Introduction The body has a system that makes sure that each organ is functioning properly by secreting out hormones through the bloodstream. That system is…
Introduction The body’s hormone system makes sure that everything is working properly. By regulating hormones that are secreted out from the endocrine system, the hormones…
Introduction The body produces hormones naturally through small triangular-shaped organs that are on top of the kidneys, known as the adrenal glands. The adrenal glands’…
Sciatic nerve injury happens from trauma to the nerve and can cause numbness, tingling, loss of muscle power, and pain. The traumatic experience can be…
Chiropractic and spinal health. Most individuals seek out chiropractic care only after an injury and when pain presents. Because traditional medical care tends to focus…
Introduction Every day the body deals in stressful situations constantly. Sometimes stress can be beneficial to the body by giving it a mini boost of…
The temporomandibular (tem-puh-roe-man-dib-u-lur) joint TMJ acts as a sliding hinge that connects the jawbone to the skull. There is one joint on each side of…
Introduction The adrenal glands are the most important triangular-shaped organs that are located at the top of the kidneys. These glands secrete out hormones throughout…
When stress is placed on the shins with physical activity from walking, running, or exercise, the connective tissues attaching the leg muscles to the tibia…
Introduction Throughout the entire body system, everything is connected. From the gut to the brain, to the hormones all the way to the immune system,…
The thoracic spine, also known as the upper or middle back, is designed for stability to anchor the rib cage and protect the organs in…
Introduction The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped organ that is located at the base of the neck and secretes out hormones throughout the body to make…
A nerve injury is often caused by a sudden traumatic event, like a slip and fall, personal or work injury, an automobile accident, or a…
Introduction There is a butterfly-shaped organ that is located at the base of a person’s neck known as the thyroid. The thyroid is part of…
Introduction In the endocrine system, there is a butterfly-shaped organ that is located at the base of a person’s neck. This is the thyroid and…
Individuals believe that maintaining a straight/flat back is healthy. However, the back is made up of natural curves that allow flexibility and optimal movement. If…
Musculoskeletal Disorders, or MSDs, are injuries, conditions, and disorders that affect the body’s musculoskeletal system. It includes the muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, discs, blood vessels,…