The History of Chiropractic Care Introduction Chiropractic, a discipline rooted in the belief that spinal health is fundamental to overall well-being, has a rich and fascinating history. Developed in the late 19th century, chiropractic practices have evolved, faced challenges, and gained widespread acceptance over the years. This blog aims...
What’s the crack? Recently, I have seen a lot of misinformation and misunderstanding about the “popping” or “cracking” sound that can be heard during spinal manipulation or when you crack your knuckles. The cause of the popping sound is also a question I get a lot from my students...
I get asked all the time by other therapists and my patients the same questions… massage guns, are they any good? Can I use one on myself at home? The answer to both these questions is yes, and of course, you can use one on yourself at home. However,...
DM Orthotics® are world-leading creators of medical rehabilitation and sports performance products and we are very excited to be working with DM Orthotics® here at Spriggs Chiropractic. DM Orthotics stands for Dynamic Movement Orthotics, which are custom made garments designed to worn under your everyday clothing. They provide support...
Workstation ergonomics is a huge topic of discussion that can be confusing for many. The reason for all the confusion is simply that workstation ergonomics is not an exact science. By this I mean that work station ergonomics takes into consideration everything from the desk, the chair, the amount...
Walking away from your back pain isn’t something we say flippantly. Walking is something that many of us take for granted until it is taken away, either temporarily through injuries to our legs or episodes of back pain. Or it can be taken away from us permanently from severe...
Wolff’s law is a physiological property of bone tissue. In its most technical terms, it is the principle of bone adaptation from stress generated potentials. In more simple terms, it is the change in bone structure as a result of the stresses placed on them. So for example, it...
Obesity and back pain, are they related? The simplest answer is yes, excessive body mass increases loads on the spine leading to excessive stress and strain on the tissues and joints of the low back. The effects of mechanical loads and forces on the spine is something that has...
Is Cracking your knuckles good or bad? This seems like one of the oldest questions of human kind almost on par with: “Which came first, the chicken or the egg? We have all had a friend, or family member tell you that cracking your knuckles will give you arthritis....