Advanced Medical Rehab of Slidell

Advanced Medical Rehab of Slidell Dr. Jennifer Irwin is a licensed Chiropractor serving the Slidell community. She has been freeing people from pain in the clinic in Slidell, LA.

As a Chiropractor with experience, Dr. Irwin is committed to promoting optimal health and well being of patients. She uses a "whole person approach". This approach to wellness means looking for underlying causes of any disturbance or disruption (which may or may not be causing symptoms at the time) and make whatever interventions and lifestyle adjustments that would optimize the conditions for normal function. Using this unique approach, Dr. Irwin is able to help you to accelerate and/or maintain your journey to good health.

Ever notice how headaches show up at the worst possible time? 🤕⏰Tension-type headaches often feel like a tight band arou...
04/16/2026

Ever notice how headaches show up at the worst possible time? 🤕⏰

Tension-type headaches often feel like a tight band around the head.

Research has found that people with more frequent headaches often report higher stress levels, lower activity levels, and lower overall quality of life.

Sometimes headaches are a sign your body needs a break, movement, or help reducing muscle tension.

Watch the video to learn more about what our clinic can do for headaches. 🎥 https://youtu.be/nM2oVP0Y3W0



Source: Arslan M., et al. BMC Neurology. 2026.

Does your shoulder feel tight when you rotate your arm? 🤔🏐You might have something called GIRD, which stands for glenohu...
04/15/2026

Does your shoulder feel tight when you rotate your arm? 🤔🏐

You might have something called GIRD, which stands for glenohumeral internal rotation deficit. It means the shoulder has limited inward rotation.

This is common among overhead athletes, such as baseball, tennis, and volleyball players. Repeated overhead motion can tighten the back of the shoulder and limit rotation.

A recent study found that stretching the back of the shoulder may help improve rotation and reduce discomfort.

Call our clinic to schedule an appointment if shoulder tightness or pain is limiting your overhead movement.



Source: de Araujo JN, et al. Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery. January 2026.

Kids today can use a tablet faster than they can find the TV remote 📱😄But too much screen time may not be great for thei...
04/14/2026

Kids today can use a tablet faster than they can find the TV remote 📱😄

But too much screen time may not be great for their backs.

Research has found that more screen time is linked with a higher chance of lower back pain in kids and teens.

Encouraging kids to take breaks, move more, and play outside can help keep their bodies healthy 🏃‍♂️

Check out this infographic to learn more about children and back pain. https://chiroup.short.gy/kU5GB8



Source: Calvo-Muñoz I., et al. In Healthcare. January 2026.

Think your headaches are caused by poor posture? 🤔Posture might only be one small piece of the puzzle. 🧩A recent study f...
04/13/2026

Think your headaches are caused by poor posture? 🤔

Posture might only be one small piece of the puzzle. 🧩

A recent study found that people with headaches had neck posture similar to that of those without headaches. The bigger differences were neck movement and muscle endurance.

Improving neck strength and mobility may be an important part of managing headaches 💪

Call our clinic to schedule an appointment if headaches keep coming back.



Source: Arslan M., et al. Pain Research and Management. 2026.

Your MRI says you have a rotator cuff tear… but that does not always mean it is causing your pain 🤔The rotator cuff help...
04/10/2026

Your MRI says you have a rotator cuff tear… but that does not always mean it is causing your pain 🤔

The rotator cuff helps move and support the shoulder. Over time, normal changes in these tissues can show up on MRI scans.

Researchers reviewed MRIs from more than 600 adults and found that many people had rotator cuff changes even when their shoulders felt completely fine.

In fact, about 96% of pain-free shoulders still showed some imaging changes. This is why shoulder pain should be evaluated based on symptoms, movement, and strength, not just the scan.

Check out this infographic to learn more. https://chiroup.short.gy/dTvjHV



Source: Ibounig T, et al. JAMA Internal Medicine. February 2026.

Are you naturally very flexible or “double-jointed”? 🤸‍♀️You may have hypermobility, which means your joints move more t...
04/09/2026

Are you naturally very flexible or “double-jointed”? 🤸‍♀️

You may have hypermobility, which means your joints move more than average.

