Posts written by Dr. Jack F. Sarro D.C.
How to Ice Your Back Properly
Follow these four steps to ice your back and neck properly and safely. 4 Steps to Using Ice Properly Apply Ice to your back or neck for 10-20 minutes at a time Repeat 3-5 times per day for maximum relief and benefits Use a thin… Continue reading
When to Not Use Heat on Your Back
7 Times When to Not Use Heat After a Recent or New Injury If you have Sharp or Burning Pain After a Car Accident During Disc Injury Flare-ups If you currently have Sciatica Leg Pain Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain In cases of Swelling or Inflammation Please comment… Continue reading
Six Top Signs of Mattress Failure
If you are thinking it may be time to replace your old mattress, I hope you will find this information of great value. I get asked this question weekly in the office. “How do you know when it is time to replace your mattress?” This… Continue reading
Tips for Holiday Stress
Protect your health from holiday stress with these 10 tips. Sleep 8-10 hours a night. Go to bed early by 9 or 10 PM or earlier if possible. Relax with a book at night before bed instead of watching TV or the computer. Eat balanced… Continue reading
Leg Raises for Abs
Leg raises are a great exercise to strengthen your lower abs and core. A set of strong abdominal muscles and a strong core can help protect you from lower back pain and an injury. Leg Raises Video Watch the 1-Minute Video below to learn how… Continue reading
Neck Circles Stretch
Watch this 1-Minute Video for a great way to stretch your neck properly. I recommend you do your neck circles standing. The standing posture will put less strain on your neck and make the movement much more natural. Move slowly, gently, and carefully throughout the stretch. Improving your… Continue reading
Three Quad Stretches
Watch this 2-Minute Video for three great ways to stretch your quads properly. I recommend you hold onto a chair or wall for balance when you do the standing quad stretch. The side-lying and face-down quad stretches may be easier for you if your just starting… Continue reading
Ab Crunches Properly
One key to protecting your lower back is to have a strong set of abs and a strong core. Ab Crunches are a great exercise to strengthen both your abs and your core. When your abs are strong, they will help protect and support your… Continue reading
Lower Back Pain Stretch
Next time you have lower back pain, try the stretch in the video below. It is called the Cat and the Camel. It takes your lower back through both a flexion and extension motion. By getting your spine moving, stuck or misaligned vertebra may self… Continue reading
Chest Stretches Pain Relief
I often prescribe chest stretches to patients to help improve their posture and to decrease shoulder pain. If you have tight chest muscles it can pull your shoulders forward which is bad for your posture. This leads to a hunch back type appearance. It can… Continue reading