A Journey To Recovery

This is the story of a young construction worker in Pittsburgh who injured his back, and got the help from the top Pittsburgh chiropractor, Dr. Kevin Smith.

Correcting Frozen Shoulder

Frozen shoulder is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the shoulder. It happens when the shoulder joint’s capsule thickens and tightens, making movement difficult.

The Peripheral Neuropathy – Brain Connection

Introduction People with peripheral nerve damage (aka neuropathy) often have this problem because of small blood vessel disease (which compromises the ability to deliver oxygen and nutrients to various parts of the body). In other words, damage to the capillary system affects the peripheral nerves and the rest of the body. Oxygen Is Essential for […]

A Triumph Over Neuropathy

Introduction Once upon a time in Pittsburgh, there lived a man named Joe who faced an unexpected and challenging battle with peripheral neuropathy. Life had taken an unexpected turn for Joe when he began to experience tingling sensations and numbness in his feet. As a result, every step became a struggle, and the once joyous […]

Peripheral Neuropathy and Balance Difficulties

Introduction Have you heard of peripheral neuropathy? It’s a condition that can affect your balance. This article will explain why peripheral neuropathy makes it challenging to stay steady on your feet, exploring how it affects your nerves, muscles, and overall coordination. Nerve Damage and Sensory Feedback Peripheral neuropathy happens when the nerves in your body […]

A Woman With Frozen Shoulder

Last week I got a new patient who came to me for frozen shoulder. She was a 38-year-old who worked as a marketing manager for a corporation in Pittsburgh. Her job was fairly sedentary and involved sitting in front of a computer most of her workday. The problem involved her right shoulder. What started off […]

Can Chiropractic Help With Headaches & Migraines?

Introduction Chiropractic care is a non-invasive form of healthcare that focuses on the treatment and prevention of musculoskeletal disorders, primarily in the spine. Many people seek chiropractic care for relief from headaches and migraines, which are common conditions that can be debilitating and affect their quality of life. An Effective Treatment Option Chiropractic care can […]

What Has Your Pain Cost You?

Introduction What has your pain cost you already? There are a few ways of looking at this. One way is to look at how much money you have already spent. People can spend tens of thousands of dollars trying to fix a chronic problem. It all adds up (doctor’s visits, prescription drugs, trips to the […]

This Is Why I Love What I Do

I wanted to share a really cool experience with you. This is actually pretty typical in my office. I know many people have never been to a chiropractor before. They don’t know what goes on inside a chiropractic office. I Got A Call The Other Day The other day I got a call from an […]

Is Medicine Failing Autoimmunity Patients?

Introduction With the media’s focus on cancer and heart disease, most people don’t know we are living in the midst of an autoimmune epidemic. Some shocking stats: • The American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association (AARDA) estimates up to 50 million Americans have an autoimmune disease (AD). In comparison, cancer affects up to 9 million and […]