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Get Your Diet Right on Joint Pain

Stiff joints and sore muscles is a common complaint as the aging process goes on. Exercise, stretching, hot/cold packs, and chiropractic care or tools for management of joint pain that are non-pharmaceutical. There is a growing body of research surrounding dietary approaches to reduce inflammation. The research suggests that these approaches are just as important […]

As the weather gets warmer, we at Back and Body Medical in New York wants to remind you that we are here for you. We know that things can get exciting once the weather returns back to normal because that means sports start back up. Today we will be focusing on running. We are going […]

You would think a neck pain patient would be experiencing pain from a neck problem, right? In most cases, you would be correct. Focusing on the neck for a diagnosis and treatment will lead to satisfying results for patients. For some patients, neck pain could be related to a condition elsewhere in the body. If […]

Did you know that one of the main reasons patients visit chiropractors is for shoulder pain? Many people suffer from shoulder impingement syndrome. The good news is, that chiropractors can manage this condition through manual therapies and exercises that target the shoulder joints. This is all done through nonsurgical, conservative treatments. We will be looking […]

A 2020 study was done that found that about one in five new chiropractic patients list headaches as one of their main reasons for seeking treatment. In this article, we are going to take a look at chiropractic care for headaches, backed up by scientific research. A survey was conducted which included input from 224 […]

Opioid prescriptions are common among low back pain patients. 52% of all of these prescriptions are for patients with low back pain, and over 2 million Americans suffer from an opioid use disorder. 47,000 of these people have died from opioid use disorder in 2017. Boston university school of public health researchers wanted to find […]

Do you suffer from shoulder pain? Back and Body Medical shoulder pain exercises is going to give you some exercises that you can perform from the comfort of your own home. The exercises will help improve your flexibility and strength in the shoulders. Even if only one shoulder is bothering you, make sure to work […]

Shoulder pain is very common. A lot more common than you may think. About 90% of Americans will tear their rotater cuff, labrum, or capsule at one point in their life. Why is shoulder pain so common? Today, our shoulder pain treatment in Manhattan solution will show you how in can be resolved. The reason […]

Back Pain Sleeping Problems

Sleepless nights are a big problem when it comes to back pain. Not only are you having to contend with the pain itself, but also minimal sleep on top, it’s enough to drive anyone nuts. Fortunately, we have seen many patients with back pain sleeping problems and have been able to help. Take this patient […]

Pillows are a major component of our sleeping furniture. Along with a good mattress to support your body, the pillow is the next most important component of your sleep. There are many different types of pillows to choose from as well. From more traditional feathered pillows to memory foam to simple polyester, finding the right […]