Health & Wellness Blog
Practical, patient-friendly guidance on pain relief, healing, and whole-body wellness from Dr. Derek Curran, D.C.
Herniated Disc vs. Bulging Disc: What's the Difference and When to See a Chiropractor in Edgewater, MD
Bulging disc, herniated disc, slipped disc: the terms get mixed up constantly. Dr. Derek Curran explains the difference, common symptoms, what the research says about conservative care, and what to expect at a visit in Edgewater, MD.
Dr. Derek Curran, D.C. · November 6, 2026
PulseWave vs. Therapeutic Ultrasound: What's the Difference?
Both get called 'sound wave therapy,' but PulseWave shock wave therapy and therapeutic ultrasound are different tools. Here is how they differ, what the research says, and how we think about each in Edgewater, MD.
November 4, 2026 · 7 min read
How Long Should I Continue Chiropractic Care After a Car Accident? A Realistic Timeline for Edgewater, MD
Wondering how many weeks of chiropractic care to expect after a car accident? Here's how care plans are typically structured, what affects the timeline, and why re-evaluations matter, from our Edgewater, MD office.
November 2, 2026 · 7 min read
What Is a Chiropractic Adjustment? 7 Common Myths, Explained by an Edgewater, MD Chiropractor
Does the popping hurt? Is it safe? Will you have to keep coming back forever? Dr. Derek Curran separates fact from myth about chiropractic adjustments, with sources, for patients in Edgewater and Anne Arundel County.
October 30, 2026 · 7 min read
PulseWave Shock Wave Therapy for Golfer's Elbow: What to Know Before You Try It
Inner elbow pain that lingers for months? Learn what golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis) is, how PulseWave shock wave therapy is used at our Edgewater, MD office, and what to expect.
October 28, 2026 · 6 min read
Do I Need a Referral to See a Chiropractor After a Car Accident in Maryland?
Wondering whether you need a referral to see a chiropractor after a car accident in Maryland? Here is what to check with your insurer, how PIP fits in, and which symptoms are worth having examined in Edgewater, MD.
October 26, 2026 · 7 min read
Upper Back Pain Between the Shoulder Blades: Common Causes and What a Chiropractor Looks At
Aching, burning, or tight between your shoulder blades? Learn the common causes of upper back pain, when it needs a medical check first, and how chiropractic care in Edgewater, MD fits in.
October 23, 2026 · 8 min read
What to Expect at Your First PulseWave Session in Edgewater, MD
Curious what happens at a first PulseWave shock wave therapy visit? Dr. Derek Curran walks through the exam, what the focused acoustic waves feel like, how long a session takes, and what to do afterward at our Edgewater, MD office.
October 21, 2026 · 8 min read
Deer Collisions in Anne Arundel County: Neck and Back Injuries to Watch For After a Fall Crash
Deer season peaks on Anne Arundel County roads from October through December. Learn how to drive defensively, what to do after a collision, and which neck and back symptoms are worth getting checked in Edgewater, MD.
October 19, 2026 · 9 min read
Low Back Pain in Edgewater, MD: What the Guidelines Say and When to See a Chiropractor
Low back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek care in Anne Arundel County. Here's what current guidelines say about non-drug options like spinal manipulation, and what to expect at a chiropractic visit in Edgewater, MD.
October 16, 2026 · 7 min read
Can PulseWave Help With Outer Hip Pain? What Shock Wave Research Says
Aching on the outside of your hip when you lie on your side or climb stairs? Here is an honest look at greater trochanteric pain syndrome, what shock wave research does and does not show, and what a PulseWave visit is like in Edgewater, MD.
October 14, 2026 · 8 min read
Soft Tissue Injuries After a Car Accident: Why a Normal X-Ray Doesn't Tell the Whole Story
Told your X-ray was clear but your neck and back still hurt after a crash in Edgewater, MD? Here's why soft tissue injuries often don't show up on X-rays, what a thorough post-accident evaluation looks like, and when to seek emergency care.
