Snow shoveling tips to prevent back injuries
Snow shoveling is one of the more common causes of back injuries during the winter months. However, this type of injury is preventable if you know the best ways to remove snow without straining the back.
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Plantar fasciitis most common cause of heel pain
Chronically painful feet are hard to ignore and sometimes even harder to return to a pain-free state. Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain, and occurs in all types of individuals. Although both men and women can be affected with plantar fasciitis, the condition typically strikes active …
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Massage cupping: An ancient technique with powerful results
The modern world of healing has embraced another wonderful ancient technique that has powerful results. Massage cupping bodywork is being used for many purposes, including helping with pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well-being, and as a type of deep-tissue massage.
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Can chiropractic help the post-surgical patient?
Failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS) is not a true syndrome but a generalized term that is often used to describe the condition of patients who have not had a successful result with back or spine surgery and experience continued pain after surgery.
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Chronic pain and depression
Pain serves an important function in our lives. When you suffer an acute injury, pain warns you to stop the activity that is causing harm and tells you to take care of it.
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Osteoporosis is not just a calcium problem
Osteoporosis is not a calcium deficiency disease, but rather a disease of excessive calcium loss. In other words, you can take all the calcium supplements you want, but if you are deficient in the other minerals and nutrients required for healthy bones, your bone density will not improve.
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Osteoporosis prevention key to building healthy bones
Osteoporosis is a skeletal disorder characterized by weakened, porous and thin bone structure and increased risk for fracture. It is estimated that 10 million Americans have osteoporosis, and 34 million Americans have low bone mass. One in two women and one in four men over age 50 will have an …
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The realities of leg cramps
Most of us have experienced it at some point; that crazy charley horse that wakes you out of a dead sleep with excruciating pain in your leg or foot. According to the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, about one in every three adults is affected by muscle cramps in their …
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Daily habits impact our spine and overall health
Poor posture has become a nationwide epidemic. Our daily habits can have a huge impact on our spine. With our increased time sitting, as well as frequent use of computers, phones and handheld devices, millions of people are experiencing neck pain, headaches and back pain beginning at a very young …
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Chiropractic for weekend warriors
Everyone knows that they need to exercise. The problem in our modern society is that we do not always take the proper time to fit exercise into our daily routine. Being inconsistent with our physical activity can lead to “weekend warrior” injuries. We lift too much weight in the gym, …
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Joint health
Approximately 30 million doctor visits a year are due to knee and shoulder injuries. Add another 150 million cases a year for back pain. Many of these visits are related to joint injuries.
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Five reasons to take your child to the chiropractor
Why should a child get adjusted? The simple answer is that children have spines and a nervous system just like adults, and we want to make sure they are functioning properly, especially during the developmental years.
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'R.I.C.E.'-ing injuries
The most common injuries are soft-tissue injuries- sprains, strains, and bruises. Accidents happen, and knowing how to handle an injury immediately can prevent further damage and speed recovery. For most soft-tissue injuries, the treatment for the first 2-3 days is R.I.C.E.: Rest, Ice, Compress, and Elevate.
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Candida overgrowth and your health
Candida albicans is a yeast that normally exists on your skin, in your digestive tract and, for women, in your vagina. In your intestines, the good bacteria should keep the yeast under control and in a healthy balance. This complex system is largely responsible for protecting your body from outside …
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Spinal disc problems
Approximately 20 percent of the population has back pain. For many decades, doctors believed that most back pain was caused by “slipped” or “torn” discs. We now know this is not true. Disc problems constitute only a small portion of the causes of back pain and rarely require surgery for …
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Signs of chronic inflammation
Normally, inflammation is part of a healthy immune response, an army of cells and chemicals that heal injury and fight infection. When you think of acute inflammation, you think of redness, pain, and swelling. Acute inflammation is easy to spot, and it is essential for healing.
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How immobilization affects your body
The negative effects of immobilization (lack of proper motion) begin as soon as four hours after an injury! These negative effects are not just a problem for the muscles and joints, but they also affect your heart, lungs and nervous system. These changes can become nearly irreversible if they continue …
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Is your immune system ready for allergy season?
