Focus on ADD/ADHD
You have been seeing the terms ADD and ADHD very often in our recent articles. This is due to the fact that our Focus program is now in full swing and we have begun helping children and adults in managing their sensory integration issues such as ADD/ADHD or patterns of …
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Immunity now!
I bet everyone has taken a moment to think about their immune system in the last few months, or at least crossed their fingers in hopes they could make it through another flu season unscathed. Many people do not realize that they have a lot of control over their health …
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Chiropractic goes beyond pain
Our bodies are amazing. Think about that statement. As you do, also think about the fact that you probably took a breath, blinked your eyes, moved a limb, moved your head, focused your eyes, digested food, healed a cut, wiggled a toe, salivated and a million other internal operations. Although …
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Behavioral/learning challenges affecting your family?
Spoelstra Family Chiropractic has been serving Coeur d'Alene and the surrounding communities for more than four years and our office has now expanded to serve this area with one of the only sensory integration programs of its type in the country. The program is called Focus and our goal is …
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New option for ADD/ADHD
The Focus program at Spoelstra Chiropractic is off and running. We have been receiving a lot of feedback from the community and great support in offering one of the only drugless sensory integration programs of its type in the country. We realize that the choices seem limited when dealing with …
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Why bring a child to a chiropractor?
Many people do not understand the purpose of chiropractic and how it can benefit even the youngest of patients. That's right; kids derive great benefit from chiropractic for the same reasons that adults see such amazing changes in their health!
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The true story of Winifred Gardella
Awhile back we shared the story of Doug Harkey, an Iowa resident who had his vision restored in his eye through chiropractic care after 12 years of blindness. This week I would like to check in with a younger patient.
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Focus on ADD/ADHD
You have been seeing the terms ADD and ADHD very often in our recent articles. This is due to the fact that our Focus program is now in full swing and we have begun helping children and adults in managing their sensory integration issues such as ADD/ADHD or patterns of …
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ADD/ADHD and Focus
I have been writing on this topic extensively here in The Press because the questions just keep rolling in about the Spoelstra Family Chiropractic program called Focus.
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Neural efficiency and chiropractic
We experience the world through our nervous system.
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Sensory integrations disorders and chiropractic
Spoelstra Family Chiropractic is happy to announce that our extension program dealing with sensory integration disorders is now called Focus. The Focus program is an integrated, drug-less approach for people exhibiting traits of sensory integration/neurodevelopmental challenges that often carry the diagnosis of ADD, ADHD, or have patterns of being impulsive, …
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Pediatric health care
There are few things more difficult in life than watching a child suffer, especially if it is your own. No one wants to see a child in pain or falling ill to any form of sickness or disease. It is simply a heartbreaking thing to observe.
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Children and chiropractic
Chiropractic has a simple philosophy that can enhance your life and make you a happier, healthier person. Many people do not understand the purpose of chiropractic and how it can benefit even the youngest of patients. That's right; kids (and babies) can derive great benefit from chiropractic care for the …
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ADD/ADHD and sensory integration disorders
In the time that I was making my way through middle school and high school, I heard very little about ADD/ADHD or any other sensory integration disorder. Now that I am older and in touch with many teachers, it seems that these diagnoses have become common place among our nation's …
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Chiropractic goes beyond pain
Our bodies are amazing. Think about that statement. As you do, also think about the fact that you probably took a breath, blinked your eyes, moved a limb, moved your head, focused your eyes, digested food, healed a cut, wiggled a toe, salivated and a million other internal operations. Although …
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Drug-less ADD/ADHD treatment coming to Cd'A
In the coming month, Spoelstra Family Chiropractic will be moving forward in implementing an extension program that specifically works with adults and children with developmental and behavioral challenges. We are now a S.H.I.N.E certified facility in the Dr. Ed Hallowell protocol.
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Case studies
As a chiropractor, one of my favorite moments is when a patient reveals some amazing change that has happened to their health after starting chiropractic care. It is a common occurrence, but I will never tire of the stories or the elated faces of those experiencing positive outcomes.
