Can a Chiropractor Help with Jaw Pain Jaw pain can be more than just an occasional annoyance—it can interfere with speaking, chewing, yawning, and even sleeping. For many people, it becomes a chronic issue that significantly affects quality of life. One often overlooked treatment option is chiropractic care. While many associate chiropractors solely with spine […]
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Can a Chiropractor Help with a Pinched Nerve? Dealing with pain, tingling, or numbness that just won’t go away? You might be struggling with a pinched nerve. The good news is, yes – a chiropractor can help with a pinched nerve. At Riverstone Chiropractic in Oakland, CA, we use safe, natural treatments to relieve pressure
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Feeling overwhelmed? This week, we’re diving into three simple yet powerful strategies to help you calm a chaotic nervous system and find more peace in your daily life. 1. Declutter Your Physical Space: We often think of stress as purely mental or emotional, but our physical surroundings have a profound impact on our nervous system.
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What’s that popping sound at the chiropractor?🤔 Do you ever wonder what that popping sound is when you crack your knuckles or receive a chiropractic adjustment? It’s very similar to opening up a can of soda…⠀ What’s that popping sound at the chiropractor? The synovial fluid in your joints contains a mix of gases. When
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🏋🏻♀️ Ever since the start of the pandemic I’ve been trying to get a handle on what types of exercise actually feel joyful and sustaining for me. I have a very complicated relationship to powerlifting and strength training and bodybuilding. 😀 I first visited the weight room at a family YMCA when I was 14.
Prevalence of Pickleball Injuries: Pickleball, a rapidly growing sport, has gained popularity across all age groups. However, with increased participation comes a higher incidence of injuries. Players may encounter various injuries due to the dynamic nature of the game, ranging from falls and fractures to strains and tendinopathies. Using data collected from NEISS, the most
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Have you ever felt that unmistakable tension in your muscles after a strenuous workout or a long day of sitting at your desk? It’s a sensation we’re all too familiar with – tightness. But what does it really mean? Does a tight muscle signify strength or weakness? Let’s dive into the fascinating world of
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Do you experience shoulder pain in downward dog that isn’t present in most of your other daily motions? The reasons you are feeling shoulder pain may not be what you think. In this video I’m going to talk about the top 3 reasons that yoga practitioners feel shoulder pain in downward dog, and then we’ll
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Many folks head into their top surgeries knowing that their chest may feel painful or tight for days to weeks post-surgery. But they are often surprised to discover that pain in their necks or backs are bothering them as much or more than their actual incision-related pain. Between the muscle splinting (guarding) that happens post-trauma,
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Have you ever had the unfortunate experience(s) of: -Getting called “sir”or “ma’am” in the waiting room when that gendered greeting isn’t appropriate -Overhearing a conversation in which a doctor refers to you as “she” when your pronouns are “they/them” -Observing toxic masculinity and fitness culture that doesn’t allow for rest or listening to your body
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