Dr. Eric's Blog

• posted: Oct. 20, 2021

Bottom Line: Have you been told that you have spinal stenosis? If so, you're not alone. Millions of people suffer from spinal stenosis each day, and it's the number one reason people over Read More

• posted: Oct. 20, 2021

Bottom Line: Your neck has a tough job. It has to hold, stabilize, and move the weight of your head... every day... for a lifetime. Holding up 11 pounds may not seem like Read More

• posted: Oct. 01, 2021

Bottom Line: Both strength and flexibility play a significant role in how your posture develops. For instance, having both a strong and flexible core helps the body to dynamically adapt to every Read More

• posted: Oct. 01, 2021

Bottom Line: Believe it or not, many of us spend 3 hours or more per day on our smartphones. That adds up to over 1,000 hours each year! And the positions we Read More

• posted: Oct. 01, 2021

Bottom Line: When discussing posture, we’re often referring to the overall position of your body as you stand, sit, or lie down. Most experts would agree that a "good" overall posture involves Read More

• posted: Oct. 01, 2021

Bottom Line: Is there such a thing as perfect posture? The answer may surprise you. The latest research shows that it’s actually more beneficial to think about your posture as dynamic, not Read More

• posted: Aug. 27, 2021

Bottom Line: Is your child connected to a phone, computer, or tablet during and after school? Think about it. Many of us aren't more than an arm's length from our phone at any Read More

• posted: Aug. 27, 2021

Bottom Line: Years ago, many believed that the health benefits of exercise were limited to the body. However, research has demonstrated that regular physical activity and movement can benefit both the body Read More

• posted: Aug. 27, 2021

Bottom Line: Youth sports are a big deal. It's estimated that over 45 million kids are actively engaged in sports! While sports give kids a fantastic opportunity to grow socially and physically, they Read More

• posted: Aug. 27, 2021

Bottom Line: As students worldwide return to school, it's likely many will be e-learning in some capacity for hours each day on their digital devices. While our devices can be fantastic tools Read More

• posted: Aug. 01, 2021

Bottom Line: Do you know the benefits of chiropractic care? Chiropractors help your body heal itself through movement-based techniques that influence your body's nervous system, muscles, and joints. Many people know that chiropractors Read More

• posted: Aug. 01, 2021

Bottom Line: About 30 years ago, the medical community shifted how they thought pain should be addressed. "Pain is a 5th vital sign" became a rallying cry, and new medications were created Read More

• posted: Aug. 01, 2021

Bottom Line: The truth will set you free! While much of the information about how the opioid epidemic is shocking, it's important to understand how we got here. For example, when we first Read More

• posted: Jul. 30, 2021

Bottom Line: There is no question that opioids are powerful pain killers. The problem is... they are also highly addictive and don't actually fix the cause of your pain. If you're struggling with Read More

• posted: Jul. 30, 2021

Bottom Line: It's estimated that over 200 million opioid prescriptions are written each year. This use and abuse has led to an epidemic that's been fueled by chronic pain. Opioids temporarily hide Read More

• posted: Jul. 11, 2021

Bottom Line: Did you know… tennis elbow isn't just for athletes. Lateral epicondylitis – or tennis elbow - is a painful condition that occurs when the tendons in your elbow become inflamed Read More

• posted: Jul. 11, 2021

Bottom Line: Knees hurt? You're not alone. Chronic knee pain is thought to affect up to 25% of adults and can significantly limit your mobility and quality of life. Your knee is Read More

• posted: Jul. 11, 2021

Bottom Line: While figuring out the difference between hip and SI (sacroiliac) joint pain can be extremely confusing, being able to identify which one is the culprit is crucial when you’re Read More

• posted: Jul. 05, 2021

Bottom Line: Did you know… your shoulder is the most unstable and moveable joint in your body. Its wide range of motion is facilitated by four primary muscles and their tendons, which Read More

• posted: Nov. 29, 2017

Fun was yesterday from 3:30 to 4:30 pm when I looked around and counted 16 people in the office at one time! The best part? That included 8 children! It Read More