by HealthStar Clinic | Jul 27, 2016 | Back Pain
Low back pain relief is a common need of office workers and others, as indicated by the $100 billion spent on LBP each year. Let’s look at some statistics on back pain and then explore how prolonged sitting, both at work and at home, could be making your back hurt and...
by HealthStar Clinic | Jul 14, 2016 | Back Pain
According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), eight in 10 Americans will experience back pain in their lives. For an unfortunate percentage, that pain can turn into a chronic condition. These 4 simple changes can...
by HealthStar Clinic | May 24, 2016 | Back Pain
A growing number of children and teens are reporting instances of back pain, with up to 30% reporting pain “bad enough to limit their activities for anywhere from a few days to a few weeks,” according to Seattle Children’s Hospital. What can you do to help? The...
by HealthStar Clinic | Apr 29, 2016 | Back Pain, Blog, Chiropractic Treatment
The research is compelling that chiropractic is a safe and effective way to treat lower back pain. The results achieved by this form of care explain why it is advocated by governmental agencies in the United States and United Kingdom. Chiropractic research for pain in...
by HealthStar Clinic | Feb 17, 2016 | Back Pain, Blog
Many Americans suffer from back pain. In fact, the majority of us experience it at some point in our lives. Sometimes the cause is obvious, such as osteoarthritis. Often, though, lesser-known risk factors are involved. Prevalence of back pain in the US The statistics...
by HealthStar Clinic | Feb 12, 2016 | Back Pain, Sciatica
Although symptoms occur in the buttocks, hips, and legs, sciatica falls under the general umbrella of back pain. It results from various health conditions. Here are the six top root causes. Sciatica as a form of back pain First, it’s important to note that sciatica is...