Dr. Kelly McMurtrey Thompson

05/28/2026

Be careful how you lift heavy objects. 🏗️ Never bend at the waist to pick something up. Always squat down, keep the object close to your body, and use your legs to lift. Improper lifting is one of the most common causes of acute back injuries.

05/26/2026

X-rays are sometimes necessary in chiropractic care to get a full picture of your spinal health. 🩻 They help identify the degree of misalignment, disc degeneration, and structural changes that cannot be detected through examination alone.

05/25/2026

05/21/2026

Chiropractic adjustments are safe. ✅ Studies show that serious complications from chiropractic care are extremely rare, far less common than complications from pain medications or spinal surgery.

It is one of the safest forms of healthcare available.

05/19/2026

Sciatica does not have to control your life. 🦵 Chiropractic adjustments can relieve pressure on the sciatic nerve, reduce inflammation, and restore normal function.

Many sciatica patients find lasting relief through consistent chiropractic care without the need for surgery.

05/14/2026

Frequent headaches could be coming from your neck. 🤕 Cervicogenic headaches originate from tension and misalignment in the cervical spine and are often mistaken for tension headaches or migraines.

If your headaches are frequent, chiropractic care may be the answer you have been looking for.

05/12/2026

The human spine can support the weight of several tons when properly aligned. 💪

But poor posture and misalignment can reduce that capacity significantly, leading to pain, injury, and long-term damage. Alignment is everything.

05/07/2026

Sitting at a desk all day? Try this. Every 30 minutes, stand up, roll your shoulders back, and take 10 deep breaths.

This simple habit reduces tension in your upper back and neck and keeps your spine from locking up throughout the day. Your body will thank you. 💻

05/05/2026

Watch out for prolonged driving without breaks. 🚗 Long hours behind the wheel compress the lumbar spine and tighten the hip flexors. Stop every hour to stretch, walk, and reset your posture. Your lower back will thank you on the other side of that road trip.