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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,…

Accident Prevention | Feb 26, 2013

Bad Tires Responsible For Deadly Car Accident

When was the last time you checked your tires for wear? Many people are currently driving a car on tires with very little tread. Tire tread are the grooves in the tire rubber that makes them grip the ground. Tire tread is most important when driving in rain, snow and…

Chiropractic, Lower Back Pain | Feb 19, 2013

Relieving Sciatica Pain with Chiropractic Care

Chiropractors regularly treat sciatica as they are able to both evaluate and diagnose the condition while determining the root cause and developing an effective treatment plan. Our Chiropractic care will treat discomfort associated with spinal misalignment, which is generally the cause of sciatica pain. Sciatica Pain Causes Sciatica pain is…

Accident Prevention | Feb 11, 2013

Driving In The Rain: Tips Everyone Should Know

Driving in rainy weather is dangerous and requires specific techniques. More accidents occur during bad weather than only sunny days. This is obvious, but what isn’t obvious to most drivers is the importance of learning specific tricks and techniques for driving in the rain. The same emergency braking and obstacle…

Chiropractic, Lower Back Pain | Feb 5, 2013

Chiropractic Treatment During Pregnancy

More women are choosing chiropractic care and adjustments to help have smoother pregnancies. Chiropractors can help to provide therapeutic stretches and exercises to expectant mothers, and they can provide alignments that can reduce muscle tension and pain. Chiropractic adjustments can also relieve lower back pain that often affects many pregnant women.…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Jan 25, 2013

Applying for Social Security Disability after an Accident In Atlanta

Accident recovery is often a scary and stressful time. Depending on your injury, you may have a long recovery process, and your income during this time period may be limited if you are unable to return to work. While considering your options during this time, you may be interested in…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Jan 15, 2013

Chiropractic Treatment For Neck Pain

The neck endures more stress than most people realize, the necks flexible range of motion as well as its role of carrying your 13lb head, and being mostly bone and cartilage with very little muscle makes the neck one of the easiest parts of the body to injure. Everything is…

Accident Prevention, Accident Recovery | Jan 7, 2013

Avoid High Medical Bills

Typical injuries that can easily be treated by a chiropractor are muscle strain, ankle sprains, soft tissue injuries, and back injuries. All of the previous injuries can be diagnosed and treated by a chiropractor, and you don’t have to worry about a huge medical bill. Perhaps the key to lowering…