A recent review found that people with hypermobility may have a higher risk of disc problems in the spine. One reason may be that the discs and surrounding tissues are made of collagen, which can also be more flexible.

That is why building strong, controlled muscles to support the spine is so important 💪

Check out this infographic for more info, then call our office if you have pain along with hypermobility. https://chiroup.short.gy/EzBhEo



Source: Parkinson R, et al. Journal of Clinical Neuroscience. February 2026.

Baseball season is here! ⚾✨Throwing is fun, but doing it the right way is key to keeping your arm, shoulder, and back he...
04/08/2026

Baseball season is here! ⚾✨

Throwing is fun, but doing it the right way is key to keeping your arm, shoulder, and back healthy.

Proper warm-ups, gradual pitch counts, and using correct mechanics can help prevent injuries.

Coaches and parents: encouraging kids to rest, stretch, and strengthen supporting muscles is just as important as practice. 💪

Check out this infographic for tips on safe throwing and keeping your players in the game! https://chiroup.short.gy/Nl45Sj

Exercise does not just help your body. It also helps your mind. 🧠💪Research shows that even small amounts of regular phys...
04/07/2026

Exercise does not just help your body. It also helps your mind. 🧠💪

Research shows that even small amounts of regular physical activity can lower the risk of depression.

When you move, your body releases chemicals that support brain health, reduce inflammation, and improve mood.

For some people with mild depression, exercise might even work as well as medication or therapy.

Moving your body is one of the simplest ways to support both your physical and mental health.



Source: Fabiano N, et al. Molecular Psychiatry. February 2026.

Short on time? Try Exercise Snacks! ⏱️💪These are tiny bursts of activity (2–5 minutes, a few times a day) that can boost...
04/06/2026

Short on time? Try Exercise Snacks! ⏱️💪

These are tiny bursts of activity (2–5 minutes, a few times a day) that can boost your strength and energy. Simple moves like stair climbs, bodyweight squats, or marching in place add up over the day.

Research shows that even short, frequent activity improves overall fitness and health. ✅

Check out our infographic for more tips on fitting exercise snacks into your day, and start moving! https://chiroup.short.gy/S8EwsN

Symptoms radiating into arms or legs? 👋⚡You might be wondering how chiropractic care can help. Research shows spinal adj...
04/03/2026

Symptoms radiating into arms or legs? 👋⚡

You might be wondering how chiropractic care can help. Research shows spinal adjustments can reduce stress on the spinal discs by up to 77%.

Less stress on the disc means less irritation of the nerve and potentially fewer radiating symptoms.

Call our clinic to schedule an appointment if pain, numbness, or tingling is bothering you.



Source: Lin XM, et al. BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies. January 2026.

Shoulder pain when reaching overhead? Your upper back might be part of the problem 👀Many people focus only on the should...
04/02/2026

Shoulder pain when reaching overhead? Your upper back might be part of the problem 👀

Many people focus only on the shoulder, but research shows the upper back plays an important role in how the shoulder moves.

In one study, people who added upper back exercises to shoulder rehab showed greater improvements in pain and strength than those who did shoulder exercises alone.

Our clinic can help. Watch this video for more information on what we can do for shoulder pain. 🎥 https://youtu.be/ktLPQJ0SHoE



Altaş EU. Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery. 2026.

Starting to run outside again this spring? 🏃‍♂️🌷Achilles tendon pain is one of the most common running injuries, especia...
04/01/2026

Starting to run outside again this spring? 🏃‍♂️🌷

Achilles tendon pain is one of the most common running injuries, especially when mileage increases too quickly.

A few simple tips to help reduce your risk:
✅ Increase your running gradually
✅ Limit mileage increases to 10% per week
✅ Add calf raises to strengthen the lower leg
✅ Pay attention to early soreness and back off if needed

Check out this infographic for more tips: https://chiroup.short.gy/fPuRpR



Source: Jandacka D, et al. British Journal of Sports Medicine. February 2026.

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1901 Possum Hollow Road
Slidell, LA
70458

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 6pm
Thursday 9:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 2pm

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+19856460800

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