Dehydration is one of the most debilitating factors for your spine

It affects every part of the structure:

• The discs become dried out and lose their ability to cushion the vertebrae and absorb shock.
• The joints become less lubricated and lose their ability to support full range of motion
• The muscles that support your spine become cramped and weaken as they lose nutrients and oxygen from the lack of circulation

In short, your spine cannot function properly without the proper input of water. When your body is dehydrated, it diverts remaining water supplies to the vital organs to keep them running and keep you alive. But that means that even less is available to the muscles and structures of your spine, and so the vicious cycle continues. This is why, at Espinosa Family Chiropractic, we choose water! Read on to find out more about how water supports spinal health.

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A plea for you to adhere to your target weight

There are few things that help your spine more than maintaining a healthy weight. Each pound you hold on to over that target zone are adding an unbearable burden onto your spine, increasing the wear and tear on your joints and ratcheting up the compression on your intervertebral discs. As your muscles strain to account for this burden, the whole network of stability is threatened and back pain is a frequent result. We are lucky if it stops at pain- excess weight and obesity are some of the primary contributors to long term spinal conditions and spinal-related disability in our populations. if you are looking to lose weight, here is a great way to go about it:

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The link between posture and brain function

So many people treat posture indifferently, which is really a shame when you consider that it is actually a make-or-break part of spinal health. One thing to consider is the link between posture and brain function, which is borne out by a growing wealth of clinical findings. Besides increasing pressure on your spine, reducing lung function, and impairing your organs, poor posture can also hamper brain function. Poor posture is linked to issues including: 

• Self-esteem
• Focus and attention
• Rate of speech
• Stress levels
• Mental performance
• Chronic pain
• Memory response

As chiropractors, we focus on limiting the damage on the physical side of things, which we know will have a knock-on effect on the mental side. Here’s how our approach to posture works:

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As the holiday season rapidly approaches, it’s common to stress over things like preparing meals, shopping for gifts, and having the financial stability to provide all of those things for yourself and your loved ones. Although many of us might be practicing social distancing this holiday season, it’s likely we’ll still go through some of the holiday motions. This holiday season might seem especially stressful, lonesome, and depressing.

However, there is a lot you can do for yourself to stay physically and mentally well, and chiropractic is one drug-free option that addresses both departments simultaneously. Your spine and your body/brain are inextricably connected, and one simple chiropractic adjustment can provide drug-free pain relief, provide you with a better night of sleep, reduce anxiety, and brighten your mood — all in one simple visit with your local chiropractic care specialist.

At Espinosa Family Chiropractic we provide our wellness treatments to patients of all ages and from all walks of life. Contact this Sacramento Chiropractic Care Specialist today to schedule your holiday consultation. We hope you stay happy, healthy, and well.

Many people know by now the many benefits that chiropractic treatment offers patients who experience injuries, but what about for patients who are feeling what they perceive to be healthy and well?

At the end of the day, our immune system plays a vital role in warding off infectious organisms from entering our bodies. A good immune system will seem invisible — you won’t even know it’s there. But you will know if you get sick.

Chiropractic treatment is a great way to give your immune system a boost. One simple adjustment can help clear the sinuses, motivate quality sleep, and ensure that your internal systems are running at optimum capacity, including your GI system.

Combine chiropractic treatment with a healthy diet. Vitamin C helps boost your immune system as well and so does elderberry extract, red peppers, and a number of other healthy foods. Getting out in the sun is also good for your immune system as well, giving your body crucial Vitamin D.

Contact Espinosa Family Chiropractic to learn more about how our treatments help our patients mount serious defenses against cold and flu.

When we think of chiropractic treatment, many of us think “Car Accident,” or “Lower Back Problems,” and even things like “Workplace Injuries.”

Not many folks out there view chiropractic treatment as it should be viewed, as a drug-free wellness service geared toward patients from all walks of life.

When we get through our 20s and 30s our bodies are likely starting to feel the daily grind we’ve been putting ourselves through over and over again. Gravity starts to set in and our spines might be starting to get misaligned due to poor posture and overuse.

For our 40+ patients chiropractic treatment offers the following benefits:

• Better Night of Sleep
• Drug-Free Pain Relief 
• Improved Flexibility
• Improved Mobility
• Improved Cognitive Function
• GI System Boost
• Immune System Boost
• Mood Boost
• And Much, Much More!

