Tips from Our Doctors to Stay Healthy in a Modern World
How Do You Loosen Tight Quadratus Lumborum?
What is QL and where it is located? The quadratus lumborum, or QL, is a deep muscle that runs along each side of your lower back, from the bottom of your rib cage down to the top of your hip bone (the iliac crest). It's one of the main muscles that stabilizes your...
Can reading in bed hurt your neck?
KEY TAKEAWAYS To read in bed without straining your neck, use a wedge pillow to sit upright and prop your book at eye level so your head stays in a neutral position. Looking down at a book flattens the spine's protective curve and can lead to headaches, numbness, and...
How to Stretch the Rectus Femoris Muscle
Your rectus femoris is the big muscle that goes from your knee to your hip along the front of your leg. The muscle itself and the fascial layer on top of it can get very tight, which can cause discomfort and, over time, possibly pain. What Causes Rectus Femoris...
Can a Chiropractor Help with Migraines?
If you suffer from migraines, you know how much they can take over your life. You're likely searching for answers—something that actually works, not just another temporary fix. This guide will walk you through what migraines are, what causes them, when it's time to...
Why Expectant Mothers Seek a Prenatal Chiropractor in Plano
KEY TAKEAWAYS Prenatal chiropractic care uses gentle upper cervical and Webster techniques rather than twisting or cracking to ease pregnancy discomfort and support pelvic balance. This often helps with pregnancy-related back pain, sciatica, and nerve irritation...
How Chiropractic Care Can Help with Vertigo and Dizziness
People often ask, "Can chiropractic help vertigo?" The answer to this question depends on the cause. Chiropractic care does not replace medical care, but it may help when neck alignment plays a role in vertigo symptoms. Vertigo and dizziness affect daily life in...
The Complete Guide to Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care
If you live in North Texas and struggle with headaches, neck pain, or other ongoing health concerns, you may feel like you have tried everything, including chiropractic care. But have you tried upper cervical chiropractic? Upper cervical chiropractic offers a gentle...
Red Light Therapy at HealthWorks: Benefits and Treatment Process
At HealthWorks Family Chiropractic in Plano, we believe that healing happens when your body is supported naturally and gently. That’s why our Bliss Wellness Suite now offers red light therapy, a calming and science-based treatment that helps improve how your body...
Why Does My Head Feel Heavy? Understanding Upper Cervical Issues
KEY TAKEAWAYS A heavy-head sensation is often caused by upper cervical misalignment and forward head posture rather than being a minor nuisance. The head weighs about 10 to 12 pounds, and shifting it forward just one inch adds roughly 10 extra pounds of strain on the...
Can Menopause Cause Dizziness?
Yes, menopause can cause dizziness. Declining and fluctuating estrogen affects inner ear function, blood pressure, sleep, and anxiety, all of which influence balance. For some women, neck and spinal tension can compound these hormonal effects, making dizziness...