3 out of 4 people suffer from gum disease -- from mild cases of gingivitis, to periodontitis. Only 3% seek treatment for their gum disease. Research indicates gum disease may be linked to other diseases, including diabetes, heart disease and certain forms of cancer. Red, swollen and bleeding gums... read more ⇒

1) Invest in a good pair of workout shoes. Make sure they have good cushioning and arch support and feel so good you'll look forward to putting them on. Stay away from high-top shoes because too much ankle support over time can actually make the joints weaker. 2) Find a buddy, a class, or a... read more ⇒

We are about 1 cm taller in the morning than in the evening. Why? Gravity and atmospheric pressure compresses your discs, causing you to shorten. After a good night's sleep, the discs can regain their height because your body weight is not as great when lying down. Guyton... read more ⇒

Research suggests drinking tea may have effects on body weight, fat accumulation and insulin activity. After three months of consumption of Green Tea extract by moderately obese patients, their body weight decreased by 4.6% and waist circumference decreased by 4.5%. American Journal Clinical... read more ⇒

It was a nice Friday night at home with the family. Jarrod had been out fishing that afternoon, and now it was bath time. Braelyn has always enjoyed bath time. Whoever knew foam ABCs would be such a big hit? Brant has recently decided that just sitting in the bath tub isn’t nearly as fun as... read more ⇒

Heart disease is the number one killer in America. The American Heart Association (AHA) says they have identified 7 steps to achieving a healthy heart. And, just like so many other important things in life – these “steps” may be “simple”… but they will not always be easy. Published in... read more ⇒

Chiropractic care for patients with low back pain (LBP) not only includes spinal manipulation or adjustments but also patient education in regards to heat/ice, performing daily activities and exercise. Heat vs. Ice: This topic is controversial, as often, patients will be told by their friends... read more ⇒

“I woke up this morning with an excruciating headache. I thought the top of my head was going to blow off!” “I notice as the day goes on, tightness in my neck worsens and I get a headache usually by 2-3pm.” “I don’t know if I can do my work with my headaches.” These are common... read more ⇒

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome or CTS is a very common problem affecting many workers and is one of the most costly conditions afflicting today’s workforce. It is most often caused by repetitive activity using rapid movements of the arms and hands and can lead to work loss and disability when not... read more ⇒

Whiplash is a very common problem afflicting millions of people each year. In fact, there are more than 6 million car accidents each year in the United States alone. Death associated with car accidents occurs every 12 minutes and each year, motor vehicle collisions (MVC) kill 40,000 people. For... read more ⇒