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Whiplash and Icy Weather
Whiplash is the effect of sprain and strain in the neck, most often due to some type of accident which “whips” the neck back & forth, thereby injuring nerves. Commonly caused by having your vehicle rear-ended by another vehicle,
Treating Acute and Overuse Injuries
As I was driving around Savage this morning, I noticed a group of young people out for a run. It looks like the cross country runners from the Prior Lake High School are getting a jump-start on the upcoming season.
Stay Healthy, Stay Cool
Everyone is talking about, and suffering through, the recent heat wave. It’s no different here in Savage Minnesota! Can chiropractic care help keep you cool in the summer heat? As much as I’d like to say it does, there isn’t
Celebrating Freedom – From Pain!
The Memorial Day weekend, the “official” start of summer, is almost here. Families all over the country will be gathering together to enjoy barbecues, the beautiful weather, a day off from work and school, and just being together. It’s also
Will Insurance Cover My Chiropractic Care?
When meeting new and potential patients I’m frequently asked, “Will my insurance cover my chiropractic treatments?” Most of the time, the answer is, “Yes.” As companies and insurance carriers search for ways to promote preventative care and wellness programs, more
Seeking Treatment for Auto Accident Injuries
At Watkins Family Chiropractic, we treat many patients with injuries sustained in auto accidents. These injuries can include whiplash, neck pain, headaches, upper back pain, low back pain, and pain in the extremities. Injuries that are obvious – cuts, bruises,
Healthy, Effective Alternative Treatments for Arthritis & Fibromyalgia
A study recently published in the Annals of Internal Medicinehas found that 63% of people who visited a rheumatologist for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia conditions also sought some form of “complementary and alternative medicine (CAM).” Chiropractic was not only
What exactly is scoliosis and is there anything that can be done to help?
While the spine naturally has a front-to-back curve that produces the normal rounding of the shoulders and the sway of the lower back, some people suffer from an abnormal curvature of the spine called “scoliosis”. Simply put, scoliosis is generally associated with a side-to-side twisting of the spine that renders an “S” shaped or corkscrew appearance.
Treating TMJ and Jaw Pain with Chiropractic Care
Occasionally a patient will mention that they suffer from pain in their jaw or TMJ. They would like to know what is causing it, and what can be done to alleviate it. The causes of jaw pain and TMJ pain
