We often hear of the psoas as a hip flexor, and it is, but did you know that the psoas is also a paraspinal muscle? The psoas originates from five lumbar vertebrae, meaning it plays an important role in back health.
Read moreNational Posture Month
May is National Posture Month! Because chiropractors are most closely associated with the spine, they are often consulted for help with posture. Especially in our modern world of sedentary lifestyle, computer use, commuting and digital devices, “tech neck” and other posture problems are extremely common. But posture is not only about your spine.
Read moreChiropractic for Pregnancy
Chiropractic treatment can be a great nonpharmacological approach to managing low back pain in pregnancy, and is safe for the pregnant person and baby. Doctors of chiropractic can also offer nutrition, ergonomic, and exercise advice to help patients enjoy a healthy pregnancy. Equilibrium providers have years of experience treating pre- and post-natal patients.
Read moreKinesio Tape
You may have seen athletes on TV or people at the gym with brightly colored tape on their bodies — across the shoulder, around the knee cap, or on back of calves. No, it’s not a strange fashion trend, it’s kinesio tape, or K-tape. What is k-tape and what does it do?
Read moreBack to Basics: Chiropractic
Its the beginning of a new year — a symbolic time to start again. Here on the blog we’re starting out the new year by going back to basics. If you’re new to the services we offer, or you want to send a loved one to a trusted source for more information on integrative care, you’re in the right place!
Read moreWebster Technique
We’re excited to announce that Dr. Cydney is now certified in Webster Technique! Known best as a treatment for the pregnant population, Webster Technique addresses the joints, muscles and ligaments of the pelvis with applications for anyone with SI joint dysfunction.
Read moreWhat The Body Can Tell Us About Consciousness
For more than 100 years, scientists have known that the vagus nerve carries signals between the organs and the brainstem. As part of the parasympathetic nervous system (rest & digest mode) the vagus regulates functions like heart rate, breathing, and digestion. But new studies have shown signals carried by vagal fibers climb beyond the brainstem, revealing a broad interoceptive network in the brain that interprets internal changes, anticipates the body’s needs, and sends commands to fulfill them.
Read moreJoints
Human joints come in many shapes and sizes and are arguably the biggest factor that enables us to move around and do all the things we consider normal activities of daily living. This means that joint health is imperative. What do we need to know about joints to keep them healthy?
Read moreAsk a Chiropractor: Primary Spine Practitioner
Spine care in the US has been mired in a crisis of rapidly rising costs with rapidly declining outcomes for patients. Disability related to spine-related diseases (SRDs) is on the rise, costs of medical care for SRDs have skyrocketed in recent years, and despite rising costs there is no evidence of improvement in the quality of care. Across the medical community, many believe that one of the key solutions is for the health care system to have a group of practitioners who are trained to function as primary care practitioners for the spine.
Read more#GolfGains
Inspired by his patients, Dr. Shireesh is a TPI certified Medical Practitioner, Fitness Trainer, and Junior Coach. Golf is a full-body sport that requires complex movements and precision, and Dr. Shireesh has the knowledge and skills to improve your golf game and prevent injury!
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