O'Keefe Chiropractic Center

07/18/2025

Some evidence suggests that a misaligned spine or neck can cause ringing in your ears. But whether a chiropractor can treat tinnitus is still the subject of debate. A chiropractor may not be the first person you think of to treat the ringing in your ears. An audiologist, neurologist, or an ear, nose, and throat specialist may seem like more intuitive choices but what’s important to remember is that tinnitus isn’t a disease but rather...

Read more: https://www.healthline.com/health/can-a-chiropractor-help-tinnitus

If your tinnitus is caused by a misaligned spine, a chiropractor may be able to help.

07/15/2025

When you think of adult health, you may think about ways to stay healthy. They might include doing all you can to prevent cancer, getting vaccines, and washing your hands well and often. That's a good start. The choices you make every day go a long way toward better adult health.

It's just as important to take note when you have symptoms too. Know when to see a health care professional. Serious symptoms might include weight loss for no known reason, changes in bowel habits, shortness of breath or sudden headaches...

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https://www.okeefechiropractic.net/blog/posts/15-minute-daily-exercise-for-improved-spinal-health

07/11/2025

A newly published study in the Journal of Pediatric Maternal & Family Health - Chiropractic provides groundbreaking insight into how chiropractic care may influence the emotional well-being and physical health of women during pregnancy and the postpartum period. The study examined changes in depression symptoms and quality of life (QoL) in 33 women receiving chiropractic care in their third trimester through six weeks postpartum...

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https://drmatthewmccoy.substack.com/p/chiropractic-care-linked-to-quality

07/02/2025

Maintaining spinal health is vital for lifelong mobility and overall well-being. It helps prevent back pain, improve posture, enhance flexibility, and reduce the risk of injury.

Here's how to maintain a healthy spine for lifelong mobility...

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https://www.okeefechiropractic.net/blog/posts/maintaining-spinal-health-for-life-time-mobility

06/25/2025

Neck pain is a common problem, especially for older adults. Many doctors recommend first attempting to treat the pain without medication—but are those alternative therapies safer?
A recent study led by James Whedon, DC, at Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) compared different ways to treat neck pain in older adults on Medicare. The results showed chiropractic care might be a safer option than traditional medical care, a university press release noted.

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https://www.chiroeco.com/neck-pain-study-suggests-chiropractic-care-may-be-safer-choice/

06/20/2025

Spinal manipulation is a technique where practitioners use their hands or a device to apply a controlled thrust to a joint of your spine. The amount of force can vary, but the thrust moves the joint more than it would on its own. Spinal manipulation is different from spinal mobilization, which doesn’t involve a thrust, is performed within a joint’s natural range of motion, and can be controlled by the patient...

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https://www.okeefechiropractic.net/blog/posts/benefits-of-spinal-maintenance

06/19/2025

Cracking your joints is a common habit. We crack our knuckles, fingers, toes, backs, and even our necks. But not everyone does it for the same reason. Some of us do it to release the pressure that we’re feeling in our shoulders or neck or as a reaction to stress. Sometimes it’s just a matter of habit. But is there actually any benefit to cracking your neck? The answer is yes and no. Keep reading to learn more about the potential risks, what’s happening when you try to crack your own neck, and when to seek help...

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https://www.healthline.com/health/neck-cracking

Cracking your neck gently or only on occasion generally won't cause you any harm. Here's what you need to know about the risks and when to seek care.

06/13/2025

Of people who’ve had neck or back pain in the previous 12 months, 62% sought care from a medical doctor, while 53% pursued chiropractic care, according to a Gallup survey commissioned by Palmer College of Chiropractic. One recently published systematic review suggests those who consult with a DC first may experience two benefits: reduced healthcare services and lower costs...

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https://www.chiroeco.com/the-value-of-chiropractic-care/

This article illustrates the value of chiropractic care by showing how reaching out to a DC can help patients reduce healthcare costs.

06/11/2025

Sciatica isn’t just ordinary back pain—it’s a condition that stems from irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve, which runs from your lower back down through your hips, buttocks, and legs. O’Keefe Chiropractic Center wants to help you understand the symptoms of sciatica and how treatments like spinal decompression are key to finding relief in Medford, NJ. Here are some ways to determine if your back pain is actually sciatica.

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https://www.okeefechiropractic.net/blog/posts/is-your-low-back-pain-caused-by-sciatica-how-spinal-decompression-can-help

06/06/2025

Neck pain is a common problem, especially for older adults. Many doctors recommend first attempting to treat the pain without medication—but are those alternative therapies safer?

Read more here:
https://www.chiroeco.com/neck-pain-study-suggests-chiropractic-care-may-be-safer-choice/

05/30/2025

Scientists have been studying the effectiveness of chiropractic care for various types of pain for many years. Low back pain The most promising research is on low back pain, which has shown spinal manipulation therapy (SMT) is as effective as other common therapies, like exercise therapy, standard medical care, or physiotherapy. Systematic reviews have shown that chiropractic therapy significantly reduces chronic low back pain and...

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https://www.everydayhealth.com/chronic-pain/chiropractic-therapy-how-can-it-help-chronic-pain/

05/27/2025

Spinal maintenance care, often involving regular chiropractic adjustments, aims to maintain spinal alignment and overall well-being.

Here's a breakdown of the key benefits:

1. Pain Reduction and Prevention:
- Reduces back pain: Regular adjustments can help alleviate pain and discomfort associated with spinal misalignments and nerve irritation, according to Prestige Health and Wellness.
- Prevents future issues: By addressing minor misalignments proactively, it can prevent the development of more serious problems like back pain, sciatica, and headaches....

Read more: https://www.okeefechiropractic.net/blog/posts/benefits-of-spinal-maintenance-care