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Palm Beach Taylor Chiropractic & Laser Center, Palm Beach Gardens, FL (2025)

09/13/2025

We love to celebrate birthdays in the Taylor home. Ali usually makes a nice dinner for the family and we usually follow it up with one of her famous birthday cakes (most often an ice cream cake).

But this year was different. Our daughter turned 18 this past Thursday, and because she had rehearsal from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m., we had to adjust our plans.

The day started with a sunrise walk on the beach, followed by breakfast at a local café. Later, her brother took her out to lunch. but the grand finale was that afternoon at rehearsal for her school’s upcoming musical, The Prince of Egypt.

My wife showed up with flowers, balloons, cakes-in-a-cup and party favor bracelets for the entire cast.

When everyone suddenly broke into “Happy Birthday,” the look on my daughter’s face was priceless…genuine shock, followed by surprising joy, laughter, and hugs.

At least… that’s what was remembered.

You see, my wife asked one of our sons to record it all. And record it he did. With great enthusiasm. But there was just one small problem: the camera wasn’t focused on my daughter.

So instead of capturing the once-in-a-lifetime reaction, we now own a high-definition, two-minute cinematic masterpiece of… a wall.

It’s funny now (and yes, we’ll have fun teasing him about it in future days), but it also reminded me of something important: when your focus is off, you’re not going to get the ‘results’ you’re wanting.

And that’s not just true with cameras. It’s true with health.

Think about how often we put our health focus in the wrong place:

Relying on pain relievers to cover up discomfort instead of asking, “What’s causing this in the first place?”
Putting off care and hoping the issue will simply “work itself out.”
Ignoring warning signs until the problem grows bigger and harder to manage.

Focusing only on where it hurts instead of looking at how the whole body is working together.

When the focus is wrong, the picture is blurry. You might get temporary relief, but you never capture the full image of health you were hoping for.

When the focus stays blurred, you don’t just lose clarity, you lose the moments that make life rich: a sunrise stroll, a meal around the table, the celebration you’ll never get back.

But here’s the good news: focus can be adjusted. Just like turning a camera lens brings the picture back into clarity, shifting your attention from covering up symptoms to addressing the root cause can bring results that are life changing.

When you look past the symptoms and restore function at the root, good things begin to happen.

The body, designed by God as a self-regulating, self-healing organism, can finally do what it was created to do: repair, recover, and restore.

Pain decreases, function improves, and suddenly you’re able to take on the tasks and moments that once felt out of reach.

And that’s the real reminder of the birthday “wall video.”

Yes, we laughed about it.

Yes, we’ll always joke that the wall got more screen time than my daughter.

But we were thankful the family was healthy enough to celebrate, laugh, love, and make memories together.

That’s really the bigger picture with health.

It’s not about having perfect circumstances, or perfect footage, or perfect plans.

It’s about being present, able to show up for the sunrises, the family breakfasts, and the once-in-a-lifetime celebrations.

Because those moments don’t come twice.

You can laugh off a missed video, but you don’t want to miss the memories themselves.

So be a good steward of your health so you can be there, fully present, for the people and the moments that matter most.

Dr. Derek ‘off the wall’ Taylor

www.drderektaylor.com

561-867-1020

09/08/2025

This morning I picked up my daughter after a sleepover at her friend’s house. They had the best time…playing dolls, reading books, and even doing face mask peels. She had already been up early and enjoyed a big breakfast with them, but when I asked her in the car if she was too full for gluten-free pancakes, she smiled and said, “Oh no, Daddy. I have room in my stomach for pancakes!”

Sure enough, she convinced me to help her plan a surprise breakfast for the whole family: pancakes, blueberry muffins, bacon, and eggs.

There was just one problem: she needed the kitchen to stay secret. But in a house full of hungry boys, that’s no easy task. One after another kept opening the fridge, poking around for food. Each time, she sprang into action like a dog barking at the mailman, determined to protect her surprise. Finally, out of frustration and shear determination to keep them out of the kitchen, she made two hand-written signs and plastered them across the room:

“Do Not Look in the Kitchen. And I am serious.”

