Optimal Wellness Blog

What Causes Inflammation? Bottom Line: Chronic inflammation is one of the most significant health issues many of us will face today. It’s been linked to everything from chronic pain to a wide range of other mild and serious medical conditions. It’s important not to mistake acute inflammation for chronic inflammation. Acute inflammation describes your body’s…

The Truth About Chiropractic Bottom Line: Chiropractors have been helping people perform their best for over 125 years. Many things have changed since the beginning, but the one thing that remains constant is our commitment to helping people find relief from pain and improve their quality of life without drugs or surgery. Your body’s ability…

Is My Arm Pain Coming From My Neck? Bottom Line: Pain in your hand, wrist, or arm can be frustrating. You don’t realize how much you use your arms and hands until pain, numbness, or tingling gets in the way. Most of us don’t usually wonder “is my arm pain coming from my neck” right…

Why Does My Neck Hurt? Bottom Line: Your neck has a tough job. It has to hold, stabilize, and move the weight of your head… every day… for a lifetime. Holding up 11 pounds may not seem like a lot, but the 7 bones and 20 muscles of your neck have to work together in…

Posture: Balancing Strength And Flexibility Bottom Line: Both strength and flexibility play a significant role in how your posture develops. For instance, having both a strong and flexible core helps the body to dynamically adapt to every environment. The spine is not only supported but also moves well, reducing the possibility of injury or pain.…

How Your Smartphone Impacts Your Posture Bottom Line: Believe it or not, many of us spend 3 hours or more per day on our smartphones. That adds up to over 1,000 hours each year! And the positions we tend to hold our heads in while using our devices can be, well… damaging. Damaging to your…