Sustaining a sports injury can quickly disrupt your active lifestyle. Whether you’ve been hurt during a game, training session, or workout, the immediate pain is only part of the story — how your body heals afterward is what really matters. At Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we specialize in treating a...

If you're living with pain that radiates down your leg, feels sharp or burning, or causes tingling and numbness, you might be dealing with sciatica—a condition that affects up to 40% of people at some point in their lives. At Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we understand how debilitating sciatica can...

Thinking about trying cold laser therapy but not sure what to expect? You’re not alone. At Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we believe in making healing comfortable, effective, and stress-free — starting with your very first visit. So, What Is Cold Laser Therapy?Cold laser therapy (also known as low-level laser therapy...

If you’ve been struggling with chronic back or neck pain, spinal decompression therapy might be the solution you’ve been searching for. At Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture, we specialize in non-invasive treatments designed to relieve pain, restore mobility, and improve your quality of life—without the need for surgery or heavy medications....

At Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture, we understand how frustrating and exhausting insomnia can be. Whether you're tossing and turning or waking up in the middle of the night, getting a restful night’s sleep is crucial for your overall health and well-being. Did you know that acupuncture could be the solution...

Sports injuries can sideline even the most dedicated athletes, and the road to recovery often feels long. But did you know that chiropractic care can play a crucial role in both treating and preventing sports injuries? At Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we specialize in helping athletes—from weekend warriors to professionals—recover...

At Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we’re committed to providing comprehensive care to help you recover from sports injuries and get back to doing what you love. One of the most effective treatments we offer is Cold Laser Therapy, and here’s how it can help: 1. Reduces Pain and Inflammation Cold...

At Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we believe in natural healing and providing effective treatments to help you feel your best. If you're dealing with a disc herniation, we’re here to explain how chiropractic care can help you find relief. A disc herniation occurs when the gel-like center of a spinal...

At Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture, we understand the crucial role posture plays in your overall health and well-being. Poor posture can lead to a variety of issues, from chronic pain and discomfort to decreased mobility and increased stress on your muscles and joints. Fortunately, our Postural Correction services are designed...

At Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we’re dedicated to helping you achieve optimal health and wellness. One common issue that many of our patients face is sciatica pain, often caused by a pinched nerve. If you're experiencing discomfort in your lower back, legs, or buttocks, you may be suffering from sciatica....

As winter weather settles in, driving becomes more dangerous with icy roads, low visibility, and unpredictable conditions. At Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture, your safety is our priority. Along with providing essential winter driving tips, we want to remind you of the importance of chiropractic care in case of an auto...

Aging doesn’t have to mean slowing down. At Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we believe in the power of natural healing to help seniors thrive at every stage of life. Chiropractic care isn’t just for pain relief—it’s a holistic approach that supports longevity, vitality, and anti-aging effects. Here’s how chiropractic care...

Happy New Year! Thank you for choosing Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture and putting your trust in our service, we enjoy serving clients like you and hope to serve you again in 2025. As this year comes to a close, we want to take this opportunity to send warm wishes to...

As the holiday season approaches, we want to extend our warmest wishes to you and your families. We hope you and your loved ones have a joyous holiday season filled with warmth and happiness, food, laughter, and beautiful memories. Thank you for your unwavering commitment and support throughout the year....

You are an integral part of the Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture family and we are so grateful for your support! In the spirit of the Thanksgiving season, we want to give thanks to all of you, our exceptional clients who make our growth not just possible, but worthwhile. Our customers...

At Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we know that recovering from a whiplash injury can be a long and challenging process. While most people associate whiplash with immediate pain and stiffness, what many don’t realize is that poor posture can contribute to ongoing neck discomfort, making it harder to heal and...

At Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we understand how debilitating neck pain can be. Whether it's due to poor posture, stress, or injury, persistent neck pain can significantly impact your daily life. One effective treatment option we offer is spinal decompression therapy. Here’s how it can help you find relief! What...

Struggling with Allergies or Asthma? At Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we understand how debilitating allergies and asthma can be. If you’re seeking natural relief, acupuncture may be the answer you’ve been looking for! The Benefits of Acupuncture for Allergies and Asthma 1. Immune System Support Acupuncture helps regulate the immune...

Are you struggling with knee pain that affects your daily activities? At Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we specialize in holistic approaches to help you regain mobility and alleviate discomfort. How We Can Help Comprehensive Assessment: Our journey begins with a thorough evaluation of your knee pain. We’ll discuss your symptoms,...

Are you an athlete or sports enthusiast dealing with nagging injuries or seeking faster recovery? Look no further! At Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture in North Bergen, NJ, we're excited to offer cutting-edge Cold Laser Therapy to help you get back in the game. What is Cold Laser Therapy? Cold Laser...

