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01/26/2023

Raise your hand if you love the chiropractor!

Some people express surprise when they learn I treat babies. Treatment is very gentle, and little ones can even be so unbothered by it, they even sleep through it. This little one's smile says it all- do you think she's a fan of Dr. Shannon??

01/04/2023

Time flies when you're having fun! It's been two years since I joined the family! 🥰

I am truly blessed to do what I love every day, and I have met some incredible people along the way! 🥰

To my patients- thank you for allowing me to be a part of your healthcare team. You are a fantastic part of my day, and it makes me so happy to help you live your best life 🥰

To all the lovely people I work with- thank you for helping me to continue to learn and grow, and for all the love and support along the way 🥰

Here's to another year of Dr. Shannon 🥳🙌🥰

07/04/2021

My best friend asked me to spend the rest of our lives together ❤ to my Josh, thank you for being my biggest supporter, my rock, my adventure buddy, and for being someone who can always put a smile on my face even in the darkest of days ❤ I love you so much, and I am so happy you came into my life ❤

I never thought that I'd experience a love like this, and I fall more in love with you every day ❤ here's to many more years of adventure, laughter and love! My Josh, you came into my life for a reason, I'm so happy we have found love through many seasons, and I look forward to happiness with you for the rest of my lifetime ❤ 7.2.2021

06/22/2021

👋 Dr. Shannon, what will happen during a treatment? Every chiropractor practices differently, but there are a variety of treatments a chiropractor may use.

👋 Soft tissue work is a part of a typical treatment with me. Working on trigger points and tight muscles can help to alleviate day to day pain and correct any dysfunction.

👋 Stretching and exercises are something else that you can expect. Both are an important part of treatment and are a good thing to have in your back pocket for when you may not be able to see a chiropractor. Stretching helps to maintain mobility, and exercises help to increase stability and prevent future injury.

👋 Adjustments- I typically get asked "what about the cracking?" An adjustment helps to maintain proper motion in the spine. It is safe to perform. The noise is gas escaping the joint, not any injury to the bone or bones breaking.

👋 Questions about chiropractic? Curious about what I can do for you? Send me a message, or visit https://linktr.ee/dr.shannon to book

06/11/2021

😴 A good night's sleep is one of the important pillars of health- getting an abundance, or a lack thereof, can affect your health! But Dr. Shannon, I'm laying there doing nothing, snoozing away... how can sleep affect me?

😴 The average person needs approximately 8 hours of sleep a night. Sleep is an essential time for our bodies to rest and recover. There are several benefits of being well rested.

😴Heart health is affected by a good night's sleep. When you sleep, your blood pressure goes down. This gives your heart and blood vessels a bit of a rest, decreasing the amount of time your body spends at a high blood pressure in a 24 hour span. This can decrease risk of heart disease.

😴 Sleep affects both our body, and our mind. With an adequate amount of sleep, the body's hand eye coordination and reaction time improves. Muscle recovery also improves when we spend time snoozing, which can have a direct effect on injuries. Adequate amounts of sleep have even been linked to higher cognitive function and productivity.

😴 What about a lack of sleep- what's the big deal? A lack of sleep caused your body to release cortisol, a stress hormone. High levels of cortisol can be linked to increased blood pressure, weight gain, fatigue, and even anxiety.

😴 Speaking of weight gain and hormones, a lack of sleep can affect hunger levels. With limited sleep, the body will increase production of grehlin, the hormone that lets you know you are hungry, and decrease production of leptin, which is the hormone that lets your body know it is full. Looking to avoid those late night munchies?? Grab some extra ZZZ's!

😴 Visit https://linktr.ee/dr.shannon to book!

06/10/2021

🦶 Taking care of your body from the ground up- check out ankles and feet! The ankle and foot have to help us to go about our day to day lives pain free. They absorb the impact of walking, running, jumping and more!

🦶 There are 26 bones in just the foot. When the foot and ankle aren't functioning properly, it can cause a change in the force transmitted through your whole body. This can affect knees, hips, and even the lower back.

🦶 Wait a second, you can adjust ankles AND feet? Yes! The adjustment helps to gap the joint, allowing it to settle in its most optimal position. This can help with your dorsiflexion, which is when your toes come off of the ground while you walk. This can even help increase proprioception- this gives the body a better awareness and understanding of its position.