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ADD and ADHD
We have probably all heard the terms and we probably all know a little bit about the behaviors associated with these titles. Here is what you might not know:
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ADD/ADHD and chiropractic
In the time that I was making my way through middle school and high school, I heard very little about ADD or ADHD. Now that I am older and in touch with many teachers, it seems that this diagnosis has become commonplace among our nation's children and teens.
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Back to basics... Part one
You are not destined to get sick. Your body is a remarkable piece of machinery capable of healing itself. If you treat that system right and respect your body, you won't have much to worry about in terms of "health care."
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Pinched nerve?
When nerves become "pinched," injury, spasm and inflammation of the surrounding muscles cause the nerve to become compressed, resulting in pain.
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Wearing your baby
Over the years we have discussed numerous activities and the effects of those activities on your spinal health. Some of those topics have included sitting on a wallet in your back pocket, carrying a heavy purse over one shoulder, wearing high heels, the supportiveness of a backpack and your posture …
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Don't overdo it
Sometimes we are presented with situations that cause us to push our body to its maximum potential. These situations can come in many forms and be as simple as shoveling off the driveway after a heavy fall of snow or skiing down the slopes on a brisk afternoon. While shoveling …
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How's your resolution going?
As March moves in, the steadfast determination of many people to continue carrying out their New Year's resolutions is no doubt starting to fade. If you are still holding strong to the things you have changed in your life, bravo! If not, well, there's always next year, right?
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Ready for spring?
I don't know about you, but when I see the sun out these days I begin to think that spring will actually arrive sooner rather than later. I see that I'm not the only one that gets the itch to get outside and take in as much sun as possible. …
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Pregnancy: Why does your back hurt?
Estimates show that almost 50 percent of all women experience back pain during pregnancy and 50-75 percent experience back pain during labor.
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Growing pains
So, what are growing pains? Growing pains can be described as a dull pain or ache that comes and goes. It is often localized in the muscles of the legs and thighs of children. Growing pains may begin in infancy with the greatest discomfort between the ages of 3-5 years …
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What about kids?
Kids are active, running from sun up to sun down. Each day they have bumps, bruises, falls, tumbles, sports injuries and even concussions. Can you recall how many times your child has "fallen hard," intentionally or unintentionally? You may not, but we know it happens time and time again, over …
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Boost your immunity
Did you know that chronic sickness results in the most school absenteeism. Stress, depression, sickness and musculoskeletal disorders account for the majority of missed work days. The average worker misses seven days due to the flu and the average student misses 4.5 days from school for the same reasons. With …
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Are you struggling to take a breath?
We all know that breathing is a vital function, however many of us take that for granted.
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What is your health score?
We are continuing from last week's article and want to help you evaluate your overall health score. Another way we do this is by checking blood pressure and the spine for any nervous system blockages. Is your blood pressure at a healthy level or do you need to take some …
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Zinc and pH: What is your health score?
Zinc and the body's pH level can be measured very easily and they give us a wealth of information on the status of the body's overall health. Zinc is a trace mineral that is essential to growth especially during childhood, adolescence and pregnancy. Decreased levels can also occur during stress, …
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Eat more, weigh less
The same things that are making people sick are also making them overweight. In fact, being overweight or having difficulty losing weight is actually a symptom of an underlying health problem. For most people suffering with weight issues there are two key causes: Toxicity and inflammation.
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Make 2012 the healthiest year yet!
It is a new year and it is time for New Year's resolutions. What will it be this year? Better health or are you going to keep doing the same things you have been doing with no results? Stop the cycle by building new habits that will lead to a …
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New year, new you
Another year has flown by and as we approach a new year in 2012, we find ourselves setting goals and making resolutions. More often than not there is the decision to be more fit and healthy; whether it is fitting into those old jeans, running a race, or just spending …
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One's destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things!
The holidays are here and for many of us it means traveling to see family and friends. Traveling can be fun but it can also be really rough on the body. Whether you are traveling alone or on your way to an amazing family vacation, long hours in a car …
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It's snow joke!
