Healthy Spine, Healthy Life

It’s not just about shopping for school supplies or adjusting to new routines. For a lot of kids and teens, heading back to school also means lugging around heavy backpacks, starting up with sports practices, and dealing with a whole new wave of stress—physical and mental.

Whether you’re a parent lifting your child multiple times a day or you’re helping an elderly loved one get in and out of bed, caregiving often involves repetitive movements that can strain your spine.

So, what exactly is plantar fasciitis? The plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot, connecting your heel bone to your toes. Its job is to support the arch of your foot and act like a shock absorber when you walk or run.

What causes this compression? It can come from repetitive motions like typing or using a mouse, prolonged wrist positions, pregnancy, or conditions like diabetes or arthritis. But the truth is, many people develop carpal tunnel without even realizing how their daily habits contribute to it.

Did you know your spine is one of the most incredible structures in your body? Today, I’m sharing five fascinating facts about your spine that most people don’t know – and how understanding them can help you take better care of your health.

Let’s start with car travel. If you’re heading out on a road trip, sitting for hours in the same position can compress your lower back, tighten your hip flexors, and even cause neck stiffness. And if you’re behind the wheel, the vibration from the road can actually fatigue the muscles supporting your spine over time.

Through targeted, gentle adjustments, we help take pressure off the sciatic nerve and restore better function and mobility to the spine. In many cases, patients start to feel relief after just a few visits—and with consistent care, we can help you stay pain-free long term.

We use gentle, safe techniques designed specifically for pregnancy to help realign the pelvis, relieve tension, and improve comfort—without medications or invasive treatments. One of the most important things we do is help ensure the pelvis is balanced and properly aligned, which can actually make for a smoother pregnancy and delivery.

We also see a lot of student athletes for injury prevention and recovery, as well as kids who are already feeling the effects of heavy backpacks and lots of screen time. Our goal is simple: to help kids grow up strong, balanced, and thriving.

If you’re someone who spends hours at a desk, on a laptop, scrolling on your phone—or if your kids are doing the same—you’ve probably felt it. That stiffness in your neck, tight shoulders, tension headaches, maybe even tingling down the arms. That’s tech neck.

Today I want to clear up a common misconception: chiropractic care isn’t just about back pain. While yes, we absolutely help with pain—whether it’s in your neck, low back, or from an old injury—the real power of chiropractic goes far beyond that.

Today, I want to share some simple exercises you can do at home to support your chiropractic care and keep your body feeling great.

There are many types of headaches—tension headaches, migraines, and even headaches related to sinus issues. While each type of headache is different, many share a common root cause: tension and misalignment in the neck and back.

One thing many people don’t realize is how much their posture is influenced by stress. When we’re anxious or overwhelmed, we might hunch our shoulders or hold our necks in a rigid position.

Regular chiropractic care is another effective way to ensure your spine stays in optimal condition. Gentle adjustments can correct misalignments, reduce pain, and improve your body’s overall function.