Chiropractic Blog
Decompression is therapy for your spine Among the different kinds of decompression (simple stretching, nonsurgical and surgical), the underlying theory is the same: by changing the position of the spine, we can alleviate pressure on the spinal canal and nerves to effect improvements in back pain. Nonsurgical decompression, of the kind we offer at Espinosa…
What daily action do you take in support of your spine? If you are a chronic sitter, proactive spinal care is a must. There is no disagreement among health professionals that sitting is the worst possible position for your spine. It puts more pressure on the spine than any standing or lying down, and the…
Take a moment to apologize to your neck You may not mean to impose so much tension upon this sensitive structure but, nonetheless, you still find yourself leaving work each day with a sore, stiff neck. It used to be that too much reading posed a significant threat to the cervical spine; now it is…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…