Mastering Proper Posture: A Guide to Postural Correction Envision yourself from a side perspective. Ideal posture aligns your ear directly over your shoulder, your shoulder over your hip, your hip over your knee, and your knee over your ankle. When seated, your feet should rest flat on the floor, and...

Are you experiencing the discomfort and pain of a herniated disc? At Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture in North Bergen, NJ, we understand how debilitating this condition can be. Our expert team is here to provide you with compassionate, effective treatment options designed to alleviate your pain and restore your quality...

For athletes striving to reach their peak performance, every detail counts—whether it’s fine-tuning their training regimen, optimizing nutrition, or ensuring their body is in top shape. Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture offers specialized services that can play a crucial role in enhancing athletic performance and supporting overall well-being. Here’s how their...

At Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture, treatment for whiplash typically involves a holistic approach aimed at relieving pain, improving mobility, and promoting overall healing. Here’s a general overview of how chiropractors at such a practice might approach the treatment of whiplash: Comprehensive Assessment: Chiropractors at Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture will begin...

Cold laser therapy, also known as low-level laser therapy (LLLT), is gaining recognition as a non-invasive treatment option for a variety of conditions. At Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we harness the power of cold laser therapy to provide gentle yet effective relief for our patients. Let’s explore the indications and...

Chiropractors at Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture may use a variety of techniques to treat disc herniations, depending on the severity and location of the herniation, as well as the individual patient's needs. Some common approaches may include: Spinal adjustments: Chiropractors use manual manipulation techniques to realign the spine, reduce pressure...

Embark on a journey towards liberation from the persistent grip of sciatica, where the pathway to relief leads to Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture. Here, the gentle touch of chiropractic adjustments holds the promise of a life unshackled from discomfort. Central to this transformative approach is the dedication to realigning the...

Dealing with a disc herniation can be a painful and challenging experience, impacting your daily life and mobility. However, finding the right treatment approach can make all the difference in your recovery journey. At Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture, we specialize in providing comprehensive care for disc herniations, offering personalized treatment...

Neck pain is a common ailment that can significantly impact daily life, from hindering mobility to causing discomfort during routine activities. At Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture Center, we understand the debilitating effects of neck pain and offer acupuncture as a holistic approach to alleviate symptoms and promote healing. Acupuncture, an...

Acupressure, a practice rooted in ancient Chinese medicine, has gained recognition in modern times for its potential in alleviating various ailments, including coughs. Through targeted pressure applied to specific points on the body, acupressure aims to rebalance the flow of energy, or qi, within the body. Among the practitioners utilizing...

We are delighted to share a heartwarming testimonial from one of our patients that underscores the exceptional care and dedication provided by our healthcare team. Mr. Alex S. experienced our services and took the time to express his gratitude for the outstanding support he received during his journey to recovery....

Welcome to Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture's comprehensive guide on learning the art of acupressure to combat insomnia and reclaim restful nights. In this blog, we'll delve into the fascinating world of acupressure, exploring key pressure points that can alleviate sleeplessness and promote deep, rejuvenating sleep. Whether you're struggling with occasional...

The cold temperature can take its toll on your health. Strongly consider acupuncture therapy services which are time-tested therapeutic practices that go well beyond merely addressing physical discomfort. In this insightful video, we will uncover the profound connection between acupuncture and immunity, discovering how this age-old technique can serve as...

As the holiday season unfolds, we find ourselves reflecting on the joy and warmth that comes with this special time of year. At Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we want to take a moment to extend our heartfelt gratitude to every one of you who has been a part of our...

Greetings all from the blog team here at Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture. Thanksgiving, 2023 is just around the corner. We thought it would be appreciated to craft a Thanksgiving-focused blog a bit earlier than usual to give all our readers time to reflect and hopefully act upon the important things...

As the fall season unfolds, several types of injuries become more common due to various environmental factors and lifestyle changes. Chiropractic care plays a proven beneficial role in addressing and preventing some of these injuries. Here are common fall season injuries and how chiropractic care can help: 1. Slips, Trips,...

As the chill of the cold season sets in, many individuals find themselves grappling with chronic allergies that persist throughout the year. While conventional treatments such as medications and nasal sprays are commonly employed, an alternative approach gaining traction is acupuncture. This ancient Chinese practice involves the insertion of thin...

For young athletes to perform well in sports activities, they need to be healthy and feel their best. Sports-related injuries are very common, especially for young athletes, which is why chiropractic care is important. It helps provide benefits such as pain reduction and increased recovery time. Chiropractic care is a...

Chiropractic care has gained recognition as a valuable healthcare option for individuals who have experienced personal injuries. Whether stemming from auto accidents, slip and falls, or sports-related incidents, personal injuries often result in a range of musculoskeletal issues that can significantly impact one's well-being. Here are some ways chiropractic care...

