Morton’s neuroma is a benign growth or thickening of the tissue that surrounds the digital nerve leading to the toes. It is a painful condition that affects the ball of your foot, most commonly in the area between your third and fourth toes. The thickening of the tissue is in response to irritation, trauma or […]

Maintaining a healthy fluid balance can be difficult. But keep in mind that staying hydrated not only keeps our vital organs and bodies running smoothly, but it also keeps common symptoms like fatigue, headaches, and dry skin under control. Dehydration can also lead to a serious condition called heat stroke. And as summer temperature hit, […]

COMPOUND EXERCISES: If you are interested in getting a complete, effective and functional workout, try doing compound exercises! Compound exercises are any motion that exercises several muscles or muscle groups at one time. Here are the benefits of doing compound exercises. • You simply burn more calories! • Allows you to get a full body […]

Did you know that even if your feet do not hurt, they might be contributing to overall postural imbalance causing pain or discomfort in other areas of your body? Customized orthotics may help bring lasting relief. When you don’t have a balanced foundation it causes postural stress and pain in different parts of your body. […]

CARE Chiropractic appreciates the opportunity to be involved in The Oral Cancer Foundation Walk For Awareness at Foothill College. We would like to offer you a complimentary new patient exam and treatment. All the proceeds from your first exam and treatment will go towards The Oral Cancer Foundation Walk Awareness. For more information please visit: […]

Majority of pregnant women develop low back pain at some point during their pregnancies and some even suffer from sciatic nerve pain. Protruding abdomen and increased spinal curvature, as well as changes to the pelvis and posture could result in misaligned spine or joints. As the baby grows in size, the woman’s center of gravity […]

Do you have back pain that interferes with routine daily activities, or recreation? If so, you are not alone. Low back pain is the single leading cause of disability worldwide, and it is estimated that over 80% of the population will suffer from some form of low back pain at some point in their lives. […]

The most common condition affecting the knee is osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is the “wear and tear” type of arthritis. It is when the cartilage in your joints breaks down causing pain, swelling, and reduced motion in the joints that makes walking difficult. X-rays typically show a loss of joint space in the affected knee. Lifestyle modification […]

Heel spur, a bony protrusion seen on an x-ray, is a calcium deposit on the bottom of the calcaneus or the heel bone. Heel spurs become painful when the plantar fascia or the flat band of tissue that connects your heel bone to your toes become inflamed (aka plantar fasciitis). Heel spurs are often caused […]

Avoid back injury and disc herniation with proper lifting technique! *Lift close to your body for more stability *Keep your feet shoulder width apart for a more solid base of support *Never bend or twist your back. Keep your back straight and raise and lower to the ground by bending your knees *Tighten your abdominal […]