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Functional training is a hot topic currently among athletes of all kinds.  Fitness enthusiasts are also turning to functional training because it’s a common-sense approach which enhances overall wellness and physical function. Functional training is geared to improving biomechanics and the general response of the body overall, through targeted exercises which mimic the daily activities […]

I frequently talk about CrossFit on this blog.  It’s an extremely popular way of working out.  Offering a full body workout which is intense and time-efficient, people are drawn to its focus on body strength, agility and endurance. But there’s no such thing as an exercise regimen that works for every single person who tries […]

When we’re talking about the core, we’re not just discussing the external abdominal muscles.  In terms of spine health, those are the least important. Many people dream of having the perfect abs, but they have a primarily cosmetic value.  The core that serves your spine health is not flashy, but it’s the key to the […]

Chiropractors, as I’ve mentioned before, use their hands as a first line diagnostic tool.  Our hands are trained to detect subtle signs of the source of patient discomfort and pain.  Years of instruction and almost 1,000 hours of interning in a professional environment are how we learn to use this tool effectively. So, do our […]

  Baseball fans know how hard players work on the diamond.  We tend not to think of baseball as a contact sport, but have you ever watched a collision on base?  Brutal. Contact sport or not, over a quarter of a million players wind up in emergency every year, due to their efforts.  That’s no […]

Chiropractic is a hands-on profession.  My hands are trained to deliver healing by solving problems in the musculoskeletal system. So, how do chiropractors know where to adjust?  It’s not a guessing game.  Through various explorations, we find the source of the problem and then address the root cause with manipulation, adjustment or other techniques employed […]

When you ask a lot of your body, it sometimes objects.  Years of repetitive movement and overuse can lead to adhesions in the soft tissue, provoking painful conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome. Your muscles can also suffer damage like tiny tears and oxygen-deprivation. When scar tissue forms in your muscle mass, you lose valuable mobility, […]

Recovery after an intense game of baseball, whether amateur or professional, is essential to keep your body working the way you need it to in team sports. You’re demanding a lot of yourself, so smart recovery is an essential part of the game.  It’s what keeps you playing. In this post, we’ll look at active […]

Acupuncture is an ancient practice originating in China which has made inroads in the West over the past century.  While initially received with suspicion and skepticism, acupuncture is now viewed as a viable complementary medical discipline which has a positive impact on patients suffering from pain and other physical conditions. The benefits of acupuncture therapy […]

The spine is complex.  Consisting not only of bones, but of nerves and soft tissue that protects the vertebrae, your spine is to be approached with great respect.  It’s the pillar of your body, so whatever therapy you choose to address dysfunction in the spinal column is a matter of careful forethought and consideration. A […]