Whole Health Chiropractic: Blog

Whole Health Chiropractic in Nampa offers treatment for athletes of all ages, and anyone exercising should know how to properly warm up. Often, pulled muscles and tendons can be avoided if stretches are done in the proper order. The most important thing to know about warm-ups is to never start with a static stretch. Arm circles, jogging in place, lunges, and butt-kicks are dynamic stretches; they require movement and get the blood flowing to the part of the body being targeted during the workout. But static stretches, which require a person to maintain a difficult pose for a set time, could cause muscles to tighten up. A person could even hurt themselves by stretching a muscle while still “cold.” Most people require about five to ten minutes to be properly warmed up. Static stretches do have a place in a workout, but they are best left until the cool-down phase. The body will be plenty loose by that point and cool-down stretches will help keep it that way. Dr. Anthony J. Oberti operate...

At Dr. Anthony Obert’s Whole Health Chiropractic practice in Nampa, we assist patients struggling with pain in their spinal columns, including their tailbones. As is the case anywhere else in the spine, injuries and pressure in the tailbone can pinch nerves, which, due to the tailbone’s position, may result in sciatica. The tailbone, also known as the coccyx, is actually made up of several vertebrae and ligaments fused together into one structure. Pain in the tailbone is scientifically known as coccydynia. One of the most common causes of tailbone injuries is horseback riding, although childbirth, biking, and sports mishaps can cause bruising, as well. The pain is usually worse when the patient is seated. Imaging tests such as digital x-rays help us to determine the nature of the patient’s injury, and if the patient complains of sciatica, it is important for us to know the location of the pinched nerve. The tailbone can be adjusted. While healing, patients should sit on ring-shaped pil...

When chiropractic care joins forces with massage therapy, the benefits for the patient are endless. Not only do these two different approaches treat sore muscles and speed up recovery from injury, they also alleviate back and joint pain. At Whole Health Chiropractic, we offer massage therapy in junction with spinal manipulation as a hands-on, drug-free approach to treating musculoskeletal conditions. Chiropractic treatment and massage therapy complement each other because they relax the muscles and joints. Even the healthiest person can have physical pain caused by tightness and stress. When used with chiropractic treatments, massage helps to increase blood flow, improves circulation, and helps decrease pain. Next time you visit our doctors at Whole Health Chiropractic, inquire about massage therapy. If you have questions or concerns about massage therapy, please give us a call. To learn more about the services provided by Whole Health Chiropractic, visit  www.wholehealthnampa.com  for...

Scoliosis occurs most often during the growth spurt just before puberty. Scoliosis is an abnormality that occurs when the spine becomes rotated and curved sideways. It’s important to understand that this condition doesn’t develop because you wear a heavy book bag or sleep in a weird position, it’s genetic, but the good news is that mild cases don’t require surgery to treat. Fortunately, our doctors at Whole Health Chiropractic can suggest alternative treatment methods. Physical Therapy – When it comes to scoliosis, there is a physical therapy exercise that is tailored to meet the needs of a patient. At Whole Health Chiropractic, our doctors will tailor different exercises to meet your individual needs.  Chiropractic Adjustments – Our doctors at Whole Health Chiropractic have experience with treating scoliosis patients. Therefore, all chiropractic adjustments performed in our office our safe. Before performing a chiropractic adjustment you will need to visit us for a consultation to det...

Posture is defined as the position you maintain while standing, sitting, lying down. No posture is perfect, but maintaining good posture has numerous benefits for your spine and your overall health. Good posture is essential for avoiding back and neck pain. It also reduces stress on the ligaments that connect the spinal joints. If you notice yourself slouching, or desire to improve your posture overall, Our doctors at Whole Health Chiropractic suggest trying out these tips. Imagine that a string is attached to the top of your head and pulling you upwards. The idea is to keep your body in perfect alignment, maintaining the spine’s natural curvature, neck straight and shoulders parallel with the hips. To stand correctly, you should always keep your shoulders back and relaxed while pulling in your abdomen and keeping your feet about hip distance apart. Balance your weight evenly on both feet and try not to tilt your head forward, backward or sideways. Finally, you should always keep your ...

Therapeutic exercise is defined as a bodily movement prescribed to correct impairment, improve musculoskeletal function, or maintain a state of well-being. Anyone can benefit from therapeutic exercise as the goal of therapeutic exercises is to increase the range of motion, decrease pain, improve balance and restore the overall function of the body. At Whole Health Chiropractic, our doctors can develop an individualized treatment plan with you depending on the source of your pain, or if certain muscle group needs more attention than another. If you suffer from shoulder pain, back pain, knee pain, or more, our doctors at Whole Health Chiropractic can provide exercises to assist you through the healing process. Therapeutic exercise is aimed at achieving and maintaining physical fitness fall into the following major categories: endurance training, resistance training, and flexibility training. For certain conditions, our doctors will develop a custom exercise program to benefit your indivi...

Pinched nerves are one of our primary concerns at Whole Health Chiropractic in Nampa, and spinal stenosis is one of the biggest risk factors. This term describes the narrowing of the spinal channel, potentially putting pressure on the spinal nerves at the neck or in the lumbar region. Some people have a genetic predisposition toward developing bone spurs inside their spines. When spurs develop in the lower, lumbar region, patients may develop sciatica. This causes pain or numbness in their legs and contributes to poor bowel control. Spinal spurs in the neck, or cervical region, can cause pain or weakness throughout the body and a tingling sensation in the arms. Bone spurs are not the only reason why the spinal channel may get narrower; degeneration of discs and cartilage may also be to blame. Dr. Oberti will conduct imaging and tactile tests to determine the reason for the patient’s stenosis. Treatment plans usually include physical therapy and manual adjustments. Dr. Anthony J. Oberti...

At Whole Health Chiropractic, we don’t believe there ever comes a point when people need to accept a low quality of life. One of the questions people most commonly ask chiropractors is why people stoop over in old age. There are a few reasons, but none are inevitable. Osteoporosis is usually the culprit. This disease is characterized by tiny cracks in bone tissue. The cracks are typically acquired through small, everyday actions and don’t hurt enough for the patient to think they have a broken bone. But people who have osteoporosis are likely to experience more than one crack, and when enough cracks develop in the vertebrae, the backbones begin to collapse. This causes older people to lose height in addition to causing them to stoop. The best way to prevent osteoporosis is by maintaining good nutrition and posture. For people at risk, there are therapeutic exercises which can help to mitigate the damage. Spinal curvature can be painful, but we help patients manage it through chiropract...

The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the body, so when it becomes damaged, the result is painful. Before Dr. Anthony J. Oberti of Whole Health Chiropractic can treat your sciatica, he must first determine the injury or ailment that is causing sciatic nerve pain. Sciatic nerve pain is typically felt from the low back (buttocks area) to behind the thigh and radiating down below the knee. One of the most common causes of sciatic nerve pain is a herniated disc. If you have spinal misalignments or an underlying condition such as spondylolisthesis, he may suggest chiropractic adjustments. While sciatica is often associated with low back pain, it can make walking difficult or almost impossible if left untreated. If you are experiencing symptoms of sciatica, visit us immediately. If you have questions or concerns regarding sciatica, please give us a call. To learn more about the services provided by Whole Health Chiropractic, visit  www.wholehealthnampa.com  for more information. To sched...