Fairfax Sports Chiropractic & Rehab

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05/21/2018

CLARKSBURG — A new law sets limits on opioid prescriptions and mandates that health-care practitioners prescribe or recommend physical therapy, occupational therapy, acupuncture, massage therapy and chiropractic care for new

05/11/2018

Mother's day is approaching... Treat her to a nice lunch and workout this weekend! 💪

05/01/2018

Brand new newsletter posted.🌞 Take a look on our website! ⬇️

Fairfax Chiropractor. Dr James Kim provides Sports Chiropractic, Rehab, Neck Pain, Lower Back Pain, Car Accident, Spinal Decompression, Sports Injury to the following locations: Annandale, VA, Centerville, VA, Falls Church, VA.

04/25/2018

Orthotics do not have to be custom made to help your body, but they are extremely useful with reducing body pain and increasing function.

Chiropractic + Shoe Orthotics Can Help Chronic Low Back Pain When one area of the body hurts, it’s only natural to seek treatment methods which address that particular area. If your bicep is sore, you wouldn’t apply ice or heat to your thigh muscle. Or, if you noticed stiffness and tension in yo...

04/21/2018

One of our specialties... Don't let injuries from auto accidents sneak up on you!

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administrations reports that more than two million people are injured every year in auto-related accidents involving either a passenger vehicle, large truck, or motorcycle. Furthermore, that number appears to be climbing at an alarming rate, increasing more than f...

04/17/2018

Have you ever had a throbbing discomfort for a headache? These headaches that originate in the neck area and present in the head respond well to Chiropractic care.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), headache pain is “extremely common,” with headache disorders—which are characterized as head pain that is repeated in nature—afflicting as many as one in 20 individuals on a daily or almost-daily basis. An additional one in seven people deal ...

04/14/2018

PSA: Chiropractic care is a proven safe and effective approach for both chronic and acute back pain.🗣️

A new study just published in the Journal of the American Medical Association finds that opioids are not an effective solution for chronic pain. In this article, researchers from the University of Minnesota studied 240 patients who had chronic back, hip, or knee arthritis pain. Half of the study sub...

04/09/2018

It's important to know how to breathe while exercising. Tai Chi focuses on your mental health along with your physical health. It has even been shown to help with getting a good night's sleep. Learn more by reading the article below.

TUESDAY, Oct. 24, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- If you're looking for a low-impact exercise that can have a big impact on your quality of life, give Tai Chi a try. This ancient Chinese practice combines slow, flowing movement with meditation and deep breathing.

04/05/2018

Ever heard of "No Pain, No Gain?" While it's okay to push yourself when working out, you should not work out to feel pain. The newsletter explains it all. Check it out!

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 17, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Many people think if they're not sore after a workout, they didn't push themselves hard enough. But some experts challenge this view.

04/01/2018

Happy holidays everyone! It's also the 1st of the month, which means we have a new newsletter for you all. Head over to our website and check it out!

Fairfax Chiropractor. Dr James Kim provides Sports Chiropractic, Rehab, Neck Pain, Lower Back Pain, Car Accident, Spinal Decompression, Sports Injury to the following locations: Annandale, VA, Centerville, VA, Falls Church, VA.

03/28/2018

Is your resolution for 2018 to get in shape? If you are blindly exercising, read this newsletter to help establish milestone goals!

THURSDAY, Feb. 1, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- A goal like having a flat stomach may give you the initial impetus to start exercising, but may not be enough to keep you on track.

03/23/2018

Back pain? Chiropractic care may be the answer!

Learn more from WebMD about a chiropractor's role in treating back pain.

03/20/2018

The good and the bad of the chiropractic profession. Many questions are answered by this article. Do you have any other questions regarding chiropractic care?

An overview of chiropractic controversies like aggressive billing, treating kids, and the risks of neck manipulation. Heavily referenced.

03/17/2018

"...Spinal manipulation was significantly better than nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug diclofenac..." Try chiropractic care before pain medication!

By Jeff S. Williams, DC Article: Spinal high-velocity low amplitude manipulation in acute nonspecific low back pain: a double-blinded randomized controlled trial in comparison with diclofenac and placebo. Authors: von Heymann WJ, Schloemer P, Timm J, Muehlbauer B. Publication Information: Spine (Phi...

