Wellness Articles

Benefits of Vitamin C

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Perhaps the most well-known vitamin, and one that is frequently cited as vital to good health, but what is Vitamin C exactly? Vitamin C or L-ascorbic acid is a key nutrient and antioxidant essential to our diet. When our bodies contain more free radicals than antioxidants, our bodies are said to be under oxidative stress. Health issues that can arise…

Role of Antioxidants in Good Health

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Everyone has heard about the importance of a balanced diet for maintaining good health. Similarly, everyone knows that they should be getting exercise – or at the very least adding more activity into their days. Getting a good night’s sleep is essential – without it, you’ll find that your immune system starts to slack off a bit and you put…

When to Consider Foot Orthotics

Posted on April 28, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Good spinal health is built from the ground up, starting with the feet. For years medical researchers and healthcare providers have recognized that problems there can cause posture changes that eventually trigger a variety of musculoskeletal issues in other parts of the body (particularly the ankle, knee, hip and back). Studies have also shown that even slight foot problems can…

Chiropractic for Knee Pain

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Knee pain is one of the most common orthopedic ailments treated by chiropractors. The knee takes a huge amount of stress, as it is built only to bend in one direction; however, many movements we make force the knee to bend slightly in other directions, along with having to support the weight of the body, which can lead to knee…

The Parasympathetic Nervous System

Posted on April 12, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

The parasympathetic nervous system, the sympathetic nervous system, and the enteric nervous system comprise the autonomic nervous system in the body. The autonomic nervous system is continuously active and is responsible for unconscious regulation of our glands and organs. The parasympathetic nervous system takes care of “rest and repair” activities, such as salivation, tears, sexual arousal, urination, digestion and defecation….

Recognizing Signs of Anorexia or Bulimia

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Both anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are eating disorders that affect an estimated 8 million Americans, mostly women, though about 10% of those who have an eating disorder are men. Anorexics have an irrational fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image. They refuse to maintain a healthy body weight and are obsessed with thoughts of food, dieting and…

Chiropractic for Upper Back Pain

Posted on March 31, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

While lower back pain seems to get all the attention, upper back pain is increasingly a problem, especially with more people spending time working at a computer, which often leads to bad posture if the computer is not ergonomically adjusted. Seeing someone hunched over a laptop is a common sight these days. It can also be caused by an acute…

Chiropractic for Back Pain During Pregnancy

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

If you are pregnant and suffering from low back pain, a neighbor or a friend has probably suggested you visit a chiropractor because a chiropractor was able to help them during their pregnancy. The discussion probably left you curious, is that good advice or just a single success story? Additionally, you may be wondering whether chiropractic is safe during pregnancy…

Choosing the Right Desk Chair

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

For the majority of us who work in office and at desk jobs, we spend a great deal of time sitting down. While sitting for most of the day seems pretty low risk compared to other occupational hazards, sitting in the same position all the time can stress the structures of the spine, and may result in injuries to the…

Chiropractic for Lower Back Pain

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

The five vertebrae in the lumbar region of the lower back are the largest and strongest in the spinal column. However, because the weight of the whole upper body rests upon the lower back, lumbar pain and stiffness is the single most common problem of the muscular and skeletal system, accounting for more sick days than nearly any other medical…

Proper Form is the Key to Safe Soccer Headers

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

The question of whether repeated headers in the game of soccer have a long-term impact on the brain or cognitive function is a raging debate among experts with no clear answer one way or another. An LA Times article on the subject makes this clear in its opening line… “Like a loose ball in a kids’ game, argument over the…

Benefits of Vitamin K1

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Of the three K vitamins, vitamin K1 (phytonadione) is the one we get from plant foods, and is the most important one for proper coagulation of the blood (or “Koagulation” in German, which is the origin of vitamin “K”). Without vitamin K we would eventually bleed to death from any small wound or bruise. It may also help prevent both…

What Causes Aging?

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Aging is influenced by our genes, environment, and lifestyle. By the time we reach middle and old age, these factors have had time to make a significant impact on our health. Some of these influences may be positive, others negative. Everyone ages, of course, but we do not all age in the same way or at the same rate. While…

Do I Need to Keep Seeing My Chiropractor After the Pain is Gone?

Posted on February 10, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

It is good news that your pain is gone. Chiropractic practitioners are experts at detecting, correcting, and preventing spinal misalignments, which can quickly provide pain relief. However, there are two important reasons to return to your chiropractor even though you are feeling better. First, the underlying problem may not yet be completely corrected. While you may temporarily feel better, if…

Chiropractic for Scoliosis

Posted on February 8, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Scoliosis is a disorder that affects some 5 to 7 million Americans. A normal spine, as observed from behind the body, is aligned straight up and down. A spine with scoliosis is seen to have excessive side-to-side curvature, resulting in a “C” or “S” shape. It is different from kyphosis (hump back) or lordosis (swayback), which are curvatures of the…

Chiropractic for Hip Pain

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Your hips and legs support your entire body. They provide stability, strength, mobility, and flexibility. Misalignment or subluxation of the spine can cause both hip and leg pain by irritating the nerves and creating muscle spasms. As these areas of the body receive nearly continuous usage, they can suffer a great deal of stress. In fact, hip pain may be…

What is Chiropractic Cold Laser Therapy?

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Cold laser therapy (also called Low Level Laser Therapy or LLLT) involves the use of light (a specific wavelength and frequency of coherent light, generated from a low-wattage therapeutic laser) to stimulate the body’s cells and cause them to accelerate the healing process. The therapeutic use of lasers (LASER is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation)…

Chiropractic for Tennis Players

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Approximately 65% of the 15 million tennis players in the United States sustain at least one injury per year. Tennis is a sport that involves repetitive motions and ballistic movements. As such, the sport can create both local and systemic stresses on the body. For example, hard foot plants are associated with foot, ankle, and knee stress, but can also…

6 Tips for Healthy-Looking Skin

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

We all want to look young and beautiful, no matter what our age, and keeping your skin in good condition goes a long way toward that goal. There are a number of things you can do to keep your skin looking supple and glowing that don’t involve expensive treatments or surgery! 1) Drink more water– This may be the number…

What are Spinal Pelvic Stabilizers?

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Spinal pelvic stabilizers are specially designed orthotics that help stabilize and balance your feet. They can have a significant effect on your entire body’s performance and efficiency, reduce pain, and contribute to an overall sense of well-being. How can something made just for your feet accomplish all this? Our feet form the foundation of our entire body. They provide support…

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