Alter Chiropractic

  If you’re dealing with that sharp, shooting pain down the back of your leg, you’re not alone. Here in Delray Beach, we see sciatica flare-ups all the time—after long car rides on I-95, a weekend of yard work, or even a day at the beach with more sitting than moving. The good news: the right at-home exercises can often calm irritation, improve mobility, and help you get back to your routine with more comfort. In this guide from Alter Chiropractic, I’ll walk you through safe, simple movements you can do today, plus how to know when it’s time to get a professional evaluation. What is sciatica, in plain language?  Sciatica describes pain, tingling, or numbness that travels from your low back or buttock down the leg, usually because the sciatic nerve is irritated somewhere along its path. The goal of home care is to reduce that nerve irritation, restore healthy movement, and keep symptoms from coming back. Table of Contents What Sciatica Feels Like and Why It Flares Why Movement ...

  Headaches and migraines can stop a good day in its tracks. As a local chiropractor here at Alter Chiropractic in Delray Beach, I see how these episodes affect work, workouts, and family time. The good news? You can often reduce how often they strike and how intense they feel with a few simple, consistent habits. In this guide, we’ll cover why these headaches happen, how your neck and posture are involved, and three practical tips you can start today. What Are Headaches and Migraines? Headaches are pain or pressure in the head, face, or neck. Migraines are a specific type of headache often marked by throbbing pain, sensitivity to light and sound, and sometimes nausea or visual changes (aura). Both can be influenced by stress, sleep, hydration, posture, and muscle tension in the neck and shoulders. Table of Contents What Are Headaches and Migraines? Why Headaches & Migraines Happen (In Plain English) How This Relates to Your Spine, Neck, and Nervous System Top Triggers We See i...

  Wrist tingling keeping you up at night? Keys slipping from your hand? You’re not alone. Here in Delray Beach, I see plenty of neighbors dealing with carpal tunnel–type symptoms that make work, workouts, and even weekend fun a lot less fun. In this guide from Alter Chiropractic, we’ll break down the different “types” of carpal tunnel presentations, what commonly causes them, and how a conservative, step-by-step plan can help you feel and function better. Table of Contents What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? The Different Types of Carpal Tunnel Common Causes and Risk Factors in Everyday Life How Chiropractic Care Fits In Practical Relief Tips You Can Start Today When to See a Chiropractor in Delray Beach When to Seek Medical or Surgical Care A Local Note from Alter Chiropractic What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) happens when the median nerve gets compressed as it passes through a narrow passageway in your wrist called the carpal tunnel. This can lead to numbne...