Imagine a future where our bodies can fix themselves. Injuries, sickness, and getting older are not such big problems anymore. This is not just in movies. Healing science is improving. It can do more for healthcare than most people realize.

Spinal health is a topic that often gets overlooked until discomfort or pain begins to set in, causing a significant disruption in our daily lives. From the moment we wake up, to the point we lay down to sleep, our spine is constantly at work, supporting our body and facilitating movement. It is crucial to understand the role our spine plays and how we can effectively take care of it.

As an athlete, maintaining optimum physical health is paramount to achieving peak performance. One often overlooked aspect of this is chiropractic care. Often associated with back pain treatment, many may not immediately link chiropractic care with sports performance. However, this holistic discipline offers numerous benefits to athletes, from injury prevention to performance optimization.

Chronic back pain is the most prevalent reason people miss work and visit the doctor. It is also one of the conditions many chiropractors deal with in America—about 35%.

Shockwave therapy, or extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), is a minimally invasive procedure. It employs high-energy sound waves to promote healing and reduce pain. The treatment has been around for a while. It may be an excellent alternative to corticosteroid injections and surgery.