We are amidst one of the most stressful times in history for the American people. It is no wonder we are getting more and more calls from patients who need help with headaches. Stress causes blood pressure to rise, tension to hold in your muscles, and your entire body to contract. It alone can cause [...]
Chances are you or someone you know lives with and deals with being in chronic pain. Chronic pain is defined as being in pain most days for at least six months. Chronic pain is one of the most commonly reported reasons for medical visits. It is directly linked with limitations on activities, reduced quality of [...]
A good chunk of the population of the United States works daily sitting at a computer in an office. Having your workspace adjusted properly by the desk, chair, and monitor height is vital to remaining comfortable throughout the day and healthy overall. Here are some basic recommendations from the office of Dr. Jason Kaster, D.C. [...]
When entering into any surgery we are aware of the risks but, of course, hope for the very best possible outcome. An eye-opening study back in 2011 revealed that a whopping *74% of back surgeries result in failure. Though medical technology has advanced since then, the number of people still in pain after surgery is [...]
It always surprises us to hear people say “I have never had a massage”. Massage therapy is so massively beneficial to the body that we consider it normal maintenance - a requirement for health. Your body goes through a lot in the normal course of daily life. You wouldn't drive your car around and never [...]
If you have been injured in an auto accident, chiropractic care is one of the most effective treatments for soft tissue injuries as well as whiplash. Confused About Treatment? If you’re not sure about what medical action to take following your automobile accident and are concerned about who will pay for the cost, call our [...]
Footwear has long been a matter of personal preference. Style, comfort, color, fit, all come into play. How you dress has to coordinate with the choice of shoes you put on your feet. There is a lot to it. In Southwest Florida one of the most predominate choices because of our lovely tropical weather is [...]
When we are little and learning to walk, the squat position is a safe go-to in-between position to keep us from falling and injuring ourselves. If you watch a child who is just beginning to walk you will see them often pause and squat and then keep going. When you are a kid it’s natural. [...]
Life in 2020 is busy to say the very least. We have created lives where we can have it all, work, family, beautiful homes, hobbies, you name it - the sky is the limit, but at what cost? Many of us pack so much into our days that we aren't getting the rest we need. [...]
Have you ever woken up with your back sore, moved the wrong way and felt pain, or simply had a sudden onset? If so you are far from alone. According to www.backpainhelp.com a survey was done which asked just over 2,000 people with back pain about their issues and were told that 25% of the [...]