6 Tips to Avoiding Overuse Injuries

Spokane Valley is a wonderful place to work out and stay in shape. If exercise is your forte, you want to be careful to avoid overuse injuries. Overuse injuries occur gradually as physical stress remodels structures such as muscles, tendons and ligaments. Remodeling involves both the breaking down and the building up of tissue. When […]

What to Look for in a Mattress and Pillow to Prevent Back Pain

Did you know that 80 percent of people experience back pain in their lifetime? If an ice pack, hot pad, or change of your exercise routine isn’t alleviating your back pain, it might be time to look at other treatment measures. That also means checking out your bed to see if it’s the underlying cause […]

Proper Snow Shoveling Technique to Prevent Lower Back Pain and Injuries

One of the most common reasons that people come to the chiropractor in the winter is back pain, and you might be surprised at what causes it: shoveling snow out of the driveway or off the sidewalk! While it’s important to keep walking areas snow-free to prevent slips and falls, it’s also important to take […]

Get the Right Backpack to Avoid Back Pain

Experts suggest that backpacks should not exceed about 10 percent of a child’s body weight. However, students often haul more weight on their shoulders due to the multiple textbooks, school supplies, sports gear, and other essentials they need during the day.   Carrying more than their fair share of items might keep them from going […]

The Importance of Iron in Female Athletes

The start of a new year is the perfect time to start a new chapter, which is probably why so many people make New Year’s resolutions. The new year often feels like a fresh start and an excellent opportunity to change bad habits and establish new routines that will help you grow as a person […]