Wellness Heights Chiropractic

06/09/2023

We are accepting new patients! Don't let pain keep you from being active with your kids this summer. We are here to help. Schedule your appointment today! 8326685974

03/20/2023

It appears that even for those who exercise regularly, sitting or reclining excessively on a regular basis is simply bad for your health. In evaluating more than 200,000 adults aged 45 and older, those who reported sitting for 11 or more hours per day were 40 percent more likely to die during the study than those sitting less than 4 hours per day. Walking and moving around removes blood glucose and fats circulating in the blood stream whereas sitting is far less effective at accomplishing this. -Archives of Internal Medicine; online March 26, 2012
If pain is keeping you from moving, give us a call. We are accepting new patients.

12/12/2022

Manage your stress over the holidays. Stress can manifest physically by causing tension and pain. Chiropractic can help relieve tension, increase flexibility, and help you manage pain.

Stress occurs for everyone. When you have a challenging experience, your body produces both physical and mental responses. These responses can range from aches and pains to feeling anxious and restless. In this article, we’ll examine the causes of stress, its symptoms, and

12/05/2022

Tired of taking pills to mask symptoms? Wellness Heights offers natural pain management solutions. We are accepting new patients. 8326685974

10/11/2022

Services we offer: Myofascial release, Graston, rapid release, dynamic taping, kinesio taping, exercises to strengthen weak muscle groups, and of course adjusting or mobilization.
DOT services: medical cards, drug testing, breath alcohol testing, clearing house registration, consortium services
Non DOT services: drug and alcohol testing, consortium services, fit testing

10/03/2022

Tired of taking a pill to mask the side effects of another? Chiropractic is a drug free approach to treating pain. We are so much more than an adjustment and are in network with Blue Cross, Aetna, and United Healthcare. Schedule your appointment with us today!

09/19/2022

Cortisone injections are used for temporary relief of inflammation and pain. Over time too many injections can cause decreased bone density, tendon weakness, and alter blood sugar. If you have had a few of these injections and are looking for an alternative natural treatment, give us a call. 8326685974

Steroid injections can cause side effects and adverse events. Pain and swelling are most common, but other problems, such as skin discoloration, infection, and hormone-related changes in women, can occur.

09/02/2022

Currently an estimated 187 people die a month from opioid overdoses. September has been declared Drug-Free Pain Management Awareness Month in some states. Consider chiropractic as an alternative treatment. Schedule with us today.

“While it is encouraging that physicians are prescribing fewer opioids, simply replacing one drug with another is not the answer to safe, effective, long-term pain management..."

08/22/2022

Science has linked being inactive and sitting too much with higher risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, colon and lung cancers, and early death. If pain is keeping you from an active lifestyle schedule your appointment with us today. 8326685974

08/15/2022

Happy August! School is around the corner which means kids will be wearing those heavy backpacks again. The weight of the backpack puts stress on the neck, chest, shoulders, and back. If your child is complaining of headaches, neck, or back pain it could be because the backpack doesn't fit correctly or is too heavy. Here are some tips:
1. wear both straps
2. roller backpacks - i know to some it isn't "cool", but it takes the stress off
3. see your chiropractor for tips on how to stretch and strengthen the neck, shoulder, back, and chest musculature
https://www.healthychildren.org/.../Backpack-Safety.aspx

08/08/2022

As a parent that has children playing sports, played sports, and LOVES all things sports, it is important to remember pain in children playing sports should not be considered normal. Remember rest is a vital component to healing.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16570735/

Youth sports participation carries an inherent risk of injury, including overuse injuries. Little leaguer's shoulder, a stress fracture of the proximal humerus that presents as lateral shoulder pain, usually is self-limited. Little leaguer's elbow is a medial stress injury; treatment consists of com...

08/01/2022

Happy August! School is around the corner which means kids will be wearing those heavy backpacks again. The weight of the backpack puts stress on the neck, chest, shoulders, and back. If your child is complaining of headaches, neck, or back pain it could be because the backpack doesn't fit correctly or is too heavy. Here are some tips:
1. wear both straps
2. roller backpacks - i know to some it isn't "cool", but it takes the stress off
3. see your chiropractor for tips on how to stretch and strengthen the neck, shoulder, back, and chest musculature
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-play/Pages/Backpack-Safety.aspx

When used correctly, backpacks can be a good way to carry the necessities of the school day. However backpacks that are too heavy or are worn incorrectly can cause problems for children and teenagers.

07/25/2022

An oldie but goodie. Call 8326685974 to schedule with us today!

07/18/2022

Wellness Heights offers more then just adjustments. Most visits consist of muscle work, taping, and exercises. Invest in your health and call 8326685974 for more info today!

04/19/2022

Medical Examiner tip Monday: If you have diagnosed hypertension when you come in for your certification or recertification your blood pressure should be 140/90 or below.

04/04/2022

Medical examiner tip Monday: If you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea please make sure to bring in a compliance report of a minimum of 90 days. Drivers previously established on a CPAP machine may be recertified annually provided they meet
the minimum recommended compliance use.

04/01/2022

https://wellnessheightsoccmedservices.com

With a male observer on staff, all of our testing is quick and professional at Wellness Heights.

03/30/2022

Medical examiner tip Monday: We do take your blood pressure and may take several readings. Caffeine can alter your reading so don't drink a Red Bull, Monster energy drink, or load up on Starbucks before you come in for your medical card.