Author Archives: Dr. Mike Burak

Headaches & Migraine: Chiropractic vs.  Medication Effectiveness & Safety In randomized clinical trials, chiropractic  was 57% more effective in the reduction of headaches and migraines than drug  therapy By Mark Studin DC, FASBE(C), DAPM, DAAMLP It was reported in October … Continue reading →

Buddy, a 10 1/2 year old black lab mix, was severely injured when his 6 month old canine housemate ran into his front right leg at full speed.  His owner recalled that I treated animals and called in a panic.  He … Continue reading →

“Rhonda G” came in three (3) weeks ago complaining of vertigo (dizziness).  These episodes began in February with no know etiology (cause). She was unable to go swimming, go to the gym and focus on everyday tasks.  Sometimes the episodes were so severe … Continue reading →

Hey everyone: I have had many patients complain of shoulder pain recently.  They cannot move their arms because their shoulder will not “work”.  Most of these patients had shoulder stiffness for a little while and one day just could not … Continue reading →

I have decided to take a break from my usual health tip blog and discuss my Uncle Jack, who as many of you know, passed away the Friday before last. I grew up working at my dad’s gas station. He … Continue reading →

As many of you may know, I am a certified animal chiropractor, or a “chiropractitioner”. I completed the course about 4 years ago and have been treating animals ever since (with the approval of the pets vet). 3 weeks ago, … Continue reading →

Sciatica…what is it?, what causes it? and how do I get rid of it? Many new patients come into my office complaining of sciatica…but after doing a case history, many times the sciatic nerve is not being pinched. The sciatic … Continue reading →

Why I am a Chiropractor… I am a Chiropractor because I want to find the CAUSE…not treat the EFFECT. People come to me in pain. Pain is easy to treat. I want to find out WHY they are in pain. … Continue reading →

This past week, I had 3 patients who were complaining of plantar fascitis and 2 of them have heal spurs. When they told me that they had this condition, I told them that I could help them. They were shocked … Continue reading →

Hi Patients ask the most interesting questions and I wanted to address a few of them today. “Hey Doc, when you feel my spine, what are you feeling for?” and ” Hey Doc, what is the popping sound that I … Continue reading →