How Can You Minimize Pain at Your Office Job?

December 19, 2022
Proper Sitting Position for working on a computer

The human body is infamously not designed to spend 9 hours at a desk daily. You’ll be acutely aware of this if you work in an office job. Read on to learn how short breaks, good posture, and sound chiropractic care principles can help minimize pain while you’re at work in an office. 1. Ask…

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How To Correct Your Posture

November 7, 2022
Posture Correction When you think about the term ‘posture’ most people think about sitting up straight in their chair (just reading this may have caused you to sit up a little straighter) or boarding school where girls practice walking with books balanced on their head. What is Posture Correction? What Is Posture? Posture Correction Posture Correction The reality is that posture is the position in which we hold our bodies while standing, sitting or lying down. Good posture is, as you can imagine, the correct alignment of the bones. Your head rests over your spine which sits directly over your pelvis which sits directly over your knees and ankles. This alignment allows for proper weight distribution, the way nature intended. Poor posture is just the opposite. Poor posture distorts the alignment of these bones throwing off the weight distribution of the body. Why Is Good Posture Important Good posture helps us to stand, sit, walk and lie in positions that place the least amount of strain on supporting muscles and ligaments. Good posture allows the muscles to work much more efficiently, which in turns allows the body to use less energy and therefore helps to prevent muscle fatigue, muscle strain, and muscle pain. Good posture also reduces the stress on the ligaments holding the spinal joints together thus minimizing the likelihood of injury. Consequences Of Bad Posture Poor posture can be caused by a number of factors such as stress, obesity, decreased flexibility, poor work environment, and unhealthy sitting and standing habits. Poor posture can create a number of issues within the body. The most immediate problem with poor posture is that it creates chronic muscle tension as the weight of the head and upper body must be supported by the muscles instead of the bones. Poor posture contributes to stressful conditions such as loss of vital lung capacity, increased fatigue, reduced blood and oxygen to the brain, limited range of motion, a stiffness of joints, pain syndromes, reduced mental alertness, and decreased productivity at work. There are a number of conditions that can either cause or be caused by bad posture these include the following: Sciatica Scoliosis Upper Back Sciatica Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in your body. It runs from your pelvis, through your hip area and buttocks and down each leg. The sciatic nerve branches into smaller nerves as it travels down the legs providing feeling to your thighs, legs, and feet as well as controlling many of the muscles in your lower legs. Sciatica is actually a sign that you have an underlying problem putting pressure on a nerve in your lower back. The most common cause of this nerve compression is a bulging or herniated lumbar disc. Sciatica may be accompanied by numbness, tingling, and muscle weakness in the affected leg. This pain can vary widely, from a mild ache to a sharp, burning sensation or excruciating discomfort. Sometimes it may feel like a jolt or electric shock. Sciatic pain often starts gradually and intensifies over time. It’s likely to be worse when you sit, cough or sneeze. The vast majority of the time, sciatic pain can be relieved through a combination of stretches, deep tissue massage and chiropractic care. Scoliosis Scoliosis is a sideways curve of the spine that causes stiffness and pain. The vertebrae can rotate at the thoracic level of the spine causing this curve and resulting in a hump near the rib cage. If the curve is more than 60 degrees it is considered serious. Usually, this curve makes the waist or shoulders uneven. Scoliosis can be treated in various ways to help alleviate pain and restore normal functionality. Chiropractic care can help improve this condition. We look at your overall health examining your spine as well as other factors of your lifestyle. Regardless of the treatment used, physical therapy may be added to scoliosis treatment to increase muscle strength and mobility. Upper Back Most people do not realize how much they move their neck during the day until they are unable to do so. We associate the neck and upper back together, because most of the muscles that are associated with the neck either attach to or are located in, the upper back. Most neck and upper back pain are caused by a combination of factors, including injury, poor posture, chiropractic subluxations, stress, and in some instances, disc problems. Chiropractic Care To Improve Posture Correcting bad posture and the physical problems that result can be accomplished in two ways. The first is by eliminating as much “bad” stress from your body as possible. Bad stress includes all the factors, habits, or stressors that cause your body to deviate from your structural center. Bad stress can result from a poorly adjusted workstation at work, from not having your seat adjusted correctly in your car, or even from carrying too much weight around in a heavy purse or backpack. The second is by applying “good” stress on the body in an effort to move your posture back toward your center of balance. This is accomplished through a series of exercises, stretches, adjustments, and changes to your physical environment, all designed to help correct your posture. Getting your body back to its center of balance by improving your posture is critically important to improving how you feel. DON’T LIVE WITH PAIN! Start Your Journey To A Better You Today!

