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Meditation is a drug-free method of achieving relaxation, energy, and focus. It can be used in Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) as an adjunct practice, as well. Meditation History and Types Meditation helps people train their mind in order to promote relaxation, build energy, or to work on a variety of spiritual pursuits (i.e., spiritual guides, connecting with God, astral … [Read more...]
Chiropractic philosophy aims to provide preventative and overall health care to patients. This can include reducing stress, exercise, promoting a healthy diet, and removing toxins. Toxins can be in the air, water, and in products used and consumed. With allergies and environmental sensitivities on the rise, chiropractic care can assist with a healthy lifestyle. Environmental Toxins Dr. … [Read more...]
TMD (or TMJD) affects many people. Actions performed during sleep, as well as other injuries, can cause headaches and pain during the day, as well as long-term problems that could even lead to serious medical interventions. Chiropractic and other alternative treatments may help ease some of these jaw and mouth problems. Oral Problems The joint that hinges the lower jaw to the skull is … [Read more...]
Chiropractic Care and Stroke: Myth Debunked Stroke sufferers can have a wide range of effects from the temporary to the permanent. Various levels of paralysis and mental incapacitation can also occur. Traditional medical therapies usually manage recovery after a stroke. There is a persistent myth, however, that chiropractic care is linked to stroke. This has recently been … [Read more...]
Many women suffer from premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and dysmenorrhea (painful periods). Each month can bring discomfort, bloating, and moodiness. While traditional medical treatments include various medications, both prescription and over-the-counter, they are not always effective, and they can have side effects. Instead of waiting for menopause (or a surgical option) to end the monthly … [Read more...]
How often do you suffer with pain? While pain is a common complaint it is definitely not normal. Pain is usually the last thing to show up in the body and the first thing to go away. Pain is subjective in nature and never objective. Neck and Thoracic Pain is a common complaint that Chiropractors see in their practices. Although common, it’s never normal. This type of pain can be from … [Read more...]
Have you ever been to a Chiropractor? Do you know what they do exactly? Many individuals don’t understand what a Chiropractor does; they assume they “crack bones.” The sound that individuals hear when their being adjusted is actually gas leaving the joint space. This is a totally normal reaction to the thrust being applied to the bone. Chiropractors work to balance the nervous … [Read more...]
Do you suffer from Headaches? How often do they occur? Do you know what type they are? How long do they last when you get them? Are they associated with neck pain and stress? Are they related to a food allergy? Were you ever involved in a car accident or trauma? All of these are valid questions when interviewing someone with acute or chronic Headaches. There are also many different … [Read more...]
Some traditional medical treatments of chronic pain or injury involve over-the-counter or prescription pain medications. The side effects of these pills can range from liver damage and ulcers to full-blown addiction. They also don’t treat the underlying cause of the problem, and a quick fix isn’t always the answer. Chiropractic care can be an alternative to painkillers by using … [Read more...]
Chiropractic treatments can be a very effective method of reducing chronic pain, assisting with injury recovery, and with an overall lifetime of alignment and well-being. Despite its popularity, however, there are still some myths and misconceptions about chiropractic. MYTH: Chiropractors Crack Bones There is a persistent myth that chiropractors crack the patient’s bones. In fact, … [Read more...]
From The Journal of Chiropractic Medicine
