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If you’ve got bruising around your tailbone, you may be in agony every time you sit down. But don’t be quick to ask for drugs or surgical treatment. At ChiroCareLA.com, Dr. Jack Alajajian and his staff regularly treat spinal injuries using safe, non-addictive instruments and therapeutic techniques. Without putting undue strain on yourself, you can receive treatments that reduce inflammation and prevent recurrences.   There are two structures made up of fused vertebrae at the base of the spine: the sacrum, which connects to the pelvis, and the coccyx, which hangs beneath it and tapers to a point. The coccyx is better known as the tailbone, and when the muscles and ligaments surrounding it are sensitive, doctors describe that as coccydynia. The coccyx helps to stabilize the deep muscles of the pelvis and is unlikely to crack. However, a person may still feel pain there if they suffer repeated blows during an activity such as horseback riding or cycling over rough terrain, or if they hav...

When there’s something wrong with your hip, you may feel it in your back. Not only can pain radiate, it can also cause a person to adapt an unhealthy gait that will further strain their muscles and joints. Although there are many potential causes of lower back pain, we at ChiroCareLA.com in Glendale are able to devise safe treatments for patients suffering from joint dysfunction, including those with problems in their sacroiliac joints.   The sacrum is a structure made up of fused vertebrae at the base of the spine. The iliac bones are the crests at the top of the pelvis, and they connect to the sacrum on both its sides. Inflammation in this region is known as sacroiliitis, although dysfunction does not always cause inflammation. Most injuries to these joints are the result of wear and tear, with acute injuries likelier to happen during pregnancy or after a woman gives birth.   Sacroiliac joint dysfunction is unlikely to compress a nerve, but it can still cause a throbbing pain throug...

If you suffer from lower back pain, your shoes may be to blame. We offer a variety of non-invasive solutions for musculoskeletal dysfunction at ChiroCareLA.com, including treatments for foot structural disorders such as plantar fasciitis. But to ensure your skeletal system stays properly aligned, you’ll need to be mindful of how your shoes are affecting your feet. In this post, we’ll explore some ways to ensure that new shoes are supportive and well-fitted.   One of the positive changes in the footwear industry is that it’s becoming more common for dress shoes and sandals to be built with arch support. In the past, chiropractors might have advised patients to stay away from flip-flops and flats in general, but there are some available now that are contoured to rise under the middle and side of the foot. However, many people still benefit from having their ankles stabilized by high cuffs, so long as the shoe is made of a breathable material.   The feet spread out somewhat from bearing ...

Dr. Jack Alajajian and his staff at ChiroCareLA.com want the best for their patients. They work hard to greatly improve your quality of life. That’s why your friendly chiropractic team in Glendale, CA, treats Spinal Stenosis. This condition shrinks the spaces between your spine. It’s often painful and debilitating. We recommend you reach out to our office immediately.   Spinal stenosis starts with major spinal shifting. What happens is that the structures are jolted out of their normal positions. This is what causes the majority of the pain. The spine isn’t just out of place, it’s also now compressed in a tighter area. Painful symptoms are now a guarantee. Without proper evaluation and treatment from your Glendale chiropractor, your spine can’t function correctly. You need to see our team right away.   There are a few noted risk factors for developing spinal stenosis. The biggest indicator is age. As you get older, your vertebra naturally narrow. It’s due to your everyday use of the sp...