Strength training for longterm health

Find out how strength training can improve flexibility and to help relieve chronic back pain.

http://www.spine-health.com/blog/weight-training-effectively-relieves-back-pain

Stiff Necks & When They're Dangerous - RI Chiro Article

Learn how to identify symptoms of the 3 main causes of a stiff neck and when neck pain requires immediate medical attention.

http://www.spine-health.com/blog/3-reasons-you-may-have-stiff-neck

Choosing Mattresses When You Have Back Pain - Chiro Blog RI

If you have lower back pain, finding the right mattress can make a world of difference. Use these tips to help find the best mattress for your back pain.

http://www.spine-health.com/blog/which-mattress-best-lower-back-pain

Back Pain in Cold Season

Use these 4 tips to cope with back pain as you navigate the joy and stress of the holiday season.

http://www.spine-health.com/blog/4-ways-handle-holidays-and-back-pain

Women with severe restless legs syndrome may face higher stroke risk

(Free registration on Medscape required to read whole article.)

An analysis of data from the Nurses' Health Study II found that female patients with severe restless legs syndrome may be more likely to experience stroke, especially ischemic stroke. Researchers, who examined data from 72,916 women ages 41 to 58, report an adjusted hazard ratio of 2.07 for stroke and 3.52 for ischemic stroke among women who experience RLS at least 15 times a month. The study did not establish a causal link, but RLS patients may warrant particular attention to the risk of cardiovascular disease, said researcher Dr. Xiang Gao. Medscape (free registration)

Rhode Island Spine Health - Bad habits for neck pain

There are several everyday actions that can be bad for your neck. Break these 3 common habits to prevent pain and stiffness, and improve your overall neck health.

http://www.spine-health.com/blog/3-worst-things-you-can-do-your-neck

Walking is good for you! Rhode Island Spinal Health

Incorporate this easy exercise into your daily routine for a healthy lower back.

http://www.spine-health.com/blog/2-reasons-why-walking-good-your-lower-back

RI Back Health Newsletter, 2016 December

http://www.spine-health.com/files/newsletters/pdfs/spine-health-chironews-66057.pdf

The only time the muscles, ligaments, and other structures of the spine can completely relax is while sleeping. Sleeping on a mattress that is uncomfortable or does not provide enough support for the spine can cause sleeplessness and overall aches and pains. For people with back and/or neck problems, a mattress that isn’t a good fit can make pain worse.

A good mattress, on the other hand, will help a person sleep well so that he or she wakes feeling rested and refreshed— without pain and stiffness.

Although no single type of mattress will work best for everyone, the seemingly infinite number of mattress options can be overwhelming. The following tips can help you make an informed decision:

1. Consult with your doctor. If you have an underlying condition that causes back or neck pain, ask your doctor for a specific mattress recommendation. He or she may be able to offer some helpful advice based on years of experience with patients.

2. Shop at a store that specializes in mattresses. You may be able to find a better price online or at a big-box retailer, but the salespeople at a mattress specialty store typically know more about the product they’re selling. It’s also a good idea to shop at a mattress specialty store that carries mattresses from all the major manufacturers.

3. Try out the mattress. When deciding on a new mattress, lie on the mattress for at least 10 to 15 minutes while at the store. This may seem strange, but buying a mattress is a big purchase—and it’s a decision you may live with for 5 to 10 years.

4. Don’t default to a firm mattress for back pain. Many people assume that the firmer the mattress, the better it is for back pain. But the best mattress for most lower back pain sufferers may actually be a medium firm mattress. It’s important to note that there is a difference between firm support and firm
feel—typically, you want a mattress with firm support but a comfortable feel. Of course, comfort is determined by personal preference.

5. Consider an adjustable bed. As a general rule, if sitting in a recliner is better for your back or neck pain than lying down, you will benefit from an adjustable bed. An adjustable bed is not a type of mattress, but rather a base that can be adjusted to various positions. If you go with an adjustable bed, you will likely need to purchase a new mattress that is compatible with your new base. Follow these simple guidelines to help you to find the best mattress for optimal sleep comfort.