(And believe me, she was!)

Her intention in all of this was simple, she just wanted her family to have a tasty surprise breakfast and enjoy the look on their faces (and the fullness in their stomachs) when they discovered what she’d made.

Q: What if we approached our health the same way?

It’s not always easy to stay motivated when the goal is just our own health. But when we see taking care of our bodies as stewardship, as being faithful with the gift of health God has entrusted to us, it changes our perspective.

When you care for your health, you’re not only helping yourself, you’re making sure you can show up strong for your spouse, your kids, your coworkers, your friends. By staying on top of your health, you lighten their load and make yourself more useful to them.

Of course, none of us has control over what happens to us in life. But we do have the responsibility to be faithful and diligent, to eat well, move well, stay balanced, rest, and make wise choices, so we’re in the best position possible to be available for the people who need us.

The opposite is also true: if we neglect our health, we often reap the consequences and end up in situations where others must care for us. And while it is good and humbling at times to be on the receiving end of care, reminding us to be grateful for the people God places in our lives, most of us would prefer to be on the giving side as “It is more blessed to give than to receive.”

So here’s a question for you: What can you do today to invest in your health?

Here are 3 simple, wise choices you can do today that can make a difference:

1. Choose movement over sitting: go for a walk, stretch, or do some light yardwork or gardening.

2. Swap water for coffee, soda or sugary drinks: hydration fuels your body far better.

3. Protect your rest: set a boundary on screens tonight and get to bed on time.

Small, intentional choices add up and they bless not only you, but everyone around you.

Remember your health affects everything you do and everyone you know.

Have a GREAT weekend!

Dr. Derek “I Am Serious” Taylor

www.drderektaylor.com

561-867-1020

08/30/2025

This Labor Day weekend our family came down to Key West to celebrate the engagement of my oldest son, Hudson, to his fiancée, Cassidy. Both families are here together, soaking up the sunshine, enjoying our conversations and making memories.

And of course, we couldn’t resist stopping at Robbie’s to feed the tarpon.

If you’ve been there, you know what I mean. These aren’t little aquarium fish, they’re massive, five-foot missiles that rocket out of the water with jaws wide open.

It’s quite a rush to have a giant tarpon latch onto you and swallow not only the baitfish but your hand. The only downside is the wreckage they leave behind. Last time, my hand was sore a few days so I told myself, “That was fun, but once is enough.”

But before long, there I was again, fish in hand, arm stretched out, waiting for the thrill.

And yes, history repeated itself. Another lunge. Another bloodied hand. Another reminder of why I said I wouldn’t do it again.

So why do we repeat the same mistakes?

Because in the moment, something motivates us, the thrill, the taste, the convenience, or just the path of least resistance.

I see the same pattern in health every week. Patients know what hurts them. They say, “Never again.” Yet they drift back into the same habits and get “bitten” all over again.

Here are the top five “tarpons” I see people feeding again and again and how to stop getting bitten:

Slouching through the day – Hunched over the laptop, craning your neck at the phone, or sinking into the couch… it always ends in tightness and pain.
The fix: Build posture checkpoints. Every time you stand or check your phone, roll your shoulders back and reset your spine.

Brushing off warning signs – That “little” twinge in your back or the nagging headache that keeps showing up.

The fix: Don’t ignore it. Small issues are easiest to correct when caught early.
Skipping movement – Promising yourself you’ll exercise, but collapsing into the chair after work and saying, “Next Monday I’ll start.”

The fix: Start small today, a 10-minute walk after dinner or a few stretches before bed. Consistency matters more than intensity.

Fueling inflammation – Reaching for that late-night bowl of ice cream or the extra slice of pizza you know you’ll regret later.

The fix: Trade the trigger for a smarter swap. Keep quick, anti-inflammatory options ready, like fresh fruit, a handful of nuts, or even a scoop of healthy chocolate protein powder in water.
Living stressed out – Carrying tension in your shoulders, clenching your jaw in traffic, or rushing nonstop, until your body forces you to slow down.

