Chiropractic Adjustment

Top 4 Stretches for Back Pain Between Chiropractic Visits

Dr. Joshua Gelber2018-10-09T11:55:17-04:00

When you go to the chiropractor for an adjustment, you’ll often be instructed to do some stretches or exercises related to the issue you went in for in-between visits. Whether you have an injury you are trying to heal or your spine becomes misaligned from daily activity, it’s important to see the chiropractor for adjustments and a closer look at how your body is functioning. Since everything in the body is connected, having one thing off will affect everything else. Take a look at these four stretches you can do for back pain between chiropractic visits to help heal and relieve [...]

Top 4 Stretches for Back Pain Between Chiropractic VisitsDr. Joshua Gelber2018-10-09T11:55:17-04:00

How can Chiropractic Care Help with Sleep Issues?

How can Chiropractic Care Help with Sleep Issues?

Dr. Joshua Gelber2018-08-03T13:32:37-04:00

Do you struggle with poor sleep? Whether you struggle to fall asleep, you wake up often, or you just can’t seem to get any sleep, any time of sleep dysfunction or insomnia can be detrimental to your health and daily life. That’s why many are seeking help from their Chiropractors after learning that chiropractic care can help with sleep issues. Take a look a closer look at different sleep issues, how chiropractic care can help, and how to set your night of sleep up for success. Sleep disorders It turns out at least half of North Americans and even more suffer [...]

How can Chiropractic Care Help with Sleep Issues?Dr. Joshua Gelber2018-08-03T13:32:37-04:00

Chiropractic Care Positively Impacts a Patient with Cystic Fibrosis

Chiropractic Care Positively Impacts a Patient with Cystic Fibrosis

Dr. Joshua Gelber2018-06-07T20:30:33-04:00

The prevalence of Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is 1 in every 3500 infants. This disorder results in a decreased life span, persistent infections and overwhelming medical costs. The lungs become targeted as large amounts of mucus forms and can block airways causing acute inflammation and chronic respiratory infections. Current treatment for CF involves a variety of approaches to be effective. The patient in this case study was a young male with CF who sought the goal of improving his quality of life. This was mainly due to the repeated infections, inability to participate in sports and lack of sleep he experienced which stemmed from his CF. [...]

Chiropractic Care Positively Impacts a Patient with Cystic FibrosisDr. Joshua Gelber2018-06-07T20:30:33-04:00

Improvement of Epileptic Patient following Upper Cervical Chiropractic care

Improvement of Epileptic Patient following Upper Cervical Chiropractic care

Dr. Joshua Gelber2018-05-16T17:30:33-04:00

Epilepsy starts in the brain and often results in seizures without the presence of other conditions. Typically epilepsy affects both males and females equally. In 2013 in the United States, 1% of individuals under the age of 17 (750,000) and 1.8% of adults over the age of 18 (4.3 million) were diagnosed with epilepsy. A recent survey revealed that more and more epileptic patients are seeking Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM), with more than 20% receiving Chiropractic care. In this case study, a 22 year old female started Chiropractic care suffering with daily headaches and seizures typically occurring every 3 days. [...]

Improvement of Epileptic Patient following Upper Cervical Chiropractic careDr. Joshua Gelber2018-05-16T17:30:33-04:00

Progress Displayed in Autistic Behaviours after Chiropractic Care

Progress Displayed in Autistic Behaviours after Chiropractic Care

Dr. Joshua Gelber2018-05-10T22:10:20-04:00

The neurodevelopmental disorder labelled as autism is defined by the atypical social interaction and communication where the individual uses repetitive behaviours and mannerisms. In New Zealand, about one in every one hundred people is affected by this disorder. The cause of this disorder is unidentified but some hypothesize that the main factors that play a role in autism are environmental, biological and genetic. Individuals with autism suffer from impairments in social interactions, both verbal and non-verbal communication and exhibit repetitive or reserved behavioural patterns during activities and interests. The first patient in this case study was a 20 year old autistic male who had [...]

Progress Displayed in Autistic Behaviours after Chiropractic CareDr. Joshua Gelber2018-05-10T22:10:20-04:00

Sciatica? 3 solutions you can do yourself to help manage the pain.

