The Truth About Herniated Discs If you have recently been diagnosed with a herniated disc, your mind might instantly jump to worst-case scenarios. Does this mean you need complex back surgery? Is your spine permanently ruined? The short answer is no. In this episode...
The Ergonomic Advantage: Why Sitting is the New Smoking Welcome back to Ask the Chiropractor. I am Dr. Brant Hulsebus. Last week, we discussed how professional athletes use chiropractic care to gain a competitive edge. Today, we are shifting our focus from the hockey...
The “Tech Neck” Epidemic: How Modern Posture is Impacting Your Spinal Health Welcome back to Ask the Chiropractor. I am Dr. Brant Hulsebus. In our last episode, we discussed how the nervous system acts as the “Master Controller” of your entire...
Is Cracking Your Own Neck Dangerous? A Chiropractor Explains the Risks Let’s be honest — almost everyone has tried cracking their own neck at some point. For some people, it becomes a habit they do several times a day. And yes, it can feel good in the moment. But...
Winter Back Health and Chiropractic Care As the first snow hits Rockford, many people are reminded of how quickly winter can take a toll on their backs. Each year, patients come into my clinic after shoveling snow, raking leaves, or even just bending to pick up a...
Neck Pain in Rockford: Why Fall Brings More Visits to the Chiropractor Author: Dr. Brant Hulsebus, DC Clinic: Hulsebus Rockford Chiropractic – Rockford, Illinois Why Fall Triggers More Neck Pain in Rockford Every fall, we notice a spike in patients visiting our...