Welcome back to our North Bergen's chiropractic care medical care blog! We love giving people back an important part of their lives that they were missing. It’s a rewarding experience for us. I may not always spend a lot of time talking with you when you come in for care....

Chiropractors specialize in the art and science of identifying and correcting subluxations in the body. This is to say that chiropractors find the roadblocks in your body’s communication highways. Chiropractors are trained to prevent and slow the progression of degenerative joint disease in your spine. Chiropractors remove these roadblocks so...

Within big-time organized sports at both the college and professional levels, chiropractic care is rooted as a core health and wellness treatment program. Athletes, both amateur and professional, increasingly seek chiropractic treatments to alleviate pain, enhance performance, and promote overall musculoskeletal well-being. One of the primary draws of chiropractic care...

Hijama, also known as wet cupping or medicinal cupping, is an ancient therapeutic practice that involves the application of cups to the skin to create a vacuum effect and draw out stagnant or congested blood. It is a traditional form of alternative medicine and has been practiced for centuries in...

This may sound crazy, but we’d rather not treat pain that could have been avoided. Everyone here at our North Bergen Chiropractic Care Clinic celebrates healthy and pain-free living and that is exactly what we wish for you all. However, we know that is not a reality and we’re here...

If you seek a safe and affordable way to reduce wrinkles and fine lines, improve facial muscle tone and contour, then take a moment to learn how acupuncture can deliver these results for you. You can enjoy and experience the transformative power of facial acupuncture, a centuries-old method that not...

Scalp acupuncture is a specialized form of acupuncture that focuses on the scalp as the primary area for treatment. It involves the insertion of fine needles into specific points on the scalp to stimulate the underlying tissues and nerves. North Bergen's licensed acupuncturist, Monika Gajiwala is an expert in this...

Acupuncture and cupping therapy are two forms of traditional Chinese medicine that have been used for centuries to promote health and well-being. Here are the positive effects of acupuncture and cupping therapy that we’ve personally witnessed our clients enjoy here at Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture: Menstrual health: Acupuncture and cupping...

In recent years, alternative therapies have gained popularity as individuals seek natural and holistic approaches to address various health concerns. One such therapy that has garnered attention and is being offered here in North Bergen's Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture is shoulder cupping therapy. Derived from ancient Chinese medicine, this technique...

It is with great joy and pride that we celebrate the 18th anniversary of Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture. Over the past 18 years, we have had the privilege of serving our community by providing exceptional chiropractic and acupuncture care. As we reflect on this milestone, we want to express our...

Lower back pain is by far the #1 complaint we see in our office here at North Bergen's Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture. We help people just like you get real pain relief on a daily basis.   And we do this for our patients without painful surgery and without the...

Life Chiropractic & Injury Center's Chiropractic care benefits all ages including children. From infancy to adolescence, regular adjustments will help with everything from colic and ear infections to growing pains and sports injuries. Children do not typically experience neck pain or headaches, but they will experience other health barriers that...

Spinal and postural alignment is essential for health and well-being. Unfortunately, many people realize they have posture problems and do not realize the negative effect this can have on current health and the cascading negative effects it can have on future health. Your caring friends and chiropractic and acupuncture specialists...

Aging athletes have a unique set of needs when it comes to staying in peak physical condition. While young athletes may be able to bounce back quickly from injuries and training fatigue, older and senior athletes need to take a more proactive approach to their health in order to stay...

We received great feedback on our January blog post about “Cupping Therapy” and how it differs from acupuncture. Based on feedback, today we continue the education about cupping therapy and why it proves to be so effective. Cupping by an acupuncturist is an ancient form of alternative medicine and it...

Chiropractic care is an effective way to improve your overall health and wellness. We take a holistic approach to wellness. Chiropractic care can help you discover measurable strides in pain management, range of motion, and a host of other positive wellness results. We strongly encourage everyone to actively pursue lifestyle...

Acupuncture can help relieve your cough. In acupuncture, there are several points that are commonly used to treat coughing. Some of these include: LU-7 (Lieque) - located on the forearm, near the wrist. LU-10 (Yuji) - located on the forearm, about one thumb width above LU-7. ST-40 (Fenglong) - located...

Cupping therapy is a pain mitigation procedure performed by our acupuncture therapists here at North Bergen’s Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture. We are very proud to inform you of the tremendous pain relief results we’ve delivered via cup therapy, acupuncture therapy, and often the combination of the two pain mitigation disciplines....

The holidays have arrived. As we write this, we continue to do our very best to meet and exceed your expectations. Simultaneously, our hearts are filled with Holiday joy, too many to itemize fully. One of our greatest joys is our appreciation of you. Please know how much we value...

Athletes at all levels realize the pain-mitigating and sports performance benefits from combined chiropractic treatment and acupuncture treatment services. Whether you suffer from musculoskeletal sprain, strain, repetitive stress injuries, or range of motion limitations that tax your ability to excel, our North Bergen Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture center is focused...

