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One of the most frustrating things to deal with in regards to your body is back pain. Back pain can come in many different forms and be from any number of issues, but regardless of whether the pain is chronic or acute, it is never pleasant to go through. The problem with back pain is that if your back hurts, your entire day is now miserable. Walking, sitting, standing, lifting something, and even just turning over in the middle of the night can be enough to throw your back out. There also isn’t much that you can normally do to fix it except for time. While there may be some ice or heat packs that you can use to reduce the pain temporarily, backs are notoriously difficult to rehabilitate on your own.

If your back pain was caused by an incident such as a car accident, it can be especially difficult to make it better. There is often extensive damage that was done that doesn’t always show up immediately; it may take a few months or even years. These types of injuries often begin with acute pain that turns into a chronic problem that can stay with a person for the rest of their life. Of course, you want to start treating these types of issues as soon as possible, but it isn’t always an option depending on things like insurance, scheduling issues, and even your own perception of the pain. If you have the chance, however, you should always be checked out by a doctor after any sort of serious impact to make sure that there wasn’t any lasting damage done.

Your back is one of the most delicate areas of your body. It is so important to your daily life to be proactive with the health and strength of your back. Even if you don’t feel like the pain is severe, you should still see a chiropractor regularly for a spinal adjustment. It is massively important that you take care of your back so that you can continue to enjoy yourself as you continue to age.

When it comes to injuries like car accidents, backs are often some of the most affected areas. If you were in a crash, give DiBella Chiropractic a call today and see how much of a difference a few appointments can make for you. You will be amazed at how much better you feel after a few sessions!

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome may be becoming more and more common, but that doesn't make it any more pleasant. It is a condition that causes pain, numbness, and tingling in the arm and down through the hand. It happens when the median nerve, which is one of the main nerves that travels through the wrist to the hand, is compressed or pinched at the wrist. It tends to get worse over time if it goes untreated, so early diagnosis is extremely important. If caught early enough, carpal tunnel can be treated with a simple wrist brace and refraining from certain movements and hand positions. However, if it is not addressed and the aggravating activity is continued, the damage will only continue to get worse. It may reach a point where surgery is needed to help reduce the pain and pressure that is harming the nerve.

There are multiple theories as to why we are seeing such an increase in carpal tunnel syndrome diagnoses. The most common belief is that more and more people are spending large amounts of time on computers. The typing on a keyboard requires a certain position of the hands and wrist, which lends itself to an increase in pressure on the wrist. Many people try to use cushions under the wrist on both their keyboards and mouse pads in an attempt to counteract this added pressure. Although we know that this isn't a magic method for preventing carpal tunnel, we can definitely agree that it doesn't hurt to keeping prolonged pressure off of your wrists is always a good idea. Keeping your wrists elevated slightly is a good way to reduce the impact on the medial nerve. While there are other factors that can cause carpal tunnel, such as family history and other health conditions, anything you can do to reduce your risk is worth trying.

If you have been experiencing any sort of numbness, tingling, burning, or hand and wrist pain, especially centralized in your thumb or middle fingers, you should give DiBella Chiropractic a call right away. If you also experience any weakness or pain that travels up your arm and into your shoulder, let us know when you call. We will do our best to get you an appointment quickly and see if you are experiencing symptoms of carpal tunnel. Hopefully we can help you without you needing surgery to correct the pressure and swelling. Come in today to find out!

Although at this point most people know that sciatica means a lot of pain, it seems to be less common that someone actually knows what sciatica really is. With so many different conditions that someone can develop that involve pain, it can be difficult to keep track of them all. When you hear about multiple disorders, it can be easy to mix them up if you don't interact with them on a regular basis. This is why we want to help you learn about this issue and how you can identify it in yourself in case you ever need to seek chiropractic care.

The term sciatica refers to the sciatic nerve, which stretches from your lower back down through your hips, buttocks, and down both legs. When you have any pain that travels along this nerve for any reason, it is called sciatica. There can be any number of things that cause this pain, but it is most commonly due to either a herniated disk, bone spurs, or a narrowing of the spine. These three issues may be relatively common, but that doesn’t make them any less painful. In fact, the pain from sciatica can be, and often is, completely debilitating. The swelling and numbness that accompanies sciatica are concerning enough that you should always take the first sign of symptoms seriously and not wait to see if it gets better before seeking medical assistance.

Normally, the symptoms of sciatica are strangely straightforward yet confusing at the same time. People often experience pain that radiates down their leg from the spine, but may also experience numbness, muscle weakness, or tingling in the leg. People may have more than one of those symptoms in different spots in the leg. The pain can feel like anything from a mild ache to sharp, shooting pain, or a burning sensation, or even an electrical shock. It may feel more intense if you sit for extended periods of time, if you stand for too long, or if your body spasms, as if with a cough or sneeze. These widely varying symptoms are why you need to go to a doctor to get a proper diagnosis.

If you suspect you may be suffering from sciatica, call DiBella Chiropractic. Surgery is rarely needed, but having a doctor's care is imperative for something like this. If your back hurts, you need to have someone look at it. Come in and see how much better we can make you feel!

According to a recent study, approximately every 50 minutes someone dies in a car crash. This number is sobering, especially when you consider how many safety regulations we have in place where it concerns motor vehicles. Even if fatalities were the only possible outcome of accidents, that number would be horrifying. As we all know, however, death is not the only result that we see from crashes. The amount of minor injuries that result from car accidents is significantly higher. Injuries can range from simple bruising to more severe things like paralysis or amputations. It is also worth mentioning that these numbers do not take into account things like anxiety and PTSD, which are very common after a traumatic event such as a car accident. No matter how you look at it, car crashes are always serious.

As it appears currently, the most common reason for car accidents is distracted driving. This can refer to anything from taking a sip from your cup of coffee to texting while driving. It is dangerous to do anything that could pulls your attention from the road while you drive, so it is important to do your best to avoid as many of these distractions as possible. Leaving your phone on the backseat or waiting until you get to work to have a cup of coffee in the morning can be effective ways to help reduce the chance of you becoming distracted while you drive.

When you are in an accident, there is a chance that you won't get injured at all. Generally though, you can count on at least being sore for the next few days. Even if you don't feel like you were hurt on impact, pain can set in once the adrenaline from the crash itself wears off. Issues such as whiplash and even broken bones can go unnoticed for a little while depending on how your body and mind reacts to the incident. Even if you don't notice a problem right away, it is important to call a doctor and get checked out regardless of how severe the accident was.

If you have been hurt in a car crash, come into DiBella Chiropractic as soon as you can. Our pain management and relief techniques can make all the difference to your injury. We know how frightening being in a crash can be, but your recovery can't wait. Give us a call and set up your first appointment today!