The Tennessee Back Pain Center Blog 

Nothing makes our day more than hearing stories like this one! 🙌 “I came in with severe neck, back and arm pain and when I left it was more manageable. Dr. Porter always listens and makes me comfortable. She explains everything she is doing before she does it and makes me feel like a part of the healing process — and she’s honest, which I love. I recommend anyone who is in need of good chiropractic work to go to the Tennessee Back Pain Center.” At Tennessee Back Pain Center,

Most people come to a chiropractor because something hurts — maybe it’s nagging back pain, a stiff neck, or that sharp ache that shows up every time you get out of bed. While it’s easy to focus on simply getting rid of the pain , true healing starts when we uncover why  that pain exists in the first place. At Tennessee Back Pain Center, our goal isn’t just to make you feel better for a few days — it’s to help your body move, function, and heal better for the long term. That s

If you spend a lot of time sitting at a desk or looking down at your phone, chances are your posture — and your shoulders — are paying the price. Over time, poor posture can lead to tight chest muscles, weak upper back muscles, and even neck or shoulder pain. One of our favorite exercises to combat this at Tennessee Back Pain Center  is the IYTWL sequence  — a simple yet powerful way to strengthen the postural muscles (rhomboids, traps, rotator cuff, and posterior deltoids) t

Water is such an under-rated aspect to our health! Water is essential to so many aspects of our bodies and frankly, most of us don't drink enough of it.  Benefits of Water: 1. Weight Loss 2. Healthy Skin 3. Helps Fight Infection 4. Eliminate Toxins 5. Healthy Heart 6. Less Joint Pain 7. Energy booster 8. Prevents constipation 9. Reduces the risk of cancer 10. Makes you feel better!  Put away those sugary drinks and add some extra water to your life!

When you’re living with arthritis, pain and stiffness can make it tempting to rest as much as possible. But here’s the surprising truth — too much rest can actually make arthritis pain worse.  The key to managing arthritis and improving your quality of life isn’t inactivity, it’s movement . Why Rest Can Make Arthritis Worse When joints ache, it’s natural to want to avoid using them. However, long periods of rest lead to: Muscle weakness, which makes joints less stable Joint s

At Tennessee Back Pain Center , our mission is simple — to help you move better, feel better, and live better.  These three pillars are at the heart of everything we do, from chiropractic adjustments and dry needling to corrective exercises and muscle work. Move Better. Healthy movement is the foundation of a healthy life. When your spine and joints move the way they’re designed to, your body functions more efficiently — reducing stress on muscles, improving posture, and rest

Insurance is too expensive to not take advantage of it! The end of the year is the time when most people have met or are close to meeting their deductibles. This means that actual insurance benefits kick in (the moment you’ve been waiting for). AKA you are paying less out of pocket and insurance companies will pick up the majority of the bill. If you have already met your deductible, it’s time to schedule all those appointments you’ve been holding off on. Get your annual bloo

If you’ve ever stepped out of bed and felt a sharp pain in your heel or arch, you may be experiencing plantar fasciitis —one of the most...

If you spend long hours sitting at a desk, driving, or bending forward throughout the day, you might be experiencing some low back pain....

The truth is, the best nutrition plan is the one that fits your body's unique needs.. What works well for one person, might not be the...

If you’ve been struggling with neck pain, stiffness, or limited mobility , a chiropractic neck adjustment  may be the solution you’re...

Chronic back pain is a pervasive problem, affecting millions of people and costing the healthcare system billions each year. When the...

Believing in yourself is half the battle for success. If you don’t believe you can walk 1 mile without back pain, you can’t. If you don’t...

The deadlift is one of the most effective exercises you can do to build strength, protect your spine, and improve posture. But it’s also...

When we think about spine health, we often focus on what we should  be doing: good posture, lifting with our legs, and maybe stretching....

Massage guns feel good, look cool, but do they actually work? Yes! A massage gun is an instrument that applies rapid and repetitive...

Is surgery right for you? That is a tricky question. When it comes to musculoskeletal health, surgery should be your last and final...

Does your mid-back feel stiff? Time for an adjustment! Adjustments can help loosen up your back, get your joints moving more, improve...

You can now schedule your appointments online, hassle free! We have created an online schedule for you to add, reschedule, or cancel your...

Have you or someone you know been diagnosed with a disc herniation or a disc bulge? This can be a scary diagnosis, especially according...