A herniated disc is one of the most common back problems people face. In fact, data estimates that millions of individuals will experience this type of back injury at some point in their lives. A herniated disc occurs when the gel-like center of a disc (called the...
Worried About Back Surgery? Consider Chiropractic Care: a Non-Invasive Alternative
Committing to back or spine surgery can be a difficult decision. The risks are very real and can be scary for many people. Unlike non-invasive approaches to care, such as chiropractic adjustments, back surgery comes with several risks, including infections, blood...
Spine Facts You Need to Know
When you’re experiencing spine pain resulting from an injury, car accident, or deterioration, your quality of life quickly plummets. An injury to your back or spine can lead to chronic pain, stiffness, soreness, muscle spasms, and loss of mobility. Over time, these...
Shoulder Pain Treatment, Symptoms, and Sources
There are many potential shoulder pain sources. It can stem from working out excessively or from a lack of exercise, and everyone from professional athletes to office workers can suffer from it. The shoulder is a complex part of the human anatomy. It is made up of...
Can Chiropractic Care Relieve Stress?
In today’s world, we have accepted stress as being a normal part of our lives. Unfortunately, it plays a big role in a lot of the mental and physical health problems we witness across the nation. Luckily, chiropractic care can help. If you are living in a chronic...
Improve Back and Neck Health Through Better Sleep
Too many back, neck, and extremity pain sufferers overlook their sleeping habits when looking for solutions that will bring relief. The fact is, having the right kind of pillow and mattress and sleeping with the proper posture are all important factors in maintaining...
Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians (DACBSP)
Dr. Ferdowsian has successfully completed the requirements to be certified as a Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians (DACBSP). The DACBSP certification requires the doctor to attend a minimum of 300 hours of postgraduate education. This...
Are You Experiencing Pain After an Auto Accident?
There are many different ways the body can suffer injury from an auto accident. When muscles, bones, tendons, or nerves are damaged in a car collision, the pain can quickly become overwhelming and debilitating. It's important that you seek medical help right away to...
What Can Chiropractic Care Do For Sciatica?
Sciatica is known to cause severe pain in the right or left leg. It can be caused by a variety of lower back disorders, which causes compression of one or more of the nerve roots that are located in the lower back. Sciatica causes pain such as tingling, numbness,...
Do I Have a Subluxation?
Back pain is a common ailment for most people, but how can one discern if it's merely a temporary ache or something more complex like a subluxation? The term "subluxation" may sound foreign to many, yet its implications on one's health can be significant. If you've...