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Neck Pain and Injuries

Neck pain or related upper-limb pain can be very disabling for active patients, young and old. The broad differential includes such conditions as strain, sprain, disk injury, radiculopathy, carpal tunnel syndrome, ulnar neuropathy, and degenerative shoulder disease. Approxiamtely 70% of diagnosis' can be made solely based on history and physical...

• Posted: July 19, 2014
• |  by: Dr. Crysta Serne
• |  Categories: Chiropractic, Sports Therapy
• |  Tags: Chiropractor,  Neck Anatomy,  Neck Injuries,  Neck Pain,  Spine

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Correcting Faulty Posture

Posture is essential to the position of the body in space. Optimal posture is the state of muscular and skeletal balance that protects the supporting structures of the body against injury or progressive deformity, whether at work or at rest. Correct posture involves the positioning of the joints to provide...

• Posted: June 27, 2014
• |  by: Dr. Crysta Serne
• |   2 Comments
• |  Categories: Chiropractic, Sports Therapy
• |  Tags: Chiropractor,  Low Back Pain,  Neck Pain,  Posture,  Strengthening Exercises

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Care of Head, Neck, and Upper Back

When you are experiencing discomfort in the neck, upper back, head, and/or shoulders, ordinary activities which you have taken for granted become a source of irritation. Therefore, it is important for you to be aware of the basic principles of good care. General Advice: 1. Balance activities with rest. Change...

• Posted: June 23, 2014
• |  by: Dr. Crysta Serne
• |   2 Comments
• |  Categories: Chiropractic
• |  Tags: Back,  Chiropractor,  Ergonomics,  Head,  Neck Pain

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Pillows

When determining what pillow would be best suited for you, consider your own sleeping position.  Contoured pillows can be very useful if sized appropriately for your neck and back sleeping is your primary sleeping position.  NEVER purchase a contoured pillow if you ever find yourself on your side as it...

• Posted: June 20, 2014
• |  by: Dr. Crysta Serne
• |   4 Comments
• |  Categories: Vitality Blog
• |  Tags: Chiropractor,  Neck Pain,  Pillows,  Therapeutic

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Upper Body Stretches

Here are my three FAVOURITE stretches for the upper body. Although they are generic, they should not be performed with out speaking to your health care provider first. Please DO NOT attempt these stretches if you have shoulder, neck, or upper back pain that has not been diagnosed! Wall Angels...

• Posted: May 27, 2014
• |  by: Dr. Crysta Serne
• |  Categories: Chiropractic, Sports Therapy, Wellness Articles
• |  Tags: Chiropractor,  Core,  Neck Pain,  Stretches,  Upper Back

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What to Expect At Your First Chiropractic Visit

As we so often receive calls from new patients setting up their first chiropractic appointment, we thought a breakdown of what you can expect during your initial consultation and treatment would be helpful. History and Symptoms In preparation for the chiropractic consultation, an individual will be asked to fill out...

• Posted: May 24, 2014
• |  by: Dr. Crysta Serne
• |  Categories: Chiropractic
• |  Tags: Chiropractor,  Low Back Pain,  Neck Pain,  Spine,  Treatment

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Chiropractic Isn’t All About the “Crunch”

Many individuals thrive on the sound they hear when they seek out chiropractic treatments; they feel robbed if they don’t hear it. However, the high velocity low amplitude adjustment that renders that cavitation, or sound, is not for everyone….. The hard part is having the chance to speak to the...

• Posted: May 24, 2014
• |  by: Dr. Crysta Serne
• |  Categories: Chiropractic
• |  Tags: Activator,  Chiropractor,  Low Back Pain,  Neck Pain,  Treatment

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