We thought we’d follow-up a previous blog regarding how acupuncture can alleviate persistent cough with this blog post offering a bit more detail. Who would have thought those tiny and painless acupuncture needles could bring so much joy. Countless people across the country suffer from persistent cough. For years they’ve...

Our path to personal and professional success is paved by- and with- the quality souls with whom we have surrounded ourselves. And, we consider you a member of our extremely valued fraternity of customers, vendors, service providers, mentors, and friends. It has been a strange couple of years, and we...

Who really thinks much about posture until one finds themselves in pain and then catches a glimpse of themselves in the mirror. Is that what I really look like and why in the world is my body not straight anymore? There are literally countless reasons why your posture has declined...

Hello once again from your team of chiropractic professionals here at North Bergen's Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture. Today, we’re going to cover a condition we often treat here at Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture: SI Joint Dysfunction. Lower back and neck pain are the two most common ailment complaints coming into...

As always, greetings from our chiropractic blog here at Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture. Those that follow us know that we systematically author works intended to promote physical and mental wellbeing. Some of our most professionally rewarding moments are when we get feedback that the advice provided here in our blog...

Our patients and regular readers of our chiropractic and acupuncture care blog know that we are North Bergen’s most celebrated chiropractic care provider. Part of that reason is our commitment to patient and community education regarding painful health conditions that can be addressed via an assortment of chiropractic care services....

Hello dear fans of our North Bergen's Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture blog. Today we are going to focus on educating you about the multitude of health benefits you can enjoy by engaging in chiropractic care services here in North Bergen. You are going to be amazed to learn that chiropractic...

As we all fall into new routines this month, we want to share some best practices to prevent backpack-related injuries as your kids go back to school. DID YOU KNOW: Backpack Fun Facts In 2016, over 6,300 kids had backpack-related injuries severe enough to receive Emergency Room treatment. It is...

Hello everyone. Your dedicated chiropractic and acupuncture team here in North Bergen are back with you today with another exciting and highly educational health tutorial. We love to educate and provide comprehensive chiropractic and acupuncture care and we do this in part by managing this chiropractic and acupuncture care blog....

Hello everyone, once again from your friends at North Bergen’s Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture. We love to educate and provide comprehensive chiropractic care and we do this in part by managing this chiropractic and acupuncture care blog. Today we continue that public education commitment via a video that Dr. Alex...

Chiropractic care is a natural healing method that can help alleviate pain and retrain your body to take care of itself. There are various chiropractic services that are used to treat complaints of back pain, neck pain, pain in the joints of the arms or legs and headaches. Chiropractic treatment...

If you suffer systemic pain from a car accident, chiropractic treatment for auto accident pain is a drug and surgery-free approach to pain management to strongly consider. Here at our multi-specialty medical facility here in North Bergen, we offer a team of pain management specialists that do wonders for people...

Spinal trauma resultant of an auto accident is a major source of both pain and confusion regarding what to do about it. The most common way this plays out for auto accident victims is to first try to gut it out. The common theory is the pain will be transitory...

What’s that peeking itself around the corner? It looks like, yes, summer finally settling in. Visions of going to the game with the spouse and children. Walks down at the beach or park. And yes, GOLF! People across North Bergen are gearing up for their golf season in the backyard...

As Doctors of Chiropractic here in North Bergen, NJ, our patient treatment and education is focused on the whole-body connection of health: the physical-emotional-psychological web. That means we learned early that it is impossible to treat the physical body without also addressing the emotional and psychological parts of health. In...

Your friends here at Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture want to remind you that, as it pertains to good physical and mental health, the importance of good posture is foundationally important. It is widely known that a healthy lifestyle involves conscious and strategic management of diet, sleep, and exercise. However, the...

Hello everyone, once again from your friends at North Bergen’s Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture. We love to educate and provide comprehensive chiropractic care and we do this in part by managing this chiropractic and acupuncture care blog. As so many of you are actively working your outdoor spring cleaning and...

For many of us, stress manifests into various forms of headache. Were you aware of the fact that tension headaches are one of the most common types of headaches, affecting about 90% of all headache sufferers? Likely, however, you are not aware of the fact that research shows spinal manipulation,...

Pain in the upper back is not as common as lower back pain because the thoracic spine does not move as much as the spine in the lower back and neck. With that said, here at North Bergen's Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture we provide chiropractic treatment for upper back pain...

Most of you know we take a holistic care approach to managing pain here at Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture. We understand and value the link between neuromusculoskeletal health to weight, fitness, diet, and nutritional deficiencies. This is precisely why we invest so much time and energy authoring non-clinical but quality...

