by Dr. Jennifer Cardinal, DC | Modern chiropractic has existed since 1895 and has successfully treated many ailments ranging from back pain and disc problems to less commonly thought of illnesses like ear infections and digestive disorders. Chiropractic, would not have survived for over a hundred years and be around today if it was not for its success. A chiropractor that practices Clinical Biomechanics of Posture (CBP) receives additional training on top of their doctor of chiropractic … [Read more...]
Whiplash at Zero MPH
by Dr. Michelle Bean, DC | Whiplash is a condition most commonly associated with motor vehicle accidents where the head and neck are “snapped” in a manner resembling the snapping of a whip. The mechanism of injury has been extensively studied and although it is known that the muscles, tendons and ligaments of the neck can be injured, as in a sprain/strain, the real culprit causing chronic symptoms are the joints of the bones in the neck and their discs. During whiplash the neck forms an … [Read more...]
Posture Talk
by Jennifer Cardinal, D.C. | Eat Your Vegetables! Don’t talk back! Clean your room! Sit up Straight! You may recognize those statements as things your parents said to you while growing up. When we were told to sit up straight...hold our heads up...push our shoulders back, they were on to something. Some may think having good posture is for purely aesthetic purposes. Someone who has good posture seems more attractive and portrays confidence and health. While this is true, scientific … [Read more...]
Improving Athletic Performance & Well-Being By Correcting An Unbalanced Bite
Improving Athletic Performance & Well-Being By Correcting An Unbalanced Bite. Written by Dan Mannikko, DDS What is your physical potential? Weekend warriors and professional athletes alike are always pushing their physical limits. How would instant improvements in balance, flexibility, and strength help your performance? Traditionally, mouth guards have been used to protect an athlete’s teeth and jaws, mainly in high-impact activities. While we all know that teeth are used for … [Read more...]
