Pigeon Chiropractic & Deer Holistic

04/29/2026

All this dampness makes for great mushroom hunting! Get in touch with me so you can bend over easier to pick them 😁🍄‍🟫

04/29/2026

Insulin resistance, estrogen dominance, hormone balancing and liver dysfunction... these topics can be very confusing for people to navigate. Where do you start? What steps do you take to reverse the situation? Come see me and let me take the guesswork out of it, by guiding you through an individualized regimen to get YOUR body back on track!

04/29/2026

I want to talk about a problem I have seen in my office more than a few times.... vitamin toxicity. Sometimes, too much of a good thing, is no longer a good thing! We all need to watch out for side effects that may be associated with our necessary nutrients, when they are taken in large amounts! Everything in moderation is a great rule to live by….
In general, toxic levels can wax and wane throughout the year for a person….depending on what they are bombarding their system with. Some examples of side effects from too many nutrients are:

Potassium - leg cramps and sore, tight muscles
Magnesium - diarrea, loose stools
Calcium - muscle spasms and calcium deposits or stones
Sodium - high blood pressure, ringing in the ears, dizziness, dehydration.
Vitamin D - muscle aches and pains. Joint laxity
Vitamin K - Blood clots, over absorption of vitamin D and Calcium
Copper - major organ dysfunction
http://www.drlwilson.com/articles/copper_toxicity_syndrome.htm
Iron - iron overload, complete dysfunction of major organs
http://www.irondisorders.org/iron-overload

Even too much water can kill you… via water intoxication!!!
Aside from all these nutrients being necessary for life, they can also be toxic in large quantities. ☆☆☆The good news is dietary changes can control and sometimes eliminate these problems.!!☆☆☆
Be your own best advocate! In addition, everything on the planet can cause sensitivity for anyone at any given time. I never recommend taking a bunch of random vitamins everyday…you could actually be doing yourself more harm than good! Find out for sure what you may be lacking by going to a healthcare practitioner like me that specializes in muscle testing or has extensive training in signs and symptoms to help guide you through the muck and the mire.
Bottomline is, just because someone says its good for you, doesn’t necessarily mean YOU should take it…. And as our nutritional needs change, so should our vitamin/nutrient intake change.♡♡♡

All information in this article is for educational purposes only.  It is not for the diagnosis, treatment, prescription or cure of any disease or health condition.

04/27/2026

All this dampness makes for great mushroom hunting! Make sure you get in so you can bend over and make picking them easier...

04/17/2026

Blood pressure problems can be caused by 3 different systems generally: Heart/ circulation is the most usual, so many patients immediately get prescribed pills by their M.D. But, sometimes it has to do with the adrenal system (adrenal hypertension like fight or flight -ie. "white coat syndrome") ...and sometimes it is renal hypertension due to kidney pressure. Not often are these other types checked thoroughly by the medical model. In our office, we can check these systems and differentiate which nerves are being affected. Many times, blood pressure can be affected directly by an adjustment to the skeletal/nervous system... In the past, I have taken pre and post blood pressure checks during an office visit and it has come down 30 points within a few minutes in some patients! Sometimes, supplements are warranted to support the effected system as well. Sometimes learning strategies to stimulate the vagus nerve is the key. We may be able to help navigate these issues and "shed light" on the mechanisms that the M.D. might be missing. I always say... the more information we have about our bodies, the better to make educated choices about our health!♡

04/16/2026

Tired of being sick and tired? Put yourself first for once. Call me.... you've put it off long enough!

04/14/2026

I hear alot of crazy things about chiropractors from people....

1. I hear that once you start going, you have to keep going....

Well, if you go to the dentist and get your teeth cleaned, will you never eat again? It's all about maintenance of one's body! Of course, there may be a future need for adjustments because we constantly use our bodies in "not so nice" ways. I am not a believer however in 1, 2 or 3 times a week for long term.... If you are not holding your adjustments longer than a few days (after weeks), something is being missed... either on a different level (emotional, nutritional, biomechanical, muscular, etc.) or there is an instability problem further down in the hips, knees, ankles or feet! My average careplan for my patients is 4 - 6 adjustments over the course of 1-2 months to get over most episodes. Generally after that, patients feel good and are on a great path towards healing. I am there for them if needed, but through education of mindfulness and self-assessment of your own body, you will know when it's necessary to come back.

2. I hear chiropractic can really hurt you....

That's why i went to school post-secondary for 9 years.... to make sure I was so well-trained that I have the proper skills to adjust you safely! That's also why I am not a proponate of self-adjusting and cringe when I hear about people adjusting eachother or 'walking on backs'.... that's a quick way to slip a disc out of place, and can cause injury very easily! Once in awhile, I hear a story in the news of someone getting injured by a chiropractor.... which unfortunately does happen on an extremely small scale in my profession. However, I have safely worked with many people even after surgeries. I have orthopedists who refer patients to me. Mostly, because i am known for my gentler adjusting techniques.

3. Well, chiropractors aren't real doctors....

My student loan begs to differ..... LOL.
While I do not prescribe medication or perform surgery during my treatments.... my patients get BETTER without all of that!

4. Chiropractic costs so much.....

???????seriously???????

My average case management is between $300-$400 over the course of 4-6 weeks. When I tell people that, they are usually shocked! Especially when their medications may cost 2-3 times that (or more) per month!!

