Going to the chiropractor for the first time can be a scary experience. You may be worried that the procedure is going to hurt or feel concerned that your issues won't be addressed and you will leave the office still frustrated and in pain. Here are ways you can prepare for your first chiropractor appointment so you can enter the chiropractic clinic with ease. Calling the office When you first call to make your chiropractor appointment, you will want to have a list of your symptoms and how long you have been feeling them in hand.

When your back hurts, it can be challenging to go through your day to day life. That's why it's important to take steps to avoid further back pain. Use the tips below to prevent more pain in your back. Stop Looking Down at Screens If you are like millions of people, you own a smart phone and look down at it regularly. That puts your neck in an unnatural position, which can cause neck strain which ends up radiating down to your back.

One in ten people in Canada between the ages of 12 and 44 live with chronic pain. Those who suffer with chronic pain know how debilitating it can be and are often willing to try anything to make the pain go away. Here are some types of conditions associated with chronic pain and three alternative treatments some patients have found effective. Defining Chronic Pain Chronic pain is defined as pain that lasts longer than six months.