For the majority of us who work in office and at desk jobs, we spend a great deal of time sitting down. While sitting for most of the day seems pretty low risk compared to other occupational hazards, sitting in the same position all the time can stress the structures of the spine, and may…
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Choosing the Right Keyboard and Mouse Wrist Pad
Computer work has become the backbone of most of our daily lives. But with its rise in the workplace, there has been a concurrent increase in injuries associated with repetitive computer work, such as carpal tunnel syndrome and repetitive strain injury. Incorrect usage of a keyboard or a mouse can be the culprit, since unnatural…
Find the Right Pillow for a Healthier Night’s Sleep
Sleepless in America? For more than one in three Americans, getting a good night’s sleep isn’t as easy you might think. According to a recent poll by the National Sleep Foundation, a combination of daily stress and lifestyle choices (including nighttime activities as well as eating and exercise habits) is causing more than a third…
How To Pick Running Shoes
At my chiropractic office in Springfield, VA we treat a wide range of running injuries. One of the first questions I always asked my patients who run; What kind of running shoes do you have? Were you fitted for the shoes at a running store? Running is wonderful cardiovascular exercise and a popular workout choice…
Vibram Five Fingers the next big thing or the next big injury?
Unless you have been living under a rock for the past couple of years you have probably heard of Vibram Five Fingers shoes. These shoes are very minimalistic in nature and create a barefoot like experience for your feet. The human foot has 26 bones, 33 joints, 20 muscles, and tons of sensory receptors also called…