Chiropractic Questions
Dr Hulsebus presents "Ask the Chiropractor". This is a short podcast with a different topic we, as chiropractors, get asked. He tries to give a straight forward quick answer. If you have a question about chiropractic only qualified person to answer is a chiropractor. He will present research and then break it down so easy to understand. Dr Hulsebus is a third generation Palmer Graduate. He is a member of the International Chiropractic Association, Illinois Prairie State Chiropractic and Professional Hockey Player Chiropractic Society. www.rockforddc.com
Episodes
249 episodes
Why Your Back Hurts More at Work (Even When You’re Careful)
“I didn’t do anything… I was being careful.”If you’ve ever said that about your back pain at work, you’re not alone.In this episode of Ask the Chiropractor, Dr. Brant Hulsebus explains why back pain at work is rarely caus...
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Season 12
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Episode 8
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13:44
Signs Your Back Is About to Go Out (Before the Pain Starts)
Most people say their back pain “just went out.”But in reality, the body almost always gives warning signs first.In this episode of Ask the Chiropractor, Dr. Brant Hulsebus explains the early signals your back is about to fl...
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Season 12
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Episode 7
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12:43
Back Pain After Sleeping? It’s Not Just Your Mattress
f your back hurts most when you wake up, your mattress probably isn’t the real problem.Morning back pain is one of the most common patterns chiropractors see. Many people replace beds, pillows, and sleep positions, yet the stiffness retu...
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Season 12
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Episode 6
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12:03
Chiropractic vs. Physical Therapy: Why the Order of Care Matters
"Should I see a chiropractor or go to physical therapy for my back pain?" It’s a question we hear daily at our Rockford clinic. The truth is, both are powerful tools—but if you use them in the wrong order, you might be training your body to fun...
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Season 12
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Episode 5
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12:14
Why Stretching Alone Isn’t Fixing Your Back Pain
If stretching worked, your back pain would be gone by now.Many people stretch daily to relieve back pain — before work, after workouts, and before bed — yet the pain keeps coming back. That’s because stretching often treats symptoms, not...
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Season 12
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Episode 4
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11:03
Why Sitting All Day Is Quietly Destroying Your Lower Back
For many people, sitting feels harmless — even restful. But prolonged sitting is one of the most damaging things you can do to your lower back, especially when it happens day after day.In this episode of Ask the Chiropractor, Dr...
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Season 12
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Episode 3
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10:09
When Back Pain Is Serious: Red Flags Chiropractors Watch For
Back pain is common — and most of the time, it’s not dangerous.The real problem is knowing when back pain can be safely managed and when it should not be ignored.In this episode of Ask the Chiropractor, Dr. Brant Hulsebus ex...
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Season 12
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Episode 2
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10:55
How Chiropractors in Rockford Diagnose Back Pain (And Why Most Miss the Cause)
Many people are treated for back pain without ever being properly evaluated. They’re told it’s “just a muscle strain,” given rest or medication, and sent on their way — only to have the pain come back weeks or months later.In this episod...
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Season 12
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Episode 1
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9:39
When Back Pain Isn’t a Muscle — What Chiropractors in Rockford Check First
If you’ve been told your back pain is “just a muscle strain” but it keeps coming back, there’s a good chance the muscle isn’t the real problem.In this episode of Ask the Chiropractor, Dr. Brant Hulsebus explains why back pain is...
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Season 11
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Episode 49
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13:03
Why Your Low Back Pain Keeps Coming Back
If your low back pain keeps coming back, you’re not dealing with a new injury — you’re dealing with a problem that was never corrected.In this episode of Ask the Chiropractor, Dr. Brant Hulsebus explains why back pain often retu...
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Season 11
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Episode 48
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12:05
Why You Get Hurt When You Start Working Out Again — And How Chiropractic Helps
Every year people return to the gym motivated to get healthy — and many end up injured by February. In this episode, Dr. Brant Hulsebus explains why workout injuries happen when restarting exercise, why chiropractic care prevents them, and why ...
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Season 11
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Episode 47
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12:29
Why Chiropractic Should Be Part of Your New Year’s Health Plan
The New Year is when people recommit to their health — but most don’t know where to start. In this episode of Ask the Chiropractor, Dr. Brant Hulsebus explains why chiropractors are non-medical primary health care providers and how chi...
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Season 11
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Episode 46
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10:39
Is Cracking Your Own Neck Dangerous?
