What is Spinal Canal Stenosis? Spinal canal stenosis is a condition characterized by the narrowing of the spinal canal, the hollow tube in the spine that houses the spinal cord and nerve roots. This constriction can exert pressure on the spinal cord and nerves, resulting in pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness in the back, neck, arms, and legs. Spinal Stenosis Causes of Spinal Stenosis This condition can manifest in any section of the spine, but

Who would have thought submitting our bodies to electrical stimulation would actually be good for us? Not me, that’s for sure. My parents taught to be aware and careful when working with anything electrical. Put your shoes on during a storm, while working on something electrical to avoid a shock! Therefore, the concept of using electricity to help heal my body was very hard to accept despite being told otherwise. However, I decided to do

80% of patient's coming through our practice complain of lower back pain. Normally cumulative stress, (RSS) Repetitive Stress Syndrome, trauma, and sports injuries are the main contributors. The most common causes of cumulative stress or RSS are sitting at the computer for long periods of time, and believe or not, yardwork. While these activities are usually unavoidable, there are ways to keep them from wreaking havoc on your low back by focusing on strengthening your

This week, we at DeCarlo Family Chiropractic are excited to introduce a new feature to our website! After a long process of planning, designing, and testing, both new patients and long time friends of our practice can use our exclusive website application – an interactive diagram for finding the right stretch for where you are feeling discomfort. The application works on both your desktop and mobile device, and you won’t have to download anything. You

Planes, Trains, and Spinal Discomfort: Strategies for Protecting Your Back Got a road trip or flight planned? Sitting in the same position for extended periods can cause a number of back problems including muscle strain. Not only that, handling and lifting luggage is also part and parcel for the season, and while most of us are in a rush to get it over with, doing so puts us at risk. Last month we discussed how

Office Ergonomics: A Starting Guide Did you know that even desk jobs have their risks? We know that heavy lifting on the job is a factor in physical injury. But believe it or not, sitting in a chair throughout the day can just as easily result in back pain, subluxation, and even disc herniations. Office ergonomics, or more generally business ergonomics, is the study of the workplace as it relates to the worker. Understanding ergonomics

Did you know that the way you stand on your feet can contribute to lower back and knee pain? In a process known as pronation, the foot slowly becomes flat and loses its arch. This can be a major factor in a variety of ailments, particularly foot pain, knee pain, and lower back pain. This week, we are joined by special guest Dr. Steven Garber of Cartersville Chiropractic Care. Dr. Garber explains how foot pain