back pain treatment

Getting A Handle On Chronic Pain, Naturally

By madwire / April 18, 2019

Pain is the body’s way of saying something is going wrong. But when it comes to chronic pain, finding truly effective treatments can feel like an impossibility. Pain medications are often prescribed to help with the physical sensation of pain, but the medications don’t actually do anything to treat the underlying cause of the pain,…

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Surviving Your Desk Job: Tips To Avoid Back Pain

By madwire / April 4, 2019

How often lately have you seen news stories about the benefits of finding the right ergonomic desk setup, the hazards of sitting all day, and how “tech neck” is causing major pain for an increasing number of workers? With all of that being thrown our way, it probably feels like working a desk job is…

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What To Do When Purses and Bags Cause Back Pain

By madwire / March 28, 2019

In some cases, back pain has a clear cause. Whiplash from a car accident, taking a hard fall, and other personal injury accidents can all lead to back pain — but not all back pain has such clear causes. Everyday concerns like poor posture can just as easily bring about acute and chronic back pain…

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Side Sleeper Struggles — Fighting Pain Caused By Poor Sleep Postures

By madwire / February 21, 2019

There are few better feelings than gently waking up on your own — no blaring alarm, no pets whining, no kids playing loudly — after a solid eight hours of sleep. Right? If you find that feeling hard to come by, don’t immediately jump to blaming your kids or your playful pup. Sure, they may…

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Strength Training, Exercise, and Pain Management – Exercising Safely After An Injury

By madwire / February 14, 2019

Any injury, no matter how small, calls for change to your usual habits. Dealing with carpal tunnel syndrome may mean adjusting your desk’s ergonomic setup. Recovering from a sprained ankle means staying off that limb for a time. As you heal and your pain diminishes, it’s understandable that you want to dive into your usual…

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Protecting Your Joints: The Value In Changing Up Exercise Routines

By madwire / February 7, 2019

Do you have a strict fitness routine, something you manage to stick to even when on vacation or around the holidays? Great! Half the battle toward better health is finding a routine that you can — and will — stick to. That routine is going to better help you get out and care for your…

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Exercising While Healing: Can You?

By madwire / January 17, 2019

Here at Senara Health and Healing Center & Spa in Peoria, we have countless patients who utilize our physical therapy services to aid in the healing process. Whether you were injured in an auto accident or experience chronic pain (like headaches or sciatica), physical therapy can quicken your recovery time while ensuring that you do…

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Benefits To Chiropractic Care As You Age

By madwire / January 10, 2019

One of the reasons that so many turn to chiropractic care is because it offers a holistic approach to treatment that is natural, safe, and effective for the whole family. From infants to retirees, our chiropractors work with people of all ages who need relief from pain and healing from injuries. As you age, the…

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Quick And Easy Tips For Fighting Back Pain

By madwire / November 29, 2018

When back pain flares up, it can make it hard to think about or do much of anything. In all likelihood, you want to grab your pain medication and lie down with a hot pad until the pain subsides. Unfortunately, that’s not always an option, especially if you have a full day of work or…

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Feeling Good? Why Good Health Is Different Than Feeling Fine

By madwire / November 22, 2018

Do you wake up each morning, stretch, and bask in the lack of pops or pain? Wonderful! But we’ve got news that may come as a surprise to you. Just because you’re pain free, that doesn’t automatically mean you’re in good health. If you’re among the many Americans that wait until acute pain flares up…

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