When it comes to proper lifting technique, some of us may be missing the mark without even knowing about it, which can open us up to all sorts of workplace injuries, not to mention injuries at home, and even in the gym when we're trying to get fit.
Below are some of the main Dos and Don'ts when it comes to lifting heavy objects.
Lifting Dos
Do make sure that you squat down and lift with your legs. Make sure that your feet are shoulder-witch apart or thereabouts and that one foot is slightly ahead of the other, without sacrificing your center of gravity. Keep whatever you're lifting close to your body because when you hold that object outside from your body you're putting undue amounts of pressure on your back. Try to always grab a friend or coworker to assist you when lifting a heavy object, too.
Lifting Don'ts
Make sure that you avoid bending over to lift an object and never lift with your back. If you have your feet too close together you will risk losing your footing and your center of gravity, so try to keep a wide base. Always avoid lifting heavy objects by yourself.
If you have any questions about proper lifting technique or if you experience an injury from lifting a heavy object, contact Espinosa Family Chiropractic today to schedule your consultation.
At Espinosa Family Chiropractic we have a long track record of treating patients of all ages, entire families as a matter of fact.
Many children experience bed wetting and the causes of this problem are not totally understood, even in this day and age. Bed wetting occurs most commonly in children ages 4 and under, but older children can also be affected.
Identifying the Source of the Problem
Children can experience bed wetting due to their underdeveloped bladders. Their bodies may not be able to identify a full bladder just yet. If a child is wetting the bed after not doing it for a long period of time, this could be due to stress -- for instance, a change in the environment, divorce, marital problems, some sort of health disorder, or even could be a sign of abuse.
Your Child's Bed-Wetting Could Be Due to Irritated Nerves
Oftentimes irritated nerves which are tasked with controlling the bladder's functionality is are the root of the problem. This particular set of nerves exit the Sacrum, an area of the spine -- which is one large fused bone in an adult but only five individual segments in a child. When these segments become misaligned, this can serious compromise in the nerves that are responsible for normal bladder function.
Although chiropractic care is not traditionally a treatment used for bed wetting, it's actually helped many children living with the problem.
If your child is wetting the bed, contact Espinosa Family Chiropractic for drug-free, all-natural solutions.
Did you know that chiropractic treatments aren't just for patients who suffer from back pain and immobility. Chiropractic adjustments have also been shown to treat things like headaches, insomnia, stress, and even ear infections.
Ear Aches Are Common in Children
Some children experience chronic ear problems, many times from infection. Bacterial or viral infections can come about after a cold, for instance. When a child experiences repeated infection, hearing damage can certainly occur, not to mention problems with speech and their development.
What's Going on During an Ear Infection?
An ear infection is the result of the lymph system in the neck experiencing drainage problems. Infection can also occur lack of muscle functionality when it comes to the muscles that deter bacteria and viruses from entering the back of the throat tubes.
A big reason why children experience ear infections more often is because adults have larger tubes which allow for improved drainage.
Chiropractic: A Drug-Free Solution to Ear Infections
Antibiotics are generally prescribed to help kill infections, which haven't exactly been proven to be more effective than your body's own nervous system. Neither drainage or antibiotics treat the underlying condition.
Doctors of chiropractic are able to effectively diagnose ear infection problems, not to mention provide treatment that can restore tissue function in the neck. As a result, chiropractic treatment can significantly reduce, of not altogether eliminate, ear infections without medicinal or surgical intervention. Contact Espinosa Family Chiropractic today to learn how we can help treat conditions beyond back pain.
Your gastrointestinal system is a vital component of your body's health and functionality. In many ways, our gut affects our physical health and our mental health. Chiropractic care is one method of treatment that can help relieve GI problems, which we'll go further into below along with listing some additional ways you can reduce GI problems.
Change Your Diet
Change in dietary habits can go a long way in re-establishing your gut health. Eating fiber and staying away from processed sugar and carbs will also help. Try reducing dairy and see if that works, too.
Drink More Water and Less Soda
Soda and other carbonated beverages can really do a number on your stomach. Sticking with water is a great way to improve your health without dealing with the nonsense soft drinks have to offer.
Visit the Chiropractor
We know what you're thinking: how on earth can my chiropractor help my GI problems. At Espinosa Family Chiropractic we perform spinal manipulation treatments that will get your spine and torso in proper alignment. Patients with GI problems have shown improvement of symptoms when undergoing chiropractic treatment. Chiropractic manipulation also helps reduce neurological dysfunction, which has been linked to GI problems.
If you have any questions about how we can help relieve your GI problems the drug-free way, contact Espinosa Family Chiropractic today to schedule your consultation.
Stress can come in a variety of forms and come about from a variety of stimuli. However, it's always up to us as individuals to decide how we respond to exterior forces and events. Below Espinosa Family Chiropractic goes over a few simple ways to reduce stress. We say "simple" because practicing these principles in your life might not be easy, but they will always be worth the effort and pay off in dividends when it comes to your mental and physical health.
1.) Stay Active
Our ancestors got something like 15,000 steps in hunting and gathering. It was a necessity. As a result, we're genetically wired to need a certain amount of activity per day. 10,000 steps is a reasonable goal every day. If you can, exercise during the week or on the weekends, whenever you can get it in. When you work yourself to physical exertion, you'll earn better sleep.
2.) Meditate/Practice Mindfulness
Sitting in silence and letting your thoughts settle is a great way to get to know yourself and observe the way you think. Let thoughts pass like driftwood. You'll entertain some, but remember that you're not supposed to think during meditatin, so bring yourself back to your mental silence. It's hard not to think of anything, you might find, but doing this 10-20 minutes daily will bring you a newfound peace of mind. Combining meditation and deep breathing is great for reducing overall stress.
3.) Do Yoga
Take a yoga class or build your yoga practice at home. Your body responds to stress just as much as your mind does, after all. Yoga will give your body the relief and decompression it needs to recalibrate for the day.
Speaking of recalibration, chiropractic adjustments have also been shown to reduce stress and help with conditions like anxiety and insomnia. Give Espinosa Family Chiropractic a call `today to schedule your one-on-one consultation.