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Chiropractic, Health & Wellness | Sep 26, 2013

How To Care For Your Spinal Discs Living In Atlanta

Suffering from a back injury related to your spinal discs will likely take you to a chiropractor or one of the accident injury centers of Atlanta. Fortunately, there are ways that you could potentially avoid spinal disc problems, and it all comes down to how you care for your discs.…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Aug 20, 2013

The Use of Massage in Whiplash Treatment

Many doctors and chiropractors that specialize in whiplash treatment are referring their patients for massage therapy as a way to treat their injury. Whiplash, otherwise known as Cervical Acceleration/Deceleration syndrome, is most commonly characterized by posterior neck pain and headaches that are generated by the neck. Shoulder pain, numbness, and…

Lower Back Pain, Sports Medicine | Aug 16, 2013

How to Prevent the Most Common Swimming Injuries this Summer

Summer is the perfect time for spending the day outdoors and engaging in various recreational activities. One of the favorite summer pastimes for many people is swimming. However, there are a variety of injuries that can result from this activity. There are several ways in which these injuries can be…

Health & Wellness | Aug 15, 2013

Using Heat and Ice to Treat Back Injuries For Chiropractic Patients In Atlanta

Heat and ice are commonly used to treat back injuries and to relieve pain. However, depending on the injury, it may be more beneficial for you to use one over the other. If you are ever in question about which to use you should consult with your back pain doctor…

Accident Prevention | Jul 18, 2013

Hitting a Deer: Tips for Minimizing Damage and Injury

In areas of the country where the deer population is high, hitting a deer can be a major concern. These accidents can be very serious, and the number of deaths related to car-deer accidents is increasing every year. However, if you know what to do when a deer runs in…

Under the Influence | Jul 15, 2013

The Hazards of Drugged Driving

Drugged driving is a major public health concern. It puts the driver at risk as well as other individuals who are sharing the road. The main concern of driving while under the influence of drugs is that any drug that works by acting on the brain could ultimately impair the…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Jul 10, 2013

Common Car Accident Injuries That Take Place In Atlanta

Many people suffer injuries after a car accident, and some of the most common affect the shoulder. The shoulder consists of a ball and socket joint made up of three bones: the humerus (or the bone of the upper arm), scapula (or the shoulder blade), and clavicle (or the collar…

Accident Prevention | Jul 8, 2013

Tips for Avoiding Accidents with 18-Wheeler Trucks When Driving In Atlanta

Highway driving when you need to share the road with an 18-wheeler is dangerous, as these vehicles typically weigh over 20 times more than the standard passenger car. When accidents do occur, these vehicles often cause major accident injuries and vehicle damage, and it is thought that approximately 12% of…

Health & Wellness | Jun 24, 2013

How Your Local Atlanta Chiropractor Can Help You Cope with Depression and Chronic Pain

Chronic pain refers to pain that lasts at least three months, and it is common for individuals that suffer from it to also suffer from depression. While some chronic pain is caused by a diagnosable medical problem, such as spinal stenosis or degenerative disc disease, in other cases it has…

Chiropractic, Lower Back Pain | Jun 21, 2013

Adjust Your Posture to Reduce Lumbar Stenosis Pain

Individuals that are dealing with spinal stenosis suffer from considerable pain. Some of the most common symptoms include leg pain, numbness, burning sensations, and tingling. While lower back pain may also occur, leg pain is often the most severe. When seeking chiropractic care, chiropractors in Atlanta may perform adjustments and…

Accident Recovery | May 28, 2013

What is Third Party Liability Insurance?

When an accident occurs and an insurance claim is filed, three parties can be involved in the process. The first party in the situation is you as the policy holder. Your insurance carrier is the second party. If your accident involved another person, such as a driver of another vehicle…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | May 24, 2013

What to Expect During Treatment for a Spinal Cord Injury

A spinal cord injury or trauma can be caused by a variety of events, one of the most common being motor vehicle accidents. These injuries require immediate attention from an Atlanta car accident injury doctor. The physician will likely complete a physical exam along with diagnostic imaging in order to…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Apr 29, 2013

New Chrysler Recall Urges Owners to Stop Driving

The Chrysler Group recently announced that it will be recalling nearly 4,500 2013 Dodge Challengers due to a potential fire hazard. This problem could result in the overheating of a wire harness or a possible short circuit that could result in a fire. While Chrysler has indicated that seven known…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Apr 22, 2013

Five Guidelines for Reducing Workplace Trips, Slips and Falls In Atlanta

According to information released by the U.S. Department of Labor, falls, trips, and slips make up most of the accidents in general industry. This accounts for about 25% of all work injury claims reported each fiscal year and 15% of all deaths ruled as accidental each year. In order to…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Apr 16, 2013

Helpful Tips for Preventing Backyard Trampoline Injuries In Atlanta

Backyard trampolines are a fun way for kids to get exercise, but they are also a major cause of accidents and injuries in children. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Review, in 2006 alone there were almost 110,000 reported trampoline injuries in the United States. While chiropractors in Atlanta…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Apr 11, 2013

Broken Collarbone Treatment and Care For Car Accident Victims In Atlanta

A broken collarbone or clavicle is common in certain types of auto accidents. The collarbones are found on each side of the chest, and they are attached to the shoulders and breastbone by ligaments. Most commonly, these bones will break in car accidents when the upper body suffers trauma in…

Chiropractic | Mar 25, 2013

The Relationship between Chiropractic and Massage Therapy

Neck pain, headaches, and back pain are some of the distressing and painful conditions that affect us at some point in our lives. Many patients have been turning to a combined treatment plan of chiropractic care and massage therapy in order to provide a powerful approach to address this pain.…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Mar 18, 2013

Do You Need an Attorney to File for Workers’ Compensation Benefits?

Filing for workers’ compensation benefits can be a confusing and stressful process. You may be wondering whether or not you need to get an attorney involved in the process. The answer is that a number of factors can determine whether or not you need legal representation, and knowing what situations…

Accident Prevention | Mar 11, 2013

Safety Tips for Bikers Riding Through Atlanta

Whether you’re driving a car or a motorcycle, when you’re on the road, safety should be your first priority. The reality is that, no matter how safe you are, accidents sometimes still happen. However, learning about safety and motorcycle accident prevention in Atlanta can drastically limit the chance of your…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Mar 4, 2013

The Most Dangerous Intersections in Atlanta

The state of Georgia experiences an auto accident every 2.8 minutes. For those of you who have driven the streets of Atlanta and the surrounding areas, this information may not surprise you. The city of Atlanta is the home of some of the most dangerous intersections in the state. Additionally,…