Important Topics from Family First Chiropractic
Quack or quite the opposite
No white coat and tie?? Are you a real doctor?? Well the perception is just that .. Here are the facts.. Chiropractors work with the nervous system which regulates and control the function of every cell, tissue, organ and system of the body. Chiropractors produce...
Tech Neck? Now What?
Tilting your head forward just a tad bit— 15 degrees, to be exact—can triple the pressure on your neck! Ouch, right?! And if you’re craning your neck to read this as we speak, odds are you're one of many with a case of "Tech Neck". Let's break it down. As you read...
Tech Neck
Looking down at those digital devices can triple the load on you and your child's neck. Imagine carrying a heavy backpack all day... but instead of your shoulders taking the load, it's all on your neck—that's what "tech neck" feels like to your body! Thank about your...
Pain, no need for pills, potions or surgery
There is a thought that says having surgery is the one and only long-term solution for pain. But I am here to tell you that is far from the truth, and it may or may not work once done. If fact, we often see that it was not one surgery it was several and there still be...
The Dang Pain
Some say that the best approach to chronic pain is to grin, bear it, and keep on moving on. No pain no gain!!! But, take it from me, ignoring it won't just test your endurance—it will only help make sure it sticks around longer.Science tells us that pain is only 10%...
Is it my back or my hip?
Hip pain can actually mimic low back pain. In fact, when it comes to low back pain, deciphering whether it's coming from your low back, hip, or a third player—the SI joint—can be a real puzzle—each is often mistaken for the other! In fact we see this quite often and...
My Pain Migraine
Many people aren't aware that there are non-pharmacological ways to effectively manage and or eliminate their migraine headaches. Just like tension/stress headaches, it is possible to lessen the frequency, intensity, and severity of your migraines naturally, if not...
My head ACHES!!
Stress doesn't directly cause headaches - it's our body's reaction to stress that triggers them. When we believe we're in a dangerous situation, our heart and breathing rate, blood flow, and blood pressure all increase rapidly. That is a reaction not a cause. Pretty...
Chiropractic Can Enhance Athletes
Here are a few reasons why chiropractic can enhance an athlete's performance: Pain management: Athletes often experience musculoskeletal pain or discomfort due to intense training, repetitive motions, or injuries. By reducing pain and improving mobility, athletes may...
Move That Moneymaker
Health experts typically agree that adults should shoot for at least 75 minutes of moderate to intense exercise weekly. Yep, that's it. That's your benchmark. Just over 20 minutes a day 3 times per week or exercise 10 minutes a day is all it takes to protect your...