🦶 How do I know if these adjustments can help me? This adjustment can help many people. If your ankles tend to pop and click , if you feel stiffness and tightness through the foot or ankle, or even if you find your heels tend to sneak off the floor in the bottom of a squat, this may be beneficial for you!

🦶 Visit https://linktr.ee/dr.shannon to book!

06/07/2021

❗Chiropractic Care- it's a family affair! Chiropractors can treat patients who are as early as days old, through childhood, as adults, in pregnancy and into retirement.

❗Chiropractors can help with a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, including neck pain, shoulder pain, and lower back pain, among many others! If you have a concern that you'd like to have addressed, let your chiropractor know!

❗ To see a chiropractor, there does not necessarily have to be a huge trauma resulting in an injury. Chiropractors can address recurring injuries, postural stresses, or even wellness and function, to help you perform day to day activities.

❗Your question may be, what about the kiddos? To adjust a child, a decreased amount of force is used. To adjust an infant, it requires about as much force as it would take to check the ripeness of a tomato. Additionally, chiropractors can even use tools like an Activator, as a low force alternative.

❗I'm happy to answer any questions about chiropractic care, and the many benefits that come along with it. To book an appointment, visit https://linktr.ee/dr.shannon

05/21/2021

Introducing the newest member of our family- Buddy! This little fluff has stolen our hearts already, within the short time we have had him! 🐈😻🥰

A big fan of shoes, a climbing enthusiast, and an expert at the late night zoomies, Buddy is a wacky guy, and he fits in nicely! 🥰

05/04/2021

💥 Headaches ruining your day, getting out of hand? Wondering why? Here are some frequently asked questions regarding headaches

💥Why do I get headaches? There are many different reasons why a person can get headaches. They can include not drinking enough water, caffeine excess, posture issues, a lack of sleep, or tight muscles surrounding the neck and upper back.

💥My headaches are always in one spot, what can that mean? Certain muscles in the neck and upper back can cause what is called a "referral" to another area. Common points for a headache to refer to are the temples, above the eyebrows , or at the base of the skull

💥 What can a chiropractor do? A chiropractor can take many different routes to help you! This includes performing soft tissue release, providing you with stretches to help relieve tension, and performing a neck adjustment!

💥Questions? Send me a message, or visit the link in my bio to book! May the force be with you this Star Wars day!

04/12/2021

Navigating childhood injury- what to do? 🤕 🤔

This little one fell and broke her collarbone a little over a month ago. Even though she has gotten her doctor's approval that the break itself is healed, she is still finding it difficult to not hold her arm tucked close to her body, like it is still in her sling.

After some gentle muscle release, shoulder mobilization, and a little rock tape, this patient is able to lift her arm further than before. Great job! 👍

This patient gives her treatment plan a big thumbs up! It made the visit even better that she got to choose some stickers to bring home with her. Here's to being able to run and play like before! 🤸‍♀️

Questions about a child's injury? Curious to see how the chiropractor can help? Send me a message, or visit the link in my bio to book!

📷 posted with permission

04/10/2021

Belly taping? What's that? 🤔

As the pregnant belly grows, it can change the way weight is distributed throughout the muscles and joints of the body. This excess strain can cause mom to feel additional pressure, aches, pains and even fatigue. 🤰

Belly taping is a way to alleviate some of that extra pressure, and give mommas to be a little extra support! 💪

Questions about how a chiropractor can help during pregnancy? Send me a message, or visit the link in my bio to book.

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03/08/2021

I am very happy that I am surrounded by many strong, amazing women. All of these incredible humans have supported my dreams, taught me that anything is possible, and made my world a better place ❤ If you are lucky to know them, all of these ladies are kind, thoughtful, and supportive , and I am thankful for each and every one of them ❤ Love you all!

The theme for this year's International Women's Day is "Choose to Challenge". Empower those around you to believe that they are capable of more than they ever dreamed of ❤ Shoot for the moon, and chase those dreams. Every moment of adversity provides an opportunity for growth. Surround yourself with those who challenge you, and enrich your life ❤

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