EXERCISE TO LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE
Japanese researchers report that just a small amount of exercise each week can significantly reduce blood pressure in otherwise inactive patients. They studied 207 sedentary men and women diagnosed with hypertension (high blood pressure), and prescribed varying amounts of exercise with a health club trainer. They found that those...
Continue ReadingSLEEP ASSISTANCE
There are many different alternative means of aiding sleep without the use of medication. One of the first things I recommend to patients is to establish and maintain a regular, fairly vigorous exercise regimen. By doing so your body is breaking down muscle, reducing stress and using up energy,...
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Health Tip: What should I use, ice or heat?? Many patients often ask me what to do when an injury first occurs. Generally, I tell them to use ice, but more specifically, follow the “R.I.C.E.” principal: R = Rest I = Ice C = Compress the injured area with an Ace wrap/bandage (not...
Continue ReadingIs Pregnancy A Pain In Your… Back?
Is Pregnancy A Pain In Your… Back? Pregnancy is a time of excitement and anticipation, as parents-to-be await the arrival of the new life they are bringing into the world. However, with pregnancy, expectant mothers may experience discomforts such as morning sickness, hormonal changes, weight gain and often, low back...
Continue ReadingWHY DOESN’T MY SPINE STAY IN PLACE?
There are many forces that play a factor in causing the spine to become subluxated (out of place). Posture, work, sports, awkward sleeping, bending, and lifting, are just a few. But what keeps the spine in place and why does it get out of alignment? The body has a neurological...
Continue ReadingParents: Are Your CHILDREN Getting Adjusted Too?!!
Parents will often ask me, “Do you adjust kids?” The answer is “yes, all the time!” But more importantly, I try to teach parents why it is important for children to get spinal check ups and adjustments. So often we view kids as highly resilient, flexible, and unaffected by...
Continue ReadingWhat is Chiropractic good for?
Listed below are a few things chiropractic can help with: Back pain Headaches Ear infections Neck pain Arthritis and joint pain Scoliosis Asthma Blood pressure Healthy pregnancy Organ function Surgery prevention These are just some of the most common functions it helps with. But there are many more that weren’t listed. Chiropractic is a great option to try before trying medication,...
Continue ReadingHow to improve your workspace
Here’s a couple tips and tricks that could easily make your workspace so much more comfortable and help prevent injuries. 1. Computer Screen Make sure your screen is eye level. Your nose should go through the center of the screen. Make sure the screen or keyboard aren’t making your head tilt...
Continue ReadingWhat is Massage/ Manual therapy?
If your new to massage or manual therapy you might have a few questions. What is it? What does it help with? What are the benefits? We’ve written out the answer to all those questions below. Take a look and see how massage/ manual therapy can help you with...
Continue ReadingNon-Surgical Spinal Decompression
TREATMENT CENTER OFFERS BREAKTHROUGH PROCEDURE FOR TREATMENT OF LOW BACK PAIN Ahwatukee, AZ… Spinal Aid Centers of America has opened its doors for patients suffering from severe and chronic lower back pain. The center focuses specifically on those patients with chronic and severe back conditions such as: bulging and herniated discs,...
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