I would guess that at one point or another you have had some type of pain in your body. This is a pretty safe assumption. I would bet that you have also had some kind of problem that was brought on by something very minor. Let me give you an example. You wake up in the morning and walk into the bathroom and as you go to squeeze the toothpaste out of the tube you drop the lid on the floor. So you bend down to pick it up and zap, lightning sharp pain shoots up your spine and back down again. Read More

If you’re in pain, there are several possibilities for back pain treatment. Quite a few of the solutions count upon how you hurt yourself or how much discomfort you’re in. Persons get discomfort in their backs for a wide variety of good reasons. The vast majority of the difficulties stem from injuries, such as sport related injuries, job connected injuries, or other accidents. Others might occur from maturing, being overweight, genetics, or maybe poor posture. The longevity of Read More

This study, funded by the U.S. National Institutes of Health, was released online before being published in an upcoming print issue of the journal Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases. The study suggested that people who’s knees (Knee caps) point outwards may be at an increased risk of developing Osteoarthritis in the knees later on. This knee position where the knees point outwards creates a relatively large space between the knees while the ankles are closer together. It resembles a Read More

Everybody knows about Niagra Falls.  Well, at least every American knows about Niagra Falls.  It’s the largest single source of hydroelectric power in America.  It’s also a source of amazement for anyone who’s ever witnessed it.  If you’ve ever seen it, you marvel at both its beauty and incredible natural power.  One thing is for sure.  Mankind has surely learned how to work with that power to improve our quality of life.  But, what if the flow of water to Read More

Editorial Commentary: A recent balanced article in the Feb 13, 2008 issue of JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association) revealed that between 1997 and 2005, the costs for “standard medical management” of spinal pain syndromes (both neck and back) increased by an inflation-adjusted 63%, while measurable outcomes for physical functioning, work or school limitations, and social limitations among adults actually declined. During this same period, there was also an overall increase Read More

Editorial Commentary: I’m not enrolled in any of the Kaiser provider panels, so I have no vested interest in challenging their actions, but any time one Insurance Company explores a novel new way to reduce their costs, there’s always the chance that others will follow. Because Kaiser opened the conversation, asking whether chiropractic care actually provides benefits for those with neck pain, I draw your attention to the research we have gathered. The Chiropractic and Chronic Neck Read More

New Century Spine Centers in San Diego uses an FDA cleared medical therapy that solves 86% of back pain. For years, chiropractic doctors across the country have used spinal decompression for low back pain and sciatica. Now, this revolutionary treatment is available by chiropractors in San Diego for neck pain and headaches. Thousands of former neck pain and headache sufferers are calling non-surgical spinal decompression the miracle that they were looking for. This amazing new medical Read More

By Dr. P. Andrew Richetto, DC Why does the Chiropractor have me go back every week or two when he has already fixed me? The very same reason why your MD prescribes you Physical Therapy for 3 visits per week for 4-6 weeks. The same reason why your dentist wants you to brush your teeth three times daily. The same reason you exercise three or four… This is a planetchiropractic content summary feed. Visit www.planetchiropractic.com for complete content, links, and related media. – Read More

The human body has a natural structure that allows it to perform its daily tasks under the forces of gravity without irritation or imbalance. Because of this structure, we are able to walk, run, stand, and sit with less stress. The natural structure can be seen in our posture. The posture is a window to the form that your spine develops through the stages of growth. As we are born, our spine starts to develop a shape that will give us the stability that our body needs to resist gravity. Read More

This was a recent study that came out that looked at the relationship between usage of Tylenol in children and rates of Asthma and other allergies. As an aside, some of you may remember a recall that involved Children’s Tylenol a few months back. Although unrelated to this study, it does emphasize the need for parents to practice discretion before they give Tylenol, or any other drugs, to their children. On to the study. New research from around the world is finding that teens who Read More