Anaheim Hills Chiropractic and Sports Injuries Clinic

Research has found that excess weight increases our chances of developing heart disease to cancer to many muscle, joint, and nerve problems. In fact, a new study found that overweight individuals have a higher risk of carpal tunnel syndrome. If the number on your scale is putting a frown on your face (or numbness in your hand) here are our top two simple tips for losing a couple of pounds:... Control portions - clearing our plate might have made our parents happy, but it’s not helping our waistline- so leave a bite or two behind. Slowly increase your activity - maybe just a one-minute walk today, then a little more each day, but don’t increase activity by more than 10% per week. Now let’s put these tips to the test! Score yourself one health improvement point for each tip that you employ this week. How many points can you collect? Comment below! #WeightLoss #Health Source: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32893794/

A recent study concluded that surgery is no more effective than conservative care for rotator cuff tears: We found no significant differences in clinical outcomes between cuff repair and nonoperative treatment at 12-month follow-up.... And another new study compared spinal manipulation to standard physical therapy and found that spinal manipulation resulted in greater reductions in pain, disability and medication intake. If you or someone you know is suffering from a rotator cuff tear, take a look at this short clip to learn more! https://www.youtube.com/embed/ktLPQJ0SHoE?rel=0 #SpinalManipulation #ConservativeCare #RotatorCuff Source: https://www.sciencedirect.com//artic/pii/S1058274619307177

’ A new study found that up to 9 out of 10 mobile phone users suffer from related muscle and joint complaints! Neck and upper back complaints had the highest prevalence rates ranging from 55.8% to 89.9%. ... Check out this infographic for our top tips for cell phone safety! https://d2tdnxb10ob8wc.cloudfront.net//59bc3b34-da19-4362- #HealthyPhoneUse #CellPhoneSafety Source: https://www.sciencedirect.com//artic/pii/S2468781220300114

? Temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMD) is a term used to describe a group of symptoms in the temporomandibular joint, also called the TMJ. Up to 25% of the population will suffer from TMD symptoms, including jaw clicking, limited mouth opening, possible jaw locking, and pain. Fortunately for TMD sufferers, a new study found that manual therapy, like the type we provide, leads to significant improvements in pain and disability. ... So if you or someone you know is suffering from TMD, check out this video of one of our favorite exercise routines that can help! https://d2tdnxb10ob8wc.cloudfront.net/v1-v/rocabado-6x6.mp4 #TMD #ManualTherapy Source: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/9/8/2411

Researchers have found that early-onset lumbar disc problems may be present in up to 58% of young back pain patients. If you or someone you know suffers from lumbar discs, don’t wait until it’s too late. Watch the video below to learn more! ... https://www.youtube.com/embed/HzeWQYQcIts?rel=0 #LumbarDisc #ChiropracticCare Source: https://www.sciencedirect.com//artic/pii/S097656622030343X

? Lumbar Spinal Stenosis means that the tube surrounding your spinal cord and nerve roots has become too small, and your nerves are being compressed. Patients with stenosis often report pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness in their legs. Fortunately, a new study has found that spinal manipulation may help: The results of this study suggest that manual manipulation therapy is an effective intervention for treating pain and dysfunctio...n in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis. So, if you can’t walk quite as far as you’d like, give our office a call today to start feeling and walking better! Check out this quick summary that highlights the effectiveness and safety of spinal manipulation. https://d2tdnxb10ob8wc.cloudfront.net//33b1ca2b-7fa1-4168- #LumbarSpine #Stenosis #Chiropractic Source: https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp//32_2020-0/_article/-char/ja/

, , , , ’! Falls are a leading cause of injuries, sending more than two million people to the emergency department each year. Check out this infographic to learn how you can prevent falls with these simple, everyday tips! ... https://d2tdnxb10ob8wc.cloudfront.net//449f7eaf-1312-4c89- #PreventFalls #FallingTips Source: https://www.cdc.gov/homeandrecreationalsa//adultfalls.html

A small study examining the kick velocity of soccer players pre- and post-manipulation found: "A significant increase in ball velocity was observed as post-spinal manipulation." ... It’s no wonder why the majority of professional and Olympic athletes depend upon chiropractic care. Regardless of your athletic skills, if you’re looking for a little more pep in your kick give our office a call to schedule your appointment today! #Athletes #ChiropracticCare Source: https://journals.lww.com//The_Immediate_Effect_of_Spinal_M

’ A recent study concluded: Adults who engage in leisure-time aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities at levels recommended by the 2018 physical activity guidelines for Americans show greatly reduced risk of all-cause and cause-specific mortality. These data suggest that the physical activity levels recommended in the guidelines are associated with important survival benefits. Take a look at the 2018 physical activity guidelines for age-specific activ...ity recommendations. https://d2tdnxb10ob8wc.cloudfront.net//Physical-activity-g #StayActive #PhysicalActivity Source: https://www.bmj.com/content/370/bmj.m2031.long

Fruit and vegetable intakes were associated with up to 30% reduced odds of headaches. Do you know what else works? Chiropractic manipulation! Take a look at the video below to learn more about headaches. ... https://www.youtube.com/embed/nM2oVP0Y3W0?rel=0 #Headaches #ChiropracticManipulation Source: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40519-020-00984-7

A new study found that back pain is common during pregnancy: Low back pain pelvic girdle pain or a combination of the two is common during pregnancy and has been reported to occur in up to 90% of pregnant women.... The same study found that manipulation can help alleviate pain. Take a look at this infographic below to learn more about low back pain during pregnancy. https://d2tdnxb10ob8wc.cloudfront.net//pregnancy-lbp-infog #LowBackPain #Pregnancy Source: https://www.sciencedirect.com//artic/pii/S0161475420301275

? A team of neurosurgical experts reviewed various treatments for degenerative lumbar stenosis and concluded: A conservative approach based on therapeutic exercise may be the first choice in patients with lumbar stenosis" Give our office a call today for a customized exercise plan! ... #LumbarStenosis #SpinalDisorders Source: https://www.sciencedirect.com//artic/pii/S2590139720300107

? A new study highlighted the connection between adolescent weightlifting and pain. Weightlifting predisposes athletes to low back pain. Using excessive weights and performing improper techniques puts the back in a compromising position that may lead to injury. ... However, there are safe ways for young athletes to build strength. Check out our safe lifting guidelines in the infographic below! https://d2tdnxb10ob8wc.cloudfront.net//safe-lifting-guidel #SafeLifting #Athletes Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7417116/