Today, the world is smaller than ever before. You could start your day with a hearty breakfast in Peoria, IL and end it with a late-night dinner on the Nile. Unfortunately, along with your return baggage, you may also bring with you an unintended souvenir: bacteria and viruses. The best defense against these kinds of …
Category: chiropractic care
Driving Can Be Bad For Your (Spine) Health
In the last few years, truck stops have been adding new additions―chiropractor offices. Now, along with catching a shower, some food, and maybe a haircut, truckers can get a spinal adjustment. It’s really no wonder why. Anyone who has driven a long distance know’s that driving can be hard on the back. When you sit …
Fun Facts About the Spine
Most people don’t think about the spine until their back hurts. But the human spine is an amazing structure. Its 24 vertebrae, 120 muscles, 100 joints, and 220 ligaments give us the rigid strength to stand up and the flexibility to move in many directions. It houses and protects the spinal cord which is part …
Celebrate Valenspine’s Day With Better Spine Health
Mid-February is just around the corner and you know what that means… Valenspine’s Day! That’s right! February 14th is Valenspine’s Day! How does one celebrate Valenspine’s Day, you ask? Why, by showing your spine how much you love it, of course! The health of your spine is vital to the health of your whole body. …