Toronto Neck and Back Pain Clinic

Running is one of the most popular #formsofexercise, largely because it can be done almost anywhere at any time & it doesn’t require much in the way of equipment (other than #runningshoes). While there is a common belief that #running always... dkchiroblog.com/1633/running-a…

Of all the symptoms associated with #whiplashassociateddisorders (WAD), dizziness may be one of the most concerning to patients because of how it can limit their ability to get up & move around. What can be done to treat #dizziness following a WAD injury? dkchiroblog.com/1634/managemen…

#Frailty is defined as a clinical state in which the body has diminished strength, endurance, & #resilience making a person more vulnerable to stressors such as injury & illness. It’s estimated that 7–12% of Americans age 65 & older are #frail. Because... dkchiroblog.com/2172/frailty-m…

During a #whiplash event, such as a rear-end collision, the #headandneck accelerate & decelerate more rapidly than the nervous system can coordinate a protective muscular response. This can result in #sprains, #strains, & microtrauma to soft tissues... dkchiroblog.com/2167/whiplash-…

After #shoulderpain, wrist complaints are among the most common reasons patients seek chiropractic care for the upper limb. Before treatment begins, the likely cause of the patient’s #wrist symptoms must be identified. Let’s review the most common causes. dkchiroblog.com/2170/potential…

Up to 20% of adults experience frequent #headaches, with approximately 1–4% reporting a #headache on more than 15 days per month. While there are many types of headaches—& within each subtype, multiple underlying causes and #triggers—research suggests... dkchiroblog.com/2168/chiroprac…

The majority of low #backpain cases are classified as non-specific in nature, meaning they are not attributable to an identifiable, single structural cause such as a fracture, infection, tumor, or #nervecompression. Roughly 5–10% of cases, the cause... dkchiroblog.com/2171/spinal-ma…

The American Sleep Association reports that 50-70 million adults in the United States (US) have a #sleepdisorder. Poor #sleep is associated with several adverse health outcomes, including an elevated risk for musculoskeletal pain. dkchiroblog.com/1642/sleep-and…

#Carpaltunnelsyndrome (#CTS) is a condition that occurs when pressure is applied to the #mediannerve as it passes through the #wrist resulting in symptoms such as tingling, numbness, and weakness. Outside of an emergency leading to a sudden onset of... dkchiroblog.com/1632/the-chiro…

Cervical dysfunction is often a cause or contributing factor of #headaches, especially those that occur following a #sportsinjury, #slipandfall, or #caraccident. The results of a 2019 study suggest that a #headache may also indicate when a patient... dkchiroblog.com/1631/headaches…

It’s common to see #olderadults with a #slumped #posture, and though there are many possible reasons for this, perhaps the most common cause is a condition called #spinalstenosis. dkchiroblog.com/1630/spinal-st… #badposture #slouch #hunchback

#Whiplash associated disorders (WAD) describes a constellation of symptoms that can arise following a #motorvehiclecollision (MVC), sports collision, or #slipandfall. The typical initial treatment approach for #WAD is non-surgical care, but what does... dkchiroblog.com/1641/chiroprac…

While the anatomy of the #shoulder allows for a wide range of motion and movement, it comes at the cost of a less stable joint, especially for those who routinely perform activities that require lifting the arms. This is likely why #shoulderpain is one... dkchiroblog.com/1640/non-surgi…

When people suspect they have #carpaltunnelsyndrome (CTS), it’s typical that their first thought is that their condition will require surgery and a lengthy recovery. While surgery may be warranted in emergency situations, treatment guidelines encourage... dkchiroblog.com/1639/manual-th…

#Headaches are a common complaint among patients with #whiplashassociateddisorder (WAD) following a motor vehicle collision, slip & fall, or sports injury. While in some cases, the cause of WAD-associated #headache can be #concussion or traumatic brain... dkchiroblog.com/1647/a-cause-o…

Several studies have found that a treatment approach that combines specific exercises with spinal manipulation, mobilization, and nutrition is often ideal for reducing pain and improving function in patients with #lowbackpain. But how does your doctor... dkchiroblog.com/1637/low-back-…

A #myofascial #triggerpoint is a hyper-irritable area in skeletal muscle that is commonly detected by palpating (feeling with the fingers). Although more sophisticated ways exist for locating TPs—ultrasound, microdialysis, electromyography, infrared... dkchiroblog.com/1638/myofascia…

#Whiplashassociateddisorder (#WAD) is a term applied to a constellation of symptoms that can arise following a motor vehicle collision, #slipandfall, or #sportsinjury. It’s estimated that up to 25% of WAD patients fail to fully recover from their... dkchiroblog.com/1653/how-the-b…

#Carpaltunnelsyndrome is the most common peripheral #neuropathy—or pinching of a nerve outside of the spine—affecting between 3-6% of the population. While we usually focus on how #carpaltunnel syndrome is managed, in this article we’re going to focus... dkchiroblog.com/1645/the-cost-…

It stands to reason that the more an intervertebral disk herniates, the more it will compress the spinal nerves, leading to a greater likelihood for surgical intervention. But what if that isn’t the case? dkchiroblog.com/1643/lumbar-di… #discherniation #diskherniation #sciatica