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In the realm of holistic healthcare, chiropractic care has gained popularity for its non-invasive approach to addressing various musculoskeletal issues. While many people seek chiropractic treatment for relief from back pain, it’s essential to understand that chiropractors can offer much more than just back pain relief. In this blog post, we will explore the signs…
We all know spinal discs are important — but to understand why, the real question is… what are they made of? Simply put, your spinal discs are the little cushions that sit between the bones (vertebrae) in your spine. Each disc is made up of a tough, fibrous outer layer (annulus fibrosis) and a jelly-like…
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 of neurons as your spinal cord. You’ve probably heard the admonition “trust your gut.” Turns out it’s wise advice. If you’ve…
Bottom Line: The opioid epidemic is one of the deadliest drug crises in our recent history. Look at the United States. It’s estimated that over 2 million people have a problem with opioid abuse and nearly 50,000 people die each year due as a result. So, how did we get here? Well, in the 1990s,…
So what’s the real difference between getting adjusted and cracking your own back? They usually sound the same and sometimes feel the same too. In fact, sometimes when you crack your own back it actually feels better. So, what’s the difference? First off, many people put a lot of emphasis on the “cracking” sound which…
The parasympathetic nervous system, the sympathetic nervous system, and the enteric nervous system comprise the autonomic nervous system in the body. The autonomic nervous system is continuously active and is responsible for unconscious regulation of our glands and organs. The parasympathetic nervous system takes care of “rest and repair” activities, such as salivation, tears, sexual…
The sympathetic nervous system, the parasympathetic nervous system, and the enteric nervous system comprise the autonomic nervous system in the body. It operates through a network of neurons throughout the body, which originate inside the vertebral column and extend down to the third lumbar segment of the spine. The autonomic nervous system is continuously active…
Have you every wondered why we take x-rays or if they are even necessary? It’s a very reasonable question to ask and one that we are always happy to answer. In most areas of health care, like dentistry or orthopedics, x-rays are common, routine and usually performed without any doubts or questions. Patients understand that…
If you’ve ever been in our office you’ll notice these weird looking cushions in some of our chairs. They go by different names but we tend to call them exercise discs, and they have several benefits. It forces good posture One of the first things you will notice when you sit on an exercise disc…
It’s not uncommon and really not surprising that some people would be afraid to be adjusted. It’s different and unfamiliar and you’re trusting someone to make a rapid movement to your spine which usually creates a loud crack. How could someone possibly remain calm with this going on? The truth is, most adjustments and very…
There are a number of different misconceptions about chiropractic care and the role it plays in the primary health care field. Simply put, chiropractic is the science of adjusting the spine in order to restore normal biomechanical motion and decrease stress on the nerves which allows the body to function better. chiropractic respects the natural…
Yoga is becoming a more and more popular activity in the Western world today and as Chiropractors, we also find that it compliments our care very well and recommend it often. The number of places offering Yoga classes of many different types is on the rise. With a choice of Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Power…
Contrary to popular belief, “health” insurance policies won’t necessarily protect you for the burden of huge medical bills. Many people are surprised to learn that’s just not the case. A Harvard University study looked at almost 2,000 Americans that were in bankruptcy court. Half of these people said that illness or medical bills drove them…
