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A chiropractic technique for pregnancy

The Webster Technique is a specific chiropractic technique used in pregnancy to help optimize the mother's pelvic function. Chances are, if you have been visiting natural birthing websites, you have heard of it.
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Headaches and holistic care

Headaches are incredibly common and affect nearly 45 million Americans each year. That's about one in every six people. Unfortunately, most people turn to medication for temporary pain relief. Studies have shown that pain medication can cause adverse effects and kidney or liver. Worse yet, they don't even correct the …
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Acupuncture for hot flashes

The ancient Chinese practice of acupuncture has been used to treat physical, mental, and emotional conditions - from headaches to asthma - for thousands of years. New research has been released indicating it may help with menopause-induced hot flashes.
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Can a bladder problem be a back problem?

The benefits of chiropractic are well known when it comes to the management of low back pain. However, looking beyond the localized low back benefits of spinal adjustments, the positive effects on bladder function are less well known. The nerves to the bladder are located in the lower back. The …
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Chiropractic and arthritis

Arthritis is basically defined as swelling in the joint. At this point, over one hundred different types of arthritis have been identified. Primary arthritis is defined as arthritis without an identified cause, while other forms of arthritis are secondary to a disease or other condition.
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Preventative chiropractic care

Most people only think about visiting their chiropractor after an accident, or injury, or when they are in pain. But the fact remains that preventative chiropractic care is just as important as acute care, especially if you are looking for long-term results. Through preventative chiropractic treatments, you can improve your …
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Neck pain, headaches, and low back stability

Neck pain and stiffness are very common complaints, and these problems can come and go chronically for years or even decades. Numerous studies point to exercises and chiropractic care as two of the best approaches for gaining control over this common, potentially long-lasting, and sometimes disabling condition. However, focusing only …
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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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Ice vs. heat for injuries

One of the most common questions I get in the office is "Should I use ice or heat?" Typically, people are confused about which is better. This decision can be significantly helpful or hurtful, depending on the case.
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Yoga pose for scoliosis patients

Scoliosis is defined as the lateral (sideways) curvature of the spine. It affects 5 to 7 million people in the United States. It can begin at any age, but it is most commonly found in adolescents.
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Chiropractic and X-rays

Why do chiropractors take X-rays? For the same reason dentists and orthopedists take X-rays, to get more information. X-rays are very helpful diagnostic tools.
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Preventing colds and flu naturally

Colds are the number one reason for missed days of school and work. Adults average two to four colds each year, while children average about five. As temperatures drop, we begin to congregate indoors, and we are more likely to spread viruses. Although viruses trigger your cold or flu symptoms, …
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Scoliosis in children

Scoliosis is defined as a lateral (sideways) curvature of the spine. Although scoliosis can begin at any age, it is most commonly identified in adolescents between 10 and 15 years of age. Girls are more commonly affected than boys. Because scoliosis can be inherited, a trained professional should definitely evaluate …
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Sports injuries in kids

According to Dynamic Chiropractic, it is estimated that 3.5 million children under the age of 14 receive medical treatment for sports injuries each year, and almost one-third of all injuries incurred during childhood are related to sports activities. The most common injuries are strains and sprains. A chiropractor can be …
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Chiropractic for children

Why would a child have a spine and nerve system problem? The list is endless. Traumatic births, learning to walk, slips, falls, sports injuries, and more can be the cause of such problems. Yet, because children have such an amazing capacity to adapt, these problems are often explained as growing …
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