If you follow our Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture blog, you know that we consistently post general advice and health tips. While we specialize in treating back pain, neck pain, knee pain, treating headaches, and a host of other painful conditions, we also take great pride in our holistic approach to...

The part of the neck which begins at the base of the skull and contains the smallest vertebrae is also called the “cervical spine”. The benefits of chiropractic include solutions that end neck disc pain. First, we look to give you a basic understanding of the cervical spine. The cervical...

Big snow storm coming today, well it’s already here. And today what I want to do is I want to show you guys how to shovel properly. And I’m going to show you what to do so you don’t get hurt today, or tomorrow, or the rest of the days...

We take great pride and professional reward in helping those living in arthritic pain to move forward to pain free living and a better quality of life. We gladly do this as one way to give back to the North Bergen community who have done so much for us over...

Our warmest New Year’s wishes from the entire team here at Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture. Calendar year 2021 and these ever-challenging global events placed heavy burdens upon us all. But in many ways, and supported by family, friends, and all of you, 2021 was a uniquely remarkable year, reminding us...

Hello everyone from Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture Center. Today we’re going to talk about anxiety and acupuncture and some of the commonly used and very effective acupressure points that you can use on your own. Anxiety: who does not have anxiety in this world? Anxiety is a very normal emotion....

Very warm Thanksgiving greetings from all of us at Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture. As business owners, clients, prospective clients, friends and family, and suppliers our sense of appreciation for all of you has never been higher. Like us, each of you have had unique and serious challenges during the last...

Hello everyone, this is Monica. I’m at Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture Center. Today we’re going to talk about acupressure points and cough. Coughing is one of the body’s ways to eliminate excess. It can be food, allergens, dust, pollen, or even mucus. Cough can be created by viral or bacterial...

Today at Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture Center we are going to talk about how acupuncture can help in boosting your immunity. In Chinese medicine, immunity is known as a defensive or productive system that cleans the barrier between the human body and external pathogens. When that barrier is weak, you...

Hello everyone. Today we’re going to talk about acupressure and insomnia. Insomnia is a very common sleep disorder. If it lasts from three nights to a week, this is called acute insomnia. Or, it can last from three nights in a week to three months or more, which is called...

Hello everyone. This is Monica at Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture Center. Today we are going to talk about acupuncture and allergies. Common signs and symptoms of allergies are post-nasal drip, sinus pressure, sinus headaches, runny nose, itchy nose and eyes, and a whole lot more. In terms of Chinese medicine,...

Today I’m going to teach you why biking is the number one exercise for your knees. Many people complain about knee pain and this is very common if you play tennis, run, or do any kind of sport that requires knee movement like soccer, baseball, etc. I’ve had a lot...

Hello everyone. This is Monica, I’m with Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture Center, today we’re going to talk about the Cupping. Cupping is an alternative therapy that originated in China a long time ago. In cupping we use plastic cups, glass cups, wooden cups, or silicone, and many more. Cups create...

Today at Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture I want to compare the digital x-ray vs. conventional x-ray. So why is digital x-ray better than conventional x-ray? This is our old conventional x-ray, if you look here at this view box, in the past, we had this film and it produced decent...

Good morning everyone. Dr. Alex Hernandez, Chiropractor from Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture in North Bergen, NJ. I’m here with Maria. Today we’re going to show you how to get your knees stronger. I get this question a lot at the office: my knees feel weak when I go up the...

Good morning everyone, Dr. Alex Hernandez here from Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture in North Bergon, NJ. Today we’re here at the office, I’m going to talk about carpal tunnel syndrome, and I’m also going to talk about how you can minimize the symptoms. What is this famous carpal tunnel? The...

Good morning everyone. Dr. Alex Hernandez, Chiropractor from Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture. I’m here with Janelle, my office Manager, and we’re going to go into part 2 of strengthening your knees. We did a segment on part 1, and this is part 2. How do you strengthen your knees? People...

Good morning everyone. Dr. Alex Hernandez here, Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture in North Bergen. I want to address a great question that was asked on the website again. Is chiropractic care scientifically proven? I will answer that with a resounding “Yes”. It’s very simple. Actually, chiropractic care is very, very simple....

Dr. Alex Hernandez here, Chiropractor in North Bergen. Today I’m going to talk about mainly men who utilize wallets. Okay, so most men carry a thick wallet, maybe an inch or more in their back pocket. This is really bad for your back, and I’m going to explain why. So...

Dr. Alex Hernandez here, Chiropractor from Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture in North Bergen. A common question we get is: "What is a Chiropractor good for?" I want to answer that simply. It’s a very good question. Many people come to see a chiropractor for different reasons, our specialty is the...

What is causing those headaches? At Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture we do an examination and then we take x-rays. Let’s find out if your neck is actually what is causing your headaches. If you haven’t found the solution to your headaches, look to your neck and get a proper evaluation....

