Tips For Your Spine

Chiropractic for Kids

With back to school quickly approaching, now is as good a time as any to help improve the health and wellness of your children. Just as adults can benefit in many ways from chiropractic, kids can also enjoy the same positive effects. Here’s how chiropractic can be beneficial for the children in your family.

Stay Hydrated for a Healthy Spine

Proper hydration is important no matter the season, but especially so during the hot months of summer. As we spend more time outside, it seems we also forget to stay hydrated. Here is why proper hydration is so important to the health of your body and spine.

What Are Overuse Injuries?

Whether you’ve been a patient at Stiles Chiropractic for years or are entirely new to chiropractic, you probably already know how important a strong core and proper posture are for your spinal (and overall) health. If you don’t pay attention to your posture and spine, you risk suffering overuse injuries. Here’s what you need to know about overuse injuries and how Dr. Tracey Stiles can help you avoid them.

Tips for Working from Home

We’ve all experienced major changes as we practice social distancing due to coronavirus and working from home is one of them. With those changes often comes back and neck pain. Here are our tips to help prevent pain while working from home.

Posture? Yes, It's Important!

You’ve probably heard it countless times before – sit up straight! As we spend more time at home – and more time on the couch – it’s more important than ever. Proper posture isn’t just a matter of manners but is critical for your spinal health. Here’s what you need to know about posture.

Is Your Workspace Spine Friendly?

Plenty of our patients spend a large portion of their day sitting at their desks. There’s plenty of evidence that shows too much sitting has negative impacts on your spine, but what can you do if you are required to sit for your job? Here are our tips to improve your workspace so you (and your spine) can feel better at the end of the day.

Enjoy a Pain-Free Holiday Flight

The holiday season is in full swing and as exciting as traveling to see loved ones can be, it can also be stressful for those suffering from back pain. Riding in an airplane can be hard on the body, especially for those with musculoskeletal issues. Here are our tips to help you enjoy a pain-free flight.

Enjoy a Pain-Free Holiday Road Trip!

The holidays are quickly approaching, and for many of us, that means packing up the car and heading out on a holiday road trip. Traveling to celebrate with friends and family can be exciting, but for those suffering from back pain, a road trip can seem daunting. Fortunately, Stiles Chiropractic can help relieve your discomfort so you can enjoy your holiday trip! Here’s how we can help.

Is Your Back Pain Due To Dehydration?

You’ve heard it countless times before: stay hydrated! Water makes up over 50% of the human body, and when we aren’t properly hydrated, our bodies can suffer from side effects of dehydration including headaches, dizziness, and fainting. On top of all that, dehydration could be the source of your back pain!

Are You Ready for Back to School?

As August comes to a close, excitement is in the air while students and teachers prepare for a new school year. Your to-do list probably includes getting new school supplies, new clothes, and open houses, and it is especially important to remember to take care of your health during this busy time of year. An excellent addition to your back to school routine is to care for your back with chiropractic care. Here’s why.

The Benefits of Chiropractic Care

We’ve all been there — you wake up with a stiff neck and a sore back. The best solution to body aches and pains is to get to the root of the problem, and chiropractic can help! You might think as chiropractic professionals, we’re biased, so we’ve put together some of the benefits of chiropractic care.

How Your Sleep Position Affects Your Spinal Health

Did you know that sleeping on your stomach is extremely hazardous toward your spinal health? Sleeping on your stomach cause a harsh rotation in the neck that can harm your quality of sleep! Dr. Stiles explains the best sleep position for your spine and how to achieve a great nights sleep!

Do You Have Your Dad's Back?

Father’s Day is quickly approaching, which means it is nearly time to celebrate everything that dads do. Dads have your back, and you want to be sure you have your dad’s back this Father’s Day!

Want a Healthy Spine? Try Healthy Eating!

At Stiles Chiropractic, we are here to provide more than back pain relief. Our goal is to help the people of Chicago achieve optimal health, which includes numerous factors such as diet and exercise. You may already know some exercises to maintain a healthy spine, but did you know you can eat your way to a healthy spine? Take a look at our tips!

May is Correct Posture Month!

Growing up, you probably heard your mother’s demands to stand up straight and keep your shoulders back. Well, May really is the month for Mom. Not only do we celebrate Mother’s Day but also Correct Posture Month. Along with our tips, you can put Mom’s advice to good use and practice great posture.