About Life Chiropractic

04/27/2026

~Key Takeaways~
🌱Children grow 50% faster during late spring and early summer due to increased vitamin D, longer daylight hours, and better sleep patterns.

💪🏼Growth spurts typically last 2-3 days to one week and are characterized by increased appetite, sleep needs, and temporary coordination difficulties.

☀️Summer growth acceleration is scientifically documented, with the strongest evidence showing height gains peak during May through July.

😴Adequate sleep is crucial for growth hormone release, which occurs primarily during deep sleep phases that are more abundant with relaxed summer schedules.

🍊Nutritional needs increase by 25-50% during growth spurts, requiring focus on protein, calcium, vitamin D, iron, and adequate hydration.

🏃🏽‍➡️Temporary coordination issues during growth spurts occur because bones grow faster than muscles can adapt, typically resolving within a few weeks.

🌷Different age groups show varying summer growth patterns, with adolescents experiencing the most dramatic pubertal growth spurts during warm months.

https://www.conwaymedicalcenter.com/news/topic/seasonal-growth-
spurts/ #:~:text=Key%20Takeaways,abundant%20with%20relaxed%20summer%20schedules.

Is your kiddo going through a growth spurt? Give us a call to help support their growth and development.

04/22/2026

✨Common Posture Traps and Risks✨
Poor body mechanics can turn gardening into a source of chronic pain or acute injury:
• Rounding the Spine: Many gardeners mistakenly create an “L-shape” by bending at the waist with straight legs, which puts intense pressure on the lower spine and vertebral discs.
• Twisting While Bending: Combining rotation with bending is one of the most vulnerable positions for the back, often leading to overstretched ligaments or muscle spasms.
• Repetitive Overuse: Performing the same motion, such as raking or weeding, for extended periods without breaks causes muscle fatigue and makes the spine susceptible to injury.
• Static Postures: Holding a single position, such as kneeling or squatting, for too long leads to muscle tension and restricted range of motion

04/20/2026

What’s stressing your kid’s spine daily?🤔

Kids’ bodies are constantly growing, adapting, and taking on stress-often without them ever saying a word.

From screen time and school posture to sports and everyday play, these small, repeated patterns can shape how their spine and nervous system function over time.

That’s why we check-not because something is “wrong,” but to support how they’re growing.

Proactive. Gentle. Purposeful.💛
Because healthy habits start early.

04/14/2026

Comment below what you and your loved ones like to do as the weather improves. 🌷✨

04/10/2026

✨The transition from winter to spring often highlights significant postural, muscular, and joint issues developed during colder months—a phenomenon known as “winter posture” or “winter hibernation”.

❄️During winter, reduced activity, increased screen time, and a subconscious tendency to hunch against the cold lead to tight chest muscles, rounded shoulders, forward head posture, and weak core muscles.

🏃🏻‍♀️As activity increases in spring, these imbalances can lead to pain, reduced mobility, and a higher risk of injury.

🌷Slowly increasing your spring activity, allowing time to rest and recover, and getting your nervous system aligned can help get rid of you winter posture.

04/08/2026

Spring is on the plate 🌸🥕
Local, seasonal produce is one of the simplest ways to support your health and your community.

What’s your favorite April pick? 🌿

04/07/2026

Struggling to take a deep breath?😮‍💨
Struggling with calming yourself
or settling at night?😴
Struggling with tension that just
won’t ease?😓

Let us help reset your nervous
system and allow your body to
get a better restart.🌷

04/06/2026

Key Seasonal Stressors (Winter to Spring)
~Circadian Rhythm and Sleep Disruptions: As daylight increases, the body’s internal clock must recalibrate. Longer days can lead to reduced melatonin, resulting in sleep disruptions, restlessness, and fatigue.
~Hormonal Shifts and Mood: The change in daylight impacts serotonin (mood regulator) and melatonin (sleep regulator). This shift can cause anxiety, irritability, and energy dips.
~Immune System Stress: While winter typically weakens the immune system, the spring transition can cause fatigue as the body tries to adapt, causing a sluggish feeling.
~Spring Allergies: Increasing pollen levels lead to congestion, inflammation, and brain fog.
~Physical Adaptation: The body struggles to adjust to fluctuating temperatures and weather shifts, which can lead to headaches, joint pain, or reduced energy levels.

Management Strategies
~Get Natural Light: Seek sunlight early in the day to stabilize the internal clock.
~Maintain Routine: Keep a consistent sleep and wake schedule to aid the circadian rhythm.
~Prioritize Nutrition: Stay hydrated and eat nutrient-dense food to combat fatigue.
~Manage Allergies Early: Utilize over-the-counter or prescribed allergy management to reduce inflammation.
~Slow Activity Increase: Gradually increase physical activity as the weather warms, allowing the body to adjust to the new pace.
~Get Your Nervous System Regulated: Getting a regular adjustment can help alleviate the symptoms and discomforts of transitioning from Winter to Spring.

04/01/2026

03/20/2026

Highlighting Dr. Julie! Our hard working owner and one of our compassionate Doctors.

Here are a few fun facts about her!

03/18/2026

Highlighting Dr. Tori! She loves to see our patients heal and thrive from our care at About Life Chiropractic.

Here are two fun facts about her!