Injuries to the muscles and ligaments around the hip affect both competitive and recreational athletes. These injuries can interfere significantly with sports enjoyment and performance levels, and they occasionally will end participation completely. Excessive pronation and poor shock absorption have been found to be an underlying cause or a contributing factor for many leg injuries. Functional orthotics which have been… Read More
Being overweight or obese is assumed to be the primary factor for people to develop type 2 diabetes. Excess weight is generally associated with insulin resistance and diabetes, however, it's this insulin resistance, not the excess weight, which can cause the disease to develop. Because of this, many individual's who maintain a healthy weight may not necessarily be metabolically healthy,… Read More
Back pain is one of the most common complaints reported by a majority of the population. Although the symptom generally occurs temporarily and it typically resolves on its own, some cases of back pain can become chronic or persistent. A variety of factors, including trauma or injury from an accident and/or an aggravated condition, can manifest symptoms of back pain,… Read More
A combination of vitamin D supplements and certain dairy foods may protect against age-related bone loss, a new study indicates. Consumption of milk, yogurt and cheese was associated with higher bone mineral density in the spine and less bone loss in the hip among older adults -- but only if they also took vitamin D supplements, researchers said. Vitamin D… Read More
Squinting while texting? Always losing your reading glasses? An eye implant that takes about 10 minutes to put in place is the newest in a list of surgical repairs for the blurry close-up vision that is a bane of middle age. But who's really a good candidate to toss their specs? "It's not bringing anybody back to being 20 again,"… Read More
The best way to find a qualified chiropractor is through another provider’s referral or through a personal referral from a friend. The advice of someone with first hand experience is always valuable when choosing a healthcare provider.In addition, national associations including the American Chiropractic Association and state trade associations maintain listings of board certified chiropractors.If you have a specific concern… Read More
The best way to find a qualified chiropractor is through another provider's referral or through a personal referral from a friend. The advice of someone with first hand experience is always valuable when choosing a healthcare provider. In addition, national associations including the American Chiropractic Association and state trade associations maintain listings of board certified chiropractors. Read More
Being involved in an unexpected accident, such as an automobile collision, among others, is one of the most prevalent causes for damage or injury, often even aggravating a previously existing condition. When an individual’s overall health and wellness are at risk, choosing the best healthcare professional to provide the most appropriate care and treatment can greatly affect the individual’s recovery… Read More
5 Easy Exercises to Improve PostureThe natural curve of the spine is reinforced by correct posture. Posture not only influences how you look but helps you breathe, improves concentration, supports vital organ function and stimulates overall well-being.Ignoring harmful postural habits leads to illness, discomfort and pain, and increases the risk for pathogenesis of disease in the body. �You can improve… Read More
Many are starting to wonder why more and more kids are starting to be under regular Chiropractic care. For some, this may sound mysterious, but for others who understand what Chiropractic care provides for children, they realize it is much more than fixing back pain. According to world renowned Chiropractor and author, Dr. Jennifer Barham- Floreani, �The nervous system is… Read More
Being involved in an unexpected accident, such as an automobile collision, among others, is one of the most prevalent causes for damage or injury, often even aggravating a previously existing condition. When an individual's overall health and wellness are at risk, choosing the best healthcare professional to provide the most appropriate care and treatment can greatly affect the individual's recovery… Read More
How a chiropractic adjustment works: A displaced or luxated vertebra is when the joint surfaces are completely separated. Subluxation is a partial or incomplete separation: one in which the articulating surfaces remain in partial contact. This latter condition is so often referred to and known by chiropractors as sub-luxation. The relationship existing between bones and nerves are so nicely adjusted… Read More
The natural curve of the spine is reinforced by correct posture. Posture not only influences how you look but helps you breathe, improves concentration, supports vital organ function and stimulates overall well-being. Ignoring harmful postural habits leads to illness, discomfort and pain, and increases the risk for pathogenesis of disease in the body. �You can improve your posture and nervous… Read More
Chiropractor, Dr. Alexander Jimenez looks at how sciatica can affect what you do and where you go. Popular songstress hears her "Body Talk" and finds "Let's Get Physical" challenging due to low back and leg pain. In the event you suffer from sciatica, you may have to take time off work due to debilitating leg pain and low back. That�s… Read More
If you want to add years to your life, 10 daily servings of fruits and vegetables may be the best recipe you can follow, a new analysis suggests. The benefits appear to come through lower rates of heart attack, stroke, cancer and early death. And if everyone found a way to get 10 daily servings of produce, 7.8 million premature… Read More