When pain or soreness hits, one of the first questions people ask is: “Should I use ice or heat?” It’s a simple question — but the right answer depends on what’s actually going on in your body. At Renewed Body Chiropractic & Wellness Center , we often guide patients through recovery routines that include both ice and heat therapy. Here’s how to tell which one to reach for. 🧊 When to Use Ice Think: fresh, sharp, or swollen pain. Ice is best for acute injuries  — anything that’s just happened...

When the temperature drops and daylight fades faster, it’s easy to trade in your movement routine for cozy nights on the couch. But staying active during Chicago’s colder months isn’t just about fitness, it’s about protecting your body from stiffness, pain, and fatigue that often show up this time of year. At Renewed Body Chiropractic & Wellness Center, we see it every fall. Patients who feel great all summer suddenly start to tighten up, move less, and notice more aches once the cold sets...

September is like the second New Year.  Summer vacations wind down, kids go back to school, routines kick back in, and before you know...