Dixie Dundas Chiropractic & Acupuncture Clinic

02/04/2026

Every January, people say they want to “eat better,” “exercise more,” or “reduce stress.” But what most people truly want is something deeper: a lifestyle that feels good and actually lasts.If 2025 felt overwhelming, long days, short sleep, nonstop stress — you’re not alone. Many peo...

02/03/2026

At Dixie Dundas Chiropractic, we’re using this month as a reminder that taking care of your heart doesn’t have to be complicated. Small things matter. Choosing movement. Choosing foods that make you feel good. Choosing moments of calm in the middle of a busy week. And yes, choosing to care for your spine and nervous system so your body can function at its best.

Your health isn’t about perfection; it’s about paying attention to the signals your body sends and giving yourself permission to make heart-healthy choices, one day, one habit at a time.

01/30/2026

Scoliosis often begins during childhood growth spurts, and early detection is the key to keeping it from progressing. Parents don’t always notice the small signs at first: uneven shoulders, a tilted head, hips that don’t line up, or a child who always carries their backpack on one side.

Chiropractic can help support healthy spinal alignment and mobility while kids grow. Regular posture checks give us a chance to catch changes early and keep your child moving, feeling, and growing at their best.

If you’ve been noticing posture shifts, let’s take a look.

01/30/2026

Spinal stenosis happens when the spaces in your spine begin to narrow, putting pressure on the nerves. It’s more common as we age, but that doesn’t mean you have to “just live with it.”

Gentle chiropractic adjustments can help improve mobility, reduce nerve irritation, and support better function so everyday activities feel easier again. Pairing adjustments with simple at-home stretches and movement can make a big difference in long-term comfort.

If you’ve noticed more stiffness, leg pain, or standing/walking has become harder, it may be time for a spine check.

01/29/2026

01/27/2026

As we get ready to close out the first month of the new year, where are you on your health goals? Are you finding them difficult to manage? This week's blog talks about why routines really do matter.

Every January, people say they want to “eat better,” “exercise more,” or “reduce stress.” But what most people truly want is something deeper: a lifestyle that feels good and actually lasts.If 2025 felt overwhelming, long days, short sleep, nonstop stress — you’re not alone. Many peo...

01/26/2026

So many people live with discomfort longer than they should, not realizing their body just needs the right support. Chiropractic helps remove stress and tension from the spine and nervous system, allowing your body to heal more efficiently.

When your body is supported, healing becomes possible.

01/24/2026

Our bodies are incredibly good at adapting to stress, poor posture, old injuries, busy schedules, and the environments we live in every day. Over time, tension, stiffness, fatigue, and low-level discomfort start to feel normal, even when they don’t have to be.

The challenge is that when we stop listening to our bodies, we often miss the early signals asking for support. And it’s not just about you. When one family member is run down, stressed, or in pain, it affects everyone at home.

Chiropracticisn’t just about fixing what hurts. It’s about helping the body function better, move easier, and adapt more efficiently, so you and your family can feel your best, not just “fine.”

Sometimes the biggest shift starts with simply listening.

01/22/2026

Spending hours looking down at screens can take a toll on posture, balance, and even your mood. A simple walk — especially without your phone — helps reset your posture, engages stabilizing muscles, improves circulation, and gives your nervous system a much-needed break.

Walking also boosts mood, reduces stress, and supports better balance as we age. It doesn’t have to be long or intense, just intentional. Fresh air, natural movement, and a moment to look up instead of down can make a bigger difference than you think.

Your spine, joints, and mind all benefit when you move more and scroll less.

01/20/2026

Your Body Isn’t Broken — It’s Ready to Rebound

If you’ve been living with pain, stiffness, fatigue, or that constant feeling of being “off,” you’re not at a dead end: you’re at a turning point. Your body hasn’t stopped trying. It’s simply asking for support, relief, and a chance to realign so it can do what it’s designed to do: heal.

This month’s blog dives into how chiropractic helps your system reset, reduce tension and inflammation, and restore the resilience you thought you’d lost.

Your body is extraordinary. Even when you’re tired, stressed, or dealing with chronic pain, your body is always working to heal, restore, and rebalance you. Sometimes, though, life gets in the way, stress piles up, inflammation builds, tension increases, and mobility decreases.But here’s the hop...

01/17/2026

As temperatures drop, muscles tend to tighten, and joints may feel stiffer, less mobile, and more painful. For people living with arthritis, this seasonal change can make everyday movement feel harder than it should.

Chiropractic may help lessen arthritis-related discomfort by improving joint mobility, reducing mechanical stress, and supporting better alignment. When joints move more freely, and surrounding tissues aren’t working overtime to compensate, many people notice less stiffness and improved comfort, even during colder months.

While chiropractic doesn’t cure arthritis, it can be a valuable part of a conservative, natural approach to managing pain and staying active year-round. Keeping joints moving, supported, and properly aligned matters, especially when the cold sets in.