The fix: Build recovery into your day. Deep breathing, prayer, quiet walks, or a few minutes of quiet time can reset your system before stress piles up.
Here’s the good news: You don’t have to keep feeding the same tarpons. Pain isn’t there to punish you, it’s a signal, a teacher, a wake-up call. If you listen and make small course corrections, you can break the cycle and move toward lasting health.

This Labor Day, as you enjoy time with family and friends, remember, health is a gift. It’s what allows you to fully enter into these moments. Fall is a season of fresh starts, a perfect time to reset your routines, make wise choices, and care for the body God’s given you.

Enjoy your Labor Day,

Dr. Derek “Tarpon-Bitten but Lesson-Learned” Taylor

www.drderektaylor.com

561-867-1020

08/23/2025

Good morning sunshine! It’s your favorite chiropractor here in Orlando attending the FCA National, the largest chiropractic convention in the world. I’ve been here the past two days with thousands of doctors/healthcare advocates learning about the latest advances in chiropractic and health care.

Every two years chiropractors are required to complete 40 hours of continuing education, and this year has been one of the best I’ve experienced, packed with outstanding speakers, new research, and the latest in health technology.

Walking through the vendors for the convention, booth after booth was staffed with young sales reps in flashy outfits eager to make their pitch. But then I noticed one that stood out: a half dozen seniors in their 60s and 70s, some of whom weren’t even paid employees. They were there simply because they believed in what this technology had done for them.

That immediately caught my attention.

As I learned more, I was impressed by the decades of research and nearly 100 years of FDA clearance behind it. What makes this technology different is that it not only gets amazing results for musculoskeletal conditions you typically see me for like back pain, neck pain, hips, shoulders, arthritis, joint inflammation, and injuries but it has also been shown to help a wide range of non-musculoskeletal conditions, such as:

-Burns and wound care (including ulcers that don’t heal)
-Post-surgical swelling and pain
-Skin issues (slow-healing wounds, sunburns, chronic ulcers)
-Pulmonary conditions
-Circulatory problems
-Gastrointestinal issues
-Nerve pain and neuropathy
-Support for fracture healing

Here’s where I’d love your input:

I’m wrestling with the idea of purchasing this equipment, but I want to make sure it’s something people would actually come in for. Because the investment is significant, I don’t want to move forward unless I know it would truly serve our patient community.

If you’d be so kind to give me feedback, it would really help me get a sense of where people are at. Simply comment here with a quick YES if this is something you’d consider using.

If I did make the purchase of this unit, I would consider initially running free in-office trials for certain conditions that are difficult to treat. Those who comment YES, and who are existing or past patients, will have priority in being selected for these trials. (New patients would not be eligible for the trials.)

If you don’t reply, that’s helpful too, as I’ll take that as a ‘no’.

Thank you for being the greatest patients on the planet and helping me make the best decision moving forward.

I’m off to another full day here at the conference, and I’ll keep you updated as things unfold!

With appreciation from Orlando,

Dr. Derek “Gadget Guy” Taylor
561-867-1020 www.drderektaylor.com

08/16/2025

Yesterday was Ali’s and my 22nd wedding anniversary.
We’re actually celebrating it next weekend, so the “big day” snuck up on me.

Yesterday morning, we were both up early, getting ready for the day when she said, “Happy Anniversary!”
My reply? “Yes, oh my goodness, I forgot!”

It’s funny, when you plan to celebrate on a different day, the actual date can almost take a back seat. That was the case for us yesterday (some of you may be thinking, yeah right, lame excuse Taylor!)

So how did I celebrate my anniversary? Well, a friend invited me and my two youngest boys to play 18 holes at Loxahatchee Golf Club (blast!). (see 1st picture above)

Meanwhile, my 17-year-old daughter had about a half-dozen friends over after their theater rehearsal for The Prince of Egypt musical at The King’s Academy.

Ali made them dinner, and since they’re all musically talented, they started doing karaoke in our living room (see 2nd picture above).

My wife and I were trying to give them their space, but as we were both in the kitchen cleaning we ended up like flies on a wall just listening to them sing.

