Category Archives: Pain Management
The Difference Between Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Are you one of those people who are usually hunched over your computer, only to look up and find that many hours have passed without you knowing it? Do you sometimes have a sore or swollen wrist and do not know why? So many people are still working remotely and often don’t realize the long…
Can Stretching Help Prevent Injury?
Stretching significantly assists in injury prevention, helping you participate in physical activities while promoting overall well-being. Learn more about the benefits of stretching.
Easy Stretches for Lower Back Pain
Stretching can help alleviate back pain, prevent injuries while exercising, and provide several additional benefits. This post highlights five basic stretches that target lower back pain.
Tips to Make Holiday Travel Easier on Your Body
While holidays themselves are occasions to relax, eat, and enjoy time with family and friends, no one looks forward to holiday travel. This post will provide tips on making holiday travel as comfortable as possible, whether driving or flying to your destination.
Chiropractic Care for Joint Pain Relief
Joint pain is practically unavoidable as we continue to grow older. Fortunately, chiropractic therapy has been proven to mitigate and alleviate joint pain and its associated symptoms.
The Benefits of the BaxMAX Back Support Brace
The BaxMAX Back Support Brace is recommended by over 97% of the people who use it. This is just one of the many reasons we carry them in our office. At Merckling Family Chiropractic, we do not advocate for any therapeutic products we would not use ourselves. The BaxMAX support system has proven itself to…
eSports Injuries and Chiropractic Therapy
More than 200 million Americans play video games at least once per week. And whether people are playing these games on smartphones, video game consoles, or computers, the repetitive hand movements made while playing video games can lead to injuries. Fortunately, certain chiropractic treatment methods effectively mitigate these eSports-related injuries.
Treating Common Back Problems
Experiencing lower back pain is extremely common and even more so as you age. Fortunately, chiropractic therapy has proven to treat lower back pain and its associated symptoms effectively.
Ways to Prevent Back Pain When Shoveling Snow
Snowfall during the cold winter months makes shoveling the snow from your driveway and walkway an inevitability. Although it may not be enjoyable, shoveling snow is a great way to burn calories quickly. However, if not done correctly, shoveling snow may also induce back pain. This article will provide you with tips to help prevent…
Common Causes of Acute Low Back Pain
Acute low back pain is the most commonly experienced type of back pain. It usually lasts between a few days to several weeks, but it can worsen if not adequately treated. Chiropractic therapy has proven to be effective in treating the symptoms of low back pain. Additionally, a chiropractor can teach you exercises and stretches…
