Asheville Chiropractic Blog

Do you find yourself reaching for pain medication multiple times a week to combat persistent headaches? You're not alone. Headaches are one of the most common health complaints, affecting millions of Americans daily. While over-the-counter medications might provide temporary relief, they often fail to address the underlying causes of your discomfort.

Chiropractic care offers a different approach to headache treatment—one that focuses on identifying and correcting the root causes rather than simply masking symptoms. 

At Monitto Chiropractic, we're proud to offer Apollo Cold Laser Therapy, an innovative solution that provides significant pain relief without heat or unwanted side effects. This advanced technology harnesses the power of specific light wavelengths to reduce pain, decrease inflammation, and promote healing in a non-invasive way.

As summer comes to an end and children prepare to return to the classroom, parents are busy gathering school supplies, new clothes, and everything else needed for a successful academic year. However, one crucial aspect of back-to-school preparation often goes overlooked: ergonomics. Proper ergonomics—the science of designing environments to fit the people who use them—plays a vital role in your child's physical health, comfort, and ability to learn effectively.

Pregnancy is a beautiful journey filled with excitement, anticipation, and significant physical changes. As the body adapts to nurture new life, expectant mothers often experience various discomforts, particularly in the lower back and pelvis. These challenges can be addressed through specialized care called the Webster Technique—a specific chiropractic approach designed to support women throughout the pregnancy journey.

Last month in our Blog, we addressed common injuries for gardeners, and this month we continue with another significant issue for our patients: Forward Head Posture. At Monitto Chiropractic, we've noticed a significant rise in patients suffering from what's commonly called "Tech Neck" or Forward Head Posture (FHP), a condition directly linked to our modern technology use habits.