Many people wonder, “Why is my back hunching?” or “How can I fix a hunched posture?” A hunched back (kyphosis or forward posture) is often caused by poor posture, muscle imbalances, or spinal misalignment, leading to back pain, stiffness, and a rounded upper back appearance.… Read More »Hunched Back? Causes and How to Fix It
Many people wonder, “Can a chiropractor help with tight fascia?” or “Does chiropractic care improve fascial health?” Fascia is the connective tissue that surrounds muscles, nerves, and organs, playing a crucial role in movement, flexibility, and pain management. When fascia becomes tight, restricted, or inflamed,… Read More »Does Chiropractic Help with Fascia?
Many people experience clicking, popping, or cracking sounds in their ankles or knees and wonder, “Why do my joints make noise when I walk?” or “Is it normal for my knees to click?” While occasional joint noises are usually harmless, persistent or painful clicking may… Read More »Why Do Ankles or Knees Click When Walking?
Many people experience lower back pain and wonder, “Is this back pain or kidney stones?” or “How do I know if my back pain is from my kidneys?” While both conditions can cause discomfort in the lower back area, they have different symptoms, causes, and… Read More »Back Pain or Kidney Stones? How to Tell the Difference
At Unity Chiropractic Wellness, located in New York City near Grand Central Terminal, Midtown, and Murray Hill, we often hear patients ask: Why do my joints feel stiff even though I exercise? or How can I build strength without hurting my knees and back? The… Read More »Why Full-Range Strength Training Matters for Joint Health
Many people wonder, “Are foam rollers good for muscle pain?” or “How do I use a foam roller correctly?” Foam rolling is a self-massage technique that helps release muscle tension, improve flexibility, and reduce soreness. However, using it incorrectly can cause pain or ineffective results.… Read More »Foam Rollers: Benefits, How to Use, and Mistakes to Avoid
Many people experience cracking, clicking, or popping sounds in their neck and wonder, “Why does my neck make noise when I move it?” or “Is it bad if my neck cracks all the time?” While occasional neck cracking is common, persistent or painful cracking could… Read More »Why Does Your Neck Crack, Click, or Pop? Causes and What It Means
Many people dealing with chronic back pain or nerve-related discomfort consider spinal nerve ablation and wonder, “Is spinal nerve ablation safe?” or “Should I get a nerve ablation for back pain?” While spinal nerve ablation (also called radiofrequency ablation, or RFA) can provide temporary relief… Read More »Spinal Nerve Ablation: Risks, Side Effects, and Natural Alternatives
When recovering from an injury or experiencing joint pain, many people assume that resting as much as possible is the best course of action. While rest is important in the initial stages of recovery, excessive rest can actually slow healing, cause muscle weakness, and increase… Read More »The Hidden Dangers of Too Much Rest: Why Movement Matters for Healing and Longevity
Many people struggling with joint pain, inflammation, or musculoskeletal injuries consider getting cortisone injections and wonder, “Are cortisone shots safe?” or “Should I get a cortisone injection for my back, shoulder, or knee pain?” While cortisone injections can provide temporary relief, they come with potential… Read More »Cortisone Injections: Risks, Side Effects, and Natural Alternatives