Main points: In 2020, about 619 million people around the world were dealing with low back pain, and that number is expected to climb to 843 million by 2050 as the global population grows and gets older. Most cases are caused by poor posture or physical strain, but pain that won’t go away can sometimes […]
Main points: In the Philippines, back pain is one of the top reasons people miss work and stop doing the things they enjoy. Painkillers and rest can help for a while, but they don’t fix the real problem. Yoga and chiropractic therapy do. Yoga improves your flexibility, strengthens your core, and helps you stand and […]
Main points: What is muscle pain? Muscle pain, sometimes called myalgia by medical practitioners, is something almost everyone deals with at some point. It can be as minor as post-workout soreness or as serious as ongoing pain that makes it hard to sleep, work, or get through the day. The causes are wide-ranging: doing too […]
Main points: Are you experiencing muscle weakness, coordination problems, unusual pain, or numbness? These symptoms can be abnormalities in the somatic nervous system, and if not immediately addressed, can have a negative impact on simple daily activities. Consequently, this can ruin your overall health and well-being. The good news is that all isn’t lost if […]
Main points: Sharp, stabbing back pain can make it nearly impossible to work, exercise, sleep comfortably, or even perform simple movements like bending or reaching. This intense pain often signals nerve irritation (such as sciatica that feels like electric shocks down your leg) or tissue damage from muscle strains, herniated discs, or spinal misalignment. Chiro […]
Main points: According to a study that was published by the World Health Organization (WHO), 619 million people globally experienced low back pain in 2020. The study also added that this number will reach 843 million by 2050. If you’re dealing with back pain, you’re not alone and you’re probably reaching for pain relievers like […]
Mid back pain (thoracic or middle back pain) affects the area between your neck and rib cage. Pain in this region stems from irritated muscles, joints, ligaments, discs, or nerves, and can range from dull aching and stiffness to sharp, stabbing sensations depending on the underlying cause. Most cases result from posture issues, overuse, or […]
Main points: Have you ever caught yourself hunching over your phone or slouching at your desk after a long day? You are not alone. Many Filipinos spend hours sitting at work, commuting, or scrolling through their feeds, and over time, these habits quietly damage our posture without us noticing. In line with this, it should […]
Main points: Flu cases have jumped 10-15% in just one month, according to Dr. Jose Rene de Grano, president of the Private Hospitals Association of the Philippines Inc. This sharp increase has people urgently seeking ways to strengthen their immunity and ease symptoms. Beyond conventional medicine, emerging studies suggest chiro therapy as a holistic approach […]
Ulcers—particularly those that develop in the lining of the stomach or small intestine—can be an absolute nightmare to live with. While conventional treatments like proton pump inhibitors, H2 blockers and antibiotics (for H. pylori infections) are the primary approach, many people are looking for ways to manage their symptoms beyond those traditional methods. One alternative […]
