Rodney Oberdorf, DC

05/27/2026

Causes of Knee Pain in Kids

Knee pain accounts for at least one-third of musculoskeletal complaints in the pediatric population seen in healthcare clinics, including chiropractic offices. This is especially common in active children during the growth spurts of early adolescence. Let’s review some of the most common causes of knee pain in kids and teens and how they are typically managed.

Knee pain accounts for at least one-third of musculoskeletal complaints in the pediatric population seen in healthcare clinics, including chiropractic offices. This is especially common in active children during the growth spurts of early adolescence. Let’s review some of the most common ca

05/20/2026

Running and the Knees

Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise, largely because it can be done almost anywhere at any time and it doesn’t require much in the way of equipment (other than a pair of running shoes). While there is a common belief that running always leads to osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee, the current research suggests that running may reduce the risk for knee OA and it can also improve pain and disability in patients who have developed the condition. Here are four tips for reducing the risk of experiencing a running-related injury so that you can reap all the benefits this activity has to offer…

Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise, largely because it can be done almost anywhere at any time and it doesn’t require much in the way of equipment (other than a pair of running shoes). While there is a common belief that running always leads to osteoarthritis (OA) of the k

05/19/2026

Management Strategies for Whiplash and Dizziness

Of all the symptoms associated with whiplash associated disorders (WAD), dizziness may be one of the most concerning to patients because of how it can limit their ability to get up and move around. What can be done to treat dizziness following a WAD injury?

05/19/2026

Frailty Management Strategies

Frailty is defined as a clinical state in which the body has diminished strength, endurance, and resilience, making a person more vulnerable to stressors such as injury and illness. It’s estimated that 7–12% of Americans age 65 and older are frail. Because it is associated with an elevated risk of falls, hospitalization, disability, and complications from illness and surgery, frailty can significantly impact an individual’s ability to remain independent and maintain quality of life. Common characteristics of frailty include unintentional weight loss, weakness, fatigue, slow walking speed, and low physical activity. The presence of three or more of these features meets the diagnostic criteria for frailty, as described by the Fried’s Frailty Phenotype model.

05/19/2026

Potential Causes of Wrist Pain

After shoulder pain, wrist complaints are among the most common reasons patients seek chiropractic care for upper limb issues. Before treatment begins, the likely cause of the patient’s wrist symptoms must be identified. Let’s review the most common causes of wrist pain and the key features that help differentiate them

05/18/2026

Chiropractic Care for Headache Relief

Statistically, up to 20% of adults experience frequent headaches, with approximately 1–4% reporting headaches on more than 15 days per month. While there are many types of headaches—and within each subtype, multiple underlying causes and triggers—research suggests that musculoskeletal factors can contribute to certain headache presentations. What would a doctor of chiropractic look for during the initial visits to determine whether a course of chiropractic care could benefit the headache sufferer?

Statistically, up to 20% of adults experience frequent headaches, with approximately 1–4% reporting headaches on more than 15 days per month. While there are many types of headaches—and within each subtype, multiple underlying causes and triggers—research suggests that musculosk

05/18/2026

Whiplash Avoidance Strategies

During a whiplash event, such as a rear-end collision, the head and neck accelerate and decelerate more rapidly than the nervous system can coordinate a protective muscular response. This can result in sprains, strains, and microtrauma to the soft tissues of the head, neck, and upper torso, which may manifest as neck pain, stiffness, headache, brain fog, or dizziness—collectively referred to as whiplash-associated disorders (WAD). Because many patients experience symptoms that persist for months or even years following injury, WAD can place a significant burden on individuals, families, and society as a whole—highlighting the importance of strategies and technologies aimed at reducing whiplash risk.

During a whiplash event, such as a rear-end collision, the head and neck accelerate and decelerate more rapidly than the nervous system can coordinate a protective muscular response. This can result in sprains, strains, and microtrauma to the soft tissues of the head, neck, and upper torso, which

05/14/2026

Spinal Manipulation for Lumbar Disk Lesions

The majority of low back pain cases are classified as non-specific in nature, meaning they are not attributable to an identifiable, single structural cause such as a fracture, infection, tumor, or nerve compression. But, in roughly 5–10% of cases, the cause of localized pain in the lower back can be linked to injury to the intervertebral disks—which sit between each of the lumbar vertebrae and function as shock absorbers while facilitating spinal movement. If a nearby nerve root is affected, the patient may experience symptoms that radiate along the course of the nerve into the leg. What role, if any, can chiropractic play in managing lumbar disk–related low back pain?

05/14/2026

Sleep and Chiropractic Care

The American Sleep Association reports that 50-70 million adults in the United States (US) have a sleep disorder. Poor sleep is associated with several adverse health outcomes, including an elevated risk for musculoskeletal pain.

The American Sleep Association reports that 50-70 million adults in the United States (US) have a sleep disorder. Poor sleep is associated with several adverse health outcomes, including an elevated risk for musculoskeletal pain. Though the exact mechanisms are not fully understood, the c

05/13/2026

Spinal Stenosis and Non-Surgical Care

It’s common to see older adults with a slumped posture, and though there are many possible reasons for this, perhaps the most common cause is a condition called spinal stenosis.

It’s common to see older adults with a slumped posture, and though there are many possible reasons for this, perhaps the most common cause is a condition called spinal stenosis. The Mayo Clinic notes that spinal stenosis can result from wear-and-tear that narrows the spinal disks. T