Ergonomic Travel Tips
From traveling to and from work every day to driving to your next vacation destination, keep in mind these helpful tips that can prevent your body from stiffening up.
Maintain Healthy Stress Response
Be sure to take time to practice self-care! The effects of chronic stress can be subtle; most patients are not aware of the fact that excessive cortisol production from a perpetual stress response is wreaking havoc on their bodies. Common effects of stress can be obesity, cardiovascular disease, headaches, restlessness, anxiety and gastrointestinal problems.
In-House Massage Therapy Now Available
Treat yourself to better health! There are many benefits of massage therapy. Different massage methods are utilized by the massage therapist to achieve client goals. Call our office today to schedule an In-House Massage with Liz. 724-834-5600
Gift certificates are available for massage and all other services at the office!
30 Minutes of Daily Walking
Did you know that walking a minimum of 30 minutes a day can provide these benefits? If you have any aches and pains while walking or afterwards, let us know on your next visit!
We can assess for gait imbalances that may be contributing to your pain and holding you back from enjoying your walk.
Gardening & Wellness
It’s that time of year again! 🌷🌺☀️
It seems like the warmer temperatures are here to stay and you may be planning to start or have already started sprucing up your yard and flower beds. Gardening is a very rewarding pastime, however, if not done properly, it can lead to increased aches and pains during or days afterward.
Before jumping into your gardening projects, take some time to read through our helpful tips that can help minimize the risk of pain.
1-Take some time to warm up your muscles before starting. During the winter months, you may have been a bit more sedentary. Warming up the muscles of your hips, legs, low and upper back, shoulders, and arms can help prevent injury and make it more comfortable and efficient for gardening. Ask us on your next visit what stretches and exercises would benefit you!
2–Drink plenty of water. Hydration is always important and even more important when you are physically active under the sun. Have a bottle of water easily within reach, and take a water break every 20 minutes to ensure proper hydration.
3- Be mindful of how much you are carrying. Divide larger amounts of soil or mulch into smaller batches. Utilize a wheeled cart/wheelbarrow to avoid lifting more weight than necessary.
4-Remember to breathe! When you’re taking a break stretching and hydrating, take in some deep, oxygenating breaths to nourish your hard-working muscles and help to improve circulation. Keep your shoulders and chest relaxed. When breathing deeply, you should see your abdomen extend out and then in calmly.
5-Vary your tasks. Rather than concentrating on one area or job at a time, vary your tasks to ensure that you aren’t holding the same position for extended periods.
6-Listen to your body! It’s easy to get lost in your work and spend longer time in a certain position than is safe. If you start to feel any aches or twinges, this is your body letting you know that it needs a break from this action or position. Take a break or move onto another project that requires a different position.
If you have further questions or concerns about gardening, feel free to ask at your next appointment!
Happy Gardening!
Adaptogens
Adaptogens are herbs that improve a person’s resistance to stress, or their ability to cope with stress.
Generally, adaptogens can reduce fatigue, improve mental performance, improve physical endurance and stamina, improve immune function, and support healthy moods in people under physical, mental, or emotional stress.
In this crazy, unpredictable, fast-paced world we live in, most of us could benefit from a little adaptogenic support.
Ask us today which herbal adaptogen is right for you! 🌿
Happy New Year – Adaptability
Before completely wishing 2020 away, give yourself the space and freedom to reflect on the past year.
If we could wrap up the year in one word it would be: adaptability.
This year has taught us the importance of being able to adapt to new schedules, work environments, and social interactions.
By definition, Adaptation is the physical or behavioral characteristic of an organism that helps an organism to survive better in the surrounding environment.
2020 may not have been the year anyone anticipated or wanted, however, it showed us how to rise to a challenge and make the most of a rough situation.
With this newfound awareness, we should not only look to survive but also thrive in the new year!
Keep your loved ones close to your heart, celebrate the joys you have in your life, and continue to adapt as we begin another year.
Thank you for your continued loyalty and trust in us.
We look forward to seeing you in the new year! Happy 2021!
Cell Phone Posture – Neck Pain & Headaches
Your cell phone could be to blame for certain types of headaches and neck pain.
Instead of looking down at your phone, lift it up to eye level. Your ears should be positioned directly above the shoulders in a neutral position to avoid strain on your neck.
Treating Root Cause
If you had a rock in your shoe that was causing pain, you could take pain meds or get injections and you might not feel it anymore, but you would still have a rock in your shoe.
Our job, as your chiropractor, is to get to the source of the problem. Treat the cause, not the symptom!
Yardwork & Wellness
While you’re spending time outside appreciating and taking care of our planet, be conscious of the amount of time you’re spending in the yard.
*Take breaks every 30-45 minutes to ensure you’re not “overdoing” it and staying hydrated.
*Also, please bend with your knees and avoid lifting objects away from your body! Bring the load closer to your center of gravity to avoid injury.
Just like your body, we only get one planet.
Please take care of both and have a Happy Earth Day!