Dr. Jeffrey Smith

05/02/2026

Research Validates Chiropractic's Transition From Alternative to Mainstream Healthcare.
https://www.oceanstatesportandspine.com/post/research-validating-chiropractic-s-transition-from-alternative-to-mainstream-healthcare

04/30/2026

Chiropractic care at my office includes:
1) A spinal treatment
2) Muscle/soft tissue treatment
3) Physiotherapy heat/electrical stimulation
4) Education about your condition
5) Lifestyle modifications for your condition
6) Home exercises for self-management

All that in 30 minutes.

04/19/2026

Get more from walking for exercise with these tips.
1) stand tall
2) swing your arms
3) quicken your pace
4) keep the head up and look 20-30 feet in front
5) leave the leash at home

04/14/2026

It's GOLF season. Get your spine and pelvis ready by improving your midback and hip flexibility. Chiropractic care for golfers optimizes performance and prevents injuries by improving spinal alignment, flexibility, and joint mobility, crucial for a consistent swing.

04/09/2026

Back in the office after our “get out of the cold” trip to beautiful Puerto Rico. In the office Friday and back to regular hours next week.

03/31/2026

https://www.oceanstatesportandspine.com/post/where-chiropractic-fits-in-today-s-healthcare-model-an-opioid-free-approach-to-pain-relief

By Dr. Jeffrey C. Smith, Chiropractic PhysicianIn today’s evolving healthcare landscape, one of the most pressing challenges remains how to effectively treat pain without relying on opioid medications. With ongoing concerns about addiction, overdose, and long-term dependency, both patients and pol...

03/25/2026

https://www.oceanstatesportandspine.com/post/who-can-benefit-from-chiropractic-care

By Dr. Jeffrey C. Smith, Chiropractic PhysicianChiropractic care is often associated with back pain relief—but its benefits extend far beyond that. At its core, chiropractic focuses on optimizing the function of the spine in relation to the pelvis, shoulders, extremities and nervous system, which ...

03/22/2026

Spring is the season of hope and renewal when encouraged by the increase of light and warmth, find the energy to take the necessary action and get your body moving again. If you are stiff and sore, get a physical "tune-up". Keeping people active is what we are all about.

03/18/2026

Another benefit of exercise.

The article from National Geographic: “Can exercise offset the risks of drinking alcohol?” suggests another positive effect of regular exercise to reduce the negative effects of alcohol consumption on the liver.SummaryThe article explores whether regular exercise can reduce some of the health ri...

03/15/2026

https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/fitness/is-walking-a-good-enough-form-of-exercise-here-s-what-experts-say/ar-AA1XPk2F?ocid=socialshare

Walking great for spinal health as well.

It might feel like a walk in the park, but trainers say you can turn your stroll into a super-effective workout. Here's how.

03/10/2026

Sciatica...What's the cause? The correct diagnosis leads to a faster recovery.

Sciatica is one of the most common reasons people seek care for low back and leg pain. Many assume it’s a single condition, but “sciatica” simply describes symptoms — pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness that travels from the lower back into the buttock and down the leg along the sciatic ne...

03/05/2026

Is shoveling deeper snow less dangerous for your lower back?

An interesting observation after the Blizzard of 2026. Many people who came to the office this past week were sore and stiff from their shoulders to their lower back after shoveling snow. However, I saw fewer acute and severe lower back injuries after this storm. I conclude that with deeper snow and higher snowbanks, people tended to stay more upright when shoveling, generally adopting a better ergonomic posture. This likely contributed to muscle stiffness and soreness from the shoulders to the lumbar spine, but spared the lower lumbar spine from the usual strain caused by shoveling snow.