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What Stress Does to Our Body

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Stress takes a toll mentally and physically in our bodies. It can leave us with worry, fear, and these negative thoughts can have a detrimental effect on our muscles and joints. Additionally, chronic stress can lead to weight gain, so if you aren’t shedding those extra five pounds, it may be time to review your lifestyle habits. If you need a little less stress in your life, Dr. Paul Hoyal of Elevate Life Chiropractic and Wellness can help. Common effects of stress on the body include frequent headaches, muscle tension, fatigue, and sleep problems, in addition to your mind feeling restless, irritable, and overwhelmed. Stress can begin to affect your relationships, because your mood may be on all different types of levels. If you aren’t sure what is causing your stress, or if symptoms begin to worsen, Dr. Paul Hoyal can help you find ways to cope. If you wish to discuss treatment options for stress, please give us a call. To learn about services provided at the practice, visit www...

Sciatic Nerve Pain

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The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the body. When it becomes inflamed, the pain can range from mild to excruciating. Dr. Paul Hoyal at Elevate Life Chiropractic and Wellness doesn’t want a condition such as this to hinder you from performing your daily activities. Treatments for sciatica will depend on the underlying cause, as there are many different types of sciatic nerve pain. To get a better understanding of what is causing yours, schedule a consultation as soon as possible. Sciatic nerve pain can be caused by a pinched nerve or a bulging disc in the lumbar spine. When this happens, it may be difficult to raise the foot and can cause pain in the leg, foot, and knee. These symptoms are common but can vary depending on a number of factors. Severe sciatica can leave a person crawling out of bed in the morning and we don’t want our patients to ever reach that point. All of our treatment methods are drug-free and created precisely for you. If you are suffering symptoms of s...