If you're a seasonal allergy sufferer, you know that few things can drain the joy out of warmer weather like the misery of red, itchy eyes, continuous sneezing and postnasal drip. At least one out of every five Americans suffers from allergies. Pollen from trees, weeds and grasses are the …
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Acupuncture during pregnancy
Pregnancy is a period of growth that brings many physical and emotional changes. Some of these changes can cause uncomfortable symptoms. Since pharmaceutical medications are generally not safe during pregnancy, acupuncture is a safe and effective alternative to bring relief to the mom-to-be.
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Sacroiliac joint pain
The sacroiliac joint is where the upper body meets the lower body by connecting the sacrum with the iliac crest of the pelvis. It transmits all the forces of the upper body to the pelvis and legs, and is the center of motion and shock absorption. Historically, the sacroiliac joint …
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Clean up your skin care
The largest organ in the human body is the skin. It actually accounts for 16 percent of total body weight! The skin is a complex system made up of nerves, glands and cell layers and plays an important role in overall health. Because the skin is incredibly absorbent, we need …
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Acupuncture in the ER
Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis is reporting success using acupuncture in its emergency room to treat conditions ranging from car accident injuries to migraines to kidney stones, and hoping to prove that the traditional Chinese treatment can reduce reliance on addictive opioid drugs to manage pain.
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Preventing Alzheimer's disease
Experts agree that in the vast majority of cases, Alzheimer's disease, like other common chronic conditions, probably develops as a result of complex interactions among multiple factors, including age, genetics, environment, lifestyle, and coexisting medical conditions. Although some risk factors cannot be changed, other risk factors can be managed to …
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Chiropractic: A low-cost solution to high-cost healthcare
Numerous studies have shown that services delivered by doctors of chiropractic (DC) are cost effective and safe. Examine the research, and decide for yourself if these services offer tremendous potential in meeting today’s healthcare challenges. The following is a list of excerpts from several studies:
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Natural solutions for tendonitis
Tendonitis is inflammation of a tendon, the fibrous structure that connects muscle to bone. Usually, tendonitis stems from excessive or abnormal activity that leads to chronic irritation, and it most commonly occurs in the shoulder, wrist, thumb, ankle, and elbow. The principal symptoms are pain and tenderness that are aggravated …
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High cholesterol and heart disease
Cholesterol has gotten a bad rap over the last several decades; however it is one of the most important molecules in your body. It is found in every cell in your body, not just the bloodstream. It helps produce hormones like estrogen, testosterone and progesterone. It helps produce bile acids …
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How immobilization affects your body
The negative effects of immobilization (lack of proper motion) begin as soon as four hours after an injury! These negative effects are not just a problem for the muscles and joints, but they also affect your heart, lungs and nervous system. These changes can become irreversible if they continue beyond …
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Ancient herbs used to boost immunity
White blood cells (WBCs or leukocytes), are the defensive frontline of the immune system. WBCs are created in bone marrow, the spongy tissue at the center of large bones. There are five distinct types of WBC’s that have been identified. Neutrophils are considered the first responders of the immune system …
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Temporomandibular joint disorders and chiropractic
Temporomandibular disorder (also called TMD) affects the joint where your skull meets your lower jaw. Common symptoms include jaw clicking, pain, stiffness or a locked jaw. These symptoms can be the result of the joint being misaligned, degeneration of the joint, and/or muscle adhesions in the jaw muscles. TMD can …
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Seven healthy habits for digestive health
Your digestive health is directly impacted by the foods you eat and the lifestyle you live. By taking steps to improve your habits, your digestive system will function more efficiently, improving your overall health.
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Spinal disc problems
For many decades, most back pain was believed to be caused by "slipped" or "torn" discs. We now know this is not the case. Disc problems constitute only a small portion of the causes of back pain and rarely require surgery.
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Chiropractic and posture
We all recognize poor posture when we see it, but most of us do not have a real grasp of the important role posture plays in our health.
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So, you don't 'believe' in chiropractic?
Did you know chiropractors have been treating back pain as well as, if not superior to, other health professionals for years? In fact, all of the guidelines published around the world have recommended manipulative care as an initial step for the treatment of low back pain and neck pain.
