Scotch Plains Family Chiropractic

12/16/2025

Physical therapy (also known as physiotherapy) and chiropractic care have some similarities. Both disciplines treat and manage pain and stiffness in your body. Both are practiced by licensed professionals with years of education in the sciences. But their approaches can be slightly different. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at these two disciplines, how they differ, what benefits they offer, and how to choose between the two if you have pain, joint stiffness, or difficulty moving.

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Both physical therapy, also known as physiotherapy, and chiropractic care focus on managing pain and other symptoms using noninvasive techniques. Both use hands-on therapy to treat a specific conditions, but there are also key differences between the two disciplines.

12/08/2025

Even though chiropractic care works wonders for some people, others are not convinced that it can be an effective treatment.

But research has shown that while chiropractic care hasn’t helped issues like asthma, it can be a huge help for painTrusted Source, especially in the lower back.

A recent studyTrusted Source in JAMA Network Open focused on U.S. military personnel. It found that those who used chiropractic care — along with traditional medical care — had better pain relief outcomes than those who only sought out traditional medical care.

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Study found chiropractor and traditional treatment can help.

11/25/2025

Scapular dyskinesis might sound complex, but it's a crucial, often overlooked, diagnosis for shoulder issues. It's unique because it's usually not painful on its own, yet it can be a primary contributor to almost every other painful shoulder diagnosis we encounter. This blog will dive into scapular dyskinesis, why it matters, and most importantly, how we, as chiropractors, can identify and address it to prevent future degeneration and injury.

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11/21/2025

Whiplash occurs when a person’s head moves backward and then forward suddenly with great force. This injury is most common following a rear-end auto collision. It can also result from physical abuse, sports injuries, or even amusement park rides.

Whiplash happens when the soft tissues (the muscles and ligaments) of your neck extend beyond their typical range of motion. Your symptoms might not appear for a while, so it’s important to pay attention to any physical changes for a few days following any crash or other injury event.

Whiplash is thought of as a relatively mild condition, but it can cause long-term pain and discomfort...

Learn more: https://www.healthline.com/health/whiplash

Whiplash occurs when a person's head moves backward and then forward very suddenly with great force. This injury is most common following a car collision.

11/17/2025

Emergency rooms are a prime source of opioid use, where 60% of low back pain (LBP) patients will be treated with opioids. In the primary care setting, the opioid prescriptions rate is 30%, and a large number of patients who saw a primary care physician for LBP received care inconsistent with evidence-based clinical practice guidelines...... In 2018, evidence revealed that chiropractic reduced opioid prescription use by 55% and opioid costs by 74%.In 2025, a Veterans Administration study with a cohort of 128,377 patients reported that chiropractic care users were found to have 64% lower odds of receiving opioid prescriptions than non-users.

Read more: https://www.chiroeco.com/chiro-patients-have-increasing-success-in-reducing-opioid-prescriptions/

Reducing opioid prescriptions remains a high priority in healthcare. These statistics suggest chiropractic care offers effective alternatives.

11/06/2025

Over 80% of all U.S. jobs are predominantly sedentary, meaning that many Americans spend most or all of their days sitting. While a job in an office environment is common, this sedentary lifestyle places Americans at increased risk for back and neck pain. And when you consider that roughly 25% of Americans are physically inactive outside of work, it means there is a lot of opportunity to improve our spine health to help us live more productive, active lives...

Read more: https://spinehealth.org/article/spine-posture-workplace-ergonomics/

Poor posture and inadequate workplace ergonomics can significantly compromise spine health, contributing to a number of musculoskeletal issues and chronic conditions.

10/27/2025

With no universal solution for choosing the best pillows, your individualized guidance matters more than you might think. The right pillow can reduce pain, improve sleep, and prevent recurrences of spinal problems. So which types, features, and brands are typically endorsed by chiropractors?

We surveyed over 200 practicing chiropractors to uncover their most recommended pillows and why. This blog distills their expert input into seven clear, evidence-informed strategies for helping patients find the best pillow.

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Discover the 7 pillow tips every chiropractor should know. Based on research and insights from 200+ chiropractors, this guide covers the best pillow types, proper height, and sleep positions to ease neck pain, improve sleep, and boost recovery.

10/24/2025

Almost everyone will experience headaches during their lifetime, with roughly half of adults reporting at least one episode each year. While many may be transitory, some patients develop recurring or persistent headaches. The most common form is the tension-type headache (TTH), accounting for an estimated 60–70% of all chronic headache cases...

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Almost everyone will experience headaches during their lifetime, with roughly half of adults reporting at least one episode each year. While many may be transitory, some patients develop recurring or persistent headaches. The most common

10/17/2025

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 new study led by Dr. James Whedon at Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) compared different ways to treat neck pain in older adults on Medicare. The results showed that chiropractic care might be a safer option than traditional medical care...

Read more: https://www.scuhs.edu/front-page-news/new-study-shows-chiropractic-care-may-be-a-safer-choice-for-treating-neck-pain-in-older-adults/

A new SCU study led by Dr. James Whedon shows chiropractic care may reduce risks compared to traditional medical treatments for neck pain in older adults. Learn more about safer, non-medication options.

10/10/2025

The knee is a complex hinge type of joint that consists of bone, cartilage, tendons, and ligamentous structures that are vulnerable to injury during high-intensity rotational and explosive movements. As such, acute knee injuries are often associated with sporting activities. It’s estimated that 2.5 million acute knee injuries occur in the United States each year. As with most musculoskeletal conditions—outside of certain emergency situations—treatment guidelines recommend non-surgical approaches as the initial treatment option...

Read more: https://chiro-trust.org/joint-pain/knee-pain/non-surgical-care-for-acute-knee-injuries/

The knee is a complex hinge type of joint that consists of bone, cartilage, tendons, and ligamentous structures that are vulnerable to injury during high-intensity rotational and explosive movements. As such, acute knee injuries are

10/03/2025

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 new study led by Dr. James Whedon at Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) compared different ways to treat neck pain in older adults on Medicare. The results showed that chiropractic care might be a safer option than traditional medical care.

Read more: https://www.scuhs.edu/front-page-news/new-study-shows-chiropractic-care-may-be-a-safer-choice-for-treating-neck-pain-in-older-adults/

A new SCU study led by Dr. James Whedon shows chiropractic care may reduce risks compared to traditional medical treatments for neck pain in older adults. Learn more about safer, non-medication options.

09/26/2025

The chiropractic adjustment is a procedure in which trained specialists called chiropractors use their hands or a small instrument to apply a controlled force to a spinal joint. The goal of this procedure, also called spinal manipulation, is to improve spinal motion and the body's ability to move...

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