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Plantar Fasciitis Part 2..
Date: August 16, 2021 | Time: 10:17am | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessLast week I discussed the nature of plantar fasciitis as a common cause of foot and heel pain. The best way to avoid this condition is to maintain a healthy weight and wear proper fitting and supportive shoes especially when exercising or working on hard surfaces such as tile or concrete. Most often this condition begins with fallen arches of the feet. To check for fallen arches, stand up straight while looking straight ahead and have someone on the ground looking at your feet..... <view entire article>
Plantar Fasciitis Part 1..
Date: August 9, 2021 | Time: 8:18am | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessOver the next two weeks, I'd like to discuss an easily preventable condition that I see much more often this time of the year. The condition is called plantar fasciitis and is most commonly experienced by pain in the heels and soles of the feet. It often begins as a painful annoyance that can quickly develop into sharper pain preventing you from exercising or even walking and can become a more chronic condition.Plantar fasciitis occurs when the muscles and the plantar fascia ligament.... <view entire article>
There's Another Way..
Date: August 2, 2021 | Time: 8:54am | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessIt has come to my attention after 20+ years in practice that one of the main reasons people avoid or discontinue chiropractic care even when they are getting good results is that they are uncomfortable with the "popping" feeling and sound of the manual chiropractic adjustment particularly in the neck. In the past, I've reported that this sound is merely pressure releasing from a swollen, injured joint. This pressure is largely made up of nitrogen gas that is only there as a byproduct of.... <view entire article>
Inflammatory Response..
Date: May 10, 2021 | Time: 11:05am | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessI try not to repeat myself in these articles, but this is a request from a client who asked me to discuss the causes of chronic inflammation. This is a big deal because several years ago a large amount of research was devoted to this inflammatory response in the body. The outcome of this research determined that inflammation is implicated and at the root of not only all forms of pain but of every disease known to man. In effect, if you can.... <view entire article>
The Problem with Pain..
Date: May 4, 2021 | Time: 12:52pm | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessA few years ago in the Journal of Manual Therapy, a research group looked at patients with chronic neck pain. The intent of the study was to see if there was a possible connection to spinal pain and other health complications. The outcome of the study determined, "It can be concluded that patients with chronic neck pain present weakness of their respiratory muscles." They continued that the respiratory weakness seemed to be related to local and global muscle weakness around the area of.... <view entire article>
Chiropractic & Kids..
Date: April 26, 2021 | Time: 12:29pm | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessThe Journal of Clinical Chiropractic Pediatrics has often featured articles about the chiropractic care of children. Here are three cases that might surprise you. I find that even the most devoted chiropractic adults don't think about getting their kids checked. Obviously this is not out of a lack of concern or neglect it's simply that many people believe you need to have back pain or headaches to benefit from chiropractic care. Here are a few published cases.... <view entire article>
Why Before What..
Date: March 2, 2021 | Time: 10:18am | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessOne of the concepts emphasized in our Wellness Program is to always put the "Why" before the "What." In other words, we all know "what" we could be doing for better health and wellness, but until we have a big enough "why" to do those things, we probably won't change our habits. With this in mind, I'm still shocked at how many people I speak to that have never even considered supplementing with an omega 3 fatty acid such as fish oil; even.... <view entire article>
Heart Rate Variability..
Date: February 1, 2021 | Time: 1:04pm | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessThe end goal of chiropractic care is to improve the overall function and well-being of the patient. This includes improving the function of the spine, joints, nervous system, and organs. Proper functions of the body allow for a healthier and more adaptable human, giving the person the ability to deal with the stresses of everyday life.A quick, easy, and effective way to determine the function of the autonomic nervous system and the adaptability of the body is to measure heart rate variability (HRV). The autonomic nervous system.... <view entire article>
Early Onset Scoliosis..
Date: January 25, 2021 | Time: 12:35pm | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessWhat is scoliosis? Scoliosis is defined as any lateral curvature of the spine that is greater than 10 degrees when measured. It is classified depending on the age of the patient and the magnitude, direction, location and cause of the spinal curve. There are three classifications based on the age at which the curvature began. Infantile scoliosis starts from birth up until 3 years old. Juvenile scoliosis begins between the ages of 4 and 9. Adolescent.... <view entire article>
Low Level Laser Therapy..
Date: December 28, 2020 | Time: 12:50pm | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessHave you ever heard of Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT)? This is a treatment technique that we use at Rivertown Chiropractic. Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) has been researched more over the last couple of decades than ever before and is now being recognized as a great treatment for all sorts of illnesses. It can bring relief to conditions ranging from musculoskeletal disorders such as neck and low back pain to different brain disorders such as ADHD.So what is LLLT and how can it help a wide variety.... <view entire article>
Cervical Proprioception & It's Link to Neck Pain..
