Good posture doesn’t just give you confidence. It can also improve your overall health. Here are some tips for how to improve your posture.   At some point, we’ve all been told to “stand up straight!”—whether by a parent, teacher, or some other authority figure. And as you’ve gotten older, you may have come to see the wisdom of this advice. Having poor posture can pull joints out of alignment, stretch soft tissues, and even crowd your organs. Over time, this can lead to chronic pain and soreness. Fortunately, it’s never too late to learn how to improve your posture! In this article, we’ll ..read more

Holistic medicine is a term that most people have heard of but probably don’t have a great understanding of exactly what it is. Is it like conventional medical treatment? Are there different types of holistic medicine?  So what is holistic medicine? Many people think of holistic medicine as a type of pseudo-medicine. Maybe even a rejection of modern medicine. Holistic care is neither of those things. At its core, holistic medicine is about treating all aspects of the individual, not just the physical health or parts that are hurting or injured. Those who practice holistic care believe tha ..read more

Strong joints have a huge impact on your overall health. Here’s how to strengthen your joints to prevent injury and improve movement.   From creaking and popping to stiffness and pain, joint complaints are an expected part of getting older. But just because these symptoms are common doesn’t mean they are natural. When we feel pain and discomfort, we typically take it as a sign to rest the affected area. While this may relieve pain temporarily, it’s actually doing more harm in the long run. If you want to retain the use of your joints, regular use is the key. (As the saying goes, “use it o ..read more

Sick of the spinning feeling? Not only is it possible to see a chiropractor for vertigo, but it may be the most effective way to relieve your symptoms.   At some point or another, you’ve probably felt the strange sensation of vertigo. The room feels like it’s spinning and tilting, and you struggle to maintain your balance. If so, you’ve likely had one all-consuming question: “How do I make it stop?” While vertigo can be a debilitating condition, the good news is that there is often an easy solution. Let’s take a closer look at the times when seeing a chiropractor for vertigo can help reli ..read more

Looking to manage symptoms and reduce pain? Here are some things to avoid with degenerative disc disease.   As we get older, it’s very common for our bodies to start showing their age. However, for those living with degenerative disc disease, this process generally happens earlier—and causes more pain. If you’ve recently been diagnosed with disc degeneration, you’re probably wondering what to expect. In this guide, we’ll talk about some things to avoid with degenerative disc disease as well as steps you can take to slow the progression of this condition.   What Is Degenerative Disc D ..read more

Skeptical about the benefits of chiropractic care? Let’s answer the question, “How does a chiropractic adjustment work?”…with science.   Maybe a friend, family member, or neighbor swears by chiropractic care, but you’re skeptical that “cracking your back” can do anything for you. Maybe you know firsthand the relief that a chiropractor can provide. Maybe you’re just curious: how do chiropractic adjustments work? The benefits of regular chiropractic care are as scientific as they are effective. In this article, we’ll discuss what a chiropractic adjustment really is, how often you need chiro ..read more

Things have changed in recent years and a lot of people are working remotely. Don’t let your back pay the price. Here’s how to set up an ergonomic workspace anywhere that will help—not hurt—your body. The last few years have brought a lot of changes into our lives and included in those changes is that more people are working remotely. And while there are many pros you can find like working in pajamas and saving on gas, there are some cons you should be aware of too. One major one is that home offices are not always ergonomic.  Read on for more information about how to make the perfect er ..read more

Popping, clicking, and pain in your side? It could be slipping rib syndrome. Here’s how to treat it.   If you’re like most people, you rarely think about your rib cage…until it starts to hurt. It’s only then that you realize how much the ribs are involved in your daily movements. Though rare, slipping rib syndrome can have a tremendous impact on your daily life, even keeping you from doing the most basic tasks. In this article, we’ll take a deep dive into this rarely understood condition so you can find ways to get diagnosis, treatment, and the relief that you deserve.   What Is Slip ..read more

“Why does my shoulder hurt? All I did was sleep!” Here’s the reason behind shoulder pain when sleeping (and what you can do about it).   You want to wake up feeling refreshed and ready to greet your day but instead, you wake up feeling groggy and uncomfortable. That pain in your shoulder kept you awake again and to make matters worse, it doesn’t seem like it will improve at all today. Experiencing shoulder pain after sleeping is a common complaint, but that doesn’t mean that it’s normal—even as you age. Let’s get to the bottom of shoulder pain when sleeping, including how you can get rid ..read more

Pain and stiffness are never a welcome feeling. Here’s what to do if you’ve thrown out your back.   “Help! I threw out my back!” It’s something that many chiropractors (including Oviedo Chiropractic) hear from patients. And while back pain is one of the most common complaints among adults, it’s also a signal that something is drastically wrong. After all, pain is never “normal.” Yet even though back problems become more common as you age, that doesn’t mean you have to sit (or lie) back and take it. There is a way to both treat and prevent back pain so you can get back to the things you en ..read more