Back pain chiropractic visalia ca

The FDA says Your Pain Medication may Cause a Heart Attack…or Stroke!

So, let’s say you are managing some nagging pain with some over-the-counter meds, or a little prescription here and there.  If you had a heart a attack or stroke, you, and perhaps your doctor would think they were entirely unrelated.  The FDA says, more strongly than ever, that those pain meds may be a big…

Back pain chiropractic visalia ca

Injections or Adjustments for Lower Back Pain

So, what is the best approach for back pain?  Well, that depends upon who you ask, but it shouldn’t.  The facts are what they are, regardless of who delivers them. If you look to the insurance company, it appears that epidural injections and surgery are what work best, because that seems to be what they…

Back pain chiropractic visalia ca

Medication Dangerous & Not Helpful for Lower Back Pain

Do you take medication for back, knee, or hip pain?  If you are like most people, you do.  Why?  Well, probably because it works, or at least, the commercials tell us it does.   And they couldn’t say that if it were not true, right? Acetaminophen is the most common drug ingredient in America. It…

Back pain chiropractic visalia ca

Exercise vs Stretching for Lower Back Pain

Lower Back pain is one of the most common, debilitating conditions that people deal with. In my office, I help people get out of pain and stay out of pain as a regular part of patient care.  Today, I would like to share an idea about how to avoid lower back pain. Short version: Brace…