If you’re wondering how to get over any sort of humps that might be holding you back in your life, chiropractic might be the secret you’ve been looking for. Contact Espinosa Family Chiropractic to learn more about how our treatments keep patients of all ages healthy and well. 

At Espinosa Family Chiropractic we deeply understand how this November might be a stressful month. For one, we have a stressful election on our hands. Second, we’re in a global pandemic. Third, the holiday season is quickly approaching.

If we don’t keep our wits about us and our health and wellness routines in check, anything can happen this month.

First, take the time to meditate and practice mindfulness exercises, which go a long way in quieting even the most restless minds.

Next, exercise until you’re tired, which will help you burn your energy in the right places, instead of tossing and turning in bed at night worrying about all the things you can’t change. Working on your diet is also a great idea — eating clean, whole foods and staying hydrated are two keys to building a healthy mind, body, and life.

Chiropractic treatment is also an amazing avenue this month to double-down on your wellness. Our treatments at Espinosa Family Chiropractic have been shown to improve flexibility, reduce anxiety, promote a better night of sleep, and much, much more. We’re open during this COVID-19 pandemic and taking every measure to keep our facilities clean and safe for our patients and community. Contact us today to schedule your consultation.

If you’re looking for ways to stay active and fit this Fall season, then Espinosa Family Wellness has you covered!

First, take your exercises outdoors, which will help you recharge a bit and get some fresh air. You’ll also find yourself working different muscles than you would on the treadmill since you’re not on a running track. You can either trail run outdoors or take your active recovery regiment outside to a secret nature spot. We won’t tell!

Next, try to incorporate some bonafide Fall flavors into your nutrition plan — and we don’t mean pumpkin spice lattes over here. Prepare some hearty roasted Fall vegetables — squash, zucchini, cabbage, and Brussels sprouts are all packed with essential vitamins and minerals that will power you through the Fall season.

Lastly, chiropractic treatment is a great way to rid yourself of those cold season aches and pains you’ve been living with. Our treatments provide drug-free pain relief that helps our patients avoid prescription drug usage. We’re all about keeping our patients healthy and well full time over at Espinosa Family Chiropractic. Contact us today to learn more about how we’re helping patients stay safe and healthy during this pandemic.

The short answer is a resounding YES.

Chiropractic treatment has been shown to benefit athletes in numerous ways. One simple chiropractic treatment can help basketball players get a better night of sleep, even after a hard day of training. Chiropractic adjustments also provide drug-free pain relief, which will help you stay in the game, even with those aches and pains that come about from jumping up and down on the hardwood court.

Basketball is just pain hard on the joints, and chiropractic treatment is the perfect antidote. The sooner you start exploring the benefits of chiropractic treatment, the more your body will thank you for your choice. Contact Espinosa Family Chiropractic today to schedule your consultation. We have a long track record of keeping athletes healthy, happy, and at the top of their game.

When people think of the chiropractor, they often think of an elderly patient having back trouble, or a patient seeing a chiropractor in the aftermath of an automobile accident, however, chiropractic treatment stands to benefit patients of all ages and from all walks of life — even those who perceive themselves to be 100% healthy.

One simple chiropractic adjustment stands to provide a plethora of benefits to our patients in their 20s especially.

Below, Espinosa Family Chiropractic discusses a few health benefits those in their 20s can glean from chiropractic treatment.

The Perfect Antidote for the Daily Grind

If you’re out there hustling, it’s likely that you’re either driving to and from work, not to mention sitting in front of a computer during your job, or, at the very least sitting in front of the TV after a hard day’s work to decompress. All of these activities put a ton of strain on your spine. A good chiropractor can help alleviate the pain and tension that you experience from your daily routine, setting you up for success on a daily basis.

Get a Better Night of Sleep

Just like after a good yoga class, a great session with your local chiropractor will have you feeling peaceful, serene, and as though you could sleep like a baby. Re-adjusting the spine helps the body function properly, which ensures that your energy is spent in the right places. Chiropractic treatment has even been shown to benefit those who suffer from insomnia.

Active Recovery

If you’re an active twenty-something, it’s time to devise an active recovery plan for your off days, which should include yoga or some type of stretching, not to mention chiropractic treatment, which will help ease tension from activity, increase flexibility, and improve range of motion as well. Contact Espinosa Family Chiropractic today to schedule your consultation if you think you’re a twenty-something who could benefit from one simple adjustment.