Mechanicsville, Virginia — Subluxations Impact health in many ways. Posture is one of the most obvious changes that can be seen if a subluxation has been present for more than a couple of years. In particular “head forward posture” is common. Common does not mean benign. Check out these extra-chiropractic references that shed light on…
Category Archives: Posture
Simple Saliva Test Helps Doctors Predict if Scoliosis Will Get Worse
A saliva-based genetic test that helps doctors determine which children diagnosed with mild adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) are least likely to develop a painful and debilitating abnormal lateral curvature of the spine.
How to Correct Head Forward Posture
Head forward posture is a common effect of subluxations, especially upper cervical subluxations.
Posture Changes with Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care Only
Mechanicsville, Virginia — We can all remember our Moms telling us to “sit up straight” or “don’t slouch.” My bet is they were most concerned with the way it looked. You know, body language and everything it communicates. But there is evidence our posture really has a real impact on our health. I’ve posted on this…
Fibromyalgia Insights
Mechanicsville, Virginia - Fibromyalgia is condition I often see at Stover Chiropractic. Patients present with widespread pain with multiple tender points on the upper neck, back, shoulders, and hips. Experts say it is misdiagnosed frequently and I can attest, it is complicated. Most patients show up in my office having tried painkillers, antidepressants, muscle relaxants, injectables…
What is a normal spine?
A basic understanding of a normal spine is important if you want to achieve one. There are curves that should be in the spine. These are seen from the side. They are labeled primary and secondary curves. The primary curves are formed in the uterus. A baby spine is curved by the shape of the…
What is Scoliosis?
Specifically, what is “idiopathic” scoliosis. The most common variety. My information comes from the book, “Idiopathic” Scoliosis: Cause Prevention Control Reduction Correction & Analysis Through Chiropractic Methods, Vol. III, by F. H. Barge. I will be using the expanded 2nd edition, 1996. It is meant to be a text for doctors of chiropractic, but there…
How bad is BAD posture?
We were all told as children to sit up straight right? As annoying as it was, it was good advice. Postural changes from bad habits can cause health problems. Forward head posture is one of the leading causes of pain in the neck and shoulders. Chronic pain syndromes like headaches, TMJ, fibromyalgia and arthritis can…
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