If you have ever been in a Car Accident then you probably know that they can be traumatizing, causing feelings of physical and emotional distress. Often times, soon after an accident occurs those involved will feel high on adrenaline, which can make it very easy to ignore symptoms of pain and injury.  As a result, many people tend to leave an accident scene thinking they are fine, and maybe they even say as much to the responding officer. Some people even wait several days before they realize they are in pain and need help.    Article Table of Contents: The Importance of Seeing a Chiropractor after a Car Accident How a Chiropractor can Help Car Accident Victims Chiropractic Care for Car Accident Victims at Florida Spine and Injury

Were you injured in a Car Accident? Are you suffering from Back or Neck Pain?  If you are suffering from an injury or pain condition you may have made the decision to visit a chiropractor for treatment and pain relief.  Chiropractors specialize in treating accident victims and those who are suffering from back or neck injuries. Chiropractic care is an all natural form of healing. By realigning the spine and putting it back into its normal position, chiropractors are able to promote healing without the need for invasive surgery or addictive pain medications. 

Medical Treatment after a Car Accident If you were involved in a Car Accident in Florida, even if your accident was relatively minor, it is still a good idea to be seen by a medical professional to make sure that you have not suffered any injuries that could become more serious.  There are many different injures from car accidents. It is not uncommon for serious injuries to take hours or even a few days to present symptoms so the sooner you are seen by a medical expert the sooner you can begin your treatment and recovery. Some people are not fully aware of how serious their injuries may be so it's always best to be properly diagnosed.  Some people's main concern after being involved in a Car Accident is how their medical bills are going to be covered? 

What You Need to Know About Chiropractic Care If Chiropractic Care is something unfamiliar to you, the idea of getting an "adjustment" or hearing the phrase "spinal decompression" is probably a little intimidating. Most of the time, intimidation factors in from not knowing exactly what something is. Well, look no further: here is your comprehensive guide introducing the world of chiropractic care.   Article Table of Contents: What is Chiropractic Care? Types of Chiropractic Adjustments and Treatments What Can Chiropractic Care Help With? What to expect on my first visit to a Chiropractor?

Chiropractic Care and Nerve Pain If you have ever suffered from Nerve Pain, you understand how miserable it can be. And you're not alone. Over 20 million people in the United States deal with some type of peripheral nerve pain.  Your nervous system is involved in just about everything you do, so it is no surprise how painful nerve pain (also called neuropathic pain) can be. It can also be quite chronic. This means that there can be a wide range of symptoms to look for. Why is this the case?   Article Table of Contents: The Types of Nerves Autonomic Nerves Motor Nerves Sensory Nerves Causes of Nerve Pain What is Chiropractic Care? Chiropractic Treatment for Neuropathy

Working Your Abs While Resting Your Back As summer is dwindling and the Fall months approach and all those wonderful holidays, it is easier to let yourself go a little. Hey, we've all been there. Unfortunately, you get to the other side of those holidays and have a little extra padding in the stomach area. So what is the most common exercise for the abs? Basic sit-ups, right? Have you ever sat up after your crunches and you feel more pain in your back than your stomach? That can be frustrating and likely to deter you from trying to exercise your abdominals again. So what can you do about? Thankfully, we have some effective and chiropractic-approved ab exercises that are safe and will not hurt your back.   Article Table of Contents: What is Chiropractic Care? Do chiropractors heal patients? Breaking Down Back Pain Why Chiropractic Consultation is Essential Before Engaging in Ab Exercises 6 Ab Exercises That Are Safe For The Lower Back Front Plank Stir the Pot Stomach Vacuum Exercise  Core Abdominals Towel Crunches That Protect The Lower Back Swiss Ball Crunches

Back Pain Facts  The back is a complex structure of joints, ligaments, bones, and muscles. Unfortunately, it is all to common to sprain ligaments, irritate joints, strain muscles, and rupture discs, all of which will lead to back pain.  While accidents, work injuries, or sports injuries can cause back pain, sometimes simple movements like picking up a light object off the ground, can have very painful results. Back pain can also be the result of a disease such as kidney infections, blood clots, or bone loss.  We rely on the strength in our back to perform many physical tasks, even sedentary tasks such as sitting at a desk require our back muscles.  Regardless of age, occupation, and ethnicity, nobody is insusceptible to the risks of back pain.  The experienced Chiropractors at Florida Spine and Injury have come up with a list of 5 Facts about Back Pain that we think everyone should know. 

Although there are various types of personal injuries, the one thing that all personal injury claims have in common is that they are all accidents that occurred as a result of someone else's negligence.   Keeping this in mind, not all personal injuries are the same, while some may require hospitalization, others can be treated most effectively with the help of an experienced Chiropractor.  When you suffer from an injury that was caused by another's careless actions, filing a claim for compensation is your best chance at receiving all of the benefits that you deserve. Now it's important to keep in mind that the negligent person's insurance company will try to minimize your payout as much as possible, or even avoid it altogether.  Now you may be wondering just where does a chiropractor fit into all of this? Well at Florida Spine and Injury we are here to tell you how our Chiropractors help patients after they have been involved in a Personal Injury Accident.   Article Table of Contents: Thorough Injury Documentation We Work with Insurance Companies We Work with Personal Injury Attorneys Why Choose Florida Spine and Injury

"What is causing my back pain?" is probably one of the most common questions physicians get from their patients who are suffering from soreness, stabbing pains, or stiffness in their back.  Some individuals know the exact cause of their suffering, while others can't seem to fathom why it is happening to them.  Therefore, we are writing this blog to help individuals who are in pain. Not only do I think you deserve some insight into the many potential causes of back pain, I also want to help you avoid common risk factors that can lead to more severe or even chronic back pain.  If you are already suffering, I will also touch on what doctor you need to go see immediately and why they are the best option when dealing with the spine and non-visible musculoskeletal injuries in general.    Article Table of Contents: Potential Causes of Your Back Injury and Pain Risk Factors That Could Potentially Lead to Back Pain What Kind of Doctor Can Help Reduce Back Pain?

Whether you're out spending time with your family or trying to make the most of your work day, a headache can throw a wrench into your focus. We all know that feeling when you want to enjoy yourself or be productive, but instead, you have to deal with the exhausting and painful symptoms of a headache. Tension headaches are the most common type of a headache, accounting for nearly 90% of all headaches, but that doesn’t make them any more bearable. It’s one of the most disabling conditions out there, and it’s one that many people feel they just have to “wait out.” There are several different ways to relieve the pain of these annoyingly common headaches. In this article, you’ll find the best relief techniques for tension headaches so you can get back to your daily life happy, focused, and pain-free.   Article Table of Contents: What are tension headaches? What causes tension headaches? How long do tension headaches usually last? The 13 best relief techniques for tension headaches