Date: December 14, 2020 | Time: 1:45pm | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessLast week we learned that proprioception is the ability of your body to determine its position and movements in open space. This week we are going to continue with the topic of proprioception and how it can affect your neck pain. Studies have shown a link between decreased proprioception and increased neck pain.There are a large number of proprioceptive sensors in the muscles and joints of the cervical spine. According to a research article published in 2019, "cervical proprioception is critical in the maintenance of posture and.... <view entire article>
Proprioception
Date: December 7, 2020 | Time: 12:34pm | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessClose your eyes and stick both of your arms out in front of you. Now, with your left index finger touch the tip of your nose, and now with the right finger. Easy enough, but how is it so easy even with your eyes closed? The answer is proprioception. Proprioception is a constant cycle of messages being sent from the body to the brain allowing the brain to know where our body parts are in space and what those body parts are doing. The process starts.... <view entire article>
That Time Again..
Date: November 30, 2020 | Time: 1:24pm | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessEvery year around this time I send out this reminder of the importance of Vitamin D. Ideally, the essential vitamin is released into the blood from the skin with exposure to the sun. Because of this, people in this part of the country around this time of the year often are deficient. However, numerous recent studies have led experts to believe that many more are deficient in this nutrient than previously anticipated and supplementation may be necessary year-round.Symptoms of Vitamin D deficiency include.... <view entire article>
DNA & Positive Thinking..
Date: November 23, 2020 | Time: 9:15am | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessFor those of you who are regular followers of this article, I hope that you've grasped the concept that health exists on a continuum and that everything you do; everything you eat, drink, or breath are all either moving you toward health and away from dis-ease or moving you toward dis-ease and away from health. I found an outstanding article that suggests that one of the biggest factors on this continuum is our own thoughts.The article identified several research studies that show how we think can.... <view entire article>
Curious About Supplements?..
Date: November 16, 2020 | Time: 10:46am | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessIn our office, we recommend numerous different supplements to help balance body chemistry and physiology based on the need of the individual. But since this column is about promoting wellness, what supplements could we all benefit from to enhance overall health? Most sources I've encountered agree on a fairly short list. Unless you're always eating the 5-13 servings of fresh fruits/vegetables recommended daily, a quality multivitamin is in order. Everyone could benefit from an Omega 3 source such as fish oil. A probiotic to.... <view entire article>
Dealing with Depression..
Date: November 2, 2020 | Time: 12:46pm | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessIn the past, I've discussed two neurotransmitters (hormones) in the brain that are related to addiction and depression. These hormones are dopamine which is associated with our sense of reward and pleasure and serotonin which is associated with general happiness and feeling good. I also referenced that depression and its traditional treatment is associated with maintaining higher levels of serotonin but I made mention of the Toronto study that determined the deepest levels of depression are linked to very low levels of dopamine. This week,.... <view entire article>
Reducing Rust..
Date: October 26, 2020 | Time: 9:32am | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessIn the past, I've discussed oxidative stress and the accepted theory that the free radicals generated by this oxidative stress are what cause us to age and develop disease. I like to teach people that oxidative stress is very comparable to rust on metal. After all, rust is oxidation. This oxidation in the body is directly linked to arthritis, skin wrinkling, plaque in the arteries, and even damage to DNA that causes cells to age more rapidly. There are many strategies to try.... <view entire article>
What Makes This Oil So Special?..
Date: October 12, 2020 | Time: 11:09am | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessI've discussed the importance of fish oil in the past. Fish oil is a great source of omega 3 fatty acids that have been proven to do all the following: improve the heart, normalize cholesterol and blood sugar levels, improve memory and concentration while decreasing mood swings and depression, reduce arthritis and joint pain, improve brain and liver function, and support immune function and decrease general aging. Sounds like pretty great stuff! You should know that not all fish oils are created equal. .... <view entire article>
Immunity
Date: October 6, 2020 | Time: 10:05am | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessIf you've followed this column for any length of time, you've known me to discuss the importance of a healthy immune system in regard to every aspect of health. Likewise, you should know many of the strategies for maintaining a healthy immune system such as reducing sugar and trans fats from the diet, getting at least 7 hours of sleep per night, eating raw fruits and vegetables with every meal, using exercise, massage, and/or chiropractic to reduce structural stresses from the nervous system, and supplementing with.... <view entire article>
Tea it Up..
Date: September 28, 2020 | Time: 11:58am | Posted By: Rivertown Chiropractic WellnessI hear many people complain that they feel like they can't do or eat anything as it seems that everything in this world is bad for their health. In writing these articles it's easy to fall into that same trap and report on all the things that detract from health. So when I come across something that actually promotes health and longevity, I try to take notice and bring it to your attention. One of those things is Green Tea!I hope that by now,.... <view entire article>
