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BACK-TO-SCHOOL: Backpack Safety
It’s that time of year again, BACK-TO-SCHOOL! As helpful as backpacks are, they can strain muscles, joints, and could cause back pain if too heavy or used incorrectly. On Monday Dr. Fletcher will go over the proper way to wear a backpack for all of our back to school children.
Is My pillow causing neck pain? Dr. Fletcher weighs in.
Below Dr. Fletcher in the video will explain items to look for in purchasing a proper pillow. Follow these 7 tips to protect your neck from injury: 1. Try a new pillow.In terms of comfort and support for your neck, while you sleep, there are many options and you may need some trial and error […]
Headaches and Chiropractic
HEADACHES AND CHIROPRACTIC If you have a headache, you’re not alone. Nine out of 10 Americans suffer from headaches. Some are occasional, some frequent, some dull and throbbing, and some cause debilitating pain and nausea. What do you do when you suffer from a pounding headache? Do you grit your teeth and carry on? Lie […]
Outdoor Winter Activities
Outdoor winter activities Winter Recreational activities and chores can pose problems for the outdoor enthusiast whose bodyu is not in condition. Winter sports like skating, skiing and sledding can cause painful muscle spasms, strains or tears if you’re not in shape. Even shoveling snow the wrong way, climbing awkwardly over snow banks, slipping on sidewalks […]
Scraping Therapy
Scraping Therapy Benefits Scraping is a soft tissue mobilization technique that helps to aid your body in healing from soft tissue injuries. Tissue in our bodies that connect, support or surround our internal organs and bones generally what are called ” soft tissues.” These would include fascia, ligaments, tendons, and muscles. If you are experiencing […]