Do you know when to apply heat or ice to an injury? You're running errands and unfortunately sprained your ankle. Do you apply heat or ice? Now, most people will say to apply an ice pack to the injury. But, do all injuries need ice? Even though ice is the better...
How does a cervical traction pillow work? The traction pillow will mold your spine into the supporting curve shape, reducing stretch and tension on your spinal cord. You'll want to lie with the traction pillow under your neck and wedged tightly against your shoulders...
Are you experiencing a stuffy nose or sinus issues? This time of year, people have a lot of sinus issues and there are several things that your chiropractor can do to help. Can you massage out sinus pressure? Your chiropractor can do a sinus massage to help release...
This time of year, people have a lot of sinus issues and there are several things that your chiropractor can do to help. What helps sinus pressure and congestion? If there is tension around the ear and eustachian tubes; it can create a backflow of lymph that makes...
Proper nutrition assures that the process of the body’s growth, repair, and maintenance is achieved through the consumption of food that we choose to eat on a daily basis. In order to be the owner of a healthy body, a balanced diet must be consumed to ensure...
Hello, and welcome to the History of Chiropractic. When we think of history, we think as far back as our imagination can go, and not what could be right on our doorstep. Chiropractors and the AMA As recent as the 1960s and '70s as chiropractic began to gain public...
Hello, and welcome to the History of Chiropractic. Who was John Atkinson? John Atkinson was a London bonesetter in the 1890s who practiced veterinary medicine, and would later gain world acclaim for his theory that manipulation of the nerves around the spine, could...
Have you ever wondered about the history of Chiropractic? How did it begin? Who started it all? How did chiropractic develop? While chiropractic medicine has existed since at least 2,700 BC, according to ancient medical writings, it was not popularized in the United...
Chiropractic History Month! It’s September again and while we are starting to think about cooler weather and the kids are getting into the routine of all things school, September is also a time to celebrate a very special birthday—it’s Chiropractic’s birthday! Where...
It’s that time of year again! In just a short few weeks, our kids are heading back to school, with new classes, teachers, and challenges. Parents are making sure their children have all the school supplies like pens, pencils, notebooks, folders, lunch boxes, etc. that...