Sciatica? 3 solutions you can do yourself to help manage the pain.

Dr. Joshua Gelber2018-04-04T15:16:14-04:00

Pain that starts in the low back and slowly starts to creep down the leg could be a condition called sciatica which is a compression of the sciatic nerve. Now that’s a general descriptor, as there are many variations of sciatica related symptoms; Spine-Health.com lists a number of different versions, including: A "killer" pain in the leg Constant pain in only one side of the buttock or leg, but rarely in both sides Pain typically described as sharp or searing, rather than dull A "pins-and-needles" sensation, numbness or weakness, or a prickling sensation down the leg in some cases Weakness or [...]

Sciatica? 3 solutions you can do yourself to help manage the pain.Dr. Joshua Gelber2018-04-04T15:16:14-04:00

Sleeping can Take Your Breath Away…Literally – Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Chiropractic

Sleeping can Take Your Breath Away…Literally – Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Chiropractic

Dr. Joshua Gelber2017-11-29T20:46:09-05:00

Many individuals experience breathing difficulties during sleep. Such difficulties may include snoring, choking, or a form of sleep apnea. Of particular interest in today’s article is a condition known as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) which causes abnormal pauses in breathing that are typically the result of obstruction of the upper airway. Some symptoms of OSA include excessive daytime sleepiness, unrefreshed sleep, difficulty concentrating, and fatigue. In addition, several factors increase one’s risk of developing OSA such as obesity, male gender, age, family history, menopause, craniofacial abnormalities, smoking, alcohol use, and more. Moderate and severe cases of OSA are typically treated with the use of [...]

Sleeping can Take Your Breath Away…Literally – Obstructive Sleep Apnea and ChiropracticDr. Joshua Gelber2017-11-29T20:46:09-05:00

A Natural Way to Relieve Childhood Congestion

A Natural Way to Relieve Childhood Congestion

Dr. Joshua Gelber2017-10-18T17:42:01-04:00

Do your kids suffer from childhood congestion that you just can’t seem to get control of? You may not have heard that the chiropractor can be a good source of relief for this issue. If you’re hesitant to take your kids to a chiropractor for adjustments while they have a growing body, keep in mind that it’s not only safe, but it’s recommended for great health. Not only will their body be functioning better, but things like childhood congestion won’t be as big of an issue for your household like it may be for others. Take a look at why children [...]

A Natural Way to Relieve Childhood CongestionDr. Joshua Gelber2017-10-18T17:42:01-04:00

How Chiropractic Helps Hypertension & High Blood Pressure

How Chiropractic Helps Hypertension & High Blood Pressure

Dr. Joshua Gelber2017-09-21T20:25:47-04:00

Are you struggling with high blood pressure? It’s becoming more and more common as around 70 million North Americans suffer from hypertension. This equates to one-third of the adult population and it starts with 1 in 3 North Americans having higher than normal blood pressure readings. In addition to this epidemic, 1 in 5 adults don’t even realize they have it since there aren’t really symptoms that would advise them otherwise. Unless you are getting regular physicals, you may not realize you are suffering from this. Take a look at how chiropractic care can help you treat or avoid hypertension. All [...]

How Chiropractic Helps Hypertension & High Blood PressureDr. Joshua Gelber2017-09-21T20:25:47-04:00

Chiropractic helps those with Fibromyalgia

Chiropractic helps those with Fibromyalgia

Dr. Joshua Gelber2017-07-14T13:57:38-04:00

If you or a loved one suffers from fibromyalgia, chiropractic care may be right for you. Fibromyalgia is the most common cause of widespread pain. Women are more 10 to 20 times more likely to have fibromyalgia than men. Fibromyalgia is characterized by chronic diffuse pain that is longer than 3 months accompanied by 11 of 18 soft tissue tender points. The condition is frequently associated with stiffness, fatigue, lack of sleep, paresthesia, headaches, dysmenorrhea, and irritable bowel syndrome. The treatments of the condition are unknown. However some treatment plans have included: prescription of low-dose antidepressant medications, light aerobic exercise and cognitive behavioural therapy. In this case study, [...]

Chiropractic helps those with FibromyalgiaDr. Joshua Gelber2017-07-14T13:57:38-04:00

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