High Intensity Laser Therapy

The Biomechanics of High-Intensity Laser Therapy and Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy

By Alexis Draeger / July 10, 2024

Biomechanics of Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy:  The original shockwave technology was used to disintegrate kidney stones, but with the progression of this technology over time, it has been used for more musculoskeletal therapeutic purposes. The newer technology uses an acoustic mechanical wave, or soundwave, that creates a biological response at the cellular and molecular level of…

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Midwest Pain Solutions Empowers Heptathletes and Decathletes at Olympic Trials

By Molly Behnke / July 2, 2024

The Olympic Trials in Eugene, Oregon last month showcased exceptional performances and fierce competition. Among the athletes vying for a spot in the upcoming Paris Olympics were several heptathletes and decathletes who kept their competitive edge with the expertise of some of the best in sports chiropractic care: Dr. Jackson Draeger, Dr. Curt Draeger, and…

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Dr. Jackson Invited to Olympic Trials to Support Team USA Athletes

By Alexis Draeger / June 20, 2024

News segment:  https://www.wbay.com/2024/06/19/local-chiropractor-invited-olympic-trials-support-team-usa-athletes/  _ By WBAY news staff Published: Jun. 19, 2024 at 6:18 PM CDT GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) – A local chiropractor is lending a hand, and a laser, to help treat athletes competing in the Olympic trials.   Dr. Jackson Draeger, who owns Midwest Pain Solutions, is leaving for Eugene, Oregon, and begins…

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Seeking Care for Knee Pain

By Alexis Draeger / March 27, 2024

Chronic knee pain – no matter how it occurred – can be completely debilitating. It can greatly impact your quality of life and even your ability to have a job. Knee pain is a common ailment in the Green Bay and Appleton area, most often prompted by injury, age, arthritis, or the buildup of scar…

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Importance of Exercising with Aging

By Alexis Draeger / January 18, 2024

As you age, regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. By exercising regularly, it may delay or diminish health problems that typically come with growing older. Physical activity has many benefits, including building body strength, improving mental health, enhancing mobility, increasing flexibility, and combating fatigue.   …

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Movement with Arthritis

By Alexis Draeger / October 16, 2023

Exercise and movement is the most important thing you can do for your physical, mental, and emotional health when you are dealing with arthritis. Other benefits include managing the onset of arthritis, as well as other chronic conditions like heart disease, obesity, and diabetes. The reason this is so important when dealing with arthritis is…

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Concussions

By Alexis Draeger / August 28, 2023

According to the CDC, “experts estimate 1.6 to 3.8 million sports and recreation-related TBI’s occur each year in the U.S.”  TBI is short for traumatic brain injuries, these are considered if there was “a bump or blow to the head that disrupts the way the brain normally works.” A concussion is considered a type of…

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Text Neck

By Alexis Draeger / August 7, 2023

In today’s world, millions of people are dependent on their technology. It is becoming a growing health concern for not only adults but younger generations as well. “Text Neck” is a term or phrase to describe the damage or pain caused to the neck from the overuse of a wireless device, tablet, or cell phone…

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The Chronic Pain Cycle & How to Escape

By Alexis Draeger / June 5, 2023

What is Chronic Pain?  Chronic pain is pain that lasts weeks, months, or even several years and can happen in any part of the body. This type of pain can also be debilitating and a fierce cycle. Lack of sleep, stress, reduced mobility, restricted daily activities, and reduced quality of life are just a few…

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Dr. Jackson Discusses Chronic Pain on Local 5 Live

By Alexis Draeger / April 28, 2023

Watch the Local 5 Live segment: https://www.wearegreenbay.com/local5live/solutions-for-chronic-pain-in-green-bay-and-appleton/    On Tuesday, April 25th, Dr. Jackson Draeger, D.C. joined Local 5 Live to discuss chronic pain and its effects. Here is what WFRV had to say when interviewing with Dr. Jackson:   “If you are in search of a solution to chronic pain, there might be a…

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