Gearing Up For Golf

Twenty-two million Americans of all ages, shapes, sizes and ages play golf.  The pros make it look easy, but golf can be hard on your body, especially your back.  “Golf-related injuries send thousands of people to emergency rooms every year.”  (source: Mayo Clinic Health Letter) What can you do to help minimize your risk of … Read More →

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Oh, My Aching Back!

When children say their schoolwork is back-breaking, they might just be right!  The problem is their backpacks – heavily loaded with notebooks, schoolbooks, supplies, and sports equipment.  It is not just a hassle to carry  a heavy backpack; it can be dangerous.  Children are at risk of muscle fatigue or injury to their spine or … Read More →

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Will Orthotics Help Me?

A simple, but precise screening and evaluation by a specially trained orthotics professional, usually a chiropractor, orthopedic or podiatrist, will help determine if orthotics can help you. An accurate fit is essential to the success of any orthotic device.  The process starts with a cast of your foot using a soft foam mold to produce … Read More →

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Posture, Applying Good Stress

Posture Posture ranks right up at the top of the list when you are talking about good health.  it is as important as eating right, exercising, getting proper rest and avoiding potentially harmful substances like alcohol, drugs, and tobacco.  Good posture is a way of doing things with more energy, less stress and fatigue.  Without … Read More →

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