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Do you have mechanical neck pain?
Neck pain has become increasingly common in that 2 out of 3 people will experience neck pain at some point. Mechanical neck pain and headache coming from the neck (cervicogenic headache) are quite common, so here is some info for you to help you further understand the relationship between spinal manipulation therapy (SMT) or the […]
Chiropractic care and therapeutic exercise – why do them together?
Have you been injured? Is the healing process taking too long? Take a good look at what your active care is made up of. First off, are you active? And, in which ways? It could be your “core” strengthening exercises are actually NOT spine-friendly, and are potentially setting you up for re-injury. Spine-friendly therapeutic exercise I always suggest […]
Old or new scar tissue causing pain? Learn how Graston technique® can help
Graston technique® Graston technique® or instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) is used by clinicians to effectively detect and treat scar tissue and myofascial restrictions that interfere with normal function. When tissue is placed under stress and damaged, it will heal in a haphazard pattern (scarring) that can cause reduced range of motion, loss of strength […]
Seniors and chiropractic care
Why chiropractic care is important for the aging population Chiropractic care is important for the aging population because it helps keep the body functioning optimally. Health and mobility are very important to the aging population. Continue reading to find out why 🙂 Loosing your balance can decrease the quality of your life. How so, you ask? Well, slips and falls can lead to […]
“Text-neck” concerns? A modern spine condition affecting growing children, teens, and adults
What is text-neck? It’s neck pain associated with looking down at your cell phone or other wireless device for too long and too frequently. This posture of bending your neck to look down over the cell phone isn’t a new position. We have been hunching over for years with reading also. The main issue is that […]
Kinesiotaping: why try it?
Kinesiotaping In my practice, I’ve had some promising outcomes with the use of Kinesiotaping technique. (I use both kinesiotape and Spidertech tape – different brands of tape, both work well.) The most noticeable changes are when someone comes in with a swollen joint or with bruises. The tape material is hypoallergenic and latex free. The tape […]
December Newsletter 2014 *Happy Holidays*
Here is the link to the pdf newsletter: DEC2014PrintLetter It’s that time of year AGAIN! With the hustle & bustle of the holiday season, don’t forget to take good care of your immune system with adequate rest, a good diet, exercise and throw in your chiropractic “tune-up” visits, and your spine and nervous system will […]
PACK IT LIGHT. WEAR IT RIGHT.
Kids and backpacks just seem to go together. Whether you are heading out on holiday with the kids or sending them off to school, chances are they’ll be packing a backpack. You have your own load too, whether it’s a fashionable new purse or a suitcase packed to bursting. Knowing how to choose, pack and […]
June 2012 – It’s Your Health – Be Wary
Hello everyone! I hope you enjoyed my last newsletter on Graston Technique™. You can sign up for the quarterly newsletter on my website or on the initial intake forms during your visit. Please let me know if you have any specific Chiropractic, health & wellness related topics that you’d like to be covered on my […]
Spring 2012 – What is Graston Technique?
What is Graston Technique®? It’s a patented form of instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IAST) which allows clinicians to effectively detect and treat scar tissue & restrictions. It is grounded in the works of Dr. James Cyriax, an Orthopedic surgeon. What is the Technique used for? Graston Technique breaks down collagen cross links, splays and stretches connective tissue and […]