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You sit at a desk all day…so why does your back hurt so much?

Lower back pain when sitting is common, but that doesn’t mean it’s unavoidable.

Two hundred years ago, working at a desk job was a privilege afforded to only the top 1% of society. Nowadays, technological advancements (not to mention a global pandemic) mean that the majority of the country works, plays, and spends the bulk of their lives in a seated position.

But that doesn’t mean it’s healthy. Sitting is extremely hard on your back.

If you’re among the millions of people who experience lower back pain when sitting, you might be confused. After all, how can you back hurt when you’ve been relaxing all day?

Chiropractic adjustments feel so great, you might wish you could do them at home.

But before you figure out how to crack your back on your own, there’s something you should know.

You love the relaxed, limber feeling you get after an adjustment. Cracking your back felt so amazing, you want to feel like that every day!

If you’re like most of our patients, this invariably turns into researching how to crack your back at home to get those same benefits on a daily basis.

Not so fast!

Turns out, there’s a reason why chiropractic care is a $12 billion dollar industry: it’s not a good idea to crack your own back at home.

Sick of headaches and back pain? Put down the Tylenol!

Here are 5 signs that let you know when to see a chiropractor.

Each year, millions of people visit chiropractors for various injuries and ailments. In fact, it’s estimated that chiropractors treat over 27 million American patients each year.

In fact, chiropractors can help you improve your overall health, but most people fail to notice obvious signs that a chiropractic visit is necessary.

Here are 5 signs that you may need to see a chiropractor.

Neck and back pain is nothing to be taken lightly.

Luckily, chiropractic care can help treat the symptoms of disc protrusion and herniation.

They’re a common car accident injury, but if you’ve been diagnosed with a herniated or bulging disc, it doesn’t help to know you’re in good company. You only have one thing on your mind: How do you get the pain to stop? Can a chiropractor help?

Chiropractors are experts in the spine and other joints, so it’s only natural that they would understand how to treat a disc protrusion or herniated disc. In this article, we’ll go over what exactly a disc protrusion is, what causes them, common symptoms, and how chiropractic care can help.

Curious about chiropractic? You’re probably wondering…

“Does my insurance cover chiropractic treatments?”

If you suffer from back pain, achy joints, sciatica, or another painful condition, you’re not alone. Chiropractors treat nearly 27 million patients a year. With the prevalence of joint-related issues, you might be asking yourself, “Does my insurance cover chiropractic treatment?”

But—as with most questions involving doctors and insurance plans—the answer isn’t always cut-and-dry.

Fortunately, there are many occasions when your insurance will cover chiropractic services. Let’s dig a little deeper to see when you may or may not be covered.

E-Stim therapy (or electrical muscular stimulation) can sound a bit intimidating when your chiropractor suggests it as a form of treatment.

“What is it? Why do I need it? Why would I benefit from it? Does it hurt? Can I stop once I start?”

You will find the answers to these questions as you read on and we hope that it helps ease any anxiety you feel about this treatment option.

Massages aren’t just for “spa days.”

Find out how a medical massage can help treat a variety of conditions.

When it comes to rest and relaxation, there’s nothing better than a massage. 15.4 million Americans benefit from massages and it’s easy to see why! Massages can help relieve tension, prevent you from developing more serious conditions, and improve your quality of life.

But massages are more than just something to indulge in on Mother’s Day or a beach vacation. Medical massages can provide effective relief from pain, soreness, and injury.

Whether it’s your first trip or tenth, you’re probably still learning something new with each visit.

In this article, we’ll give you the rundown of what to expect at the chiropractor.

It’s normal to be curious or even to feel apprehension walking into your chiropractor appointment, especially if this is your first time. But the worst thing that could happen is to let your anxiety keep you from pursuing treatment.

The first thing you should know is that a chiropractic appointment is “hands-on and drugs off.” This means we prefer to take a more natural approach and allow your body to heal itself. However, if you are also seeing another practitioner, chiropractic care can work in conjunction so that you reap the benefits of both treatment protocols.

In this article, we’ll let you know what to expect at the chiropractor so that you can get the most out of your experience. And for those who have been to the chiropractor before, we’ll give you an idea of what your first visit to Oviedo Chiropractic will be like.

2020 was the year that most of us started working from home…and your back probably paid the price.

Here’s how to set up an ergonomic workspace anywhere that will help—not hurt—your body.

This year has brought a lot of changes into our lives. Not only are we all getting accustomed to wearing masks everywhere, many have switched to working remotely. And while you probably enjoy skipping the commute and wearing pajamas to work, we’ve noticed that a lot of home “offices” aren’t exactly ergonomic.

Prior to the pandemic, if you worked from an office, you probably had everything set up the way you like it: a comfy chair, computer at the perfect height, and maybe even a footrest. Now? Some of you have had to make do with a TV dinner tray on the couch.

What’s the good news? With only a few handy hacks, you can have an ergonomic workspace that will alleviate your “Self Isolation Syndrome” pains. Read on for the top five areas that are most important to your chiropractic health and what you can do to avoid potential injury or discomfort.

Sometimes, headaches can be a real pain in the neck.

Find out the most common causes (and the best treatment) for neck pain and headache.

Uh oh.

Here it comes: the tell-tale twinge of pain and pressure that indicates a headache is imminent. But if that wasn’t bad enough, your neck has started to tense up. Now you feel the ache almost down through your shoulders. It’s enough to make you wonder why they even call it a “head” ache.

Whether you feel your neck pain at the onset of your headache, or throughout the entire episode, your primary concern is making it stop. But it’s just as important to understand why you’re feeling neck pain and headache.

In this article, we’ll go over some of the most common causes of neck pain and headache as well as how to treat it.

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6 Reasons for Lower Back Pain When Sitting

You sit at a desk all day…so why does your back hurt so much?

Wondering How To Crack Your Back at Home? Read This First

Chiropractic adjustments feel so great, you might wish you could do them at home.

When to See a Chiropractor: 5 Signs To Look For

Sick of headaches and back pain? Put down the Tylenol!

Can a Chiropractor Treat a Disc Protrusion or Herniated Disc?

Neck and back pain is nothing to be taken lightly.

Does Insurance Cover Chiropractic Care?

Curious about chiropractic? You’re probably wondering…

What Is E-Stim Therapy (& How Does It Work)?

What is Medical Massage?

Massages aren’t just for “spa days.”

What to Expect at the Chiropractor

Whether it’s your first trip or tenth, you’re probably still learning something new with each visit.

Creating an Ergonomic Workspace That Works

2020 was the year that most of us started working from home…and your back probably paid the price.

Treatment For Neck Pain and Headache

Sometimes, headaches can be a real pain in the neck.

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