Understanding Sciatica: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Management Strategies – Dr. Jason B. Jones Elizabeth City, NC Chiropractor

Sciatica refers to the nerve pain resulting from an injury or irritation to your sciatic nerve. Sciatica is not a condition, but rather a symptom of another problem involving the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is the longest and widest nerve in the human body. It runs from the lower back, through the buttocks, and down the legs, ending just below the knee. The sciatic nerve controls several muscles in the lower legs and supplies sensation to the skin of the foot and the majority of the lower leg.

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Combatting Sedentary Risks: Unveiling the Perils of Prolonged Sitting

Living a sedentary lifestyle has become a norm for most of us. The truth is we spend most of our days sitting. Whether in an office, working from home, commuting or just relaxing on the couch scrolling through social media, most of us are barely up and moving like we should be. But one thing we need to know is that the sedentary lifestyle we have adopted has dire health consequences. Prolonged sitting can lead to adverse outcomes. Have a look at some of the hidden dangers of sitting too long;

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The Power of Posture: How Poor Posture Affects Your Daily Life and How Chiropractic Care Can Help

Is the phrase “Stand up straight” familiar to you? Whether we realize it or not, we sometimes feel guilty about poor posture. Many of us slouch more than we should following fatigue after a long day, poorly designed workspaces, a challenging workout at the gym, or just a bad night of sleep. Anytime you are not standing or sitting straight and engaging your muscles, when your shoulders are rounded, or you are not holding your neck high, you are portraying signs of bad posture. But do you realize that there are several adverse effects that poor posture can have on your body? Here is an outline of some consequences of poor posture and how Chiropractic can help you make positive changes. Have a glance!

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How to End Sleepless Nights if You Suffer From Back Pain

Back pain can be a major disruption in our lives. For some, it may define one’s day-to-day life. Worst of all, it doesn’t go away when it’s time to sleep at the end of the day. Thankfully, there are things we can do to get the slumber we all deserve. Here are some ideas that can help you get some much-needed sleep.

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