Within each of your shoulders is a tiny fluid-filled like sack that is known as bursae. Their purpose is to help reduce any friction that may be created between your bones and joints. On some occasions, your bursae may become inflamed, which can be very painful. When this condition occurs, it is referred to in […]
Read MoreVertigo is defined as a feeling as though the room or your environment is spinning, or a sense of dizziness. The cause of this condition stems from disturbances within your brain or inner ear. It could be due to any number of the following causes: sudden head movements, inflammation in the ear, Meniere’s disease, a […]
Read MoreA lower back strain can create copious amounts of strain that unfortunately affect the patients’ quality of life. Strains of this nature can be particularly difficult to deal with at work, as it can disrupt your concentration or physical ability to perform your jobs’ required responsibilities. This leads us to two questions, what exactly is […]
Read MoreA proper night’s sleep is critical for our health. But when poor sleep positioning becomes a factor, this can be challenging for patients. Our sleep habits are often overlooked, for example, the position we sleep in or even the stiffness of our pillows. While this may sound harmless, it can actually be detrimental for your […]
Read MoreChiropractic Care For Headaches Headaches can occur for a number of reasons. Whether it be related to your lifestyle, your genetics, or some other underlying factor. Regardless, headaches are never fun to deal with. If you experience constant headaches or migraines, you should seek out the help of a professional. Many of those who suffer […]
Read MoreWhat Causes Hip Pain? Although the hip joint is both strong and durable, it is not indestructible. With age and continued wear and tear, the cartilage in the hip bone is likely to become worn down and weakened. If you’re feeling intense hip pain and need assistance, Dr. Sophia Argeropoulos, our chiropractor near Mt. Sinai, […]
Read MoreHow Do Allergies Occur? In the majority of situations, allergies are primarily caused by allergens. Allergens are described as molecules with the potential to cause allergies that can come from tree pollen, mold, food, dust mites, and animals. The human body tends to mistake one or more of these substances as a threat, causing a […]
Read MoreHow Chiropractors Can Improve Your Flexibility For many, the best way to improve flexibility is regular, routine visits with the chiropractor. By aligning the spine and joint ligaments to maximize health benefits, the body can increase flexibility, mobility, and immunity. Protecting your spine and flexibility as you age is an important factor in preventing falls, […]
Read MoreChiropractic Care for TMJ While you may already know that chiropractors can tend to injuries related to back and spinal issues, did you know that they can treat various other complications? For example, jaw-related discomfort such as Temporomandibular Joint Disorder, or TMJ for short, is a condition that our chiropractor near Mt. Sinai can […]
Read MoreChiropractic Care and Neuropathy About 60 percent of patients with diabetes develop peripheral neuropathy, which causes numbness, tingling, and decreased sensation in the extremities, increasing the risk of infection and falls. Symptoms of peripheral neuropathy include a sense of dizziness, shooting nerve pain, and intermittent numbness. This sensation often lasts throughout the day, including at […]
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