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The practice of exercise, both cardiovascular and muscle strengthening, is, coupled with regular chiropractic care, an immensely important aid to managing lower back pain. Exercise promotes maintaining properly toned muscles, better circulation, and healthy digestion. There is strong evidence supporting that exercise is nearly as effective as all other non-surgical treatments in the relief and…

There has recently been a lot of coverage about how social media is negatively affecting today’s youth. Late last year, the cover of Time magazine was titled, “Anxiety, Depression and the American Adolescent”. Clearly, the advancement of technology is something that impacts us all. Time’s article highlights how modern technology, virtual reality and over-stimulation are…

Don’t lose hope! You CAN beat your addiction. Addiction treatment today has a one size fits all mentality. Insurance companies will only reimburse those institutions that follow the 12-step model of Alcoholics Anonymous. If you’ve known anyone who has gone to a substance abuse treatment facility, you’ve probably heard the gripe that they’re forced to partake in the 12-step…

What is EMDR? EMDR consists of the following processes: Evidence-based psychotherapy for Post-traumatic Stress Disorder(PTSD) treatment of other psychiatric disorders, mental health problems, and somatic symptoms. EMDR facilitates the resumption of normal information processing and integration. Targets past experience, current triggers, and future potential challenges. Results in the alleviation of presenting symptoms A decrease or…

What is TIR? (Traumatic Incident Reduction) Rapid method of effectively reducing trauma It involves re-experiencing past traumas in a completely safe environment, free of distractions, judgments, or interpretations. When something happens that is physically or emotionally painful, one has the option of either confronting it fully and feeling the pain, or trying in some way…

Sometimes we feel life keeps handing us lemons and we want to give up.  This can be an opportunity to change our perspective and grow.  There is an exercise I like to use and have shared with many client’s. When I feel like something is a problem or a mistake it is important to reframe…

In my practice I focus on solutions. One of the best things we can do to improve our well being is to have a routine focused on positivity and progress. Today I will give you 5 things you can do in the morning to be happier and thrive. Morning meditation – Every morning I like to…

Herbal medicine began as a folk medicine but has evolved into a complex medical system. Herbs are a time tested remedy used to create balance in the body. Herbs are used to to treat the source of illness rather than just targeting specific ailments. Chinese medicine is the longest continuing medical practice in history with…

Holistic health is an alternative form of medicine that aims at healing the whole body as opposed to a specific pain or illness. This includes both physiological and physical health. Since the focus of chiropractic is to realign the spine to allow for optimal function the nervous the system, chiropractic in its basic form can…

ADHD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) affects between 3% and 7% of American children, making it the most commonly reported childhood behavioral disorder. Poor attention span, impulse behaviors, and hyperactivity are the main traits at characterizing this disorder. While it is not entirely clear what causes ADHD, it has been observed that a combination of an overactive…