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Carpal tunnel syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) belongs to a group of disorders referred to as cumulative trauma disorders (CTDs). With CTS, the cumulative wear and tear of a repetitive motion can cause injury to the upper extremity. This can result in changes in movement intended to avoid further injury that then overstress …
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Even healthy kids get sick
Most people think of health as the state of "not being sick." The truth is, even healthy children get sick. Healthy kids can still get colds, earaches, rashes, sore throats, flus, and coughs. Most of these illnesses are self-limiting, meaning they will heal on their own if untreated, and are …
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Ear infections and chiropractic
Ear problems can be extremely painful, especially in children. Millions of children visit doctors for ear infections (otitis media) each year. It accounts for more than 35 percent of all pediatric visits. Ear infections also happen to be the most common reason why kids are prescribed antibiotics. Yet, new studies …
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Spinal disc problems
Approximately 20 percent of the population has back pain. For many decades, doctors believed that most back pain was caused by "slipped" or "torn" discs. We now know this is not true. Disc problems constitute only a small portion of the causes of back pain and rarely require surgery for …
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Is your antacid causing more digestion problems?
Are you among the millions of adults who suffer from uncomfortable stomach and digestive problems such as gas, bloating, heartburn and indigestion? It is likely that you are taking an antacid to deal with these symptoms. Antacid use is so prevalent that in 2009, Nexium was the second-best selling prescription …
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Chronic pain and depression
Pain serves an important function in our lives. When you suffer an acute injury, pain warns you to stop the activity that is causing the injury and tells you to take care of it.
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Modern research and acupuncture
Acupuncture has been employed as a health care modality for over 2,500 years. Modern science has begun to understand and accept this ancient form of medicine with the support of new studies that are being conducted by leading scientists, hospitals, and medical research facilities all over the world. Today, acupuncture …
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Headaches and chiropractic
If you have a headache, you're not alone. Some estimates suggest 25 percent of the U.S. population has a headache right now. Some are occasional, some frequent, some are dull and throbbing, and some cause debilitating pain and nausea.
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Why diets don't work
Dieting is big business. Over the air and through massive magazine ad campaigns come promises of quick, safe and guaranteed weight loss - for a fee. Although most diet programs don't keep accurate information on their results, informal surveys have revealed that very few dieters will have maintained their weight …
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Natural Partners: Acupuncture and chiropractic
Both chiropractic care and acupuncture share the view that chronic pain and many injuries can be successfully treated without having to resort to drugs or surgery, treating the patient holistically. Each healing modality has its own benefits, but the two work together in a complementary and synergistic manner.
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Chiropractic and the immune system
The term for the interplay between the nervous system and immune system is neural immunoregulation. Improper functioning of the nerve system due to spinal misalignments are stressful to the body and cause abnormal changes that lead to a poorly coordinated immune responses. Chiropractic adjustments have been shown to boost the …
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Joint health
Approximately 30 million doctor visits a year are due to knee and shoulder injuries alone. Add another 150 million cases a year for back pain. Many of these visits are related to joint injuries.
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Immune boosting flu shot alternatives
The kids are getting ready to head back to school, and many parent's thoughts are turning to the nagging colds and debilitating flu episodes that seem to come along with that. What is a parent to do?
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Low-level laser therapy for pain
Have you been looking for a safe, drug-free solution to your pain? Low Level Laser therapy (also referred to as Cold Laser Therapy) uses low intensity photonic energy to reduce pain, reduce edema and promote healing through cellular regeneration. Dr. Oz called it a "no pill pain buster."
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Where does fibromyalgia pain come from?
Fibromyalgia (FM) creates many symptoms like chronic fatigue, muscle aches and pains, depression, sleep disturbance, and more. The severity of FM varies from mild to severe, leaving some totally disabled. Blood tests and imaging studies are negative, so where does the pain come from?
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Raising super healthy families
Raising a healthy family is the goal of every parent. However, these days it is common to turn to medications for every pain and illness that comes along. Unfortunately, this sends a poor message to children, teaching them that when something is wrong there is a pill to fix it. …
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Chiropractic and posture
We all recognize poor posture when we see it, but most of us do not have a real grasp of the important role posture plays in our health.
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Acupuncture for seasonal allergies
If you are one of the approximately one-fifth of Americans suffering from seasonal allergies, you may be spending more time indoors than out. While over-the-counter medications often come with unwanted side-effects, acupuncture does not. This makes it a welcome alternative for people looking for a new way to combat allergies …
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Exercise and chronic back pain
New research concludes that people with low back pain will achieve greater benefits by exercising more, not less.
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Acid alkaline balance
Over acidity can become a dangerous condition that weakens all body systems and is very common today. It gives rise to an internal environment conducive to disease, as opposed to a pH balanced environment which allows optimal body function.
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