Simple Stretch to Help Neck Pain and Pinched Nerve
Many people suffer with neck pain and pinched nerve. There are multiple nerves that originate in the neck and travel down into the arm and hand. The nerve can become entrapped at any level from the neck, shoulder, elbow or wrist. This condition is called cervical radiculopathy, affecting either the ulnar, radial or median nerves. […]
Best Herniated Disc Treatment: Chiropractic or Injections?
Over 80% of the population suffers from back pain, and a big culprit is lumbar disc herniations. People seeking help want the best herniated disc treatment. Many people go to orthopedic doctors and pain management doctors who prescribe risky and costly procedures. A recent study shows chiropractic’s effectiveness in relation to nerve root injections. […]
Ulnar Nerve Entrapment
Do you experience arm or wrist pain? Do you have numbness and tingling in the shoulder, elbow, wrist, or fingers? Are you having any weakness in these areas? You might be suffering from ulnar nerve entrapment! The ulnar nerve starts in the neck and travels down the arm into the hand. This nerve can get […]
Neck Pain Relief: Freehold Chiropractor’s Recommended Exercises
My name is Dr. Russell Brokstein, and as a chiropractor in Freehold, NJ, I see many patients with neck pain daily. Many chiropractors just adjust their patients, but don’t show them exercises to help expedite recuperation. In my office, exercise and stretching therapy are incorporated into all treatment plans. Home exercise is so important and […]
Whiplash Leads to Referred Pain Explains Chiropractor in Freehold NJ
Many people experience whiplash injuries after an auto accident or other trauma, where the head and neck experience a sudden, abnormal motion or force that causes them to go beyond their normal range of motion. The muscles, tendons, and ligaments become damaged. Car accidents are a common cause of whiplash, but it can also be […]
Foot Orthotics Along with Chiropractic Help Low Back Pain
Foot orthotics, along with chiropractic, can greatly improve your low back pain. Many times, the cause of the imbalances in the spine can be traced to the feet. If the arches in your feet are dropping, they cannot support the weight of your body. Many times, the arches drop starting at age 5. One foot […]
Do You Know Sciatica Pain is NOT Helped by Medication?
Are you suffering from sciatica pain? Sciatica is pain that goes down your leg. You might feel it starting from the lower back. It can travel by the hip, into the thigh, and all the way down the foot. It can present as pain, burning, and even numbness and tingling. The cause of the sciatica […]
Vitamin D Deficiency a Cause of Chronic Pain?
Chronic pain is difficult to resolve. The typical ice, heat, rest, and many dangerous medications don’t fix the problem. New studies are giving hope to many people suffering from chronic pain. The Journal of Parental and Enteral Nutrition study shows a correlation of Vitamin D deficiency with increased chronic pain. 414 patients at an inpatient […]
Flat Feet and Back Pain: Hidden Posture Link
Do you have flat feet or dropped arches? Do you have plantar fasciitis or heel spurs? Do you know your flat feet can be the cause of your knee pain, hip pain, back pain, and even neck pain? Watch Dr. Russell Brokstein explain how your feet affect the rest of your body and how we […]
SNAG Mulligan Moves for Neck Pain Relief
SNAG (Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glide) Mulligan mobilizations are gentle self-treatment techniques that combine a sustained glide to a spinal segment with active head movement. They’re designed to reduce neck pain, cervicogenic headaches, and motion-related dizziness. When performed correctly, these simple moves can provide fast, temporary relief by improving joint tracking in the upper cervical spine. […]