Snow may not be here yet, but it is fast approaching. We've all been there... knee deep in the cold white stuff, trying to reach the end of the driveway or walkway as our back screams in protest. You've armed yourself against the cold with multiple layers, have the ergonomic …
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Let it snow
Winter activities are as numerous as those of warmer weather conditions, and just as rigorous. Snowboarding, skiing, snowshoeing, sledding; the list goes on. Even snow shoveling, as we learned, can impact your spinal health and trickle down to affecting your overall health. The same principles apply for all the above …
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Happy, healthy holidays
There are three different types of stresses that can cause subluxations in our bodies: physically, emotionally and chemically. In other words "THE THREE T'S," trauma, thoughts and toxins. It is no wonder that as we approach the holiday season we find ourselves coping with much more and struggling to maintain …
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Giving thanks for health
Every day I wake up feeling blessed to have the opportunity to serve our community doing what I love, and am overjoyed to discover the infinite power within our own bodies.
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Scoliosis revisited
We had some great feedback on our scoliosis article from September and I'd like to revisit that topic. A question that arose had to do with scoliosis in the older demographic; those who are already past diagnosis stage and living with some range of scoliosis.
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Hunter safety in North Idaho
For many here in North Idaho, the fall season is synonymous with hunting and the season is in full swing. The elk have bugled, the deer are out and about, a lucky few draw tags for moose, and there are many more wild game no matter your preference. Now, you …
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Playing the field: Keeping sports safe
Today, more and more athletes are starting to specialize in sports at an earlier age. As early as middle school but most prevalent in high school, the incentives of scholarships, awards and peer pressure are all factors in young athletes forgoing the usual sport medley and focusing hours of time …
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Patient satisfaction: Proactive vs. reactive health care
We all want health for ourselves, our family, friends and loved ones and most of us try to go about getting it the best we know how - doing research, trying to eat right, sleep enough and get the right amount of exercise.
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Paradigm shift: Seen with chiropractic light
Last week we covered basic terminology and such, but chiropractic is much more than just jargon and doctor talk. It is a lifestyle. It is a working, dynamic relationship between your chiropractor, your body and yourself.
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Check Engine Light: What your body may be saying
If you've been following the last few weeks, you should now have a pretty good grasp of chiropractic terminology, what it entails and how we perceive a healthy, functioning body. Now we come to another aspect of the dynamic chiropractor-body-patient relationship - communication. Conveying how you are feeling to your …
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October = Chiropractic Awareness Month
Yes, not just a day or week but a whole month dedicated to learning more about chiropractic! Hopefully at the end of this month you will know just a bit more about what chiropractic is, why it is so important, and how it can help you and your family.
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A body in motion, stays in motion
Sports and playground activities are an integral part of balancing out a school day. Our bodies are meant to move, jump and run; not be sedentary for a large portion of the day. Our core, after all, is a highly mobile spinal structure! The phrase "move it or lose it" …
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Food for thought
The phrase "you are what you eat" is truer than you might think. Consider all the processed foods you consume; no matter how tasty and craving satisfying they are, they often lack essential nutrients your body needs. Why would everything in a box or bag have to be vitamin fortified …
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Healthy learning: Pack that backpack right
As you send your child or teen back to school you're double checking that you have gotten everything checked off the list. But did you check the safety of their backpack? According to doctors, between the ages 11-16 is the period of most rapid growth and is also the period …
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When life throws you a curve - scoliosis
From about the fourth grade on up to 10th grade, most of us can remember having undergone a scoliosis screening at school. It usually consisted of taking time out at the beginning of gym period and having to do a touch-the-toes movement, called the Adam's Forward Bend Test, while a …
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Back to school, back to basics
It's approaching fast. The new outfits have been found, fresh school supplies bought and although not quite ready, everyone is prepared to go back to school. But is your or your child's spine ready?
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Rodeo trauma: Subluxation in 60 seconds or less
We've all been to the fair to cheer for the competitors that jump from horses to wrestle a steer to the ground or try to stay on a bronc or bull for a jaw-busting eight-second ride. But after the dust has been brushed off and cinches picked up, the next …
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It's fair and rodeo time!
