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When it comes to family, we only want what is best for our loved ones. We often question why a baby is crying, or when a child has an upset stomach. Did they sneak a piece of candy from our front desk, or is it truly something more than just a sugary substance? As adults, we are able to draw conclusions onto what type of care we would like to seek out when we deal with our own pain. And if we haven’t experienced a certain type of care first hand, we’re usually a bit more cautious when introducing someone …

As a Chiropractor, one of the most common questions I am asked is, “Should I use heat or ice?” The answer depends on what type of injury you are trying to treat. Both cold and superficial heat can decrease the symptoms of musculoskeletal injuries and pain. The most general answer is always use ice for acute injuries (within the past 72 hours) and use a combination of ice and heat for chronic (long-standing) injuries. However, to make the best decision, you need to understand what ice and heat can do. ICE Applying ice to an injured muscle or joint can …

Ms. Johnson was on her way to start a new job as an accountant when she was rear-ended by a drunk driver. Although she had no visible injuries, she noticed her head and neck didn’t feel quite right after the accident. Severe headaches and neck pain plagued her for the next several years. Physical therapy made little difference and prescription painkillers and muscle relaxers made her feel more “like a Zombie” than herself. Then one day she heard that chiropractic care could help with her headaches. She scheduled an appointment to see if there was anything that could be done …

If there is one vitamin in the world that can help optimize a person’s health and well-being is Vitamin D. Traditionally, vitamin D deficiency was associated with the bone disease rickets, but since the disease is now rare, we are seeing other problems caused by vitamin D deficiency. Fortunately, this vitamin can be made and absorbed into the body for free when time is spent in the sun. However, that may not be enough for most to achieve optimal health. Additionally, since many people around the world spend more time indoors than outdoors, achieving adequate blood levels from the sun …

Current research has shown the benefits of chiropractic care on the immune system. The nerve system possesses unique control mechanisms on the immune system.  Chiropractic adjustments relieve stress on the nerve system which allows the immune system to work more effectively. The following data has been found through chiropractic studies; White blood cells, which eat and destroy bad cells, are enhanced through chiropractic care. The chief of cancer prevention at New York’s Preventative Medicine Institute found that people who received regular chiropractic care over a five-year period had a 200% greater immune competence than those who had not received chiropractic care.  …