PUBLISHED ON JULY 31, 2018 Boost Your Body Getting regular exercise is a great way to improve and maintain joint and general health. We’ve all heard the old adage, “Use it or lose it.” It’s especially true when it comes to joint function. As we age, many of us suffer from a loss of joint mobility. […]
PUBLISHED ON AUGUST 14, 2018 Once You Go… Did you know? Regular chiropractic care is ideal to help retrain muscles that are susceptible to injury. Probably one of the greatest myths about chiropractic care is that, once you go, you have to go for the rest of your life. Of course, this isn’t true. However, […]
PUBLISHED ON AUGUST 28, 2018 The Brain in Your Gut Did you know you have a ‘second brain’ in your gut? It surprises many to learn that they have an enteric nervous system. Have you heard of it? It controls and regulates the esophagus, stomach, small intestine and colon and has five times the number […]
PUBLISHED ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2018 Nervous System 101 Something that’s great for your nervous system? Plenty of exercise and water! The nervous system in your body is made up of two parts: the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system. The brain and the spinal cord make up the central nervous system. The spinal […]
PUBLISHED ON MAY 8, 2018 Poor Posture, Poor Mood Whenever you’re sitting at a computer, be conscious of your posture and keep your feet evenly planted on the ground. As many people are finding themselves spending more time sitting slumped behind a screen or standing on their feet for hours on end without a break, paying […]
PUBLISHED ON MAY 22, 2018 The Health Benefits of a Digital Detox Feel like phones are ruining family time? While a physical lock and chain may be unrealistic, institute a no phone policy during meals together. Living in a world awash in technology can make life easier in some respects, but it can also be […]
PUBLISHED ON JUNE 5, 2018 The Deceptive Slipped Disc An improper lifting technique is one of the many things that can lead to a slipped disc. The intervertebral disc is a special type of cartilage found between each of the 24 bones of your spine. Bands of fibrous tissue surround its jelly-like center. The disc […]
PUBLISHED ON JUNE 19, 2018 Headaches Are Common – But Not Normal If you’re dealing with frequent headaches, make an appointment with our practice. You may believe that everyone gets headaches. After all, they’re normal, right? Some are dull; others are throbbing. Some occur on only one side; others produce nausea or light and sound sensitivity. […]
PUBLISHED ON JULY 3, 2018 Emotions and Your Spine Doing your best to nurture your mental and physical health can keep your spine happy. When we explain that physical, chemical and emotional stress is the underlying cause of subluxations, many wonder how emotions can cause spinal misalignments. Yet, our language reveals some common connections. “I […]
PUBLISHED ON FEBRUARY 13, 2018 5 Reasons to Stay Away from Sugar Did you know? Sugar often sneaks its way into your diet through drinks like juice or sodas. Sugar, in its many forms, is an increasingly common ingredient in processed foods. In fact, many of us eat the equivalent of 53 heaping teaspoons of white […]