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The Center for Manual Medicine and Regenerative Orthopedics: Blog

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A Multidisciplinary Practice for Joint, Tendon, Ligament and Nerve Pain

May 5, 2026

Studies consistently show that patients with chronic conditions like plantar fasciitis, joint or tendon pain see faster functional recovery and higher satisfaction when treated by an integrated team rather than a single specialty provider. Although upfront cost may seem similar, you save significant time by attending only one facility. Communication between providers easy and expected creating coordination of treatment method,

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Sciatica Nerve Pain

April 28, 2026

Sciatica is nerve pain caused by the sciatic nerve itself being irritated or its nerve roots being irritated. L4-S3 nerve roots meet outside of the spine to make the Sciatic nerve. Once a nerve is irritated it can travel the length of the nerve. This is how a low back issue can cause leg or even foot pain. Pain can

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The importance of posture, man at workstation experiencing back pain

Why is Posture Important?

April 24, 2026

Good posture isn’t just about looking confident; it’s essential for structural health. Poor posture leads to muscle imbalances, back pain, and strain. Chronic slouching (often from screen time) can cause headaches, reduce neck flexibility, and even impact blood flow.  When we are constantly looking at our computer monitor or phone, our eyes draw us closer to what we are looking at.   This puts

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Tendon Tear Healing with Fat-based Stem Cells

April 22, 2026

Shoulder rotator cuff tears and elbow tendons that cause tennis and golfer’s elbow are often caused by tendon degeneration. In adults over 40 years old, tendons don’t heal at local regeneration is poor without help. PRP (platelet rich plasma) is an excellent treatment producing healing of the degenerated tendon fibers including those that may may include tiny tears. Unfortunately partial

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Enhancing Senior Citizen Mobility with Chiropractic Care

April 21, 2026

The aging process naturally brings changes that can limit mobility. Many seniors experience decreased strength, reduced flexibility, and balance challenges that impact daily activities. Let’s explore the common mobility concerns facing older adults. Joint Mobility Limitations Restricted joint movement frequently affects senior citizens due to various factors including arthritis, past injuries, and normal aging processes. Arthritic conditions cause joint inflammation,

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Does Arthritis Equal Pain?

April 20, 2026

Often when a patient experienced joint or spine pain, an Xray is ordered that shows “osteoarthritis” or “degenerative joint disease”. The physician often points to these findings as the cause of the pain. Not surprisingly, XR findings often do not correlate with pain. The Xray changes take years to develop and usually have been present long before the pain appears.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment and symptoms

Easy Trigger Finger Release

April 17, 2026

Sticking and often painful popping of a trigger finger or thumb can hinder normal hand use. Early on, a brace to keep the digit partially extended at night may resolve the issue. If it progresses, ultrasound can show thickened ligament or pulley restricting tendon motion causing the triggering. If caught early, a small local cortisone injection combined with fenestration of

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Movement as Medicine: Simple Daily Exercises to Support Your Chiropractic Adjustments

April 14, 2026

Our team believes that chiropractic care works best when combined with healthy daily habits. While your adjustments help realign your spine and improve nervous system function, what you do between visits plays a crucial role in maintaining these benefits. Here are simple yet effective exercises that can enhance your chiropractic care and promote overall wellness. Morning Stretches to Start Your

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Mechanical Knee Pain

April 9, 2026

Knee pain can often be mechanical. This is to say that actions at the foot and hips cause excess stress at the knee. Think of your body as a chain, a “mechanical chain.” What happens at one end of the chain, affects the other end of the chain. The knee the middle-link between foot and the hip.  The knee can

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