HealthDay reporter Amy Norton’s coverage on a spinal stenosis study reveals that steroid treatments for this type of back pain that many Memphis chiropractors often deal with might not be as effective in the long run. Granted, these injections do help calm inflammation and ease the accompanying pain, but full [...] Read more »
Manage Autism-induced Seizure with a Memphis Chiropractor
An estimated 7,500 of the nearly six and a half million people living in Tennessee are children who deal with varying degrees of autism. While only a third of them will experience regular seizures induced by their condition, every single one of them is at risk of experiencing epileptic seizure [...] Read more »
Tai Chi for Better Mobility
Slow repetitive movements based on coordination and relaxation are key to helping senior citizens boost their health in more ways than one, according to recent research. The ancient Chinese martial art known as Tai Chi helps older people lower their blood pressure and assist in joint pain and strength. Because [...] Read more »
Three Reasons to Limit Your Television Time
By Editorial Staff Say what? You’re suggesting I back away from the boob tube and finding something else to do with my valuable time? These days, that’s an increasingly difficult mandate considering how many Americans have immediate access to a seemingly endless array of reality shows, video games, music, movies [...] Read more »
Less Fat Naturally
By G. Douglas Andersen, DC, DACBSP, CCN Piceatannol is a metabolite (a byproduct of metabolism) of the powerful phytochemical resveratrol, which is found in grape skins, bilberries, blueberries, cranberries and peanuts. Resveratrol has been studied for its effects on longevity, heart disease and cancer. The compound has increased the lifespan [...] Read more »
Conservative Care of Adolescent Knee Pain
By Mark Charrette, DC One of the most common causes of knee pain in active adolescents is the condition known as Osgood-Schlatter. The most common symptom is pain located at the front of the knee that is made worse with running, jumping, and climbing or descending stairs. There is usually [...] Read more »
How Your Chiropractor Can Help You Stay Flexible – and Why It Matters
By Jeffrey Tucker, DC, DACRB A sound fitness program must include a balance of exercises. I like to see people perform a mix of range of motion movements, flexibility, strength and endurance. These are the pillars of a healthy body. Flexibility work is essential. Each of us needs to remain [...] Read more »
Know Your Fundamental Nutrition
By Julie T. Chen, MD My patient population sees me because they believe in natural options for disease prevention and treatment. However, not everyone believes in supplements and with the confusing study reports out these days about how some supplements are harmful, not everyone is comfortable taking them. I would [...] Read more »
Five Ways to Get Moving While You're at Work
You’re imprisoned at your desk job from 9 to 5, stuck to your chair and glued to your screen. A sedentary recipe for health disaster. How can put a little movement into your motionless day? Try these four easy exercise strategies to break up your mundane routine and fulfill your [...] Read more »
It's Important to Exercise Your Brain
By Claudia Anrig, DC We all know exercise is good for our bodies; but do you know the same is true for your brain? Just like any other muscle, the brain can get in shape, be strengthened and developed with use – exercise. The human brain is made up of [...] Read more »