We have had a few big snow storms and more to come! I want to show you guys how to shovel properly so you don’t get hurt. I typically get 10-12 people in the office because of back pain caused by shoveling wrong. I’m going to show you the most...

What is causing those headaches? In our examination we take x-rays to help figure that out. Let’s find out if your neck is actually what is causing your headaches. If you cannot find the solution to your headaches, let's take a look at your neck and get a proper evaluation....

My name is Dr. Alex Hernandez and I am a Chiropractor in North Bergen, NJ with Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture. Today we are going to talk about knee pain and how it affects people. When people have knee pain often they walk this way. To go up the stairs they...

My name is Dr. Alex Hernandez . I am a Chiropractor in North Bergen, NJ and I’m here with Maria. Maria is going to show us what normal low back motion looks like. We’re going to do a couple of flexibility tests to assess what normal range of motion is...

Warm Holiday greetings to you all. We write this note to you with joyous confidence that 2021 will bring happier, healthy, and more profitable days to us all! That wish is certainly a cause for optimistic celebration this Holiday season. Our Holiday gift to you is the gift of small...

My name is Dr. Alex Hernandez, Chiropractor in North Bergen. Today I’m going to show you how to get into and out of the car when experiencing back pain. Most people are not thinking about how to get in and out of the car when they don’t have back pain....

Dr. Alex Hernandez here and we’re going to discuss abnormal motion of the neck. Janelle is going to show us what bad range of motion looks like. Some people come into our office experiencing neck pain. Some motion is very limited when trying to touch chin to chest. If there’s...

Good morning everyone. Dr. Alex Hernandez, Chiropractor in North Bergen, NJ. Today I’m going to talk about over the counter medication and back pain. I’m going to talk about a patient who came in and was taking OTC medication for a long period of time. Typically what happens is when...

Good morning everyone, my name is Dr. Alex Hernandez, Chiropractor in North Bergen, NJ. Today, behind me I have an old TV that has been left as junk. So we’re going to show you how to lift something heavy and we’re also going to show you, more importantly, how not...

Good day everyone, Dr. Alex Hernandez from Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture. Today, I’m here to show you the simple and right way to change your water dispenser jug. This is a 5-gallon jug, and many people have these dispensers at home. One of the things that I find is that...

My name is Dr. Alex Hernandez, Chiropractor from Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture in North Bergen. I have Janelle, my office manager, and today we’re going to talk about something simple that people do every week: vacuuming. We’re going to show you the wrong way to vacuum and the right way...

Good morning everyone, Dr. Alex Hernandez here from Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture. I’m here with Janelle, and we’re going to demonstrate the top 3 exercises for your low back. Many people experience low back pain and they want to know what stretches to perform at home. In this video we’re...

Good morning, my name is Dr. Alex Hernandez, Chiropractor here in North Bergen from Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture. Today I want to help you with the decision of "when to get an x-ray". Then, in my next segment we’re going to talk about "when you need an MRI". At our...

Good afternoon, my name is Dr. Alex Hernandez from Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture. Today we’re going to talk about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. This is something that a lot of people are now experiencing because they are doing so much computer work. Some people spend anywhere from 6 to 12 hours...

This is Dr. Alex Hernandez from Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture Due to popular demand, I’m going to talk about some do’s and don’ts. I have some silly pictures here, but they’re going to prove the point. I’m going to show you how you don’t mess yourself up with simple things...

Today we continue the subject of acupuncture and our most frequently asked questions regarding acupuncture: What is an acupuncture needle, and do they hurt? This video is offered by the professional chiropractic and acupuncture care team here at North Bergan’s Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture. Once again, we have with us...

Greetings again from the professional chiropractic team here at North Bergan’s Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture. Today we’re like to cover the subject of acupuncture, a term most of us know, but a subject most of us know little about. Today, our licensed Acupuncturist, Monica Gajiwala, helps shed light on this...

So, you’ve been victimized by an auto-accident. The hearts of the entire professional chiropractic team here at North Bergan’s Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture go out to you. We hope that by reading this blog post today that we might help prevent you from being victimized for a second time. We...

When it comes to pain management, it is important to research all treatment options, not only the types of treatment options but who will be performing them. That is why the professional chiropractic team here at North Bergan’s Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture invites you to not only read and learn...

Greetings once again from North Bergen’s Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture. Today Dr. Hernandez will discuss with you the differences between a digital x-ray and a conventional x-ray. As you might guess, there are some distinct advantages to the digital x-ray. We hope you find this video informative. Good Morning everyone....

Greetings again from the professional chiropractic team here at North Bergan’s Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture. Today we’d like to cover the subject of neck pain. This is a very prolific condition that almost everyone will experience at one time or another. Your pain might be a very serious health issue,...

