At Vancouver Chiropractic, a large percentage of our patients are families and therefore, we are fortunate to see many children. Based on my experience, I see how common spinal dysfunction is in young children and teens. You only need to watch a group of children walking to school to see why. One thing that...
Category: Back Strength
Can An Old Injury Still Be Causing Me Issues?
SPINAL HEALTH COLUMN by Dr. Nora Rahemtulla, Vancouver Chiropractor Although every injury is different, it is safe to say that there will be some degree of residual compensation over the years, even if asymptomatic. This is especially true if there was some direct or sudden trauma such as a car accident or a fall...
VANCOUVER CHIROPRACTIC asks “PSOAS or not PSOAS?”
Psoas or not Psoas? That is the ultimate question I ask myself when it comes to finding the cause of post-partum muscle overcompensation in the lower back. When a woman who has just given birth comes in for a chiropractic evaluation and treatment, I determine why there is a pattern of muscle contraction causing pain and...
SPINAL (HEALTH) COLUMN By VANCOUVER CHIROPRACIC
I get asked often how soon after an injury one should consult with a chiropractor. Waiting too long after an accident or injury to seek chiropractic treatment may not be wise. Due to the body’s compensatory mechanism, the original injury can cause further symptoms and other areas of the spine may begin to hurt....