Most of us are aware that our spines weren’t designed to do all the sitting we do in modern life. For good health, our bodies need to move. One of the simplest and most effective types of exercise we at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic recommend is walking....
Two very common health issues people face are back pain and sleep problems. In fact, these two ailments often go hand-in-hand. Quite frequently, when we help our patients at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic to resolve back pain, their sleep quality improves—and in turn, improved sleep helps...
The spine is a wondrous structure that enables our bodies to be active and productive. Sometimes, though, the spine curves away from its normal shape and can reduce the quality of life. This condition is known as scoliosis, and it affects about three percent of...
Importance of posture...
Chiropractic prevents spinal degeneration much like good alignment reduces uneven wear and tear on car tires. Abnormal spinal movement mirrors altered car axle alignment. People generally understand the value of axle and wheel alignment as they contribute to strong, durable tires. Altered axle alignment increases...
The importance of posture The head and neck design allow for flexion and regular forward leaning. The challenge and consequences begin to occur when they maintain flexed or forward head posture positions for long, consistent periods of time. Cell phones, computers, desk jobs, and more sedentary...
Cervical Curve is the Arc of Life Research shows that a loss of neck curvature increases the likelihood of a disc herniation. A study also showed that appropriate correction and restoration to the neck curve produced lower rates and degrees of disc problems. Chiropractic care offers...
If you're familiar with chiropractic, you've likely heard the term, "subluxation." Dr. Travis Ring of Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic is trained to detect and correct subluxations in the spine, leading to improved spinal function and overall wellness. For those unfamiliar with the term or those who...
Our bodies were made for an environment where calories are scarce and exercise is unavoidable. However, we live in an environment where exercise is scarce and calories are unavoidable. Our bodies were meant to move for the majority of the day: gathering food, hunting for...
Constant use of devices is causing “text neck” pain. Have you noticed lately how much you look down and the neck pain that results? Most of us spend 8-10 hours looking at a computer during the day. On top of that when we aren’t looking...