Individuals tend to think of chiropractic treatment for pain relief, injury recovery, and help with poor posture. This is correct, but regular chiropractic spinal adjustments can provide numerous benefits to feel your absolute best and improve an individual's quality of life. Doctors of chiropractic/DCs perform a thorough physical and neurological evaluation of the individual to diagnose the root cause of… Read More
Circadian rhythm and caffeine supplementation go hand in hand in many sports. Genetic profiling comes in handy when determining if you are a morning person capable of metabolizing a nice cup of coffee or your performance is better in the evening. New technology advances such as DNA testing of specific gene encodings and recent emerging literature suggest a noticeable relation… Read More
For individuals that have a partner or spouse with chronic back pain, life can feel like it revolves around the pain. For the individuals going through the pain, it does. The pain can be debilitating to the body, emotional and mentally. The physical and emotional exhaustion of chronic pain can affect a partnership. But with the right support, treatment can… Read More
The diabetic disease processes can be a contributor to chronic back pain. Diabetes can damage the human body from the eyes to the feet if left untreated, and the spine/back is a prime target. Data from 11 studies consisted of individuals over 18 years of age diagnosed with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. The results showed individuals with diabetes… Read More
The athletic potential is multifactorial; gender, age, specific discipline, weight, body composition, and genetics are strong predictors of performance and endurance. Nonetheless, exercise and continuous training increase reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels, and our body has to recover by activating antioxidant enzymatic complexes. In a molecular contest, performance is supported by a carefully orchestrated cascade reaction starting in the cellular… Read More
The pelvis is designed to bear and distribute the weight of the body along with regular everyday movement. It is built to properly distribute weight between the upper and lower body that utilizes the core muscles, ligaments, and joints creating a complex pelvic girdle that helps the body function properly. The bones of the pelvis house and protect organs like… Read More
Exercise is a challenge for our body’s homeostasis. As such, athletic performance and training require an elevated level of cellular responsiveness and adaptation. Considering this, micronutrients are essential regulators of energy production, repair, and muscle upkeep. Nutritional supplementation in athletes may potentiate tissue repair, support the immune system, and modulate oxidative stress and inflammation. These benefits mentioned above can support… Read More
Individuals are realizing the enhancements that chiropractic produces along with lifestyle adjustments. Chiropractic is about total body health. This includes: Alleviating pain from injuries and musculoskeletal conditions Reversing low energy levels Healthy lifestyle adjustment support Neck Pain Back Pain Chronic Pain Herniated Disc/s Headaches Migraines Sciatica Sports Injuries Healthy living and regular chiropractic adjustments will elevate the body's health to… Read More
A whiplash injury can cause pain for months, even years after the accident/incident. It can cause persistent pain in the neck, shoulders, back, as well as, headaches, and sleep problems. Waiting to see if it will go away is not recommended. Chiropractic treatment can effectively and successfully expedite the healing process getting back to normal life as quickly as possible.… Read More
Our body’s capacity to endure in a sport and the inflammatory processes that this exercise exerts over it depends on the synthesis and regulation of pro-inflammatory cytokines. The mixture of genetics and slowly building up training stamina are vital determinants that serve as the foundation for an athlete’s performance. Therefore, detecting specific gene variations of encoding proteins for pro-inflammatory cytokines… Read More
Detoxification is naturally occurring in the body. This is the way the body eliminates waste for proper function. Most often, the body can benefit from a dietary detox to help aid the detoxification process along. Detoxification should be done once to twice a year and with the consent of your medical professional. When our patients undergo a detox, one of… Read More
Belly fat is a gateway to back pain/spinal issues that can lead to various health problems. The bulging belly population has grown a bit since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. 37% of individuals have gained weight since it began, according to a global Ipsos survey. If back pain is presenting and there is excess weight around the abdomen known… Read More
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Physical activity has a heavy impact on our body composition. Body composition and specific methods like bioimpedance analysis and DEXA can describe an individual’s compartments. The body composition of an athlete impacts their ability to perform, endure and recover from an injury. Also, a particular sport or activity can influence the capacity and development of specific muscle groups. After all,… Read More
Many individuals enjoy riding all-terrain vehicles, or ATVs. It is a fun pastime and it gets individuals outdoors. However, when driving/riding any type of motor vehicle there is potential for crashes and accidents that can result in severe injuries. Unfortunately, many individuals get on an ATV without properly understanding how the vehicle operates, safety measures, and what to do in… Read More