Lundgren Family Chiropractic

01/14/2025

📚Understanding Your Diaphragm’s Role in Lower Back Pain

🌟 What is the Diaphragm?
The diaphragm is a large, dome-shaped muscle located at the base of the lungs. It’s primarily responsible for helping you breathe but also plays a key role in spinal stability.

🌟 Nerve Innervation
The diaphragm is innervated by the phrenic nerve, which originates from the cervical spinal cord levels C3, C4, and C5. This nerve controls the movement of the diaphragm, enabling it to contract and relax as you breathe.

🌟 Link Between Diaphragm Function and Lower Back Pain
Recent studies, including one using dynamic magnetic resonance imaging, have shown that people with chronic lower back pain often have abnormal diaphragm positioning and movement. This dysfunction can lead to decreased trunk stability, contributing to increased lower back pain.

🌟 How Can Chiropractic Help?
Chiropractic adjustments can be particularly beneficial for restoring proper diaphragm function.

✅Adjustments to the cervical spine help optimize nerve function that controls the diaphragm.
✅Thoracic adjustments can improve rib cage mobility, enhancing the diaphragm’s ability to expand and contract.
✅Manual techniques to the diaphragm itself can reduce tension in the muscle, helping it function more efficiently, which can improve breathing and potentially reduce spinal stress.

🌟 Overall Benefits
By ensuring the diaphragm functions properly, chiropractic care can help maintain spinal stability, reduce lower back pain, and improve overall respiratory health.

💡 Remember!
Your diaphragm does more than just help you breathe. Keeping it healthy is a crucial part of maintaining lower back health and overall wellbeing.

👩‍⚕️ For personalized chiropractic care, visit us or contact us today!



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12/24/2024

08/29/2024

🧐What is the Sympathetic Nervous System (SNS)?
The sympathetic nervous system is part of the autonomic nervous system, essential for managing the body’s involuntary functions and activating the “fight or flight” response.

👨‍⚕️Functions of the SNS:

✅Regulates heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing.
✅Controls the release of glucose for energy.
✅Manages body temperature and the dilation of pupils.

🔎Exact Location in the Thoracic Region:
The SNS is structured along the spinal column, specifically from the first thoracic vertebra to the second lumbar vertebra. The thoracic spinal nerves play a critical role, highlighting the importance of thoracic spine health for optimal sympathetic system performance.

🔎Impact of Muscle Fatigue on Spinal Posture:
Chronic muscle fatigue can lead to non-optimal spinal posture, as weakened muscles struggle to support the spine properly. This can exacerbate spinal misalignment and nerve compression, further affecting the sympathetic nervous system and overall body function. Chiropractic adjustments can help alleviate muscle fatigue by improving spinal alignment, thus supporting better muscle function and posture.

🌈Health Insights:

🔹 Muscle Fatigue & Thyroid Function: Thoracic spine misalignments can disrupt sympathetic nerve functions, impacting muscle fatigue and thyroid hormone secretion. Chiropractic adjustments restore alignment, enhancing muscle endurance and thyroid health.

🔹 Osteoporosis Risk & Thyroid Health: The sympathetic nervous system’s role in bone metabolism, influenced by thyroid hormones and spinal alignment, can affect bone density. Regular chiropractic care ensures these systems function harmoniously to manage osteoporosis risk.

🔹 Enhanced Autonomic Regulation: Corrective chiropractic care ensures the sympathetic nervous system operates effectively, supporting vital body processes from digestion to heart rate regulation.

🔍 Dive deeper into how chiropractic care enhances spinal and sympathetic nervous system health with your chiropractor today.😁



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08/23/2024

👐 What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? 👐

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) happens when a nerve in your wrist, called the median nerve, gets squeezed or pinched. This nerve runs through a narrow space in your wrist known as the carpal tunnel. When there’s too much pressure on this nerve, it can cause a lot of discomfort.

🧐What Causes It?

✅Repetitive Motions: Doing the same hand and wrist movements over and over (like typing or using tools) can irritate the nerve.
✅Injuries & Health Issues: Wrist injuries or certain conditions like diabetes or arthritis can increase your risk.
✅Anatomy: Some people naturally have a smaller carpal tunnel, which makes them more likely to develop CTS.
✅Cervical Spinal Misalignment: The median nerve originates from the cervical spine (neck) and travels down the arm to the wrist. Misalignment in the cervical spine can irritate the nerve roots and lead to increased pressure on the median nerve, exacerbating or even mimicking the symptoms of CTS.

How Does It Feel?

✅Tingling & Numbness: Your fingers, especially your thumb, index, and middle fingers, might feel tingly or numb. This often gets worse at night, making it hard to sleep.
✅Pain: You might feel pain in your wrist or hand, which can even shoot up your arm. It’s like having an ache that just won’t go away.
✅Weakness & Clumsiness: You might notice that your hand feels weaker, and you drop things more often because it’s hard to grip them tightly.

👨‍⚕️How Chiropractic Care Can Help

Chiropractic care can be a great option for relieving the symptoms of CTS without surgery or drugs. By gently adjusting your wrist and sometimes even your spine, chiropractors can help take the pressure off the median nerve.

✨ Remember: If your hands or wrists are bothering you, don’t wait—reach out to a chiropractor to see how they can help!

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07/30/2024

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07/23/2024

📚 Health Tip: Understanding Pes Anserine Bursitis (Goosefoot Bursitis) 🦶

🧐What is it?
Pes Anserine Bursitis, or Goosefoot Bursitis, is an inflammatory condition affecting the inside of the knee. The pes anserine bursa, located between the shinbone and hamstring tendons, becomes irritated, leading to pain and swelling.

