While I was at a conference in California last week, a colleague presented a paper on the dangers of resting after an injury. She reported that one of the worst things you can do after being hurt is to stop moving. It is something I’ve written about many times (here, here and here.) However, my […]
Healing after major or minor surgery – 3 chiropractic approaches
If you or a loved one have had surgery, be it a major surgery or a minor outpatient procedure, you know that how you heal is critical. There are 3 major types of healing that need to occur. Fascial healing When ever your skin is cut open, there will be damage to your fascia. Fascia […]
How to increase patience and decrease anxiety
Patients at Chiropractic First often report feeling less anxious, more patient and calmer after their adjustments. Have you ever wondered how it is that chiropractic can make you feel so peaceful, not just in the moment, but for days after your adjustment? Light touch chiropractic care is based on the premise that your body stores […]
Why do I keep waking up at 4am? Why can’t I fall asleep before midnight?
If you have trouble sleeping, one of the first questions I will ask you is do you wake up at a certain time every night. When I ask, patients often look at me with great surprise and say “yes! I do always wake up right around the same time every night.” At that point I […]
The Surprising Causes of Your Headaches
Last week a new patient came into the office looking for help with an old shoulder injury that continued to give him problems. As I began his examination, I noticed that the muscles and fascia were really tight in his injured shoulder. That muscle tension was preventing him from being able to lift his shoulder […]
Can I PLEASE have a private adjustment?
One of the most powerful aspects of care at Chiropractic First may very well be your least favorite. Like many light touch chiropractic offices, we use an open adjusting room. Often many people are getting adjusted with you. You may think that that is dividing the doctors’ time and focus. But those other people in […]
4 ways to minimize allergies between your chiropractic treatments
This summer, allergies have been especially bad. What can you do to minimize your allergies? Chiropractic has helped a lot of people with allergies. At Chiropractic First, we see a lot of children and adults who have seasonal and dietary allergies. After getting adjusted, parents report that children sleep better. Some people have even been […]
Getting a massage: 5 Dos and Don’ts
Have you ever had a massage and felt worse afterwards? It is pretty common for patients to come hobbling into my office after a Groupon massage or a trip to a spa gone awry! Massages can be an enjoyable and helpful part of your self-care routine. Here are the most important things to look […]
How to help your child with behavior, focus and patience
Children and young adults often seek out chiropractic care at Chiropractic First because they need help focusing at school, or they have trouble with impulse control and patience. Parents have reported that after chiropractic care their child practiced piano for longer stretches. Sports coaches have reported they noticed improvements in children’s ability to focus during […]
Tips for Using Essential Oils in the Bath
When I was writing last month’s blog post, I reached out to a colleague to ask about which essential oils were best to for putting in the bath. Her answer surprised me. She told me that putting essential oils directly in the bath is somewhat controversial. Oil and water don’t mix. So the oils will […]