Most people have cracked their own neck at some point — but is it safe? In this episode of Ask the Chiropractor, Dr. Brant Hulsebus explains why self-manipulation offers only temporary relief and how repeated neck cracking can overstre...
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Season 11
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Episode 44
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12:13
Can Chiropractic Help with Sciatica? What Patients Actually Need to Know
Sciatica can cause sharp, burning, or shooting pain down the leg — but the real cause is often in the lower back, not the hip or leg itself. In this episode, Dr. Brant Hulsebus explains what sciatica really is, why the pain travels, and how chi...
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Season 11
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Episode 43
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10:28
The Hidden Reason Your Hands Go Numb — It’s Not Always Carpal Tunnel
Many patients assume numb or tingling hands mean carpal tunnel—but that’s not always true. In today’s episode, Dr. Brant Hulsebus explains why the real cause is often found in the cervical spine, not the wrist. If you wake up with numb hands, l...
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Season 11
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Episode 42
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14:20
Why You Wake Up Stiff in the Morning — The Chiropractic Explanation
In this clinical episode of Ask the Chiropractor, Dr. Brant Hulsebus explains the real reasons people wake up stiff, sore, or tight in the morning. Learn what happens to your spinal joints overnight, why inflammation settles during sle...
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Season 11
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Episode 41
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11:27
The Wellness Advantage of Regular Chiropractic Check-Ups
The Wellness Advantage of Regular Chiropractic Check-UpsWhy do people keep going to the chiropractor even when they feel good? In this episode, Dr. Brant Hulsebus from Hulsebus Rockford Chiropractic breaks down the real reason patients c...
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Season 11
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Episode 40
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9:45
Winter Back Health and Chiropractic Care
In this episode of Ask the Chiropractor, Dr. Brant Hulsebus shares practical tips to keep your back healthy during the cold Illinois winter. From warming up before shoveling snow to understanding how chiropractic care addresses the roo...
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Season 11
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Episode 39
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13:16
Chiropractic Philosophy and Subluxation Basics
In this episode, Dr. Brant Hulsebus breaks down the foundation of chiropractic care — our philosophy. What makes chiropractic different from medicine? Why do chiropractors focus on the cause, not the symptom? Dr. Hulsebus explains subluxation, ...
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Season 11
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Episode 38
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13:07
Holistic Night at Hulsebus Chiropractic: Exploring Health, Longevity & Wellness
Join Dr. Brant Hulsebus, Certified Chiropractic Wellness Practitioner (CCWP), for a behind-the-scenes look at our upcoming Holistic Night at Hulsebus Rockford Chiropractic.In this special episode, Dr. Hulsebus explains what makes ...
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Season 11
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Episode 37
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13:17
Is Sitting the New Smoking? How Posture Impacts Your Spine, Energy, and Longevity
Most people think poor posture just causes a sore neck or back pain — but it’s much deeper than that.In this episode, Dr. Brant Hulsebus explains how modern sitting habits are changing our spinal health, affecting energy levels, and even in...
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Season 11
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Episode 36
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13:50
Neck Pain in Rockford: Why Fall Brings More Visits to the Chiropractor
Is your neck pain getting worse as the weather cools down? You’re not alone — every fall, more Rockford residents visit chiropractors for stiff, sore necks.In this episode, Dr. Brant Hulsebus from Hulsebus Rockford Chiropractic ...
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Season 11
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Episode 36
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13:10
When to See a Chiropractor for Headaches
If your headaches keep coming back no matter what you try, it might be time to look beyond pain medication. In this episode, Dr. Brant Hulsebus explains how chronic tension headaches often start in the neck and upper back — and how chiropractic...
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Season 11
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Episode 35
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14:30
Balance and Neck Health
In this episode of Ask the Chiropractor, Dr. Brant Hulsebus shares insights on the vital connection between neck health, proprioception, and balance. Discover why your upper cervical spine plays such a key role in stability, how chirop...
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Season 11
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Episode 34
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12:07
Chiropractic Care for Pregnancy: A Safe, Drug-Free Alternative
Concerned about taking Tylenol during pregnancy? In this special episode of Ask the Chiropractor, Dr. Brant Hulsebus discusses safe, natural alternatives for expectant mothers who want pain relief without medication. Learn how chiropra...
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Season 11
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Episode 33
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11:52