Sciatica pain is often so debilitating that it forces people to miss work and other normal activities. Of all patients with low-back pain, sciatica patients have the highest level of disability (1). In fact, patients with sciatica are disabled for an average of 72 days according to Norwegian public-health records. Fortunately, a recent study offers…
DetailsThe Journal of the American Medical Association recommends chiropractic as first means of back pain treatment Medical doctors and chiropractors are often at odds with each other. The Journal of the American Medical Association now recommends chiropractic as a first means of treating back pain. Dr. Alex Vidan wasn’t going to let that pass by…
DetailsMost patients will notice at least some improvement within six visits over two weeks. The best outcomes are seen in patients whom back pain: Has been present less than 16 days Does not refer pain below your knees Does not have you fearful about whether it will get better Shows stiffness in the low back…
DetailsThey have deconditioned their back stabiliser muscles and have lost the ability to preload their back to protect themselves when they move their shoulder. “I just reached for something and BANG my back went out”. Then what to do? Chiropractic care – to move joints and; Back movement exercises – to reactivate the protective patterns. …
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Who can help? Chiropractors – because the high velocity, low amplitude “thrust” or “adjustment” stimulates protective stretch reflexes
