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Chiropractic Approach to Ear Infections

ear infection

Ear problems can be excruciatingly painful, especially in children. With 10 million new cases every year, ear infections (otitis media) are the most common illness affecting babies and young children and the number one reason for visits to the pediatrician—accounting for more than 35 percent of all pediatric visits. Almost half of all children will...

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Pull Your Weeds, Not Your Back, When Gardening

Gardening Safety Advice

As springtime gets under way, weather warms up and leaves turn green, many people will spend more time outside planting bulbs, mowing the lawn and pulling weeds. Gardening can provide a great workout, but with all the bending, twisting, reaching and pulling, your body may not be ready for exercise of the garden variety. Gardening...

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Does Current Research Support Long-Term Chiropractic Care for Wellness?

Does Current Research Support Long-Term Chiropractic Care for Wellness?

D. D. Palmer, of Davenport, Iowa, established Chiropractic in 1895 after applying a manual thrust into Harvey Lillard’s spine. The result of this first ever Chiropractic treatment was an improvement in Mr. Lillard’s ability to hear. Surprising as it may be, the original Chiropractic spinal adjustment was delivered to treat a non-painful condition. After 20...

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Conservative Care of Cervical Pain from Injury

neck pain from injury

Your neck, also called the cervical spine, begins at the base of the skull and contains seven small vertebrae. Incredibly, the cervical spine supports the full weight of your head, which is on average about 12 pounds. While the cervical spine can move your head in nearly every direction, this flexibility makes the neck very...

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Backpack Misuse Leads to Chronic Back Pain

backpack misuse leads to chronic back pain

Back pain is pervasive among American adults, but a new and disturbing trend is emerging. Young children are suffering from back pain much earlier than previous generations, and the use of overweight backpacks is a contributing factor, according to the American Chiropractic Association (ACA). In fact, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that backpack-related...

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