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January 10, 2017

Published by Mark Snow at January 10, 2017

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Avoid Back Strain at Work.

The American Council on Exercise offers this advice to minimize low back pain while at work: avoid sitting for long periods, take frequent breaks to walk and or stretch, use a pillow or support behind you low back while sitting, practice good posture, adjust your workstation to be ergonomically correct, exercise regularly, eat healthy, and avoid smoking. American Council on Exercise, December 2014 If you are interested in learning how to make your work station ergonomically correct, call 801-955-1555. If you would like to know how you can improve your health, prevent injury, have more energy, quit smoking and be […]

January 4, 2017

Published by Mark Snow at January 4, 2017

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Another Reason to Consider Chiropractic Care.

A new study reveals that the medication pregabalin, also known as Lyrica, is no more effective in controlling lumbar spinal stenosis-related pain in the low back than a placebo. Lyrica is approved to treat chronic pain associated with shingles, spinal cord injury, fibromyalgia, and diabetic peripheral neuropathy, but it is commonly prescribed for treatment of chronic low back pain syndromes. Lead author Dr. John Markman concludes, “Given the cost and potential side effects associated with pregabalin, it is critical that we understand the efficacy of this drug. This study convincingly demonstrates a lack of relief with pregabalin for the walking […]

January 3, 2017

Published by Mark Snow at January 3, 2017

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Low Back Pain & Incidental Spina Bifida Occulta.

A new case study demonstrated the benefits of chiropractic care for a 10-year-old boy with low back pain who was referred by his pediatrician after a fall three days prior. Examination and review of medical records revealed the patient also had a condition calls spina bifida occulta in his lower back. Spina bifida occulta is a bony defect in the vertebral column that causes a cleft in that column, but treatment is usually not required. He received skilled spinal manipulations without any adverse effects and was symptom-free after six visits. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine, December 2014 If your child has […]

December 9, 2016

Published by Mark Snow at December 9, 2016

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Slipped but didn’t fall.

During this time of year, we are all prone to slipping on the ice. I got out of my car this morning, and all though I didn’t expect it, the parking lot was covered with a thin sheet of ice caused by rain that had frozen. It is obvious that should we slip and fall, we could, and most likely will, cause injury. But what if we slip and don’t fall? We have all had that experience of catching ourselves and preventing a fall. Can that cause injury? Unfortunately the answer is yes. That jarring movement can cause misalignments […]

December 7, 2016

Published by Mark Snow at December 7, 2016

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What is a neuroma?

A neuroma is an inflamed nerve ending, and is very painful. They are common in the feet, and are called “Morton’s Neuroma”. They feel like a red hot ball of sharp pain, in between the knuckles of the toes, when you put pressure on the foot. These are usually the result of improper bio mechanics of the foot, or improper footwear. Podiatrists regularly perform surgery for this condition. This results in down time for recovery, pain, and severe scarring. Chiropractic is very effective at relieving this condition by restoring proper bio mechanics of the foot. This results in “RELIEF”! […]