October 12, 2026 · 9 min read
How Often Should You See a Chiropractor? A Practical Guide for Edgewater, MD
Once a week? Twice a month? Only when it hurts? Dr. Derek Curran explains how visit frequency is usually set, what the research does and doesn't say, and how to know what's right for you in Edgewater, MD.
October 9, 2026 · 8 min read
Can PulseWave Help With Knee Pain? What the Evidence Shows
Knee pain that keeps coming back? Here is an honest look at what shock wave therapy research says about the knee, which conditions it is studied for, and what a PulseWave session is like at our Edgewater, MD office.
October 7, 2026 · 8 min read
What to Do After a Car Accident in Edgewater, MD: A Step-by-Step Guide
A calm, practical checklist for the first minutes, hours, and days after a car accident in Edgewater and Anne Arundel County: staying safe, exchanging information, documenting the scene, and knowing when to get checked out.
October 5, 2026 · 8 min read
Headaches That Start in Your Neck: What the Research Says About Chiropractic Care in Edgewater, MD
Tension headaches, neck-related (cervicogenic) headaches, and migraines are different problems. Here's what the research says about chiropractic care for each, the warning signs that need a doctor today, and what a headache visit looks like at our Edgewater, MD office.
October 2, 2026 · 11 min read
Shoulder Pain and PulseWave: A Non-Invasive Option in Edgewater, MD
Shoulder pain that won't let you sleep or reach overhead? Learn what the research says about shock wave therapy for rotator cuff and calcific tendinitis, and how PulseWave fits into care at our Edgewater, MD office.
September 30, 2026 · 10 min read
Delayed Whiplash Symptoms: Why You Should Get Checked After a Car Accident, Even If You Feel Fine
Felt fine after a fender-bender, then woke up with a stiff neck and a headache two days later? Here's why whiplash symptoms are often delayed, what to watch for, the warning signs that need an ER, and how we approach post-accident care at our Edgewater, MD office.
September 28, 2026 · 10 min read
Sciatica in Edgewater, MD: What's Behind the Leg Pain and How Chiropractic Care May Help
Pain shooting from your low back down one leg? Here's what sciatica really is, what the research says about chiropractic care for it, the warning signs that need urgent attention, and what a visit looks like at our Edgewater, MD office.
September 25, 2026 · 10 min read
Achilles Tendon Pain: How PulseWave Shock Wave Therapy May Help
Achilles pain that won't settle? Learn what the research says about shock wave therapy for Achilles tendinopathy, why the type of Achilles pain matters, and how PulseWave fits into care at our Edgewater, MD office.
September 23, 2026 · 10 min read
Tech Neck: Why Eight Hours at a Desk Wrecks Your Neck (and What Actually Helps)
Neck pain, headaches, and tight shoulders from screen time? Here's what tech neck really is, why posture advice alone rarely fixes it, and how chiropractic care in Edgewater, MD fits in.
September 18, 2026 · 10 min read
Shock Wave Therapy for Tennis Elbow: An Honest Look at PulseWave
Chronic elbow pain that hasn't improved in months? Here's how PulseWave shock wave therapy is used for tennis elbow at our Edgewater, MD office — what the evidence says, what a session is like, and who it suits.
September 16, 2026 · 9 min read
PulseWave for Plantar Fasciitis: What to Know Before You Try It
Heel pain that won't quit? PulseWave shock wave therapy is now available in Edgewater, MD. Here's how it works for plantar fasciitis, what a session is like, and who it suits.
August 27, 2026 · 7 min read
What Is PulseWave Shock Wave Therapy? A Plain-English Guide
PulseWave shock wave therapy is now available in Edgewater, MD. Here's how it works, what a session feels like, and who it may help — in plain English.
August 6, 2026 · 3 min read
Common Personal Injuries Treated by Chiropractic Care
Whiplash, back and neck injuries, and sports injuries — Maryland Chiropractic & Physical Medicine in Edgewater, MD explains how chiropractic care helps you recover.
September 20, 2024 · 1 min read
How Nutritional Guidance Enhances Your Massage Therapy
Pairing massage therapy with smart nutrition helps your body get the most from every session. Maryland Chiropractic & Physical Medicine in Edgewater explains how.
June 15, 2024 · 2 min read
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