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Work Hardening vs. Work Conditioning: What’s the Difference?
Understanding how work hardening and work conditioning programs help you recover from injury and safely return to your job. When you’re recovering from a job-related injury, returning to work isn’t always as simple as getting a doctor’s note. You may need help rebuilding the strength, endurance, and movement patterns your job demands—especially if you’ve been…
Read MoreWhy Annual Wellness Exams Are More Important Than You Think
What You Can Expect From Your Annual Wellness Exam—and Why It Matters More Than You Realize An annual wellness exam is more than just a routine check-up—it’s a critical opportunity to take control of your long-term health. At Advanced Care Specialists, we believe in proactive, preventive care that puts your well-being first. Whether you’re managing…
Read More5 Signs You Might Need a Chiropractor (and What to Do About It)
When to See a Chiropractor: Understanding Your Body’s Warning Signs Your body often tells you when something isn’t right. Many people live with discomfort or pain for months or even years before seeking chiropractic care, not realizing that their symptoms are treatable. Our experienced chiropractors help patients find relief from various conditions through non-invasive, drug-free…
Read MoreTop Benefits of Physical Therapy for Chronic Pain Relief
Living with chronic pain can affect every aspect of your daily life, from mobility and independence to overall well-being. At Advanced Care Specialists in Racine, WI, we understand how debilitating chronic pain can be. Our experienced physical therapists are here to provide personalized, compassionate care tailored to your unique needs. By focusing on your goals,…
Read MoreDoes Chiropractic Actually Work? The Benefits Of Seeing A Chiropractor
If you are wondering whether chiropractic does work, the answer is yes. There seems to be a grey area between alternative medicine and standard health care. However, chiropractic care can be incorporated with medical care to yield effective results. While incorporating these two treatments can greatly benefit you, chiropractic offers some unique benefits over medical…
Read MoreWhat Are the Best Ways to Stretch My Hamstrings?
The answer is, it depends. There are different factors that influence the best way to stretch your hamstrings. Our hamstring muscle is a two joint muscle, meaning that it crosses two joints. The hamstring muscle works at both our hip and knee. We are able to actively stretch our hamstrings while lying on our back,…
Read MoreDoes a Back Brace Make My Core Muscles Weak?
We frequently use Aspen back braces as an element of a patient’s treatment plan. There are three different types of braces we utilize but the one that we choose depends on the condition. Sometimes there’s hesitancy from our patients when giving them a back brace because they are afraid it is going to make their…
Read MoreAvoiding Joint Pain: A Guide On What You Can Do On A Day-To-Day Basis To Avoid Joint Pain
Joint pain, also known as arthralgia, is a discomfort that arises from any joint. A joint can be painful without being inflamed, or it can be both inflamed and painful. Your joints connect bones, support your weight and allow you to move and though they are designed to cope with incredible amounts of stress, sometimes…
Read MoreWhy is Thoracic Mobility So Important for the Golf Swing?
Well, since the golf season is officially over for most of us in Wisconsin – it’s time to tune into the guys that do it best on TV. There are a couple of great tournaments coming up, specifically the Sentry Tournament of Champions at Kapalua’s Plantation Course, which is a great test for even the…
Read MoreWhat is Arthritis?
This is a question we get asked often here at Advanced Care Specialists. Fortunately, we not only have the answers to most of your questions, but we also have successful treatment options for some forms of arthritis. So back to the original question, what is arthritis? Arthritis is defined as inflammation or swelling of one…
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