Experts are gaining more insights into the effects of stress and burnout on our bodies, leading drug companies to invest billions. Previously, inflammation was simply the body’s response to a stubbed toe, but now it’s a central topic in many health issues from long Covid to gut health. A quick search on Google Scholar yields nearly five million results on the subject, with 56,900 research papers this year alone exploring inflammation's role in conditions like coronary artery disease and obesity. … [Read more...] about Inflammation: A Guide to the Modern Health Obsession Driven by Today’s Lifestyle
3 Common Causes of Dizziness (and How Chiropractic Care Helps!)
Feeling light-headed and losing your balance are frustrating and potentially dangerous symptoms. Vertigo—when everything feels like it’s spinning—is a similar symptom, often experienced with nausea, sweating, and vomiting. Dizziness can result from: Low blood sugar Low blood pressure Anaemia Dehydration Medication Anxiety There are also times when dizziness is caused by pressure or tension in the musculoskeletal system or the inner ear. So, let’s look at three common … [Read more...] about 3 Common Causes of Dizziness (and How Chiropractic Care Helps!)
The Benefits of Shockwave Therapy
Most people have experienced chronic pain in their lives, and if you’re one of them, you’d know how frustrating it is to spend countless pounds and try numerous treatments only to find nothing is working. Whether you have a tendon, joint, or muscle problem, there usually isn’t a one-size-fits-all treatment. But a combination of several treatments could yield promising results and successfully help alleviate your chronic pain. One such treatment is shockwave therapy. Also known as … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Shockwave Therapy
What Are Erchonia Low-Level Lasers?
Are you curious about how laser therapy might help accelerate your recovery post-injury? At Bradford House Chiropractic, we use Erchonia Low-Level Lasers in many of our treatments, including for various soft tissue injuries and sports injuries. So, how does this type of modality work? What should you know? Below, we examine what makes Erchonia lasers special, how laser therapy works, and how it can benefit you. Let’s dive in! What is Erchonia? While many brands produce products for … [Read more...] about What Are Erchonia Low-Level Lasers?
Spring into Gardening Safely: 5 Ways to Avoid Injury
The birds are singing. The sun is shining. And your fingers are desperate to get busy in your garden. But before you dive into another season of gardening and everything that comes with it, you’ll want to ensure every gardening session is pain-free. While tending to the garden offers a low-impact and fun activity right on your doorstep, unfortunately, with any form of exercise, there is a risk of injury — and gardening injuries are more common than you think! Common Gardening … [Read more...] about Spring into Gardening Safely: 5 Ways to Avoid Injury
Suffering From TMJ Or Jaw Pain? Chiropractic Treatment Can Help!
About 31% of the general population experience TMJ, also known as Temporomandibular Joint Disorder. This annoying and frustrating jaw pain is caused by acute or chronic inflammation of the temporomandibular joint, which connects the mandible (lower jaw) to the skull. If you’ve been feeling pain or tenderness in your jaw joints and surrounding tissue, TMJ might be the culprit — especially if you have previous jaw injuries or grind your teeth while you snooze. Fret not, there are many … [Read more...] about Suffering From TMJ Or Jaw Pain? Chiropractic Treatment Can Help!
