Coronavirus Update
Unless we are mandated to close for a period of time, or unless I get sick, I will keep the office open. I'll explain why and I'll let you know what we are doing in response to the concerns. Before I get to that, I'll mention something on a personal note... I am...
Tom’s Story: “I was in pain for five years.”
Is it okay to crack my own neck?
For 20 years I've been hearing people say, “I crack my own neck.” If you crack your own neck or have a friend walk on your back—STOP! When you crack your own neck, you may hear the same “popping” noise you hear when a chiropractor adjusts you. (That’s air...
Should I Do Yoga If My Back Hurts?
So your back hurts. Maybe you can’t even remember the last time it didn’t hurt. You’re popping Ibuprofen like they’re Skittles, and you’re wondering if you might get a little relief from yoga. Is it safe to practice yoga when your back hurts this much? Well, maybe....
What Are The Best Exercises For Lower Back Pain?
PLANKS. Planks engage the abdominal muscles and back muscles, stabilizing the spinal column and mimicking proper lumbar alignment. To do them right and protect your back: Start on your forearms to avoid shoulder strain. Keep your abs tight the entire time. Do not let your back sag. Square your hips with the floor. Have someone take a picture or set up a timed photo/video so you can check whether your back is straight. This is a better way to confirm your posture than using a mirror, because the mirror requires you to twist your neck in the middle of the pose.
Can Back Pain Go Away On Its Own?
Comparing options of yoga, massage, PT, surgery, or a chiropractor in Durham for back pain.
9 Exercises for Relieving Lower Back Pain
Don’t let lower back pain stop you from doing what you love. These home remedies for back pain will help provide relief to you get moving again without...
How to Sleep if you have Lower Back Pain
When lower back pain prevents a good...
Should You Put Ice or Heat on Your Back?
Should you ice or heat a neck or back injury?
Text Neck and What You Can About It
"WHAT IS TEXT NECK" VIDEO TRANSCRIPT Hey everybody, my name is Dr. David Martin. I’m a chiropractor at Precision Chiropractic in South Durham, North Carolina, and this is the “Get Your Life Back Video Series.” Have you seen people in the position I was just in...
Sara’s Story: “Chiropractic helped my riding.”
Why Would You Need to Adjust a Baby?
At Precision Chiropractic of Durham, a consultation is a conversation, not a commitment.
Before we ever talk about chiropractic care, we want to hear about you and what brought you to our office. Once we understand your health and wellness goals, we’ll have a better understanding of how Gonstead chiropractic care can help you get the results you want.