It's almost fair and rodeo time again here at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds and best of luck to all the competitors! As with any athletic endeavor, many hours are put into training to get riders and their equine partners into top working condition. Although I cannot say I know all …
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Farm allergies: Have your spine checked
We've all seen the hay being cut in the fields and the hazy days that signal copious amounts of pollen in the air. To most of us, this signals that summer is in full swing.
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The garden doesn't need to causeaches, pains
As we really get going into the heat of summer, many of us backyard gardeners are finally reaping some benefits for our efforts, and are feeling the effects of those efforts as well! Just as we spend countless hours toiling away, taking care to remove the weeds and pests so …
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A pain in the neck?
No, I'm not talking about those telemarketers that always seem to call when you sit down to dinner with your family or the smoke alarm that always goes off when you burn your toast.
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Pull your weeds, not your back
The gardens are planted, so much of the strenuous work is done. After spending a few hours working in our garden this weekend, I know that gardening can be a strain on the body even after the seeds are in the ground.
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The Dow Jones of healing
Healing is like the stock market. It never progresses in a straight line. You've got to expect some ups and downs along the way.
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Help your body heal itself
The body is made to heal itself. It's our job to help it do just that. Are we really taking care of our bodies if we mask symptoms but don't really find out the cause of those symptoms?
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Headaches: Notall in your head
If you have a headache, you're not alone. Nine out of 10 Americans suffer from headaches. Some are occasional, some frequent, some are dull and throbbing, and some cause debilitating pain and nausea. We all know based on our own miserable experiences or those that someone close to us has …
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Chiropractic basics
Chiropractic is based on the premise that the body possesses an internal system that strives for balance. This internal system is referred to as your "innate intelligence." Our bodies strive to take care of themselves and chiropractic care simply helps the body to do just that... keep itself healthy. Let …
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More Q & A about chiropractic
As I promised you last week, I'll continue with more frequently asked question concerning chiropractic care.
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Common questions for chiropractors
Today I'd like to share with you some of the most frequently asked questions I have been asked about chiropractic care. The brief answers that I will share with you will hopefully clear up some of the misconceptions you may have concerning chiropractic care.
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Safe and healthy travels!
Traveling can be so much fun and I can't wait to fit lots of it into my summer. It can also be really rough on the body. Whether you are traveling alone, on a business trip or you're on your way to an amazing family vacation, long hours in a …
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Chiropractic: A family affair
As a concerned parent, you no doubt want your child to be as healthy as possible.
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Allergy season strikes again
Thanks to allergies, I see lots of red noses, itchy eyes, coughing and just plain people in misery this time of year. We all love spring and shout for joy as we put away our shovels, but with this joy come the allergies and the misery they bring with them.
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Golf and chiropractic? A perfect combination!
Yes, your chiropractor can help you with your golf game! Hoorah for spring! It's time to trade in the shovels for the golf clubs. Many golfers will be contorting and twisting their spines while driving golf balls this time of year. Couple that motion with bending and putting along with …
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Enjoy true health...
"I feel better. The pain is gone. Why do I need to continue with chiropractic care?"
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Aspartame: It's everywhere!
Did you know that artificial sweeteners are in many children's vitamins and pain relievers? I know that most of you are aware that aspartame and sucralose are in many foods and diet soft drinks, but I would guess that many are shocked to realize that the very things that are …
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Stop the insanity! Throw out the aspartame!
I'm saddened every single day to see and hear about so many people I care about slowing killing themselves with aspartame and sucralose. I really don't think any of us would eat or drink products containing these extremely dangerous products if the products were labeled with a warning saying, "Ingredients …
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Don't 'crack' your back!
"Why not "crack" my own back? It feels great! I know it fixes what's wrong because I feel better afterward!" These are words heard oh so often when the many "back crackers" try to defend their actions. I know you may get temporary relief, but you need to know that …
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High blood pressure?
I have witnessed chiropractic care greatly improve the lives of many patients. We see patients daily whose health has changed dramatically for the better after undergoing chiropractic care and I'm NOT talking about simply getting rid of their back pain! Today I'd like to share with you a scientific placebo-controlled …
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Walking vs. sitting
When your back is hurting, the last thing you probably feel like doing is exercising. It may seem like the logical thing to do is sit in a chair or stay in bed to wait out the pain, but I suggest you rethink your road to recovery. As I mentioned …
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Ready for spring?
