Strawn Chiropractic and Wellness Center

03/23/2026

Recovery isn’t just about adjustments. To help your body repair and adapt, you need the right building blocks.

Three supplements we often discuss with active patients:

• Protein → supports muscle repair
• Creatine → supports strength and cellular energy
• Collagen → supports tendon and ligament health

When movement, strength training, and nutrition work together, recovery improves significantly.

Save this post if you train regularly. And reach out to us if you are interested in purchasing any supplements!

03/20/2026

Top-Notch Deep Tissue Technique

03/20/2026

Where To Start With Low Back Pain, Case Study: Desk Worker 

38-year-old desk worker
18 months dull low back pain

Assessment:
• Weak glutes
• Tight hip flexors
• Limited lumbar extension

Plan:
• Adjustments
• Core activation
• Hip mobility
• Progressive strength

Result:
Improved pain + function in 4-8 weeks.

Message us if this sounds like you and we can talk further about your situation!

03/20/2026

03/19/2026

“Your MRI might not be the reason your back hurts.”

Disc bulges. Degeneration. Arthritis.

These findings are extremely common — even in people with ZERO pain. Imaging shows structure but …

Pain is influenced by many other factors:
• Load tolerance
• Strength capacity
• Movement quality
• Nervous system sensitivity
• Stress + recovery balance

Many people panic after reading their MRI report.
But structure does NOT always equal symptoms.

The real question isn’t: “What does your MRI say?”
It’s: “How well does your body tolerate load?”

Most mechanical back pain improves with:
✔️ Proper loading
✔️ Progressive strength
✔️ Mobility where needed
✔️ Reduced fear around movement

Comment “MRI” if you’ve been told you have a disc issue.

03/18/2026

Take some time to get to know David, the newest addition to our team here at Strawn Wellness💆🥳

“My name is David Benedis Jr., and I’m a licensed massage therapist with over six years of experience. I specialize in deep tissue and therapeutic massage, with a focus on relieving pain, restoring balance, and helping my clients feel their very best. I truly care about the people I work with and take pride in creating a comfortable, welcoming experience tailored to each individual’s needs.

Outside of my practice, I’m a proud husband and father to six amazing children who keep life full and meaningful. I love spending time with my family, especially enjoying the outdoors through camping and fishing. My faith is also an important part of who I am, and I’m grateful to serve at our local church in Warren, Ohio.

Whether you’re looking to relax, recover, or simply take time for yourself, I look forward to helping you on your wellness journey.”

David’s book is opening up next week, grab an appointment while you can! Book online at www.strawnwellness.com or call us at (330)-330-8481✨

03/18/2026

“Reasons Your Back Pain Keeps Coming Back”

1️⃣ You only treat symptoms
2️⃣ No strength progression
3️⃣ No mobility progression
Pain relief ≠ strength and stability.
Strength & Stability = long-term results.

Here are some simple exercises you can do to start strengthening your low back and the areas around it. If you need any guidance feel free to reach out! Save this post for future reference!

03/17/2026

Who needs a massage?? Come meet David 👋

We’re excited to officially welcome David to the team!! He offers a wide range of massage techniques, but his specialty is deep tissue massage—perfect for those dealing with chronic tension, tight muscles, and recovery from workouts or injuries.

Dr. Shim and Jade are especially excited to introduce him and can’t wait for you to experience the level of care he brings to our patients every day.

David will be available Monday through Friday in our Poland office—appointments are now open!

If you’ve been looking for real relief and results, this is your sign 🙌

03/17/2026

“When Back Pain Is NOT Normal 🚨”

Most cases can be treated conservatively with the right approach — movement, rehab, and proper care.

But there are times when back pain is a red flag 👇

🔴 Numbness in both legs
🔴 Loss of bladder or bowel control
🔴 Severe trauma (fall, accident, impact)
🔴 Progressive weakness in the legs

These could indicate something more serious that needs immediate medical attention.

Everything else?
✅ Often manageable
✅ Often fixable
✅ Often doesn’t need surgery

The key is getting the right diagnosis and plan.

👉 Don’t ignore your body — but don’t fear movement either.

DM “BACK” if you want help figuring out what’s going on with yours.

03/16/2026

Low back pain usually isn’t from one single cause — it’s often a mix of stress, load, and muscle imbalance over time.

Common reasons:
 • Prolonged sitting
 • Lifting improperly
 • Weak core or glutes
 • Tight hips
 • Disc or joint irritation
 • Doing too much too fast

Your low back absorbs force all day. When tissues don’t adapt properly to stress, they become irritated.

The good news?
Most low back pain is mechanical and responds very well to the right combination of mobility, stability, strength, and proper load progression.

If your back has been bothering you, let’s figure out the real cause and build a plan around it.

Dm or Comment “BACK” if you’re dealing with this and would like to discuss further!

03/16/2026

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Product Knowledge:
• Provides vitamin B12 to support energy production
• Supports red blood cell formation
• Supports brain and nervous system health
• Contains trace minerals to support enzyme activity
• Supports healthy methylation pathways

Especially helpful for:
• Fatigue or low energy
• Brain fog
• High stress individuals
• Plant-based eaters
• Those with increased B12 needs

Vitamin B12 plays a key role in converting food into usable cellular energy and supporting proper nerve function.

DM “B12” for our recommended dosing and 25% off today!