The part of the muscle that attaches to a bone is called a tendon. Some of the muscles in your forearm attach to the bone on the outside of your elbow. When you use these muscles over and over again, small tears develop in the tendon. Over time, this leads to irritation and pain where […]

The most effective treatment for whiplash injuries is a combination of chiropractic care, rehabilitation of the soft tissues and taking care of yourself at home.  The term “whiplash” was first used in 1928 to define an injury mechanism of sudden hyperextension followed by an immediate hyperflexion of the neck that results in damage to the […]

 (picture of person rubbing head/pain) Because the head controls the rest of the body, a headache is hard to ignore. There are many causes of headaches with no one simple answer for their treatment. There are specific labels for different types of headaches. By far, tension headaches are the most common type in the United […]

How to file a claim: If you believe you were injured at work, tell your employer as soon as possible. Ask your employer to give you Form 801. Complete the “worker” portion of the form and give it back to your employer. A chiropractor may be your “Attending Physician” for work injuries on the initial […]

Here’s a common scenario that occurs during an auto accident. You’re stopped at a traffic light when suddenly you feel the impact of a car striking you from behind. It doesn’t have to be much. Low speed, but enough that you have to get out and take a look at the damage. When you get […]