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Exercise for Pain Between Shoulder Blades
Let’s learn a great exercise to help with upper back pain and stiffness! This exercise targets your serratus anterior muscle, which helps...
Teresa Porter
Sep 17, 20241 min read


Exercise for Slouchers or Bad Posture!
Do you slouch? Struggle keeping an upright posture? Have mid-back stiffness? Give this exercise a try! Kneeling thoracic extensions are...

Dr. Logan Bates
Aug 20, 20241 min read


Benefits of Low Back Adjustment
Low back pain is a common complaint that can significantly impact your quality of life. While many people reach for over-the-counter pain...
Teresa Porter
Aug 13, 20241 min read


The Power of Cupping!
Cupping Testimonial - Adam came in experiencing some back pain that was at the base of his neck, out towards his shoulders, and down the...
Teresa Porter
Jul 23, 20241 min read


Good Posture is a Myth!
T here’s no such thing as perfect posture. How many times in your life have you been told to sit up straighter, to pull your head back,...
Teresa Porter
May 9, 20242 min read


Use Your Hips More & Your Low Back Less
One of the first things we look at when people come into our office with low back pain is how tight their hips are. When hips are tight,...

Dr. Logan Bates
Apr 23, 20241 min read


What Pillow and Mattress is Best For Your Spine?
Let's talk about pillows and mattresses! A lot of people like to blame their mattress for their low back pain. Can your mattress actually...
Teresa Porter
Mar 7, 20241 min read


How to Foam Roll Your Upper Back
Do you struggle with upper back stiffness? Do you sit at a desk all day with bad posture? Are you a new mom who is constantly holding and...

Dr. Logan Bates
Feb 27, 20241 min read


Low Bear Exercise - Great for Core Strengthening
Looking for an exercise that will work your entire body? Look no further. Low bear is all about stability about the spine, while working...
Teresa Porter
Jan 30, 20241 min read


Mckenzie Method Helps with Disc Herniations / Disc Bulges
Struggling with sciatica? Been diagnosed with a disc bulge or disc herniation? Have burning, numbness, or tingling down her arms and/or...

Dr. Logan Bates
Jan 23, 20241 min read


Low Back Pain? Try this Exercise!
Painful lower back? Limited range of motion? Pain shooting down your leg? Look no further! This exercise is for you. There are many...

Dr. Logan Bates
Jan 11, 20241 min read


Pregnancy Low Back Pain and Chiropractic Care
Did you know that Chiropractic care is fantastic for pregnant women? Pregnancy causes a lot of low back and hip-related pain due to the...
Teresa Porter
Dec 7, 20231 min read


Do you have a stiff mid back? Try this exercise!
Mid Back Pain??? 😫 Trigger Points???😤 Desk Worker???👨💻 Do you have a stiff mid back? Do you suffer with trigger points between your...

Dr. Logan Bates
Nov 9, 20231 min read


What are the most common causes of low back pain?
1. Muscle or ligament strain: This is the most common cause of low back pain, and it can happen from lifting something too heavy, making...
Teresa Porter
Oct 24, 20231 min read


The Benefits of Diaphragmatic Breathing
Diaphragmatic breathing is a type of breathing that involves using your diaphragm, a large muscle that separates your chest from your...

Dr. Logan Bates
Sep 28, 20232 min read


Bird Dog Exercise to Help With Back Pain
Bird Dog 🐦🐶 is a great exercise to start strengthening your back and core muscles. It can also help improve your posture and reduce...
Teresa Porter
Aug 10, 20231 min read


Dead Bug Exercise for Low Back Pain
The dead bug exercise is a simple but effective core exercise that can help to strengthen your abdominal muscles, improve your posture,...

Dr. Logan Bates
Jul 27, 20231 min read


Your Disc Injuries Will Heal
Stop blaming old injuries! We often hear people complain about their neck or back pain today because they had a disc bulge years and...

Dr. Logan Bates
Jul 25, 20231 min read


Why is it better to strengthen a muscle rather than stretch it?
Why is it better to strengthen a muscle rather than stretch it? Stretching feels wonderful at the moment, but is it actually helping? The...

Dr. Logan Bates
Jul 20, 20231 min read


How To Do A Glute Bridge
Let’s work your booty! Too often, low back pain is a result of weak glute muscles. When your hips (Glutes, Piriformis, Etc.) are weak and...
Teresa Porter
Jul 13, 20231 min read
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