If you've ever visited a chiropractor's office, the odds are that you are at least somewhat familiar with the Diversified Technique. This is one of the most widely taught and widely used chiropractic techniques, making it the one most familiar…
Back pain--whether acute or chronic--can range from mildly uncomfortable to truly debilitating. And in some cases, the exact cause of the pain can be very difficult to diagnose. If you've ever experienced severe back pain yourself (or spent time with…
It’s true that humans are generally symmetrical. We're designed that way--most people have two eyes, two arms and two legs. However, taking a closer look at the human body can reveal small discrepancies in the two sides, such as having…
Most people are aware that alcohol and tobacco can cause serious health problems. For example, there is a strong connection between alcohol and liver disease. Tobacco use (even second- and third-hand) has been linked to many health risks, including a…
Most of us are familiar with the “growth spurt” that occurs during adolescence. In fact, this surge in height is one of the first signs that puberty has begun and signals hormonal changes in both boys and girls. At the…
Chiropractors use a wide variety of techniques to correct spinal misalignments. In fact, there are approximately 15 different techniques that are widely used to treat patients with back pain. According to statistics from the Job Analysis of Chiropractic, 58.5% of…
7 alternatives squats : There’s no doubt about it. Squats can provide an exceptional full-body workout when they’re done the right way—one that strengthens the body’s core as well as the legs and arms. However, they’re also notoriously hard to…
Our bodies are filled with microbes, including bacteria, fungi and viruses (Digestive). The complete collection of microbes in our body is called our “microbiome”. It is unique to us and is believed to affect our health in many different ways.…
If you’re a serious (or even not-so-serious) runner, chances are that you’ve experienced it at least once. You’ve just started what you hope is going to be a successful run, when out of nowhere a stabbing pain erupts in your…
Judging from the popular media, many of us have something in common—a shared frustration. It’s the experience of wanting to make important lifestyle (Healthier Choices) changes (like exercising more, eating better and getting enough rest) but having trouble "following through"…
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