ITB Syndrome: What it is and how to treat it.

ITB Syndrome This is a painful condition from connective tissue rubbing against the bones at the outside edge of the knee. ITB syndrome most commonly the pain stays at the knee level, but it can radiate up the outside of the [...]

Back Pain Exercises

Last year the American Chiropractic association focused on decreasing back pain. As participants in this campaign Cascade Chiropractic and Wellness wants to share back pain exercises that can help to decrease pain. There are a variety of things that can help [...]

Bridge Exercise

Bridge exercise is excellent for posterior core stabilization.  It will strengthen the gluteal muscles and posterior chain of your core. Bridge exercise will work the buttocks well if performed correctly. The steps gradually become more difficult. You must maintain proper form while [...]

National Chiropractic Health Month October 2017

What is National Chiropractic Health Month? October is the month selected for National Chiropractic Health Month. The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) has selected this years theme: Go 'back to the basics' to prevent low back pain. Cascade Chiropractic and Wellness has [...]

Industrial Athletes of Portland

What is an industrial athlete? An industrial athlete is someone who pushes their physical limits at work. I believe there are many people in the work force who are elite. These industrial athletes push themselves in many ways to perform at [...]

Atlas Orthogonal Technique

The Atlas Orthogonal technique is a unique method to analyze and treat the upper neck.  Atlas Orthogonal chiropractors attend post graduate schooling. There they learn how to adjust the top vertebrae in the neck (C1 or atlas). Chiropractors treat many patients who [...]

Cycling Back Pain Relief

Cycling Back Pain Relief Summer is nearly here and spring cycling weather has been awesome! In Portland there are many reasons to ride starting with pleasure, but it may include commute or competition too. One of the most frustrating things that [...]

Family Hiking in the Portland Area

Family Hiking in Portland & the Columbia Gorge My family has always loved getting outdoors and enjoying nature. The Portland area and Columbia Gorge are beautiful and full of family hiking opportunities. For a young family with small children, there are many [...]