Many of us have incredibly busy lives and find it difficult to make time for exercise. The stresses of life can bog us down, making our muscles sore and stiff. While we encourage daily exercise, putting aside a few moments for stretching is also be beneficial. Take a look at a few ways that stretching can… Read more »
Lower back pain affects millions of Americans each year, and is the most common reason people are missing from the workplace. It can be caused by a number of things such as complicated structure of bones, strained muscles, poor posture, obesity, or even psychological stress. Try out some of these simple exercises, and regain mobility… Read more »
We write many blogs on how to alleviate back pain but have yet to provide a preventative piece. Taking the proper steps to protect your back is an excellent way to stay on top of your health. Check out these habits that help maintain a healthy spine: Get Those Bones Movin’ Having a regular pattern… Read more »
Exposure to natural sunlight encourages our bodies to produce a very important mood-boosting vitamin that is essential for a healthy lifestyle- vitamin D. It has an incredible effect on mood and happiness, and lack of this precious vitamin can spike the risk of developing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Why is Vitamin D so Important? When a person… Read more »
All too often, headaches intrude on our lives suddenly and unexpectedly causing terrible pain and crippling us for hours. Could it be possible you are doing something to invite an accidental headache? Check out these surprising triggers: Weight Research has shown that women with a BMI of 30 or more have a 35% higher chance of getting… Read more »
The circulatory system is responsible for delivering essential nutrients and oxygen to the cells of your body. All too often bad habits inhibit the job of this necessary process. High cholesterol, hypertension, and varicose veins are a few of the signs of results of having poor blood circulation. Check out these ways to better your health… Read more »
Having good posture is essential for reducing the amount of stress we place on our bodies. Many of us find ourselves sitting behind a computer or the wheel of a car for extended periods of time, where we often lean forward with both our head and neck. Don’t have time to come to the chiropractor? There are… Read more »
Carpal tunnel, a condition where the median nerve becomes squeezed at the wrist, is one of the most common entrapment neuropathies that exists. Leaving the illness untreated in it’s early stages can lead to permanent damage in the median nerve or the wasting of muscles at the base of the thumb. According to the National Institute… Read more »
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When we stress, our bodies automatically take the beating. Our muscles get tense, our blood pressure rises and it can even create ulcers if constant. Stress and work seem to walk hand-in-hand. Pressure on the job is something that will never go away, it’s how you manage it that will make your life easier and… Read more »