Estimates suggest that approximately 25% of American adults experience knee pain at some point in their lives. Too much or too little activity is the culprit for many knee pain cases, but diabetes and obesity can also lead to knee pain. With so much information out there regarding knee pain,...
Healthy babies come from healthy mothers. Research shows that an unhealthy diet during pregnancy may lead to long-term health problems for the baby, including blood sugar issues, high cholesterol, and obesity. So what can you do to avoid complications and increase your chance of delivering a healthy baby? We asked...
Perhaps it’s no surprise to find out that a stressful day at work can lead to headaches. But up until recently, there wasn’t a clear connection between stressful events and pain. In a study that followed more than 5,000 participants, researchers found that stress raised the frequency for all types...
Most of the time, when people think about going to a chiropractor, they have back pain. At Northview Medical, our staff is happy to help when you find yourself in that situation. However, we’d also like you to know about the benefits of regular chiropractic care, even when you’re not...
A DOT physical exam is required for commercial drivers who operate vehicles that may impact their safety or the safety of others. For example, it’s required if you drive a vehicle designed to carry more than eight people or transport hazardous materials. The DOT physical ensures that you’re able...
If you’re expecting, there’s a good chance you’re also experiencing discomfort, especially if you’re in or nearing your third trimester. The providers at Northview Medical are skilled practitioners who have been trained to provide chiropractic care to expecting mothers. Prenatal chiropractic care offers benefits beyond relief from back pain, though. ...
Most people experience a headache at some point in their lives, but those who get headaches 15 or more days each month for six months are considered to have chronic headaches. At Northview Medical in Cheyenne, Wyoming, our experienced, integrative healthcare team treats people with chronic headaches with chiropractic care,...
The simple answer to this question is, yes. Like gray hair, wrinkles, and senior moments, back pain is common among older adults. In fact, one study found that lower back pain is the most common health problem among older adults that results in pain and disability. Lower back pain is...
The aim of chiropractic and holistic medicine is to align your spine and other bodily structures so that you function optimally and heal your own ailments and pain. If you suffer from chronic pain, however, or from acute, excruciating pain, your nerves may be damaged. To give you relief, the...
Any disruption to your musculoskeletal structure, whether it’s a joint replacement surgery or a spinal injury, can have a significant effect on your ability to make your way through the world — everything from the simple act of walking to bringing a fork to your mouth. This is why turning...
Have you ever witnessed someone walk into a room and look as if they owned it? Odds are their posture was spot on. While posture delivers incredible social benefits, it’s also crucial to your health. And this is especially true now, when screens have overtaken our world, forcing us to...