Learn more:
www.spine-health.com/blog/7-pointers-help-you-find-right-mattress-your-back-or-neck-pain

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RI Local News - Chiropractor West Warwick - Sitting Epidemic Article

Cowesett Chiropractic: Dr Rick Jardon

401-515-4435
328 Cowesett Avenue
West Warwick, RI 02893

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Follow these 4 tips to help you avoid the potential negative side effects of too much sitting.

http://www.spine-health.com/blog/new-health-epidemic-sitting-disease

Health Insurance RI: 6 Questions During Open Enrollment

Every year during open enrollment, you have the opportunity to review and alter your health insurance. Here are 6 questions that can help you make the right decision for the coming year.

http://www.spine-health.com/blog/6-questions-ask-during-open-enrollment

Flipflops Aggravating Sciatica: Answers

Flip-flops are synonymous with warm weather and convenience, but they’re also associated with sciatic pain. Read on to learn more about how flip-flops can aggravate your sciatica symptoms.

http://www.spine-health.com/blog/why-flip-flops-are-bad-your-sciatica

4 Things Employers Should Know About Back Pain

The lack of visible chronic lower back pain symptoms can lead to a variety of frustrating experiences—especially at your place of work. Every employer is different, but you may be able to minimize your work-place frustrations by sharing these four truths about your back pain with your boss:

http://www.spine-health.com/blog/4-things-your-boss-needs-know-about-your-lower-back-pain?source=3tab

Video: 11 Weird Tips for Better Sleep

Getting to sleep and staying asleep with back pain can be difficult.  This video is an overview of 11 unconventional tips for getting better, more restorative sleep.

http://www.spine-health.com/video/video-11-unconventional-sleep-tips-how-get-sleep-and-stay-asleep?source=3tab

Gardening and Back Pain - 11 Tips

Gardening is one of the joys of life for many of us, but back pain can throw a wrench into the best-laid planting plans. That doesn’t mean you need to cross gardening off your list. With a few adaptations and a dash of creativity, you can still exercise that green thumb by following these 11 strategies for minimizing injury.

http://www.spine-health.com/blog/11-ways-keep-gardening-back-pain

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What is Chronic Pain?

Chronic pain is generally defined as any pain that continues more than 3 to 6 months. Please read the below for more information.

http://www.spine-health.com/conditions/depression/4-tips-help-cope-chronic-pain-and-depression?source=3tab

Low Impact vs. High Impact for Recovery

Aerobic exercise increases the blood flow in the body, which helps speed up healing, but high-impact exercises may cause additional stress or trauma to the structures of the spine.

http://www.spine-health.com/wellness/exercise/low-impact-aerobic-exercise

Tips for a Happy Healthy Spine

Whether it's a herniated disc, spinal stenosis, or strained muscles, can take some time to diagnose and treat the causes of back pain.  And all the while, you're trying to navigate health insurance, work and family life, and everyday stressors—all while dealing with your back pain.

http://www.spine-health.com/blog/five-ways-keep-your-spine-healthy-and-happy?source=3tab

X-rays of the spine can be extremely important diagnostic tools

An x-ray of the spine will help medical professionals determine if there are tumors, fractures, or structural abnormalities in the spine such as scoliosis or a slipped vertebrae.

http://www.spine-health.com/treatment/diagnostic-tests/x-ray

DR JARDON ON SCIATICA

Sciatica is a general term for pain down the leg caused by a low back problem. Sciatica can be a type of pinched nerve.

Common causes are the "disc problems," poor alignment, tightness of the piriformis muscle deep in the buttocks, and problems with the sacroiliac joints.

Sciatica also causes numbness, tingling, and/or weakess in the legs. Chiropractic care focuses on the cause of the sciatica to determine the proper care to alleviate it.

See our page on RickJardon.com for a video from the Doc himself. Also available is an interactive video from SpineHealth.com

Please watch the below video on sciatica.

http://www.spine-health.com/video/sciatica-interactive-video?source=3tab

New Epidemic Research on Sitting

Emerging research points to many negative effects of too much sitting—including lower back pain lower and potential complications like cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Here are ways to stand and move more during the workday.

http://www.spine-health.com/blog/new-health-epidemic-sitting-disease?source=3tab