Author Archives: drbenbaker

Healthy Activities for those suffering from Low Back Pain

Many of us are plagued with low back flare-ups, sharp lumbar pain or chronic aching low back pain. Finding daily activities to help feel better is essential. This article describes healthy activities to combat a chronic aching back. Going for a walk: Movement is key to feeling healthy, alert and it can lower pain levels. […]

Does my insurance cover chiropractic care?

Did you know chiropractic care is covered through most major medical plans.  This includes: major health insurance carrier, workers’ compensation, Medicare, personal injury, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plans for federal employees. Many people are unaware that there are so many ways to get chiropractic care covered. What about your chiropractic care atPrimeSpine in Bellevue […]

Is Cracking Your Back Good for You, Bad for You, or Just a Waste of Time?

As a chiropractor, I routinely get asked the question “is cracking my back good for me”.  This is a topic that is very important to discuss.  We all know someone who habitually cracks his or her neck.   You may have a co-worker who is infamous for filling the office with loud crunches, cracks and pops […]

Top Reasons Why Kids Should Utilize Chiropractic

Chiropractic care is often thought of for neck and low back pain.  This is often the first reason someone will seek treatment from a chiropractor.  There is a current buzz about children seeking chiropractic care. There are many reasons for this that go far beyond back and neck pain.  Children are developing postural habits every […]

Stretches & Chiropractic Advice for People Who Work with Computers

Attention desk jockeys, you need to move.  Sitting still for extended periods of time on a daily basis is one of the least healthy things possible for our spines. I know that many people have busy and stressful jobs that require long, grueling hours sitting in front of computers. This article gives some tips for […]

Corporate Wellness Program Starts At Redmond’s ThinkSpace

We are proud to announce that our massage staff is helping ThinkSpace in Redmond with a wellness day. Our staff is offering the tenants at think space free 20 minute massages through out the day. With two massage therapists on site over 20 tenants will be treated.   ThinkSpace offers coworking space to start up companies and developers, as […]

Do You Have Microsoft Posture?

Americans on average spend between 8-10 hours a day sitting in a chair staring at a computer screen.  This increasing decline in workplace activity can take a toll of your body including poor posture and chronic neck and back pain.  This can often lead to a misalignment of the vertebrae known as Forward Head Posture […]

Kirkland Dental Assistant and Active Athlete with Regence Seeks Chiropractic Treatment for Severe Neck and Upper Back Pain after Car Accident

Severe injury resulted when our patient was rear-ended at a red light. Prior to the accident, she ran for enjoyment and exercise, and competed in track and gymnastics in the Kirkland area. Because of the injury, she is unable to take part in her favored sport activities. Additionally, because of sharp pain and extreme stiffness, she is […]