Regular readers of Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture Clinic blog know that we invest time and energy educating both our patients and the general public through this blog. Today we’re going to educate you on a very common (and very painful) condition that we treat on a daily basis here at...

Here at North Bergen’s Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we celebrate the ability to educate both our patients and the general public on ways to enjoy a happy and pain-free life. In today’s video, Dr. Hernandez tackles the subject of weak and painful knees. He provides an excellent tutorial on simple...

Dr. Alex Hernandez from Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture would like to talk a little bit about how an MRI can diagnose a herniated disc. In the video, we have some discs models, and the reason for discussing this topic is that many people injure their discs and have what we...

Dr. Hernandez here at North Bergen’s Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture is back again to help both his patients and the general public live happy, healthy, and pain-free lives. In this video, Dr. Hernandez address a disease on the rise here in America, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. He demonstrates for you the...

Today we’re going to talk about low back pain. With this type of pain we look at x-rays and MRIs, depending on the presentation of the patient. Why are they feeling low back pain, how did they get the low back pain? There’s a whole rationale and we do that...

Christmas and Chanukah share a similar spiritual message: that it is possible to bring light and hope into the world. These two holidays occur together this year, which makes this an even more special holiday season. This is a season to reflect upon how fortunate we are to have you...

This is Dr. Alex Hernandez again, from Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture. Today I’m going to answer a very common question: Which is better, an X-ray or an MRI? I’m going to tell you what the differences are, there’s advantages and disadvantages, but they are both really good diagnostic tools. Let’s...

Thanksgiving Day is the perfect time to remind one another of the many reasons there are to be grateful. We gather on this day to be thankful for what we have, for the family we love, the friends we cherish, the success we have had, and for the blessings that...

Good afternoon,my name is Dr. Alex Hernandez from Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture, and today we’re going to talk about shoulder injuries. The shoulder is a very complex joint, and we frequently treat shoulder injuries in this office. I’m going to start out with anatomy so we get an idea what...

Good morning everyone. This is Dr. Alex Hernandez, Chiropractor in North Bergen. Today I have Maria here with me, and what we’re going to do today is we’re going to answer a question that gets asked every week here at my office. And that is “Doc, what is the best...

This video is going to be about How Not To Sleep. I’m going to show you a few of the common things that most people do that creates pain particularly in their neck, but that can also create problems like numbness and tingling down the hands. So let’s demonstrate. One...

As we grow older we suffer a decline in mental and physical fitness, which can be made worse by conditions like Alzheimer's disease. A new study shows that older people who routinely partake in physical exercise can reverse the signs of aging in the brain, and dancing has the most...

My name is Dr. Alex Hernandez and today we are going to talk about knee injuries. We want to start out by talking about the two most common knee injuries: meniscus injury and ligament injury. Now, we want to explain a little bit about what meniscus is. Meniscus are soft...

This is Dr. Alex Hernandez from Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture here in North Bergen, NJ). Today’s topic is: Should you do Carpal Tunnel surgery? What is Carpal Tunnel surgery? That is when they basically do surgery in the wrist because somebody is experiencing numbness and tingling of the hands that...

Dr. Alex Hernandez explains how you get disc herniation and how to treat it. Disc herniation can happen in many ways, such as car accidents, contact sports injuries, falls. One of the most common ways to get a disc herniation is to pick up something heavy while twisting your back....

Good morning, my name is Dr. Alex Hernandez, Chiropractor here at Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture. Today, we’re going to talk about headaches and the topic today is: "Why in the world am I getting all these headaches?" So, we’re first going to show what happens in our computer program. There...

Good morning, my name is Dr. Alex Hernandez, here at Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture. Today we are going to talk about Whiplash. Many people have heard of whiplash and it commonly occurs in car accidents and sports injuries. Let's talk about what whiplash is exactly. With whiplash the head can...

Good morning, my name is Dr. Alex Hernandez, Chiropractor here at Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture. Today we are going to talk about . Most people understand whiplash from car accidents when we get rear-ended or hit from the side or front. In a whiplash accident our head gets whipped very...

Good morning, my name is Dr. Alex Hernandez, Chiropractor here at Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture. One of the most common questions we get here at the clinic is "Why am I getting Neck Pain?" So, today I decided to show you an X-ray for a patient who suffers from extreme...

Today, Dr. Hernandez focuses on the topic of inside ligament sprains. We invite you to listen and read along with Dr. Hernandez as he discusses this subject and provides insight about how chiropractic treatment can offer the most expedited path to healing inside ligament sprains. We take this moment to...

Greetings once again from your friends at Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture serving Newark, North Bergen, and the surrounding areas. We produce podcasts and blogs as a public service to educate the general public about how and why Americans increasingly include chiropractic treatment in their pain management care plan. We offer...

