Optimal Wellness Blog

Whiplash: The Symptoms You Need To Know Bottom Line: Whiplash is an injury that occurs when your body is suddenly forced backward and forward. It’s the most common injury that happens during an automobile accident, and it’s one of the leading causes of chronic neck and back pain. While a fender bender may not seem…

Keeping Your Spinal Discs Healthy Bottom Line: Proactively doing things today to help your spinal discs stay healthy in the future is a smart idea. Every day, your spinal discs absorb stress related to gravity, your posture, and your movement patterns. Over time, this stress can cause wear and tear to your discs that can…

How To Strengthen Your Spinal Discs Bottom Line: No one wants to deal with back pain. Whether you’re living with pain today or looking to reduce your risk of injury in the future, you may be curious about how you can strengthen your spine. When it comes to strengthening spinal discs, it’s wise to start…

Types Of Spinal Disc Problems Bottom Line: If you’ve had a spinal disc problem, you know how painful it can be. Every movement seems to hurt, and it can feel like you’ll never be back to your old self. That pain is the body’s way of signaling you to “Pay Attention Inside Now” — it’s…

What Are Spinal Discs Made Of? Bottom Line: We all know spinal discs are important — but to understand why, the real question is… what are they made of? Simply put, your spinal discs are the little cushions that sit between the bones (vertebrae) in your spine. Each disc is made up of a tough,…

Increasing Your Energy In 2021 Bottom Line: Have you found yourself tired and drained at the end of each day? It may be easy to grab a second (or tenth?!) coffee or energy drink but boosting your energy level doesn’t mean you need to rely on caffeine. Creating smart, healthy habits each day can help…