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12/18/2025
With winter break approaching, it may be time for a backpack check! 🎒❄️
Backpacks can fill up fast with books, laptops, and gear, adding extra strain on the spine.
Keep backpack weight below 10% of body weight to protect your spine.
A quick check today can prevent pain tomorrow. Check out this infographic for more helpful tips! https://bit.ly/3WRrgEs
Source: Chen YL, et al. Scientific Reports. October 2025.
12/17/2025
New research found that people with low back pain who also had digestive issues (like bloating or indigestion) recovered more slowly and experienced more pain.
This suggests that gut health can influence back pain recovery; they’re more connected than you might think. 🌿
At our clinic, we focus on treating the whole person, not just the pain point. 💪
If your gut’s unhappy, your back might be too. Let’s get you feeling better. Book your appointment today to start healing from the inside out ✨
Source: Lee JH, et al. Journal of Clinical Medicine. October 2025.
12/16/2025
Winter brings more than cooler temperatures—it also brings extra stress on your body and a higher chance of getting sick. 🤒
Supporting your immune system through good nutrition, adequate sleep, hydration, and regular physical activity can help you stay strong throughout the season.
Discover more ways to boost your immunity and stay healthy this winter with this infographic! ✅ https://bit.ly/48XAGBt
12/15/2025
If your Achilles tendon hurts, performing heel raises correctly might make a significant difference in your pain relief. 👣
Your Achilles takes a lot of stress every time you walk, run, or jump. Pain can result from overuse, sudden changes in activity, weak calf muscles, or stiff ankles. ⚡
Studies show that the right pace, number of repetitions, and type of movement help your tendon heal safely. ✅
At our clinic, we guide you through gentle, step-by-step exercises to help rebuild your strength and return to your daily activities.
Contact our office today to be added to our books! 📞
Source: Demangeot Y, et al. British Journal of Sports Medicine. August 2025.
12/12/2025
As the holiday season approaches, many of us are spending hours wrapping gifts. 🎁
Long periods of sitting, bending, or twisting can strain your back.
Try these simple ways to protect your spine:
✅ Use a sturdy table instead of the floor
✅ Keep supplies within easy reach
✅ Alternate between sitting and standing
Making small adjustments while wrapping gifts is important. Check out this infographic for more helpful tips this holiday season! ✨ https://bit.ly/3XnslmV
12/11/2025
Did you know there are more than 100 different types of headaches? 🤯
About 65% of people will get a headache each year, with tension-type headaches and migraines being the most common.
The good news? Both can be alleviated with chiropractic care!
If headaches are slowing you down, book a visit and let us help you find the best treatment plan.
In the meantime, check out this video to learn what works!
Source: Sánchez-Sabater A, et al. Musculoskeletal Science and Practice. July 2025.
12/08/2025
Did you know your rib cage and breathing can affect back pain? 🌬️
New research suggests that improved thoracic mobility and breathing can alleviate movement fear, a significant factor in pain recovery. 🙌
Better breathing = better movement = less pain.
Book your visit today and start moving with confidence again! ✨
Source: Mansouri Josheqan S, et al. Disability and Rehabilitation. October 2025.
12/05/2025
Want to support your brain health? Lace up your shoes! 👟
A new study found that in older adults, walking 5,000–7,500 steps per day was associated with slower mental decline, even in those with early signs of Alzheimer’s.
Movement helps the brain clear harmful proteins that contribute to the development of Alzheimer’s disease.
Next time you walk the dog, park farther away, or take the stairs, remember: you’re not just exercising… you’re investing in your future brain. 🧠
Check out this infographic to learn more ways to help prevent dementia. https://bit.ly/3LAvltC
Source: Wai-Ying WY, et al. Nature Medicine. November 2025.
12/04/2025
Your overall health affects your spine more than you might think.
High cholesterol, for example, is a risk factor for disc degeneration. ⚠️
While strength, flexibility, and posture are important, factors such as diet and circulation also play a role.
That’s why we take a whole-body approach to your care. Book a visit for a complete spine check-up today! ✨
Source: Chang SJ, et al. Lipids in Health and Disease. October 2025.
12/03/2025
💥 What’s the most effective treatment for low back pain?
According to recent research, it’s spinal adjustments + exercise. That's exactly what we provide here in our clinic. 🙌
If you’ve been dealing with lower back pain, don’t wait for it to get worse. Book your appointment today for effective, evidence-based care that gets results. 💪
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Elite would like to welcome Kat Brady, L.M.T. to our clinic!
Elite Spinal Health and Wellness would like to welcome Kat Brady, L.M.T. to our clinic! Dr. Chavis is excited to bring Kat to Elite in order to provide yet another level of knowledge and talent to not only our patients but the entire community! Her experience in the field of soft tissue work is vast and impressive.
Kat comes to our facility with almost 25 years experience. She holds a BS in Community Health Education from Towson University, is a licensed Massage Therapist and a personal trainer/nutritional consultant. Kat is knowledgeable in all areas of massage and has numerous certifications such as sports, pregnancy, Thai and Cancer to name a few. She spent over 10 years teaching in the massage therapy department at CCBC as well.
Kat also works with a variety of clients in her personal training business. She has certifications in Spinal Stability, pre and post- rehabilitation, biomechanics, senior exercise and athletic conditioning.
Kat has played sports all her life starting with lacrosse and soccer in high school. She then started a love affair with running. She has participated in over 20 Ultra Trail running events as well as numrous, half-marathons and marathons. Kat is also an avid triathlete, qualifying for several national teams and completing a full Ironman. Her long-loving involvement in sports helps her facilitate exercise and therapy treatments to effectively relieve pain and correct muscular imbalances.
Kats backgound includes study/certifications also in:
We are scheduling NOW! If it’s your first visit you will receive 20% off you initial treatment! Please like and share this for your friends and family who are in need of relief or wellness care! You do not need to be a patient (although we would love to help you as well) but will receive discounted rates as a patient of Dr. C! Call or schedule thorugh our Facebook scheduler! 443-819-3132.