We continue our education series blog posts today with Dr. Fernandez breaking down exactly what is the sciatic nerve, what it looks like, and how you can fix it. This is part of our continuing public service designed to educate the general public about how and why Americans increasingly include...

Greetings once again from your friends at Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture serving Newark, North Bergen, and the surrounding areas. We produce podcasts and blogs as a public service to educate the general public about how and why Americans increasingly include chiropractic treatment in their pain management care plan. We offer...

Greetings from your friends at Life Chiropractic and Acupuncture serving Newark, North Bergen, and the surrounding areas. We produce podcasts and blogs as a public service to educate the general public about how and why Americans increasingly include chiropractic treatment in their pain management care plan. We offer a comprehensive...

If you are suffering from back, neck, shoulder pain, or constant migraines, spinal manipulation can provide relief. "Spinal manipulation" is designed to relieve pressure on joints and reduce inflammation. Your chiropractor at Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture will use a combination manual mobilization of joints and muscles, advanced physical rehab, and...

There are countless ways normally healthy and pain-free people suddenly suffer regular and systemic neck pain. High school athletes routinely suffer neck pain early in the school's sports season. Auto accident victims are also examples of normally pain free individuals who seek chiropractic services to eliminate neck pain. Relief of...

Our warmest Holiday wishes from the entire team here at Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture. Calendar year 2018 was, and continues to be, a truly remarkable year and we take this moment to recognize the joy that each and every one of you has brought to our personal and professional lives....

They say that a person’s life begins at fifty. This is the age when people begin to contemplate retirement and begin to enjoy the fruits of their years of work and life experience. This is also the period when Father Time begins to do his thing and introduce recurring pain....

More and more medical doctors recommend nonpharmacological (drug-free) chiropractic treatments for patients with back and spine pain. The reason medical doctors turn to chiropractors for patient treatment is because of their clear understanding of the opioid epidemic and the opioid-related health risk that patients face. With every opioid prescription there...

I was driving my car and the other driver did not stop at the stop sign. So, they hit the passenger side of my car. I spun around and then my car flipped onto it's side. My entire left side was what got most of the impact. I was in...

When I was younger, I played football a lot and lifted weights heavily. As an adult I got into IT and when you are in IT you sit down a lot and your back starts to give out. All those things put together, I started to feel a massive pain...

I was training for the New York City Marathon. I was having really sharp knee pains and I couldn't run for more than a mile without a knee band. But, I had to train 26.2 miles so I was really nervous. I came to see Dr. Hernandez, a chiropractor in...

Acupuncture is a non-drug, non-invasive therapy that has a variety of benefits – from pain management to helping with stress reduction, circulation and sleep disorders. An acupuncturist must be committed to providing effective and comprehensive acupuncture treatments for pain as well as common medical conditions. Acupuncture offers effective treatments for...

If you have a sports injury you need a chiropractor who specializes in sports injuries in order to get back to full-health and to get back to the sport you love. Chiropractors who have played life long sports have even more interest in treating tears, strain and pulls as a...

If you are suffering from back, neck, shoulder pain, or constant migraines, spinal manipulation can provide relief. "Spinal Manipulation" is designed to relieve pressure on joints and reduce inflammation. Your chiropractor will use a combination of manual mobilization of joints and muscles, advanced physical rehab, and other non-invasive treatment to...

Hola, me llamo es Doctore Alex Hernandez. Enfocado en el diagnosis y tratamiento: Dolor de espalda Dolor de cuello Dolor de Hombros Dolor de cabeza At Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture we are committed to providing chiropractic solutions to address the unique needs of you and your family. Contact us....

The welcoming team at Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture is committed to providing chiropractic solutions to address your unique needs, whether you are experiencing back pain, neck pain, headaches, or even muscular tightness and tension. You may be searching for pain relief after an accident, experiencing an injury, or if you...

Dr. Alex Hernandez at Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture specializes in treating neck pain, back pain, shoulder pain, and headaches without the use of drugs or surgery. Chiropractors use techniques and manipulations that teach a body to heal itself without the use of drugs and injections. But don’t take my word...

Whether it's exercise, performing work, or carrying out your regular routine,these activities are important to our daily lives. But, at any given moment, subtle or sever injuries can throw you off your game. But, you can get the specialize treatment you need and deserve. If you aree suffering from a...

American veteran Jeff Harris was one of the first people to ask for acupuncture when veteran’s hospital began to offer it. "I don't like taking pain medication. I don't like the way it makes me feel," he said. The use of acupuncture has increased among patients and doctors in America...

Welcome to the Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture Blog. Here you will find out about the latest in Chiropractic Care, Sports Injury, Acupuncture, and Postural Correction. Life Chiropractic & Acupuncture serves a variety of patients, from young athletes to senior citizens, in North Bergen and the surrounding area. We are committed...