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Realize that if you have been in a car crash... you need to see a chiropractor! The neck or back pain or even stiffness may not appear right away, so be cautious about assuming everything is OK right away. Your body may take days or even weeks to start showing symptoms. ClickHere to read more and print the necessary forms for your consultation with us. |
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For those of you participating in our summer long weight loss challenge... we have a special treat for you this coming Wednesday 6/17. We have gone through great lengths to line up to high quality personal trainers to put on a great program for you. There will be something for everyone from the beginner or those looking to get kickstarted to the advanced! Call or E-mail us to RSVP if you want to participate. Thank you for allowing us to be YOUR chiropractor! |
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 Many spinal injuries can occur when gardening so it’s important to take the time to plan and avoid over fatiguing your back. One of the best ways to minimize the damage weeding and other gardening chores have on your back is to minimize how much you need to do. Mulch is a great tool used to block the weeds. It may be a little time consuming and labor intensive at the start, but the long term savings are great. Make sure to ask for help before lifting the heavy bags. Raised beds can reduce the amount of bending and fatigue of the back, but be sure not make them too wide to avoid excessive leaning.
One of the most popular positions for extended weeding sessions is to sit on a stool or garden chair. If you have knee, hip or back pain, sitting can help you avoid putting pressure onto those areas. For those with relatively healthy lower backs, sitting on the ground may be an option. Sit with your legs bent, positioning one in front and the other in back. Try to anchor your sitting bones into the ground equally. This will bring your pelvis and spine into an upright position. But even sitting and weeding can take its toll on your back so be sure to take breaks and avoid excessive rotation.
One easy thing you can do to make standing and weeding your garden comfortable for your back is to prop your elbow against your leg. This will create an external brace, which will help stabilize your body posture when you bend and reach for the weeds. It is also helpful to use a wide stance, which will create a stable base of support for you as you work. Make sure to stay hydrated, stretch often and take breaks. Happy Gardening! |
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 The July-August issue of AARP the Magazine , the nation’s largest circulation magazine with more than 24 millions readers, includes a story about back pain and mentions chiropractic as one of the “best treatments for lasting relief.” Read the entire story here: www.aarpmagazine.org/health/the_back_story.html
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 I’ve recently been working on developing educational programs for our expectant mothers. This process has reminded me how important it is for pregnant women to receive chiropractic care! As the mother of two, I can’t imagine going through pregnancy with all it’s low back pain, sciatica, upper back pain, and headaches with having some help! Chiropractic care is not only safe and effective for pregnant women, it can also help reduce labor times too! |
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