by Dr Chris Wellwood NP-C, MSN, DC, MS | Aug 28, 2017 | Back Pain
Prolozone Therapy for Spinal Arthritis Arthritis is the most common cause of low back pain, especially in people over age 50. The low back contains five sets of facet joints, one on the left and one on the right side of each spinal bone. Like joints in any other part...
by Dr Chris Wellwood NP-C, MSN, DC, MS | Aug 16, 2017 | Hip Pain
What is Trochanteric Bursitis Trochanteric bursitis (bursitis of the hip) is a common condition among those who lead a sedentary lifestyle as well as those who are physically active. Both hips can be effected, but most frequently it is a unilateral condition. This...
by Dr Chris Wellwood NP-C, MSN, DC, MS | Aug 15, 2017 | Shoulder Pain
What Is Bursitis? Bursitis is the inflammation or irritation of the bursa. The bursa is a sac filled with lubricating fluid, located between tissues such as bone, muscle, tendons, and skin, that decreases rubbing, friction, and irritation. What Causes Bursitis?...
by Dr Chris Wellwood NP-C, MSN, DC, MS | Aug 14, 2017 | Low Back Pain
Neural Prolotherapy – Treatment for Low Back Pain Low back pain can be caused by a number of reasons. The lumbar spine, or low back, is a remarkably well-engineered structure of interconnecting bones, joints, nerves, ligaments, and muscles all working together...
by Dr Chris Wellwood NP-C, MSN, DC, MS | Aug 11, 2017 | Elbow Pain
What is Tennis Elbow? Tennis elbow is a painful inflammation of the elbow joint caused by repetitive stress (overuse). The pain is located on the outside (lateral side) of the elbow, but may radiate down the back of your forearm. You’ll likely feel the pain when...
