Thigpen Chiropractic

11/03/2025

11/01/2025

“Sugar and the Nervous System”

10/30/2025

What’s the best exercise combo for older adults with back pain? 💡

A study found that trunk muscle strengthening helps, but combining it with aerobic exercise delivers bigger wins—less pain, better function, lower fall risk, and improved mood.

So, resistance exercise builds stability, but moving your heart amplifies results, too. Call our office today so we can help you get started! 📞



Source: Kuzu Ş, et al. BMC Sports Sci Med Rehabil. July 2025.

10/29/2025

Happy Halloween!

Halloween fun doesn’t have to come with a sugar hangover 🎃
Enjoy the night, stay safe, hydrate, and be mindful about those treats — your body (and brain) will thank you! 🧠🍬👻

10/28/2025

Have hip pain? It might not just be your hip. 🦴

Sometimes hip pain (like hip impingement, when the joint doesn’t move smoothly) shows up along with problems in the low back or the SI joint—the joint that connects your spine and pelvis. Researchers found:

🔹 Many people with hip issues also have SI joint problems
🔹 Spine problems can sometimes cause hip changes too
🔹 Having both hip and back issues can make recovery slower

👉 Takeaway: Hip pain and back pain often go hand-in-hand. If your hip keeps bothering you, it’s worth checking the whole picture. Call our office today to schedule your appointment! 📞



Source: Ubong SE, et al. Int Orthop. March 2025.

10/28/2025

Happy Birthday Dr. Thigpen!

10/24/2025

“Rest, Hydrate, and Rebuild”

10/23/2025

📱 More screen time = higher health risks!

Kids and teens who spend lots of time on screens have a greater risk of future heart and metabolic issues—especially if they aren’t getting enough sleep.

Family reminder: less screen, more sleep, more movement! 💛

Learn more about healthy screen and cell phone use here: https://bit.ly/3rl2Wto



Source: Horner D, et al. medRxiv. July 2024.

10/23/2025

We just received another great review on Google:

10/22/2025

Flu Season Tips From Dr. Reese! ⁠
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Flu season is here—but your immune system has your back when you give it the right support! 🌙💧🍎

Small, daily habits can make a big difference in keeping you healthy this fall.

10/21/2025

Your back muscles play a big role in how your spine feels. 💪

Research shows that people with ongoing low back pain often have weaker muscles and more fatty tissue in their backs—especially in the muscles that help stabilize the spine. Over time, this can make pain worse.

The good news? Stronger, healthier back muscles are linked to less pain and a better quality of life. 🙌

If back pain keeps returning, we can help you build a plan to restore muscle health. Call today or schedule your appointment! 📞



Source: Liu S, et al.European Radiology. December 2024.