Strive Chiropractic Blog
Why Sit-ups Are Bad For Your Back and the Right Exercise To Try Instead
Thirty years ago, middle schoolers across the US were holding the feet of their partner and counting the number of sit ups completed. Physical education class would not have felt complete without fitness testing that included the painful crunches on the hardwood gym floor. No pain; no gain. Right? Maybe not… While back pain can…
7 Little Known Benefits of Chiropractic Care
Ever since the chiropractic profession emerged in the United States in the late 19th century, there has been a perception that chiropractic care is required only in the case of back or neck pain. This isn’t the case though. There is a reason that one million chiropractic adjustments are performed on Americans every day. What…
The Best Way to Help a Baby With Colic
As any parent who has ever had a colicky baby can attest to, colic is not a fun time. Colic can be overwhelming, confusing, and heart wrenching for new (and likely sleep-deprived) parents. Fortunately, there is help. What Is Colic And How Can I Tell If I Have A Colicky Baby? For those fortunate parents…
6 Natural Remedies for Plantar Fasciitis
There’s nothing worse than pain that affects your feet. Foot pain makes it hard to do even the most basic daily activities. Even worse, it can have an impact on the rest of your body, especially if left untreated long enough. Injections, medications, and surgery are options to treat plantar fasciitis; however, these six natural…
Why Outdoor Time is Important for Kids
Due to the boom in technology, kids are spending more and more time inside in front of video games and smartphones and spending less time outside. Why is that such a big deal? Why Outdoor Play is Important American children are busier now than ever before. Between school, extra-curricular activities, and the lure of video…
Pinched Nerve vs Herniated Disc
Back and neck pain are common complaints, but neither is always a sign of a pinched nerve or herniated disc. However, both can be symptoms of either condition as well. If you are experiencing some of the common symptoms of a pinched nerve or herniated disc, you may wonder how to tell which condition you…