Is cheerleading actually a sport? At one level, the question is really only important because the technical definition (Is something a "sport" or just an "activity"?) determines whether or not athletic departments at federally funded educational institutions can count it…
While doctors of chiropractic have a well-deserved reputation for helping patients overcome back problems, they are actually experts in diagnosing and treating a wide range of health conditions that affect the musculoskeletal and nervous systems. Many of these conditions involve…
Over the years, much has been written about the historical mistrust and animosity between medical doctors (MDs) and chiropractic physicians (DCs). However, it's clear that several converging trends are changing the MD-DC relationship in some fundamental ways that will ultimately…
Behind many of the debates about healthcare in the US-its availability and cost as well as its effectiveness-is an important phenomenon. The demands being placed on healthcare providers are growing and changing (at least in large part) because of the…
In this day and age, when it seems as though everyone has more to do in less time, it's no surprise that understanding stress management is a growing field of study and a popular self-help topic. Over the years, science…
It's not surprising that back and neck pain has become the second most frequent reason for visiting a doctor. Given the amount of time we spend staring at various screens-whether sitting at an office desk or walking down the street-our…
You're not alone. Whiplash associated disorders (WAD) are very common neck injuries caused by a rapid distortion of the cervical vertebrae. Such distortion occurs when the head undergoes a sudden stop while moving at speed, jarring the muscles and ligaments…
"Never grow a wishbone, daughter, where you backbone ought to be." -Clementine Paddleford, American Writer (1898 - 1967) It's no accident that so many philosophers and writers have used the backbone as a metaphor for discipline, force of will or…
Whether you're an Apple fan, an Android lover or a hardcore Microsoft user, there's no denying the popularity of tablet computers that is causing the neck or shoulder pain. The numbers speak for themselves-technology market analysts estimate that over 200…
A growing number of families in the U.S.-both parents and children-are discovering the benefits of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), including chiropractic care. The good news is that you're never too young or too old to benefit from the types…
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