Anterior Cruciate Ligament or ACL injuries are some of the most devastating knee injuries that are encountered by Filipino athletes, weekend warriors, and fitness enthusiasts. While conventional medical approaches that focus on physical therapy (PT) and surgical intervention, chiropractic in Manila has emerged as a viable treatment option for ACL pre-operative and post-injury This write-up […]
Youth to young adulthood is the stage of life always associated with adventure and high spirits, but premature muscle fatigue can change that definition. Weakened muscles may appear early and carry on, stealing thrill-packed journeys and reducing nimble productivity. Tensions and stress in the musculoskeletal network limit movement and increase vulnerability to accidents like falls […]
The concept of spinal subluxation, which in chiropractic is vertebral misalignments that potentially affects the nerves, has affected a significant number of individuals nowadays. Modern-day lifestyles that are characterized by extended hours sitting, ongoing stress, heavy reliance on technology, all pose risks to the well-being of the spine. It can be said that spinal subluxation […]
In December 2023, the United Nations World Health Organization (WHO) released its first-ever guidelines on chronic back pain management. For the record, the said condition is the leading cause of disability across the globe. As a matter of fact, in 2020, about 1 in 13 people of 619 million globally experienced lower back pain. In […]
It is no secret that one’s physical health can make or break mental health. However, many do not realize that spinal alignment can contribute to emotional as well as psychological well-being. Therefore, something like chiropractic, a holistic approach that is focused on the function as well as health of the spine and nervous system, can […]
Shoulder pain, whether acute or chronic, is a condition that affects millions of people across the globe. If not addressed, it can have a negative impact on daily activities. It can even make simple activities such as getting dressed challenging–and in some cases–excruciating. While traditional treatments that include but are not limited to medication and […]
According to Research Gate, about 13.6% Filipino adults suffer from some form of chronic pain, and 21% of them reported having low back pain. It can be said that they should not be taken for granted. After all, if left untreated, they can have detrimental effects on one’s daily activities and quality of life. In […]
Cervical vertebrae pain, a.k.a cervicalgia or neck pain, is a condition that has become quite rampant nowadays. It is usually caused by poor posture, strain, spinal stenosis, osteoporosis, herniated discs, pinched nerves, mental stress, and so forth. In the Philippines, the said condition is a cause of concern because at the national level, the highest […]
In the hustle and bustle of everyday life in the Philippines, a significant number of Filipinos experience burnout, low energy, chronic fatigue, and the like. While lifestyle changes that include but are not limited to healthy eating, exercise, sleep quality play essential roles in improving vitality, many “ordinary joes” and “plain janes” opt for chiropractic […]
Nowadays, despite the fact that technological advancements are vast and healthcare options are highly accessible, a vast majority of Filipinos turn to holistic methods to address ailments and achieve health preservation. Proof of this is that many continue to flock to Quiapo, a site that is known for folk medicine services, cultural diversity, and so […]