5. I don't have backpain though....

Chiropractic is not just about back pain... it is about whole body functioning. Making you, the best you can possibly be! Compare your spine to the fuse box in your house. When a surge of bad energy comes into the system, a fuse trips in order to protect the appliances and parts of your home from damage, right? Well, the spine does the same thing for our body. Now,...you wouldn't leave the fuse tripped and non-functioning, right? Instead, you would go and reset it so its ready the next time. That's part of what we do... get your body ready for the next big trauma that comes into the system! I honestly don't understand how some people survive this life without chiropractic care! I would say, it's actually only about half of my patients that come to see me for back pain. The rest are having trouble with arms, legs, hands, feet, fertility, other illnesses, behavioral problems, hormonal issues or some other nervous system dysfunction! I never know what's going to walk through my door! New puzzles to figure out all day long :)

Honestly! I wouldn't have it any other way.... it's what drives me to learn more and more about the human body everyday! No matter who walks through my door, I care for them as if they were my own family♡♡♡ I am always blessed to be a part of their healing journey. Chiropractic is such a blessing to this world and when practiced with all of these things in mind, can truly be lifechanging for all people!!!

04/13/2026

You come in with a headache, what goes through my mind?

1. Is it a sinus headache, related to congested lymph? Or is it the weather, has there been storms recently?
2. Is it a food allergy? (This is a big one for me personally)
3. Is it your face structure? Do you have asymmetry? Eye bulge or squint?
4. Does your jaw clench? Is it off to one side?
5. Do you look like you need to be in a dark room? Are you light sensitive?
6. Are you stressed out? Tight shoulders pulled up to your ears?
7. Is your neck off to one side... one ear or shoulder higher than the other?
8. Is it dehydration?
9. Are you getting rest or overworking?
10. Did you start or end a new medication or have a diet change like quitting pop/ coffee abruptly?
11. Do you have anterior head carriage? Ie. "Textneck"
12. Are you distended? When was your last bowel movement?
13. Are you having hormone issues?
14. Is there a medical emergency that could be happening?

All of this and much more as I'm scanning your body for asymmetry and tension...

04/08/2026

Do you sometimes notice a terrible random pain in your ankle or foot... Or your elbow or knee can't straighten or bend easily? Does this sensation come and go with no rhyme or reason? Arms feel heavy some days, wrists and thumbs feel weak or sore? Stubbing your toe or straining an ankle takes weeks to heal? If this describes you, you may be having gouty arthritis flares. People think of gout as an older person disease but it actually is diet driven and can be present even in a toddler. This is something I have dealt with personally and it's no fun. Knowing how to prevent it is key as well as understanding triggers and using natural remedies is priceless. Come see me to learn and understand living with gout so that you too, can manage your symptoms and regulate your bodies inflammatory reactions.
Call now 989-453-2020

04/06/2026

Well, the week has flown by!! Just a heads up... The office will be closed until Wednesday 4/15.

04/05/2026

Good to know

🧂 SALT vs 🍬 SUGAR

What They Do to Your Lymphatic System

Your lymphatic system manages:
• Fluid balance
• Immune waste removal
• Inflammation clearance
• Interstitial fluid return

Salt and sugar stress it differently.

🧂 SALT — Fluid Load

Salt contains sodium, an electrolyte that regulates fluid balance.

When sodium intake is high:

• Sodium increases in the bloodstream
• Water follows sodium (osmosis)
• Blood volume increases
• Blood pressure may rise
• More fluid shifts into tissues
• The lymphatic system must clear that extra interstitial fluid

What this may feel like:
• Puffy face
• Swollen ankles
• Tight fingers
• Temporary water weight gain

Salt primarily creates:
➡ Fluid burden
➡ Increased lymphatic workload

It does NOT directly damage lymph vessels.
The issue is fluid overload, not inflammation.

🍬 SUGAR — Inflammatory Load

Refined sugar affects the body metabolically.

When sugar intake is high:

• Blood glucose spikes
• Insulin rises
• Repeated spikes lead to insulin resistance
• Oxidative stress increases
• Inflammatory cytokines increase
• Blood vessel lining (endothelium) becomes stressed

The lymphatic system must then clear:

• Inflammatory proteins
• Immune byproducts
• Damaged cellular debris

Sugar primarily creates:
➡ Inflammatory burden
➡ Metabolic stress
➡ Endothelial dysfunction

Over time, this can increase chronic inflammation and tissue stress.

🧠 The Core Difference

Salt increases fluid load.
Sugar increases inflammatory load.

Both increase lymphatic workload — but through different mechanisms.

Temporary puffiness = often fluid-related.
Chronic fatigue, inflammation, tissue pain = often metabolic/inflammatory-related.

🌿 What Supports Healthy Lymph Flow

• Balanced sodium intake
• Stable blood sugar
• Proper hydration
• Movement
• Deep diaphragmatic breathing
• Anti-inflammatory eating patterns

It’s not about fear.
It’s about physiology and long-term patterns.

📌 Disclaimer

This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, exercise, or health regimen.

04/04/2026

FYI Bay City friends: Next opportunities for appointments in Bay City are few and far between... (I will be visiting family next weekend ❤️) They are:
Wednesday April 8, 3-7pm
and
Wednesday April 16, 3-7 pm
Please plan accordingly 😉🥰