Plank Progression
The plank exercise is a great exercise to build core strength. By performing this exercise it can help the body be much stronger in many motions. The exercise is very safe for people with low back pain when compared to [...]
Thoracic Mobilization
Thoracic mobilization. The thoracic spine is the upper part of the back where the ribs attach to the spine. The upper back region is difficult to get moving when it is tight. As chiropractors, we see this area giving may [...]
Low Impact Neck Exercises
Neck exercises are important for reaching recovery after a neck injury. There are many different ways to strengthen the neck. The most important thing after an injury is to not overdo it. You can hurt your neck even worse if [...]
Chiropractic Treatment Plan
What is a chiropractic treatment plan? A chiropractic treatment plan is simply a recovery plan. It is a plan made of the time it will take to complete, the therapy the doctor will use, and the patient goals. Chiropractors have special skills [...]
Dr. Tyrel Johnson, Chiropractor in Portland
Dr. Johnson is a Portland Oregon chiropractor with an interesting story about how chiropractic care helped him when he was just a kid: Dr. Johnson was a nice young boy with a little bit of a wild streak. I grew up with [...]
Core Strengthening Exercises
Core Strengthening Exercises There are many core strengthening exercises! Here at Cascade Chiropractic and Wellness, we have several favorites. We like these exercises best because they are simple and effective. We also want people to remember that the core is made [...]
Auto injury chiropractor
An auto accident is a frustrating and sometimes very painful experience. Finding the right help can be difficult. An auto injury chiropractor will help you to recover. Cascade Chiropractic and Wellness has experience in working with [...]
Neck Exercises
Cervical Posture Roll (Neck Exercises for Stability) The cervical posture roll neck exercises strengthen your deep cervical flexors. This will help stabilize your neck, allow you to hold a good neck posture easier, and help your adjustments last longer. Video: Cervical Posture [...]
Concussions and Post-concussion Syndrome
Concussion and Post-Concussion Syndrome A concussion or mild traumatic brain injury most often happens after an impact to the head. A loss of consciousness may or may not occur for a concussion to be present. A loss of consciousness does not always [...]
Upper Cervical Care
What is upper cervical care? Within chiropractic care, there are a variety of treatment methods and specialties. Upper cervical care is one of these specialties that focuses on the neck. It assesses specific problems of the neck and the well-being of the [...]