They were so good! I didn’t want to leave the kitchen, so a regular clean-up turned into a deep clean just so I could keep hearing them sing.

Ali, at this point, had no reservations. She just plopped herself down on the couch with the kids, getting a front-row seat to an impromptu concert.

At one point, she said, “This is the best anniversary gift I could have this year.” And she meant it. She’s a huge musical theater buff, so this was her kind of evening…the kids singing “One Day More” from Les Miserables right in her own living room!

Here’s my point:

It wasn’t a fancy restaurant or a trip that made our anniversary, it was kids singing karaoke in the living room. Ordinary turned into extraordinary.

Last night reminded me that the most meaningful experiences often don’t come from the “big, planned” events. They come from showing up, being present, and recognizing the ordinary moments as gifts from God.

Health is the same way. Many chase after the one big solution, whether it’s the latest fad diet, a new workout plan at the gym, or the next miracle supplement. But lasting health isn’t built on quick fixes.

It’s built on the everyday choices, the small, ordinary ones, that add up to give you the best return:

Taking fifteen minutes a day to move your body

Sitting up straighter while you work
Making your treatment visits a consistent priority

Choosing water instead of soda or coffee

On their own, these don’t feel spectacular. But remember what Proverbs says: “diligence is a man’s precious possession.” When you string ordinary choices together consistently, they create extraordinary results, moving better, sleeping deeper, and living with less pain and more energy.

Our anniversary night reminded me of that. We didn’t plan anything elaborate, but by just showing up and being present, something special unfolded.

Health works the same way, be faithful in the ordinary, and you’ll be surprised by the results.

To your health,

Dr. Derek “Ordinary Anniversary Guy” Taylor

www.drderektaylor.com

561-867-1020

08/09/2025

Not very pretty, but still sweet.

07/26/2025

On July 26, 2019, my phone captured a moment I’ll never forget.
It popped up again this morning, one of those “on this day” memories.

There’s my son, Jordan, standing barefoot on the lava rocks in Ko Olina, proudly holding up a bright red reef fish he’d just caught. He was four years old, grinning ear to ear.

And every time we see that photo… we both groan a little.

Because it wasn’t just a great catch, it was the one that got away.
Actually… it was the one we let get away.

But before I explain that, let me back up.

For years, I had dreamed of taking the whole family to Hawaii.
But with eight kids? That felt about as likely as going to Costco and walking out with just one thing.

Then a buddy of mine, someone I played high school football with, died suddenly of a heart attack at 45 years old. He was a championship-winning coach, all-in, and a great dad.

At his funeral, his wife shared how every year he’d say, “One day, we’re all going to Hawaii.” It was his dream to take the family on a Hawaiian vacation. They were planning it... someday.

But that day never came.

And that stuck with me. I don’t know when I’ll breathe my last here on this earth. None of us do. There are no guarantees, and life can change in a heartbeat.

So in 2019, we finally made it happen.
We booked the trip, packed up the crew, and headed to Hawaii.

But this wasn’t just another vacation.
I was born there. We honeymooned there. We’ve always loved the people, the food, the culture, the slower pace, it’s a place that feels like home.

And this time, we got to share it with our kids. Not just for a weekend, or even a week, but for the entire month of July.
It turned out to be one of the greatest memories we’ve ever made as a family.

Which brings me back to the fish.

Jordan had just reeled in this red reef fish, bright, beautiful, and bigger than anything else we’d caught.
He begged me, “Can we eat it, Dad?”

Naturally, I did what any experienced outdoorsman would do: I asked a stranger.
The guy looked like a local and said, “Oh, the red ones? Those are poisonous.”

So… we tossed it back.

Later that afternoon, we were showing our fishing photos to my uncle, a well-known local fisherman. When he saw the red fish and heard the story, his eyes widened.

“That fish? That’s some ono! Everyone knows the red ones are the best-tasting fish on the island!”

My heart sank. We’d believed the wrong guy and tossed back what could’ve been crispy, golden, taco-worthy greatness.

Why am I telling you this?

