School may be out for summer, but despite the break, our bodies keep working. Many of us get to enjoy a reprieve from the usual school routine and all the activities that go with it. But not everyone gets the break - and our bodies never do! Some parts of our bodies keeping working, never taking breaks or resting.
Read MoreAccording to the American Pregnancy Association, “Fertility issues may be associated with improper nervous system function, poor nutrition, high stress, and poor lifestyle habits.” Chiropractors are nervous system specialists, and reducing interference in the nervous system is their primary goal. The healthier you are from a holistic perspective, the easier it is for your body to support a baby.
Read MoreChildbirth is an exciting time. You finally get to meet the baby who’s been sharing your body for the last nine months! However, it’s also difficult on your body, especially if you’ve had a cesarean delivery. Just in time for Cesarean Awareness Month, we’ve compiled a list of recommendations that will allow you heal and enjoy bonding with your newborn.
Read MoreAs a parent, it can be overwhelming to meet all of your little one’s needs. If they appear to cry for no reason, suffer from gas and/or vomiting after eating, and have difficulty sleeping, they may suffer from infant reflux, and chiropractic care could be the answer.
Read MoreFor optimal health, your nervous system must be operating at its best. Chiropractic care can give your nervous system the boost that it needs for improved performance.
Read MoreNew research shows chiropractic can ease suffering from migraines, offering another tool to combat the pain. The study, published in the Journal of Upper Cervical Chiropractic Research, shows that chiropractic may play an important role in helping patients with chronic migraines.
Read MoreTh bird dog is an exercise for nearly any age. Whether you suffer from lower back pain or simply want to improve your balance, flexibility, posture, and core strength, this is the exercise for you. Doing it regularly may also help you prevent strains and injury. Watch this video by Dr. Joe to learn how to strengthen your core with the bird dog exercise or guide your child through the motions.
Read MoreMénière's disease is a disorder of the inner ear that can include vertigo, hearing loss, nausea, tinnitus and ear pressure. There’s no known cure for the disease, and some of the treatments for its symptoms include long-term use of medication or invasive procedures including injections and even surgery. Fortunately, recent research shows chiropractic may relieve symptoms of Ménière’s disease.
Read MorePeople often think of chiropractic care as treatment for pain, but helping your nervous system work optimally can resolve all kinds of issues, including childhood bedwetting.
Often, the cause of bedwetting is simply the impairment of the phrenic nerve. If childhood bedwetting is an issue for your child, a few visits to the chiropractor may be just the trick.
Read MoreRecently, the Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research published results from a case study about premature ventricular contractions and chiropractic care.
In the study, two female patients suffered from premature ventricular contractions and other symptoms. A chiropractor assessed both patients using several different methods and found that each had multiple vertebral subluxations.
Read MoreRecent research reported in the Journal of Upper Cervical Chiropractic Research reveals that chiropractic care can bring relief from concussion trauma, including dizziness, headaches, vertigo, and concentration problems.
Read MoreHave you ever found yourself driving straight to work on the weekend, when you really meant to go to the store? Your mind learns to do certain things, like drive the same path from home to work, on autopilot to conserve energy. That’s great, unless you’re trying to break a habit that’s not serving you well! It is possible, however, to train your brain to ditch bad habits and form new, better ones.
Read MoreKids spend their days at school learning. Then they come home and spend their evenings doing homework - even kindergartners! It seems like the extra work should be boosting grades or teaching non-academic skills like time management and perseverance. But is all that homework helping our hurting our kids?
Read MoreRecent research shows that people who suffer from chronic pain and migraines may find relief through chiropractic care. In the study, researchers followed a 52-year-old patient who had suffered from migraines and pain in her left arm and leg for over 20 years. Her pain was affecting her quality of life and sometimes sent her to the hospital for relief.
Read MoreExciting new research published in the Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research shows that you may find relief from anxiety and depression through chiropractic care.
Read MoreRecent research presented in the Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health - Chiropractic, reveals that chiropractic care may play an important role in managing neurological disorders such as seizures.
Read MoreThe vagus nerve is the tenth cranial nerve, and has the most extensive distribution out of all of the cranial nerves. Named for its tendency to wander, the vagus nerve acts like a central switchboard, sending out nerve impulses to and from the brain and most of the organs in our body. Its main role is to calm us down by activating the parasympathetic nervous system.
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