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It’s not all humerus: Shoulder pain

October 1, 2021

Although most shoulder problems are relatively short-lived, pain in the shoulder can indicate a more complex issue. To understand shoulder pain, we begin with a review of how the shoulder works and functions in the human body. What is the shoulder? The shoulder is a ball-and-socket joint1,2 made by the connection of the humerus, or the arm bone, in a shallow socket known as the glenoid fossa. The glenoid fossa is part of another bone called the scapula, more commonly known as the shoulder blade. In the front of the shoulder lies the clavicle, also known as the collar bone. On one...

The 5 Best Strategies to Restart Your Exercise Program

September 18, 2021

For most people, exercise goals are simple: Feel strong enough to accomplish any normal daily activity, play some recreational sports at a decent level and not wake up not being able to walk. Recently, I was on a run in Woodbury, and I saw a young man running with a ‘Marathon Finisher’ t-shirt. He looked to be about 65-70 years old. I was running next to him for a few minutes and asked him which race he was training for next. He answered with “Nothing special, just my 100th birthday.” I could not believe he looked so young and moving...

Carpal Tunnel: Hands-On!

June 1, 2021

Symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome can come on suddenly or gradually1,4, depending on the cause. Acute injuries can damage or tear ligaments and tendons, fracture bones, create inflammation, cause swelling, and compress or pinch the nerve directly. Repetitive injuries, such as working an assembly line, grasping a steering wheel to drive, or typing on a keyboard, can cause injury to the wrist tendons. This causes swelling and other mechanical problems in the wrist, including carpal tunnel syndrome....

CBD: Fact VS. Fiction

March 26, 2021

CBD or cannabidiol is a phytocannabinoid that has recently gained popularity. Now, everywhere you turn, CBD is in everything. In Woodbury, you can find CBD everywhere. With all the hype come claims of curing this and that disease. So…does the research back up the claims? What is CBD? CBD is one of over 100 known cannabinoids with most of the current research focusing on THC and CBD. CBD does not have any psychoactive properties. Simply put there is no potential to get “high”. In fact, the endocannabinoid system was recently discovered as a signaling system, which is laced throughout the entire nervous...

Jaw Pain? How can a Chiropractor help with that?

November 8, 2020

MN Spine and Sport offers many treatment options for those who are suffering from Jaw Pain. Before making an appointment, try eating soft foods, applying ice to the area, try to avoid eating hard or tough foods that may aggravate the pain. Also, be mindful when yawning. When altering your diet and avoiding chewing harder items is no longer effective, treatment of the TMJ may be needed. ...

Protecting Our Patients – COVID-19 Update

July 26, 2020

From the very beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, MN Spine and Sport has committed to going above and beyond to ensure the health and safety of our patients and staff. Providing exceptional care remains our top priority, and right now that also means keeping our patients safe from COVID-19, which will continue to be part of our lives until we reach a widespread state of immunity. As we learn to live with the coronavirus in the community, MN Spine and Sport remains responsive to the needs of our patients and staff. Here are a few precautions and processes MN Spine and Sport has in...

Do You Have Lower Back Pain or Sciatica?

June 28, 2020

The visual that comes to mind when thinking of low back pain is a person half-bent over with a hand on their back. Many Minnesotans have experienced low back pain, and you may recall feeling severely limited or even helpless during the acute phase of your last episode. From experience, it can be absolutely miserable! Feelings of pain and helplessness are very common and are some of the reasons why low back pain is one of the most common causes for patients to seek emergency care!1 In fact, over 80% of people have experienced at least one episode of low...