03/09/2018

We hope everyone enjoyed International Women's Day! ♀️

03/02/2018

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Fairfax Sports Chiropractic and Rehab providing chiropractic care. Dr. James Kim is a well-trained Fairfax Chiropractor providing chiropractic care, call us today!!

02/28/2018

We are looking for ideas for material. 🤔🤔 Any followers play sports? Has anyone been injured and would like to know more about prevention and strengthing? Does anyone want more ideas for a workout routine? Let us know in the comments 👇

02/23/2018

INFORMATION: Back-related leg pain is often disabling and costly. In people with back-related leg pain, spinal manipulation therapy (SMT) plus home exercise and advice (HEA) provided more short-term improvement in pain and ability than HEA alone.

Chiropractic care including the use of spinal manipulation therapy in conjunction with home exercise and advice offers a safe and conservative approach to effectively reduce hindering and costly back-related leg pain.

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02/21/2018

We hope everyone is enjoying the weather. It's a great evening to go exercise!🌞🌞

02/13/2018

We often tell people to warm up before any physical activity. This article discusses the best way to warm up, especially in the frigid weather.

Winter recreational activities can pose painful problems for the outdoor enthusiast who is not in the best condition. Preparing your body before participating in winter sports such as snowboarding, skiing or ice-skating decreases the potential for spasms, strains and sprains, according to the Americ...

02/10/2018

Many workout tapes and classes use resistance bands. Do you know if you are using them correctly?

FRIDAY, Nov. 24, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- Stretchy resistance bands go anywhere and can be used by almost anyone. They're also as effective as they are inexpensive.

02/07/2018

If you enjoy running or are interested in running, this will be an interesting read!

It’s that time of year when weekend warriors are training for their next big race—whether that be a 5k, half marathon or full marathon. Many runners feel invincible, thinking they’ll be free from injuries or power through the pain, but in reality, the strenuous competition can take a toll on j...

02/03/2018

On a scale of 1-10, how would you rate your balance?

MONDAY, Dec. 4, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- You probably take balance for granted, but it's a motor skill that benefits from training throughout life.

01/30/2018

Opioids are currently big in the news. Here are 7 signs and symptoms that prescription opioids are posing an issue for the person using them.

When a physician prescribes an opioid -- such as oxycodone (OxyContin, Roxicodone) and those containing hydrocodone (Vicodin, Lortab, Norco) -- to help you or a loved one to manage nagging back pain, the last thing on your mind is that the drug is addictive and may lead to dependency, drug abuse, or...

01/27/2018

INFORMATION: Back-related leg pain is often disabling and costly. In people with back-related leg pain, spinal manipulation therapy (SMT) plus home exercise and advice (HEA) provided more short-term improvement in pain and ability than HEA alone.

Chiropractic care including the use of spinal manipulation therapy in conjunction with home exercise and advice offers a safe and conservative approach to effectively reduce hindering and costly back-related leg pain.

01/23/2018

Snow is around the corner, but you can still exercise outdoors. Find out how by clicking on the article! Note: There's tips for shoveling snow included!

Preparing for Outdoor Winter Activities Posted in: Seasonal, Sports & Excercise When snow, ice and frigid weather blast into town, watch out, says the American Chiropractic Association (ACA). Winter recreational activities and chores can pose problems for the outdoor enthusiast whose body is not in�...

01/20/2018

Do you know the effects of painkillers on your body?

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01/16/2018

Many people suffer from Arthritis. Acupuncture may curb pain by boosting the amount of natural pain killers your body makes, called endorphins. Let us know if you want to know more!

It's a form of traditional Chinese medicine. It aims to correct imbalances of energy, or “chi,” in the body. To do that, practitioners use very fine stainless-steel needles to stimulate the body's 14 major energy-carrying channels, or “meridians.”

01/12/2018

"...There are safe and effective non-drug treatment options available... Chiropractors are experts in spinal manipulation and trained to offer ergonomic, lifestyle and nutrition counseling to help patients strengthen their spines, enhance overall health and prevent back pain."

The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and chiropractors nationwide will observe National Chiropractic Health Month (NCHM) this October by sharing information on back pain prevention and the value of a conservative approach to treatment with the theme “Back to Basics.”