I don't know about you, but when I see the sun out these days I begin to think that spring will actually arrive sooner rather than later. I see that I'm not the only one that gets the itch to get outside and take in as much sun as possible. …
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Stop the insanity
There is a funny quote that I like to reference from time to time by Albert Einstein. He is quoted as saying the definition of insanity is "doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results."
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The amazing body
I think, this week, we should take a quick tour of human bodily functions. If you haven't yet realized it, your body is quite an amazing piece of machinery. Not only is it amazing in its ability to heal itself, fight off sickness, and adjust itself to any environment you …
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Slipped and almost fell
This time of the year I tend to hear many stories of people slipping and falling on an icy sidewalk or taking a bad spill while skiing. Rightly so, most people understand the damage that can be done to their spine when a hard impact or fall takes place. We …
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First step to health
I was sitting down with my husband this weekend and we started talking about all the things we were ready to tackle now that we made it through the holidays. We realized that we had put many things on the back burner for the past several weeks or even the …
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Get back to health in 2011
Well, it's that time of year again. It's time to have a "mental check in," as I like to call it. Most of us are reassessing the past year and deciding what we need to do to improve our lives with the year to come.
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Make 2011 the healthiest year of your life
Let's start by asking a question that has an obvious answer. Would you like to save money on medical expenses this year and have the healthiest year ever? Your answer, unless you've managed to spend zero dollars, is most likely a resounding, "Yes!"
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Don't let your blood pressure rise during the holidays
You hear a lot about the health of your heart and for very good reason. I doubt there is a single person who doesn't realize how astronomically important our heart is to our ability to function.
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Anybody stressed? Chiropractic can help
I love the holidays and all the fun and special times that come along with it, but unfortunately the nasty six letter word - stress - comes along with the bright lights and mistletoe. Stress not only affects our emotional well-being and our moods but our bodies as well. Research …
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It's time to shovel...be careful
It seems like we just finished raking the leaves, in fact, just a few weeks ago I wrote about the importance of taking care of your spine while raking leaves. Whether we were ready for it or not, winter seems to have arrived a bit earlier than many would have …
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Raking... leave your back out of it
It was obvious this weekend that we weren't the only ones that were scrambling to get the leaves raked before the snow flies. And, yes, I have been hearing complaints from fellow "rakers" that the leave raking has been causing havoc on their backs this fall. Raking can be really …
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15 tips for better spine health
1. Exercise regularly. Regular exercise and strengthening activities will promote a healthier, stronger and more stable spine. Exercise does not have to be overly strenuous to achieve significant benefits. A regular activity such as a daily walk can make a huge difference.
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The power that made the body will heal the body
From the time that we are born until the time we die, the body is in constant motion, even when at rest.
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New technology...more ways to help us to help you
So you don't have pain? You don't have any symptoms that are screaming at you that something may be wrong inside your body? Is it still necessary for you to do whatever you can to take good care of your body so you can live a healthy, vibrant life? The …
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Have you had your nerve system checked lately?
If your nerve system doesn't work right, YOU don't work right! Through our nerve system we are able to express many things in life. We can enjoy a beautiful sunset, the sound of a baby's giggle, run to catch the bus, savor the aroma of freshly baked bread, and yes, …
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Your immune system... we can help
A hot topic in magazines, newspapers and in my office these days is how to boost your immune system and strengthen your body in hopes of fighting off infections and disease. It seems many have an opinion as to how to do this. My patients talk about their improved immune …
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See your chiropractor to help fight off the flu!
You may be wondering how having your spine adjusted can help fight off the flu and colds? Did you think chiropractic just helped your back pain? You're probably not alone in your thoughts about this subject, but I'm pleased to pass along information that may just make your winter more …
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Discover us again...
Since we just finished unpacking all the boxes and putting the finishing touches on our brand new office, I thought this would be a perfect opportunity to let you all know a little more about Spoelstra Family Chiropractic and our vision. This past weekend we moved from our first location …
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Whiplash... Getting well naturally
You're driving to work and stop for a red light. You're minding your own business and - bam! - your car rocks forward and backward, slammed in the rear by another car driven by some guy yakking on his cell phone. Or you're walking down the hall in an office …
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Slipped disc?
