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2020 is approaching fast!
2019-11-06T10:39:36-05:00Just a reminder that as the end of the year approaches, please make sure you take advantage of all your insurance benefits! Many insurance benefits expire and reset at the end of the year on January 1st and flexible spending accounts do not roll over from year to year. So if you have these benefits [...]
Intoxicated or Intexticated?
2019-10-10T12:46:30-04:00This blog link is extremely informative on the hazards of texting and driving. Is it just as dangerous as being intoxicated or sleepy behind the wheel? Texting and driving is something that we all know NOT to do but, do we all take the warnings seriously? It feels that we need the constant distraction nowadays. [...]
We appreciate your business!
2019-10-10T12:29:15-04:00As you already know, we are a family business here in our hometown of Lake Worth. Most of our patients are neighbors, friends, their families and friends; people that help us and contribute to our community. We strive to make them feel comfortable, to help them recover from injuries, car accidents, or just maintain their [...]
The Link Between Whiplash and Fibromyalgia
2019-10-03T10:37:42-04:00It’s estimated that up to 50% of whiplash associated disorder (WAD) patients will develop chronic symptoms such as neck and upper back pain, headache, dizziness, emotional and cognitive disturbance, referred pain, and physical dysfunctions. Fibromyalgia (FM) is a condition that is also characterized by long-term, persistent symptoms such as chronic widespread musculoskeletal pain, sleep disturbance, [...]
Exercise Can Help Knee Osteoarthritis
2019-10-03T10:10:40-04:00In the face of musculoskeletal pain, it’s common to restrict activity. Unfortunately, doing so can weaken the muscles and joints in the affected area, which can prolong pain and elevate the risk for future injury. Patients with osteoarthritis of the knee often fall into this trap. So, what type of exercises are best for improving [...]
Great Exercises for Wrist Pain
2019-10-03T10:11:57-04:00There are many conditions that affect the hand and wrist: tendonitis (strains), ligament injuries (sprains), as well as carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). A contributing factor for these conditions is inflammation caused by overuse and repetitive motions. That’s why your doctor of chiropractic recommend taking mini-breaks (30 seconds to one minute) throughout a busy workday to [...]
Do Cell Phones Cause Horns?
2019-10-03T10:12:47-04:00It’s not hard to argue that nearly everyone spends too much time on their electronic devices, especially smartphones. You may be familiar with the terms “text neck” or “forward head posture”, but have you heard that excessive cellphone use may cause your body to grow horns? Could you imagine? LOL If you reach around to [...]
Staying Active Helps the Lower Back
2019-10-03T10:07:31-04:00In the past, patients may have been prescribed bed rest by their family doctor for low back pain. These days, treatment guidelines recommend staying active during the recovery process. Why the change? Ok, it goes like this... There are two types of muscles in the back: the superficial muscles and the deep muscles. The superficial [...]
Exercise Helps Preserve Brain Function
2019-04-15T14:22:56-04:00Exercise exerts beneficial effects on blood pressure, lipids, glucose tolerance, bone density, depression, and quality of life. In addition, exercise can help us preserve brain function as we age. It has to do with the way exercise. If we are breathing correctly, it causes our bodies to use more oxygen which in return helps preserve [...]