There’s a reason people working desk jobs experience neck pain and those in physical labor jobs may suffer from low-back problems. In many cases, the habits we keep throughout the day can have lasting effects on the rest of our body—especially if unmanaged!
Identifying Daily Habits
To start out you should begin identifying patterns in your daily routine—think posture or repetitive motions. As chiropractors, our own […]
Simple answer: absolutely! If you’re someone who’s benefiting from the effects of chiropractic care, the next step after improving and maintaining your own wellness is spreading the word! So many people don’t know how beneficial chiropractic can be for their whole body—and let’s face it, we all know someone who could use the extra help.
The Stats
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Spring has sprung! While you’re spring cleaning your home, your car and your office—do not forget to take some time to refresh and recharge your health and well-being.
Try new approaches to healthcare.
Many of us only get in to see the doctor when we’re sick and feeling miserable—but wouldn’t it be much better to avoid the […]
March Madness is finally here and with it comes the thrill and the sprain (or strain, but we’ll get to that) – incredible wins and bracket-busting defeats. But the real “strain” referred to here has to do with muscular/spinal pain and injury. While many of us will be watching these collegiate athletes representing their schools and […]
There is no one right way to care for your body. Optimal health takes on a different meaning for each individual because we are all unique. There are many different avenues to consider as you strive to reach your optimal health potential. With winter and flu season just around the corner, it is […]
Hey you, yeah, you, sit up straight.
Do an audit of your body and posture right now. Is your back straight? What about your legs and arms? How much physical space are you taking up at this moment?
Notice how the simple act of being aware of your posture makes you automatically correct it. You don’t usually think […]
A subluxation takes place when a vertebrae moves out of position and causes an irritation on spinal nerves. These nerves, which protrude from between the bones of the spine, then malfunction and cause interference with the signals they carry.
Vertebral subluxations can stem from physical, chemical, and emotional causes:
*Physical causes are related to physical aspects we deal […]
Stress is a part of life whether from jobs, family events, health issues, or balancing busy schedules. But while we all experience stress, women and men handle stress differently due to hormonal responses of the body. Both men and women release equal amounts of the hormones cortisol and epinephrine when encountering stress. These hormones cause the […]
The average adult spends 50 to 70 percent of their time sitting. Most of this time is spent at a work desk or computer. Desk work can be taxing to your body, especially your spine. When sitting in a flexed position for an extended amount of time, your body begins to conform to […]
Most of us associate exercise with a desire or goal to lose weight. While it is true that increasing your exercise – in combination with a healthy diet – may help you shed some of those excess winter pounds, the benefits of an active lifestyle as a habit extend well beyond reaching your “goal weight.” […]