The terms slipped, herniated and bulging disc are often heard in conversations whenever our backs are the topic....even outside of the chiropractor's office. Let me help you to understand a bit more about this problem and some possible solutions for those that have been diagnosed with slipped, herniated or bulging …
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Chiropractic myths and facts
On a recent shopping trip I was reminded that even very intelligent, well-educated people don't fully understand much about my chosen profession...chiropractic. Times have definitely changed for the better and more and more people are enjoying the benefits of chiropractic and are living testimonials to the healthy lifestyle that chiropractic …
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A pain in the neck?
No, I'm not talking about those telemarketers that always seem to call when you sit down to dinner with your family or the smoke alarm that always goes off when you burn your toast. I'm talking about real neck pain...the kind that makes you reach for the ice bag or …
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Why choose wellness care?
What do I mean by wellness care?
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Massage therapy and chiropractic: Together a healthy choice
Why is massage therapy beneficial in conjunction with chiropractic care?
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Leg length can affect your health
When you think about your health, seldom does the length of your legs come to mind. However, there are those of us roaming around town with one leg anatomically longer than the other. Believe it or not, it is not uncommon to have legs of different lengths.
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What pain isn't telling you
I think it is safe to say that we all know the feeling of pain. It can come in many forms, in many places, and last for days, weeks, or even years. There is one thing that is always evident when we start feeling pain. Something is wrong.
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Spending money to save money
I would imagine that most of us look for ways to cut our health care costs.
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Ironman fever
It's the time of the year again... Ironman is here! We have all noticed the influx of men and women from all over the world dawning their bikes, wetsuits and running shoes to compete in the 2009 Ironman Triathlon. Many of these courageous athletes have spent years training for events …
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Microtrauma and your health
When we think about our body and some of the aches and pains we experience from day to day, it is often times easy to figure out the origin of our symptoms. If you were in a car crash and you walked away with a bit of neck pain, you …
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Spring is in the air...literally!
Spring is in the air! For the allergy sufferer, so is the possibility for miserable sinus congestion, sneezing, swelling, itchy eyes, and coughing. For those that suffer from seasonal allergies, relief might be as simple as a five minute adjustment at your local chiropractor's office.
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Kids and chiropractic
In my profession, I hear it all the time. "Why do my kids need chiropractic care?" The answer is quite simple, so let's take a look at it in depth.
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Depression and chiropractic
As we emerge from the doldrums of winter, many of us are rushing outside to play ball with the kids, take a ride on a bike, or just stroll through the neighborhood to enjoy the sunshine. However, there are some people who you may find that are not enjoying life …
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Healthcare for our children
While healthcare costs are skyrocketing, there are some simple steps that we can all take to make sure our future generations help ease healthcare costs instead of raising them. After all, healthcare works like any other economic system. Supply and demand is the basis for a burgeoning or failing business. …
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Health care cost and chiropractic
Let's face it; there are very few people who are going to call our health care system cost effective. Health care can be very expensive, often times leaving people trying to "wait out" their problems in exchange for heading to their local doctor's office.
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Blood pressure and chiropractic
You hear a lot about the health of your heart and for very good reason. I doubt there is a single person who doesn't realize how astronomically important our heart is to our ability to function. Stop the heart, stop the body.
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The suicide disease
Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) has picked up an extreme nickname over the years. This nerve disorder is often called "the suicide disease" due to the tremendous, unrelenting pain it can cause in the eyes, lips, nose, scalp, forehead, and jaw. This pain is so great and persistent that the sufferers sometimes …
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Sciatica and chiropractic
Sciatica….if you don’t know the meaning of the word, then you have probably never experienced the symptoms.
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Sports performance and chiropractic
These days, more and more professional athletes and organizations alike are looking towards chiropractic care to help improve their athletic performance. You can find chiropractic in almost every sporting arena on the planet. Is it coincidence? I think not. There are now dozens of well documented studies on the effect …
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