Muscle Sprains and Strains

As a part of our Exercises to Recover from Sports Injuries series, we are outlining common sports injuries and offering some recovery tips. Sprains and Strains to your muscles are some of the most common injuries, it is very likely that you will have at least one sprain or strain in your lifetime. Depending on…

Recovering from Common Sports Injuries

Sports injuries can happen to athletes at every level. From the aspiring professional to a weekend warrior, suffering an injury can be devastating to your workout routine and your lifestyle. No matter if you have sustained a minor injury or are recovering from surgery related to the injury, it is crucial to give yourself time…

The Benefits of Using a Standing Desk

Are you sitting down? Well don’t – it’s killing you! Health risks associated with sitting all day are more than just a trendy topic, they’re very serious. When you learn about the dangers your desk job is causing you, you may want to explore alternatives. Sitting down or laying for too long can increase your…

Chiropractic v. Surgery for Treating Sports Injuries

Sports injuries can cause major setbacks to your training regiment, not to mention the mental struggle that comes with inactivity. No matter if you are training for a career in sports or just an amateur, we understand the need for a speedy recovery. Sports injuries often occur in casual players who may not have such…

Can Chiropractic Treat Sports Injuries?

Sports injuries can be a major setback in your athletic training. They leave you chomping at the bit to get back in the game. Chiropractic is a great way to treat your sports injuries without a long recovery period. Your intervertebral discs are located between bones in your spine, and they work as shock absorbers…

What role does chiropractic play in athletic training?

Many athletes use chiropractic in conjunction with their athletic training. It can help the healing process after an injury and prevent future injuries. Professional athletes rely on chiropractic treatment to get an edge up on the competition. When you are competing at a high level, every slight advantage counts. Below we briefly explain benefits athletes…

CrossFit Mayview

CrossFit was born in 2000, quickly taking the fitness world by storm. Much more than traditional workouts and very different from other sports, CrossFit can be defined as constantly varied functional movements performed at a relatively high intensity. The idea is to coach people of all abilities and help them improve their overall physical well-being….

Health Tips for a Healthy Spine

Healthy Tips for a Healthy Spine The following tips can help you take better care of your spine: Make sure you have a firm mattress that keeps the spine aligned and supports the spine’s natural curve. The best sleeping positions are on your back or side. When standing for extended periods, rest one foot on…

Break Free from Cabin Fever

Living in Pittsburgh, we know that the weather is rough in the winter. And we all grow more restlessness with the end in sight. Everyone is longing for warmer weather, but why let it keep you down? Sitting around all winter can take a serious toll on your back and overall well-being. It is never…

Wingfield Pines

Wingfield Pines is a great place to get away, but it also serves a greater purpose. It is located on 80-acres of the Chartiers Lake Flood Plane on the Chartiers Creek in Allegheny County. This land has been used for many different purposes. The first owner was a farmer until the land inevitably flooded. In…