Marathon Spine & Wellness

09/02/2025

Happy Labor Day 🇺🇸 What a beautiful weekend for Marathon FUN DAYS ☀️

08/30/2025

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Did you know farmers and runners often suffer from the exact same injuries?

Low back pain. Tight hips. Sore shoulders.

Both groups push their bodies with repetitive motion and endurance. At Marathon Spine & Wellness, we help Wausau’s hardest workers and strongest athletes recover and perform at their best.

👉 Read more about why farmers and runners share the same pain—and how chiropractic care helps both:
https://www.marathonspine.com/post/why-farmers-runners-share-the-same-injuries-and-how-to-prevent-them

06/26/2025

🎥 Rehabbing a Lisfranc Injury Post-Surgery
A Lisfranc injury can be one of the most challenging foot injuries to recover from — especially after surgery. In this video, we demonstrate the early rehab process after immobilization.

Todays video demonstrates myofascial work (both instrument and by hand), laser with the intent to accelerate healing, progressions made in the y-balance drill over a few weeks to improve stability, and (coming soon) more athletic movements to return to full activity/sport!

👣 Whether you're a patient or a provider, understanding the rehab process is essential to avoid setbacks and support long-term healing.

👉 Read the full blog post for more in-depth info:
https://www.marathonchiropractor.com/post/lisfranc-fracture-treatment-and-rehab

04/25/2025

Love gardening but hate the aches and pains that come with it? At Marks Chiropractic, we’re here to help you keep your green thumb thriving—pain-free! Here are our top tips for a healthy, happy gardening season:

1️⃣ Warm Up Before You Dig: Treat gardening like a workout! Do a quick 5-minute stretch to loosen up your back, shoulders, and knees.

2️⃣ Use Ergonomic Tools: Invest in long-handled tools to reduce bending and strain on your spine.

3️⃣ Kneel Smart: Use a cushioned kneeling pad or a low stool to protect your knees and lower back.

4️⃣ Lift Light & Right: Bend at your knees, not your waist, when lifting pots or bags of soil. Keep loads close to your body.

5️⃣ Take Breaks: Switch tasks every 20-30 minutes to avoid overworking one muscle group.

💚 Bonus Tip: Book an adjustment to stay moving pain-free all season long!

🌼 Let’s keep your garden—and your body—blooming! Share your favorite gardening hacks below! 👇

04/24/2025

🌟 Hip Labral Tear Management at Marks Chiropractic! 🌟

Experiencing hip pain or a clicking sensation? Our latest blog post dives into Best Practices for Managing Hip Labral Tears—from mild fraying to severe cases. Learn how chiropractic care, targeted exercises, and personalized plans can get you moving pain-free!

Discover:
👉The 3 levels of hip labral tears
👉Evidence-based strategies, from adjustments to rehab
👉Why Marks Chiropractic is your go-to for hip health

Read the full post at the link below and take control of your hip pain today!

https://www.marathonchiropractor.com/post/best-practices-for-managing-hip-labral-tears

Find Relief From Hip Pain and Hip Labrum TearsHip labral tears can be a painful and frustrating condition, limiting your ability to move, work, or enjoy daily activities. At Marks Chiropractic, we’re committed to helping you understand this injury and guiding you toward effective management tailor...

04/16/2025

🌟 Great news for knee osteoarthritis relief! 🌟

A 2020 study in the New England Journal of Medicine found that conservative care was just as effective as glucocorticoid injections for managing knee osteoarthritis pain and improving function.

At Marks Chiropractic, we focus on non-invasive, hands-on care to help you move better and feel great—without the need for injections!

Want to explore how chiropractic care and physical therapy can support your joint health? Call us today!

04/09/2025

🌟 Knee pain slowing you down?🌟

A new study (Age and Ageing, Feb 2025) says nutrition + exercise could be your game-changer for Knee Arthritis—less pain, more mobility!

Want the details? Our latest article breaks it down and shares how Marks Chiropractic can help you get back to hiking the Wausau area or back on the pickleball court as soon as possible!

Check it out below!

https://www.marathonchiropractor.com/post/nutrition-and-exercise-for-knee-arthritis

Can Nutrition and Exercise Team Up to Tackle Knee Osteoarthritis? New Research Says Yes!If you’re one of the millions dealing with knee osteoarthritis (OA), you know the struggle: stiff joints, nagging pain, and the frustration of feeling limited in your daily life. At Marks Chiropractic, we’re ...

04/04/2025

Here’s an interesting piece from the world of orthopedic research! A study published in Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research® (Impact Factor 4.4) in May, 2022 digs into chronic tennis elbow and whether surgeons or patients can predict how well nonoperative treatments—like rest, therapy, or bracing—will work.

The findings? It’s trickier than you’d think! Neither surgeons nor patients were consistently able to forecast who’d improve without surgery. It just goes to show how unique each recovery journey can be.

At Marks Chiropractic we take a hands-on approach to helping with tennis (or golfers!) elbow. Our team uses techniques like eccentric loading strategies to strengthen tendons gradually, dry needling to target tight spots and boost healing, and laser therapy interventions to reduce inflammation and promote tissue repair. It’s all about finding what works best for you!

We’re always keeping up with research like this to better understand how we can support those seeking our care!

Want to check out the details? View the full study here:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40036009/

Level II, therapeutic study.

04/02/2025

Feeling that tight band around your forehead or nagging neck pain? You’re not alone—tension headaches are super common, but they don’t have to ruin your day. We’ve helped countless patients find lasting relief with natural and effective treatment options. No pills, no temporary fixes—just real solutions.

Curious how we do it? Check out our latest blog post to learn how we evaluate, diagnose, and treat tension headaches!

Ready to ditch the pain? Click below to read more and book your appointment today.



https://www.marathonchiropractor.com/post/finding-headache-relief-how-chiropractors-can-help-with-tension-headaches

12/25/2024

From our family to yours, we wish you and your loved ones a joyous holiday season filled with peace, happiness, and good health.

10/25/2024

New Office Hours Starting Next Week 10/28/2024!

10/18/2024

Stubborn Pain In Your Heel or Foot? It Could Be More Connected to Your Overall Health Than You Think!

If you’ve been battling chronic heel pain or plantar fasciitis, you’re not alone! But did you know that your foot pain could be related to other factors, like inflammation in your body?

Research is showing that pain in one area can sometimes signal underlying issues elsewhere in the body—like your heart health. ❤️

The good news? Understanding these connections can help us find long-lasting relief for your pain and boost your overall health!

Don’t settle for just treating the symptom—look at the bigger picture. Head over to our blog to discover how addressing the root cause of your pain can lead to better healing AND a healthier you!

💻https://www.marathonchiropractor.com/post/exploring-the-hidden-connections-between-pain-and-systemic-health-how-chronic-conditions-like-plant 💻

Have you ever experienced foot pain that seemed tied to something else? Share your story in the comments—we’d love to hear from you!

As a chiropractor, I frequently see patients seeking relief from chronic pain, often localized in areas like the back, neck, or feet. While it's easy to focus on the specific site of pain, recent research is shedding light on how seemingly localized pain conditions may actually reflect larger, more....