Functional Medicine is a method of treatment for patients who may not be responding to traditional medical treatments. Many people suffer from chronic conditions that cause the patient to seek alternative treatments. Functional Medicine addresses the root causes of disease based upon physiological interactions between a patients endocrine, gastrointestinal, and immune systems to develop individual plans of treatment.
…Chiropractic for Spinal Stenosis
Back and neck pain are conditions that many people suffer. Spinal stenosis is a condition commonly seen by chiropractors. What is spinal stenosis and how is it diagnosed? According to Mayo Clinic, spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spaces within your spine. This narrowing can put pressure on the nerves that travel through the spine. Usually, spinal stenosis occurs in the lower back and the neck.
…Relieve Neck Pain with Chiropractic Treatment
At one point or another, everyone suffers from neck pain. Our neck is comprised of bones, muscles, and ligaments whose purpose it is to support our head, which can weigh 10-11 pounds. When we have neck pain, depending on the severity, it can really impact our quality of life. Chiropractic adjustment and acupuncture are two ways to help treat this common condition.
…Treating Plantar Fasciitis
If you are experiencing heel pain, it’s a good bet that you may be suffering from plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of foot pain. What exactly is Plantar Fasciitis? Basically, it’s a repetitive strain injury to the ligament of the sole of the foot. The good news for patients suffering from this aliment is that acupuncture has been proven effective to treat the pain associated with this condition. [1]
…Types of Headaches
Headaches are something that everyone of us has experienced. The pain experienced from these headaches is as unique as we are as individuals. From a dull ache to a sharp, ice-pick pain—headaches are common, but not normal for daily life. In general, there are about five types of headaches.
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