📚Symptoms to Watch For:

✅Sharp pain inside the knee, a few inches below the joint.
✅Increased pain during exercise or climbing stairs.
✅Tenderness and swelling in the affected area.
✅Pain during sleep, especially when rolling over.
✅Weakness in the knee and leg.

👨‍⚕️Common Causes:

✅Hamstring Tightness: Lack of proper stretching.
✅Repetitive Movements: Running, climbing, or specific job activities.
✅Excessive Stress: Frequent side-to-side movements.
✅Trauma: Direct blow to the knee.
✅Infection: Septic bursitis due to bacteria.

🙌Chiropractic Connection:
Chiropractic adjustments can play a crucial role in managing and alleviating symptoms of Pes Anserine Bursitis. By realigning the knee joint and surrounding structures, chiropractic care helps reduce excess pressure on the pes anserine bursa, improving overall knee function.

✨Benefits of Chiropractic Adjustments:

✅Pain Relief: Reduces pain and inflammation in the knee.
✅Improved Mobility: Enhances range of motion and flexibility.
✅Strengthening: Supports muscle and joint health, reducing recurrence.
✅Holistic Approach: Addresses underlying causes like hamstring tightness and biomechanical issues.

🔍 Important: If you suspect you have Pes Anserine Bursitis, consult your chiropractor for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.

Stay informed and take care of your knees! 💪✨

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07/11/2024

🌟 Understanding Torticollis and the Benefits of Chiropractic Care 🌟

🧠 What is Torticollis?
Torticollis, also known as “wry neck,” involves involuntary muscle contractions in the neck, causing the head to tilt or twist to one side. It can result from various factors, including injury, stress, or congenital conditions.

🔹 Symptoms:
- Head tilting towards the shoulder
- Neck pain
- Limited neck movement
- Possible secondary complications like cervical spine arthritis

🦴 How Chiropractic Care Can Help:

1. Pain Relief & Improved Mobility: Gentle spinal adjustments can reduce pain and improve neck mobility by correcting misalignments.
2. Non-Invasive Treatment: Chiropractic care offers a safe alternative to surgery, focusing on natural healing.
3. Personalized Care: Treatment plans are tailored to individual needs, addressing the root cause of torticollis.
4. Holistic Approach: Beyond adjustments, chiropractors provide posture guidance, exercises, and lifestyle tips for comprehensive care.

👶 Benefits for Infants:

• Early chiropractic intervention in infants with congenital torticollis can prevent long-term complications and promote healthy development.

📊 Research-Backed: Studies have shown significant improvements in symptoms and overall function in patients with torticollis following chiropractic care.

🩺 Your Path to Relief:

• If you or a loved one is dealing with torticollis, consider exploring the benefits of chiropractic care. It’s a holistic, patient-centric approach that promotes overall well-being and long-term relief.

🔍 References:

• Chiropractic & Manual Therapies: Systematic Review
• Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health - Chiropractic: Case Study



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07/08/2024

🌟 Introduction to Chiropractic Care for Children’s Knee Pain

Is your child experiencing knee pain? Chiropractic care might be just what they need! It’s a gentle, non-invasive way to help relieve pain and improve overall health. Here’s how it can make a difference. 🦵💪

🩺 Pain Relief and Better Movement

Chiropractic care can reduce pain by realigning joints and improving how they move. This helps reduce discomfort and makes it easier for your child to move around. By fixing misalignments, chiropractic adjustments also reduce inflammation and improve blood flow, helping the body heal naturally. 🌈

🌐 Whole-Body Approach

Chiropractic care doesn’t just focus on the knees. It looks at the whole body to find and treat the root causes of pain. Misalignments in the spine or pelvis can put extra stress on the knees. By correcting these, chiropractic care helps balance the body and prevent future injuries. 🌿

🏃‍♂️ Exercises and Rehabilitation

Along with adjustments, chiropractors often suggest specific exercises to strengthen the muscles around the knee. These exercises improve flexibility and stability, which supports long-term knee health and helps prevent future injuries. 🏋️‍♀️

📖 Real Stories and Success

Real stori ccess! Many parents and children  relief from knee pain with chiropractic care. Wh for conditions like patellar tendonitis or sacroiliac joint dysfunction, chiropractic adjustments have helped reduce pain and improve mobility. 🌟

Sources:

    1.    Cleveland Clinic【73†source】
    2.    Dr. Axe【74†source】
    3.    Victory Rehab【75†source】

Chiropractic care can be a great option for children with knee pain. By addressing the root causes and promoting natural healing, it offers a gentle, effective way to improve your child’s health and well-being.



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05/09/2024

🌟 Health Spotlight: Pediatric Chiropractic Care🌟

👶 As parents, we always want what’s best for our little ones, from their nutrition to their overall well-being. Have you considered chiropractic care? Here’s why it could be a game-changer for your child:

🌈 Gentle & Safe: Chiropractic adjustments for kids are gentle, safe, and tailored to their needs. They help in managing colic, improving sleep patterns, and enhancing overall nervous system function.

🛌 Better Sleep: Adjustments can improve sleep quality, meaning more restful nights for both kids and parents!

📚 Enhanced Development: Regular chiropractic care supports better posture and physical growth, setting a strong foundation for future health.

👧 Immune Boost: Keeping the nervous system in top shape can boost the immune system, helping kids fight off common illnesses.

🎉 Happy Kids, Happy Parents: Kids who get regular adjustments often experience fewer ear infections, less asthma, and improved behavior due to better nervous system function.

💬 Curious about how chiropractic care can help your child thrive? Leave a comment or send us a message! We’re here to guide you on this healthy journey! 🌟




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09/02/2023

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09/01/2023

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08/31/2023

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08/30/2023

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08/29/2023

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08/25/2023

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08/19/2023

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08/18/2023

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