Because we let something good go, not because we didn’t want it, but because someone gave us bad information.
He sounded confident. He looked the part. But he steered us wrong.

And I see that happen with people’s health all the time.

They’ve been told:
• “If it doesn’t show up on a scan, it isn’t real.”
• “Just rest and it’ll go away.”
• “There’s no break or tear, so you’re fine.”
• “Your bloodwork looks normal, it must be in your head.”

It all sounds reasonable in the moment. But too often, it leads people to overlook real solutions that could’ve made a difference.

Bad advice cost us a fish taco that day.
Not the end of the world, but a reminder: when you don’t know what you’re holding, you might let go of something worth keeping.

That day on the lava rock, as the sun was setting, my son looked up at me and said:

“I like being with you, Dad.”

That moment made the whole trip for me.

I’m grateful I had the health to be there, fully present, in that moment, in that place, with the people who matter most.
Because in the end, that’s what real health is for: not just feeling better, but being able to experience moments that become memories.

Wishing you a restful weekend and a strong, meaningful start to the new week ahead.

Dr. Derek “Still Wondering How That Fish Tasted” Taylor

www.drderektaylor.com

561-867-1020

P.S.- I’m excited to share that Taylor Chiropractic & Laser Center will be hosting our first-ever webinar:
"How to Get Rid of Your Neck Pain Naturally" coming up on Tuesday, August 12th at 12 noon

We’ll be joined by a special guest expert from the Egoscue Center of North Palm Beach, who will share powerful posture-based strategies to complement what we do in the office.

Stay tuned, more details to come in an upcoming email!

07/20/2025

This past week, my 7-year-old daughter had to get a tooth pulled.

07/12/2025

Last week, my son Caden proposed on the 4th of July.

For weeks he’d been planning a quiet, “just the two of us” sunrise proposal at the beach on July 5th. But his fiancée, Amanda, has a sixth sense when it comes to surprises, and Caden thought perhaps she saw it coming.

So Caden called an audible. He figured she’d never suspect a proposal at Roger Dean Stadium, bottom of the 8th inning, no outs, thousands of people in the stands.

It worked. She had no clue.

One minute we’re watching the Jupiter Hammerheads get hammered and drinking overpriced Aquafina… the next, my son is down on one knee with a ring in hand.

And then it happened…the ripple effect.

The stadium just erupted. People stood, clapped, cheered. A few folks even teared up. Total strangers came over afterward to congratulate them. It wasn’t just their moment anymore, it became something shared. Something that lifted everyone who witnessed it.

As a dad, watching it all unfold, I was hit with that big-picture kind of joy. Not just because my son found his future wife (who is an absolute gem), but because of how deeply something right affects people. It wasn’t just about Caden and Amanda anymore, it reflected the beautiful, God-given design of marriage.

That ripple effect stuck with me.

And it made me think: that’s how the body works, too.

We tend to compartmentalize our health. A stiff neck. A sore back. Low energy. Bad sleep. But the body doesn’t work in compartments, it functions as a whole. When one part is off, it creates a ripple effect.

This morning I was taking my dog on a walk and struck up a conversation with a neighbor who was setting up an inversion table in his driveway. He’d been seeing a chiropractor, but his back pain was still hanging on.

I offered to help. After a quick assessment, it turns out the real issue wasn’t his lower back, it was coming from his neck and upper back. So, using his patio lounge chair, I worked on him in his driveway and his back pain almost vanished without really touching his low back.

I see it every day in practice:

Tight shoulder? Often a neck issue.
Dropped arch? Known to cause knee pain, hip tension or gut issues.
Hand pain? Frequently tied to adhesive scar tissue in the forearms.
But here’s the flip side: when things are aligned, when joints move properly, when tension is cleared, when scar tissue is reduced, that ripple effect works for you.

Clarity increases. Breathing deepens. Pain dissipates. Mood lifts. Energy returns. Vitality appears.

You don’t just feel a little better, you start to feel like yourself again.

And no, that doesn’t always require a big health overhaul. Sometimes the most powerful ripple effects come from small shifts.

