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How to Shovel Snow Without Hurting Your Back

Low back pain can strike any time of year, but it’s especially prominent during the winter because of all that snow shoveling! We may not have gotten much snow so far this season in Northern Colorado, but more powder is almost certainly on the way. Keep your back healthy and injury-free this winter with these […]

Chronic Headaches? Chiropractic Care Can Help

Are you among the 90% of Americans who suffer from headaches? If so, what do you do when you feel a headache coming on? For occasional mild headaches, popping a pill and going on with your day may be a feasible approach. However, if you suffer from frequent pounding headaches – a chronic condition that […]

11 Migraine-Triggering Foods to Avoid

If you suffer from regular migraines, you may have identified some triggers that set off your pain. Strong perfumes, bright light, and even changes in the weather can all trigger migraines. Did you know your diet can also affect how often you get headaches? If you don’t know which foods you’re sensitive to, you could […]

What Type of Headaches Do You Get?

Nine out of 10 Americans experience at least occasional headaches. Usually, stress, sinus infections, or muscle tension is the cause. The headache’s location, severity, and accompanying symptoms can help you put a name to your pain. Also, be aware that rare, medically related headaches demand immediate attention from a doctor. Here’s how to tell what […]

5 Simple Stretches for Neck Pain Relief

When you have neck pain caused by an injury, pinched nerve, or TMJ dysfunction, you may be frustrated by the effect your pain has on your daily activities. Neck pain can make it difficult to get dressed, drive, and sleep comfortably. In addition to visiting Spine Correction Center of the Rockies for neck pain relief, […]

Exercise Guide for Lower Back Pain: Feel Relief in 30 Minutes or Less

Did you recently injure your back? The road to recovery could be an arduous one, but you can shorten and ease the journey by performing proper back exercises at home every day. To ensure your safety, speak with a physical therapist at Spine Correction Center before you jump into any of these exercises. We may […]

9 Ways to Care for Your Spine During the Holidays

Your body and mind go into overdrive during the holidays. Plenty of fun and exciting things fill your time, but it’s all quite stressful as well. The go-go-go nature of the holidays can take its toll on your body, and your spine in particular. Keep your back and your whole body feeling healthy all season […]

What Conditions Can a Chiropractor Treat

When you think about chiropractic care, you might assume it’s only appropriate for spinal injuries and backaches. While you can certainly benefit from spinal manipulation if you have these conditions, other treatable ailments aren’t as obvious. Learn some surprising and not-so-surprising conditions a chiropractor can treat. A Chiropractor Can Treat Back Pain When you have […]

Prenatal Chiropractic Care: Benefits and Tips

If you experience back pain during pregnancy, you’re not alone. The American Pregnancy Association estimates that 50 to 70 percent of pregnant women share this problem. Instead of taking painkilling drugs, which aren’t recommended during pregnancy, you have another option: prenatal chiropractic care. This type of medical care is growing in popularity among pregnant women […]

Debunk 4 Common Back Pain Myths

Back pain is a prevalent concern in America today. In fact, the University of Maryland Medical Center estimates that 60 to 80 percent of American adults experience low back pain at some point in their lives. This type of pain is also the reason 13 million Americans visit the doctor each year. Since it’s such […]