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How to Save Your Back While Driving Your body is subjected to a lot of force in a moving car, especially behind the wheel as the driver. Without proper care and prevention, you may suffer from joint pain and long-term health issues. At ChiroCareLA.com in Glendale, CA, Dr. Jack Alajajian and his staff are passionate about preventative care, especially when it comes to the bad posture and body aches that come from driving. Here are a few tips and tricks to use the next time you’re on the road.  Adjust Your Seat One of the first steps to preventing bad posture while driving is adjusting your seat. Start by fixing your seat height, making sure you can see the road and dashboard. At the same time, your seat height should not strain your back or neck when bending down or turning towards the side. For shorter drivers, a cushion for more comfort and to reach the steering wheel is recommended. Keep your right foot relaxed on the pedals, with the heel touching the floor. Use the balls of your ...

Located in Glendale, CA, Dr. Jack Alajajian and his staff offer acoustic wave therapy, the latest revolutionary treatment to relieve all your chronic pain conditions. To learn more if acoustic wave therapy, a type of sound wave therapy is the right treatment plan for you, visit ChiroCareLA.com today! What is Acoustic Wave Therapy? Acoustic wave therapy, also known as acoustic compression therapy uses acoustic waves or sound energy to target painful parts of the body. At ChiroCareLA.com, Dr. Alajajian and his staff use the FDA-approved Miracle Wave Acoustic Therapy system. Your trusted Glendale, CA team will use this device to convert electric currents to low-frequency acoustic sound waves. The whole treatment takes no longer than 30 minutes with patients reporting a mild tingling sensation and feeling energized after the treatment. Benefits of Acoustic Wave Therapy -Non-invasive procedure. Unlike traditional treatments that use medication or surgery, acoustic wave therapy is a complet...

When the sciatic nerve is pinched, patients experience pain in their lower back, hips, buttocks, and legs. Sciatica is painful, but you don’t have to suffer in agony your whole life. At ChiroCareLA.com, Dr. Jack Alajajian and his staff use non-invasive treatments to relieve pain, allowing patients to lead healthy and fulfilling lives. Contact our office in Glendale, CA to learn more! What Causes Sciatica? The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in your body. Spanning from your lower back and down to your hips, buttocks, and two legs, sciatica usually starts because of a herniated disk in the lower spine. This herniation causes the disk to place pressure on the nerves, including the sciatic nerve. Most sciatica patients range from 30-50 years old. While rare, children and teens are prone to sciatica too.  Symptoms One of the main symptoms of sciatica is pain. Pain levels vary and radiate from different parts of the lower back. Sometimes the pain consists of electric-like shots, mild ache...