Archive for August, 2008

Pregnancy & Chiropractic

Tuesday, August 26th, 2008

Chiropractic care is essential for the pregnant mother. Her systems and organs are now providing for two and their optimal function is critical for the baby’s healthy development. The mothers spine and pelvis undergo many changes and adaptions to compensate for the growing baby and the risk of interference to her nervous system is increased. [...]

Chiropractic: 100 Times Safer Than Drugs

Thursday, August 14th, 2008

A recent review showed that chiropractic adjustments are more effective for neck pain than non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs(NSAIDs). The study evaluated any potential risk of serious injury or death that could result from chiropractic adjustment; assessed evidence to determine if chiropractic adjustments are effective treatments for neck pain, and assessed the risk and effects of (NSAIDs)-the [...]

Poor Health Result of Poor Sleep Habits

Wednesday, August 6th, 2008

Nearly one-third of Americans are sleep deprived, according to a recent study. Results show that getting less than 6.9 hours of sleep each night takes a more extreme toll on the body than most people realize.
Inadequate amounts of sleep affects the memory, according to a recent study conducted a Harvard University. Without enough sleep, newly-aquired [...]