...Continue reading