Treating scoliosis is a race against time. If you catch it on the upward swing, the correct exercises can help reduce curvature and symptoms. It is unfortunate that many cases aren’t identified until the curve of the spine is too advanced. At that moment, treatment becomes more arduous and the risk of progression increases threefold.
The following exercises are the most recommended for people with scoliosis. Exercise is important for any person’s overall good health. However, for people with moderate or severe scoliosis, we recommend a San Francisco Chiropractor’s assessment first.
If you have been on a bicycle before, you’re probably aware that bicycle accidents are very common – especially here in San Francisco. Going out on your bike means putting yourself at risk of everything from the minor scrapes to severe injuries. These injuries can be a result of a tiny fall or a collision
Everyone I meet likes to think that they have the best chiropractor. Unless you have been to as many chiropractors as me, it can be difficult to know if you have the best chiropractor. Yes, you heard that correctly. As a chiropractor myself, I have visited many of the other chiropractic offices around me. I’ve even
We all know that exercise is an important aspect of a healthy lifestyle. Many of us are involved in recreational or competitive high-impact sports such as running, basketball, football or soccer. Yet just as important as staying in shape, is making sure the spine is protected and looked after. What is a high impact sport?
Like magic tricks, most neck pain seems to come out of thin air. It’s not like you were in a car crash or fell out of a tree house. There is no apparent reason for why your neck hurts. Most people do notice some patterns of their neck pain like it hurts more when you
In the sports world, repetitive movements and muscle overuse eventually lead to strain and injury. The consequences of staring down at our cell phones day in and day out? Text neck. It’s the poor posture that results from your forward head posture and adding tension to your cervical vertebrae that make up part of your
Are you an athlete? Or are you just a weekend warrior? Whether it be a sprain-strain or a herniated disc in the neck or the back, chiropractic care can help. You want a certified chiropractic sports physician that spends the majority of their day treating sports-related injuries.
A common complaint at our San Francisco chiropractic clinic is “I have severe neck pain after sleeping weird”. More often than not, the symptoms felt are ongoing but this one episode is worse than most. Some patients experience neck and shoulder pain after sleeping wrong and others notice tension headaches.
Most of the people we provide chiropractic services to in the Telegraph Hill Area of San Francisco spend most of their day sitting in front of a computer for too damn long. This is very difficult on the body. Not to mention, the low back takes most of the pressure. Sciatica occurs when pressure is put
The Graston Technique utilizes effective instruments that chiropractors use to help break up myofascial adhesions. Using stainless steel instruments, trained professionals can perform what is essentially a highly targeted and intense deep tissue therapy. This new, controlled inflammation, helps to increase blood flow and promote the healing process.
Hyperice’s Hypervolt looks more like a sleek futuristic instrument while the Theragun G2PRO looks more like a rugged tool. These two products are handheld vibrating recovery tools. Want to get your muscles activated faster? Drop your foam roller.
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Our clinics are conveniently located in the North Beach and Telegraph Hill neighborhoods of San Francisco.
