Fitness Around the World

Fitness Around the World

People in the US who are interested in staying in shape tend to favor running or working out at the gym to maintain fitness. But how do people in other parts of the world stay fit? And what might Americans learn from them? Following is a summary of how people in some...
What is “Inversion Therapy”?

What is “Inversion Therapy”?

Severe back pain can be debilitating, greatly limiting freedom of movement and enjoyment of life. Spinal vertebrae may sometimes become misaligned, causing nerves to become compressed. Because nerves are the body’s channels of communication, compression or...
Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Brain Health

Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Brain Health

Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids that are deemed “essential” because they fall into a category of nutrients that the body needs, but cannot synthesize in sufficient quantities by itself. They must be consumed in our foods or in the form...
A Patient’s Guide to Laser Therapy

A Patient’s Guide to Laser Therapy

It’s true, and it’s completely understandable! Some patients become a little bit nervous or apprehensive when they first hear the word “laser” associated with a procedure recommended by their chiropractor. Sometimes it’s because the first images that come...
What is Kinesio Taping?

What is Kinesio Taping?

The Kinesio Taping Method is a form of physiological therapy practiced by chiropractors, physical therapists, and specialists in sports medicine that uses specialized tape applied to the skin to give support to muscles as they flex or to prevent over-contraction. The...
Food as Medicine: Close-Up on Ginger

Food as Medicine: Close-Up on Ginger

Hippocrates gave good advice when he said “Let food be your medicine and medicine be your food.” What we eat has a major effect on our health and well-being. One of the healthiest foods is ginger, which has been recognized for certain healing properties since ancient...
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