Dr. Pete Lazarnick "Dr. Pete": Blog

Given how much time most people spend seated, it’s no surprise that back and neck pain are extremely common. It’s never optimal for people to hold the same position for an extended period, but there are a lot of common mistakes that office workers, in particular, are prone to making. At the Carrollton chiropractic office of Dr. Peter Lazarnick (Dr. Pete), we provide complementary, minimally invasive treatments for subluxations and stiff muscles. But to maintain good musculoskeletal health, people need to know how to stay aligned while they’re at work. When you’re sitting at your desk, you want your feet to be flat on the ground while your back is straight. Sit as far back in your chair as you can, and your legs should only slightly slope downward, with space between your knees and the edge of the chair. Your shoulders should be raised slightly by the armrests, and you should be able to keep your arms straight when you reach for the keyboard. You’ll also want to keep your monitors at e...

Upper back pain, although not as common as lower back pain, affects many people. It has several potential causes, some of which a patient will have to change their lifestyle to avoid. At the Carrollton chiropractic office of Dr. Peter Lazarnick (Dr. Pete), we can help patients to uncover the cause of their pain and implement a holistic, non-invasive treatment plan that will restore them to a state of health. The twelve vertebrae in the thoracic region support the rib cage. They are not quite as mobile as those in the neck or lower back, and strains there are a bit less likely. However, a disc there could be herniated, especially in an older patient, and the joints are vulnerable to arthritis. A person may also strain their upper back muscles through overuse, particularly if they lift heavy objects improperly or regularly maintain an unhealthy posture. We’ll use imaging tests and tactile examinations to determine whether there is a spinal misalignment. Treatment options include chiropr...

Neck pain is one of the most frightening spinal ailments. After a problem has been treated, patients will be more vulnerable to relapses, which is why it’s important for them to follow instructions to improve their lifestyle. To assist with our patients’ preventive care, we at Dr. Peter Lazarnick’s (Dr. Pete’s) Carrollton office wanted to provide some quick tips. Although an injury can result in whiplash, most neck pain is degenerative, having been caused by wear and poor posture over time. People are particularly likely to develop chronic neck pain if they spend a large amount of time looking down at computer monitors or at the road. Frequently changing positions can keep the neck tendons from shortening. Office workers would also do well to make sure their screens are at eye level and their feet are flat on the ground. Patients are also advised to make sure they are getting eight hours of sleep each night and to sleep in a spine-friendly position. Many pillows are made with a neck-su...

We’re looking forward to another beautiful Carrollton autumn at Dr. Pete Lazarnick’s (Dr. Pete's) chiropractic clinic. But every year, a lot of people strain themselves while raking. We provide minimally invasive, non-addictive pain and rehabilitation treatments, but since so much of what we see is preventable, we want our patients to know how they can keep themselves safe. Yardwork, like any vigorous activity, should be done in clothing that is breathable and allows a full range of movement. However, it should be relatively formfitting so nothing gets caught. By the same token, people raking should tie their hair back and remove jewelry and anything else that dangles. Shoes should be close-toed, provide arch support, and have slip-resistant soles, although we recommend not raking when leaves are wet because they’ll be much heavier. Do a five-minute warm-up before raking. You should use dynamic stretches to get blood flowing to your limbs. The rake should be lightweight and long en...