by Dr David Perna DC | Jul 26, 2021 | Exercises
Recently, a few studies have found risk factors for early deaths such as reduced cardiorespiratory fitness, obesity, smoking, diabetes, heart disease, pulmonary disease, and more. Out of all of these causes, poor CRF appears to be the leading risk factor for early...
by Dr David Perna DC | Jul 22, 2021 | Legs
A hip pain examination will of course include a thorough examination of the hip, but it will also expand beyond just the hip area. Doctors of chiropractic examine the whole body, because there could be other locations in the body which could be causing the pain that...
by Dr David Perna DC | Jul 21, 2021 | Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
It’s surprising that for a condition as common as carpal tunnel syndrome, there is no real standard test for diagnosing it as yet. The condition, which occurs due to the median nerve being pinched or impacted due to the carpal tunnel being compressed, affects patients...
by Dr David Perna DC | Jul 21, 2021 | Legs
Hamstring strains are hard to diagnose because the pain, which is in the hip and upper buttocks region, comes on slowly and is aggravated by repetitive actions such as running, rowing, and biking. It worsens as you sit longer. Hamstring injuries turn chronic when a...
by Dr David Perna DC | Jul 13, 2021 | Legs
How Knee Pain Can Be Reduced Knee pain is a common ailment that affects millions of people worldwide. For those experiencing chronic knee pain, finding effective pain relief is crucial. Chiropractic manual therapies have shown great promise in managing knee pain, with...