by Dr. Noah Volz | Apr 21, 2025 | Chiropractic
For decades, patients with osteoarthritis were told to “take it easy”—to avoid lifting, stop squatting, and give up anything that might strain the knees, hips, or shoulders. But that advice, though well-meaning, was wrong. Today, the science is clear: strength...
by Dr. Noah Volz | Apr 12, 2025 | Chiropractic
When Jake sprained his ankle, his first instinct was to stay off it completely. He wrapped it up, propped it on a pillow, and avoided movement at all costs. Weeks later, he was frustrated—his ankle still felt weak, stiff, and painful. What went wrong? Many of us have...
by Dr. Noah Volz | Apr 4, 2025 | Back Pain
Sarah had always been active, but after a minor back strain, she found herself caught in a frustrating cycle. One expert told her she needed to stretch more, while another said she needed to strengthen her core. Confused and still in pain, she wondered: Should I focus...
by Dr. Noah Volz | Mar 29, 2025 | Back Pain
It was early morning when Sarah stepped out onto her porch, stretching her arms above her head. The cold air wrapped around her as she prepared for her daily walk. But as she took her first step, a sharp, familiar pain shot up her lower back, stopping her in her...
by Dr. Noah Volz | Mar 22, 2025 | Shoulder Pain
It was a cool spring afternoon when Robert set out to prune the cherry tree in his backyard. He reached overhead with his shears, but the moment his arm extended, a deep, searing pain flared up in his right shoulder. Frustrated, he lowered his arm, massaging the...