The current COVID-19 outbreak has forced us to make some changes in the way we practice. In the office we’re doing everything we can to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients that come in for treatment. We’ve had several requests for alternative options for those patients who want to begin or continue treatment […]
Why Walking is One of Our Favorite Exercises
March 28, 2020 | Lauren Tortorici, DC Walking is something we recommend to almost all of our patients. Research shows that there are numerous health benefits of walking, and it is a safe activity for people who are experiencing pain. Here are some of the reasons why walking is one of our favorite exercises to […]
How To Treat Low-Risk Injuries When You Can’t Get To A Doctor
March 26, 2020 | Lauren Tortorici, DC Sometimes injuries happen at the most inopportune moments. As long as you are not in immediate danger and don’t suspect any serious injuries, such as a fracture or dislocation, there are some steps you should take in the initial stages of healing. Use the mnemonic “PRICE” as a […]
How to Improve Back Pain When Sitting at Your Desk
March 23, 2020 | Lauren Tortorici, DC Whether you work at an office or regularly spend time working on a computer at home, it’s important to make sure your workstation is set up properly. One of the most common complaints we hear from patients with back or neck pain is that their pain worsens when […]
Top 3 Supplements for Immune Support
March 20, 2020 | Lauren Tortorici, DC There are certain times of year when your immune system could use an extra boost. Here are our recommendations for 3 supplements you can take to support optimal immune function. Vitamin C Vitamin C is one of the most widely-known supplements for immune support. It acts to protect […]
How to Protect Yourself From Getting Sick During Cold & Flu Season
March 17, 2020 | Lauren Tortorici, DC Unfortunately there are often flu and other illness outbreaks that spread throughout our communities. Although sometimes it feels like catching a cold is inevitable, there are several steps you can take to protect yourself and support your immune system. Here are our top tips to protect yourself from […]
How to Avoid Sprain/Strain Injuries
March 13, 2020 | Lauren Tortorici, DC With springtime almost here and the days getting longer, many of us are excited to get outside and start exercising again. While outdoor exercise is great for so many different health reasons, we need to be careful to ease back into our exercise routines so that we can […]
Top 5 Tips for Preventing Back Pain
March 11, 2020 | Lauren Tortorici, DC 1. Incorporate regular physical activity throughout the day Our bodies are designed for regular movement. We evolved to spend our days walking, running, climbing, squatting, lifting, and reaching. Unfortunately modern society requires that most of us spend a large portion of our day sitting, whether that’s in the […]
How To Improve Back Pain When Driving
March 4, 2020 | Lauren Tortorici, DC One of the most common issues we hear from patients suffering from back pain is difficulty while driving. Driving can intensify neck, mid back, and low back pain by forcing us to sit in a suboptimal posture for a sustained period of time. Most cars do not have […]
Top 5 Supplements for Optimal Health
February 28, 2020 | Lauren Tortorici, DC Our patients regularly ask us about information and recommendations for nutritional supplements. While recommendations can vary greatly based on a person’s health status and individual needs, there are some recommendations we make to most patients regarding supplements for optimal health. 1. Multivitamin A good quality multivitamin is one […]