Does your body feel stiff and tight? If so, it may be due to your spinal curves. Chiropractic care can help you relieve symptoms of pain, but there are also several lifestyle changes you can make to correct your sitting and standing positions. The Importance of Good Posture Your spine has three natural curves that…

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5 Benefits of Auto Accident Chiropractic Care

August 31, 2022

Car accidents often have long-lasting consequences. It’s a painful and frustrating time. You might be confined to your bedroom, and you’re wondering when you’ll get to rejoin the world. If you follow our suggestion, that time will come sooner than you think. This advice from the team at Corrective Chiropractic explains how auto accident chiropractic…

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How We Can Help Your Back Pain

July 18, 2022

Have you been dealing with chronic back pain? Are you tired of dealing with that hindrance in your daily activities? If so, the team at Corrective Chiropractic can help you deal with that problem! Your back pain can be eliminated through chiropractic in a non-invasive way. Below are some facts about chiropractics that will help…

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After A Car Accident Injury: When to Ask for Help

September 14, 2020
Raleigh Chiropractor Helps Eliminate Neck Pain In Locals

You got into a fender bender. It was an inconvenience, but you didn’t think much of it. Your car came out of the experience with a few scratches, but you didn’t have so much as a bruise. Fast-forward a few weeks – or even months. You are feeling a dull, unshakable soreness – and it…

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Raleigh Back Pain Issues Helped With Chiropractic Therapy

August 2, 2020

When faced with back pain, one option for help is offered by a Raleigh chiropractor. The doctor of chiropractic is a well trained health professional who understands spinal alignment is related to one’s health and well being. The chiropractic doctor provides help without use of pills or surgery. Chiropractic care pays close attention to one’s…

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Raleigh Chiropractor Helps Pregnant Women Find Relief From Lower Back Pain

July 5, 2020
About half of all pregnant women experience lower back pain. For some, it is a mild annoyance, but for others it becomes disabling. The pain is often aggravated by normal movements such as standing up, sitting down, or bending. A Raleigh chiropractic clinic offers non-invasive, drug-free therapies for pain relief, allowing women to remain active throughout their pregnancies. There are two main causes of back pain during pregnancy. The weight of the developing baby changes the mother’s center of gravity toward the front. This increases the curvature of the spine and strains the muscles supporting it, in addition, hormonal changes loosen the ligaments supporting joints in the pelvis. These unstable joints often become inflamed, leading to pain in the lower back and buttocks. The chiropractor uses gentle, manual adjustments to realign the spine and pelvis, alleviating the source of the pain. She also employs massage techniques to release tight back muscles and prevent spasms. Other safe and soothing therapies may be utilized for pain relief, depending on the patient’s individual needs. Pregnant patients at the clinic are taught ways to improve their posture to help alleviate discomfort during daily activities. They are shown the correct way to hold their bodies while standing, sitting, or lying down in order to minimize strain on the back. They are also instructed in the correct use of a lumbar back support cushion. The chiropractor takes a holistic approach to wellness during pregnancy. She demonstrates helpful, stretching exercises and techniques for relaxation and stress management. She also advises patients on proper diet and nutrition. After the baby is delivered, the lower back pain gradually subsides as pressure is removed from the spine and the pelvic ligaments tighten up. However, women may experience muscle tension or joint problems for around eight weeks following the birth. The Raleigh chiropractic clinic offers continuing care to ensure that new mothers remain happy and healthy.

About half of all pregnant women experience lower back pain. For some, it is a mild annoyance, but for others it becomes disabling. The pain is often aggravated by normal movements such as standing up, sitting down, or bending. A Raleigh chiropractic clinic offers non-invasive, drug-free therapies for pain relief, allowing women to remain active…

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Understanding Lower Back Pain

March 28, 2020

It’s important to listen to your body. And when your lower back is trying to tell you something, it’s more vital than ever. We often have clients come to us when their lower back pain is at its height. And when we try to retrace the steps of their injury – to understand why the issue happens…

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3 Tips to Protect Your Lower Back

March 22, 2020
Raleigh Chiropractor Helps Automobile Accident Sufferers Get Pain Relief

It’s time to give your lower back some love. This part of your body serves as the foundation for the rest of your physical wellbeing. But even more important? The health of your back also influences your mental and emotional health. Proactive action steps for your lower back With a few preventative measures, you can…

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Posture Correction Means Less Pain

July 12, 2017

When many of us think of good posture, our mind hits memory lane and we hear the request to “sit up straighter!” that we got so often when we were children. But good posture is more than being polite. It’s directly connected to your wellbeing. Posture Correction: Why It Matters Bad posture is a bad…

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