Though back surgery may provide relief, studies reveal waiting may be best alternative. Several studies show that although back surgery may be effective for those suffering from a slipped or misaligned disk, it may not be necessary. Around 1.5... (Read more about An Alternative to Back Surgery Is Waiting)

The atlas is the top vertebra of the cervical spine. When the atlas become misaligned, it can compress and irritate the nerves and thus cause problems throughout the entire body. (Read more about Atlasorthogonal)

There's a good chance you or someone you care about has suffered with back pain that lasts a long time. Back pain is the second leading symptom seen by doctors in the United States. Now, one might think a powerful group of pain medicines can... (Read more about Back Pain)

As a youngster, Angela Benvenuto had a diving accident which severely damaged her spine. Her vertebrae became compressed in several different places. “I was writhing in pain for years and it was my chiropractor who suggested yoga would be helpful... (Read more about CORE STRENGTHENING AND BACK PAIN)

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome also called repetitive strain syndrome results when a nerve that supplies that hand called the median nerve becomes repeatedly compressed. (Read more about Carpal Tunnel)

Dr. Stephen B. Diccianni, DC Doctors Fifth Avenue Chiropractic Many people think that Chiropractic is only for your back. This misconception is easily understood; after all, chiropractors do work primarily on your back. However, chiropractic... (Read more about Chiropractic is great for low back pain, however ...)

By: Paul E. Eckstein, D.P.M., FACFAS The best orthotics are custom tailored devices specifically crafted to meet the needs of a particular individual. These are generally superior to the over the counter items sold in drug stores, catalogs or... (Read more about Foot Orthotics)

A new review of medical literature in the highly regarded Cochrane Library surprisingly casts doubt on the value of supplements and calcium-fortified foods to build stronger bones in kids! The review shows that supplementing the diet with... (Read more about Health Wrap - Reports on Calcium, Lawn Moving Accidents, Herbs for lower back pain)

A new study finds that habitual snoring in women is strongly tied to body mass index—a marker of fatness-- and age. Overall, 7.6 percent of women snore. The frequency of snoring reaches its peak in women ages 50 to 59. Frequent snoring was... (Read more about Health Wrap: Reports on Snoring, Fetuses and Pain, Forgetfulness and Baseball)

So have you noticed a fashion trend lately? No, we’re not talking about shoes or hair styles; the discussion is on accessories--specifically, hand bags. They’re getting bigger and bigger. Is that causing women to suffer more aches and... (Read more about Heavy Hand Bags and Back Pain)

1 in 4 people will ultimately die from complications caused by a hip fracture. Each year in the United States, there are 350,000 hip fractures. (Read more about Hip Fracture)

Have you been to a practitioner besides your family physician? Whether chiropractic care, acupuncture, yoga or homeopathy, Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) has become increasingly common in the United States, and 72% of adults use some... (Read more about Rapid Rise in "Complementary" Medical Services)

A Review in The Lancet reveals the importance of healthy lifestyle choices to reduce stressors related to cardiovascular risk factors. Researchers from John Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore examined records between 1990 to 2006. They observed how... (Read more about Reducing Stress Lowers Risk of Cardiovascular Problems)

The sciatic nerves are the longest nerves in the body. They start in the lower spine, pass behind the hip joint and go down the buttock, down the back of the leg to the foot. (Read more about Sciatica)

The Spine Force machine is the only device capable of stimulating the deep muscles of the spine. A groundbreaking device called the Spine Force has the potential to transform how we care for the muscles and structures in the lower back. LPG... (Read more about Spine Force Machine for Herniated Discs)

Poor posture is at the root of chronic tension headaches. An article written by holistic care author Doug Fogel explains how having a tight neck, shoulders, and upper back contribute to chronic tension headaches. He says the tension is caused... (Read more about The Cause of Chronic Tension Headaches)

A recent report by health provider BUPA has found that people's worries are damaging their health by causing sleepless nights, loss of sex drive, and erratic eating habits. The 2007 Worry Report demonstrates that almost one in five people... (Read more about Worried Sick? There Might Be Some Truth There)