So here’s something to try this week:

Pick one area of your life that feels “off” physically, chemically, mentally, or spiritually, and make a small move to bring it back into alignment.

Maybe that’s going for a walk before your day gets going. Maybe it’s drinking more water. Spending more time in prayer. Or calling someone you’ve drifted from.

Because the right kind of alignment doesn’t just affect you, it impacts everyone around you.

Remember your health affects everything you do and everyone you know.

Have a Wonderful Weekend!

Dr. Derek “Didn’t-See-It-Coming” Taylor

561-867-1020

www.drderektaylor.com

06/27/2025

The other day I took my kids to one of our favorite hangouts in the world… Blaze Pizza.

We first discovered Blaze back in California, but it was always up against the undefeated champ: In-N-Out Burger.

And let’s be honest, In-N-Out won that battle every time.

But since moving to Palm Beach Gardens, and now living just 3.4 minutes away (I literally timed it), Blaze has officially taken the #1 spot for quick dining in the Taylor household.

So the other day, while we were waiting for our pizza, I noticed a couple who looked really familiar. I looked at them. They glanced back at me. I peered at them. They side-eyed me. After they ordered they walked past our table and I blurted out in curiosity,

“Don’t I know you from somewhere?”

They looked a little confused. “I don’t think so.”

“Really? You just look so familiar.”

So I ran through the mental Rolodex… Work? Little League? Church? Chiropractor convention? Neighbor? Did I treat your cousin’s plantar fasciitis in 2022?

Nothing.

Turns out this “definitely familiar” couple were… total strangers.

They walked off and our table went totally quiet.

Then my 7-year-old broke the silence by muttering just loud enough for us to hear:…

“AWWWWKK-WAAAAARD.”
(Exactly like that. Extra syllables and all.)

We all quietly burst out laughing, barely holding it together.

But I’m still glad I asked.

Did it make my kids cringe? Absolutely.

Would I do it again? Without question.

Because now I know I don’t know them and that mystery is off my plate.

The reality is we do the same thing with our health.

We feel something’s off: A nagging ache. Constant fatigue. Headaches that show up like clockwork. And digestion that’s, let’s just say…. inconsistent.

But instead of checking it out, we do what adults do best:
Ignore it. Downplay it. Push through.

And deep down, we wonder:
“Is this something I should take a closer look at?”

And that wondering, that not knowing, drains us more than just asking the question ever would.

Here’s the takeaway:

Sometimes, the best thing you can do for your health is take the small risk & just ask.

Whether it’s a stranger at a pizza place or a symptom your body’s been whispering about for months, it’s better to know.

Sometimes peace of mind starts with a quick check-in.

Here’s how you can start paying closer attention…today:

Log your energy, sleep, and mood for 3 days.
Patterns tell a story.
Check your posture.
Stand against a wall If your head’s forward and shoulders rounded, it may be causing more than just stiffness. Check out this Taylor Method Podcast
Do a body awareness test.
Close your eyes. From head to toe, what feels tight, heavy, or just “off”?
Try a breathing test.
Lie down with one hand on your chest and one on your belly. If your chest rises more, you may be stuck in shallow, stress-induced breathing.
Ask: What have I been ignoring?
That tight shoulder? That persistent fatigue? Bring it into the light.
So whether it’s a mystery couple at Blaze or a mystery pain in your back, don’t just wonder…ask.

Run the self-checks. Listen to your body. And if something’s been bugging you for a while, consider this your gentle nudge to get it looked at.

It might be a simple fix. And it’s always better to know.

Because let’s be real:

Cringing for a moment is way better than second-guessing for weeks.

Dr. Derek “Do I Know You?” Taylor

www.drderektaylor.com

561-867-1020

P.S. Speaking of posture, I recently interviewed a specialist who breaks down how forward head posture and tech neck are quietly messing with your sleep, energy, and focus. You can check it out at the link below:
🎧 Tune in here: Taylor Method for Pain-Free Living Podcast …
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02/06/2025

Yesterday morning, I took my dog, Cali, for a walk through the neighborhood.

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