Sleep Posture
Tuesday, July 21, 2015 5:34 pm • Alex Murray
Sleep Posture
Many patients ask what is the right sleep posture for them? Unfortunately, there is never one correct way to sleep that can be applied to everyone equally. Generally, I recommend sleeping on your back with a pillow under the knees. However, a patient who snores or is a restless sleeper […]
Chiropractic more than cracking!
Monday, September 15, 2014 1:38 pm • Alex Murray
Are chiropractors all about the “crack”?
If there is one thing that a new patient usually knows about chiropractic, it is those loud “cracking” sounds involved with adjustments. These audible releases of gas pockets are generally known as “cavitations” that are the result of joints releasing gas pockets and popping, […]
Plantar Fasciitis – Quick Help
Wednesday, October 15, 2014 4:27 pm • Alex Murray
Plantar Fasciitis
The What?
– Plantar fasciitis(PF) is the burning, sharp or sore pain that someone may experience at the heel of their foot or the mid arch region.
Common pain patterns include: experiencing pain in the morning on the first few steps or pain that increases during long walks, standing […]
Friday, Mar. 24. 2017 • Dr. Alex Murray (Chiropractor)
The What?
– Rib pain, specifically the lower part can be felt in three areas; on the side, posterior (back) and anterior (chest). Lower rib pain is felt usually as a sharp pain in the upper low back, upper abdomen (stomach), and side regions. Sometimes people may also have accompanying numbness and pain that […]
Friday, March 24. 2017 – Dr. Alex Murray (Chiropractor)
Rib Pain (Part 1- Upper ribs)
The What?
– Rib pain, specifically the upper part can be felt in two main areas, posterior (back) and anterior (chest). Upper rib pain is usually felt as either a sharp or deep dull pain on the inside of the scapula (shoulder blade) or it can be a sharp […]