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01/23/2026

01/22/2026

Poor balance doesn’t mean decline is inevitable.

🧠 The brain is adaptable.
⚡ The nervous system can improve.
⚖️ Balance can get better.

With the right care and simple daily habits, you can support balance, coordination, and long-term brain health at any age.

🧪 Try this quick test at home:

✔️ Stand near a chair or wall
✔️ Lift one foot
✔️ Balance for 20 seconds
✔️ Switch legs

How did you do?

Difficulty balancing can be an early sign that the brain and nervous system need support.

Schedule an appointment today!

01/21/2026

Here are some ways you can work on improving your balance. Try to practice at least one of these exercises daily:

▪️ Stand on one leg whenever you're waiting in line at the theater, bank, or grocery store.

▪️ Stand on one leg while brushing your teeth: one minute on one leg while brushing the upper teeth, and another minute on the other leg while brushing the lower teeth.

▪️ Keep a wobble board (see photo below) in your office; stand on it during a break or whenever you're on the phone.

▪️ Ask someone to toss you a Frisbee or beach ball while you balance on one leg and then on the other.

▪️ Practice sitting down and getting up from a chair without using your hands.

▪️ Practice walking heel to toe — that is, like a tightrope walker, placing the heel of one foot just in front of the toes of the opposite foot each time you take a step.

▪️ Take a tai chi or dance class (or use DVDs at home), or take up social dancing. Although more research is needed, there's evidence that dance can improve balance and stability. Studies comparing dancers to nondancers suggest that dancers rely more on proprioception than on visual cues.

▪️ Visit a fitness center and find out if it offers balance classes or the use of (and training on) balance or wobble boards.

And remember, too much stress on your nervous system can contribute to balance issues. Chiropractors can reduce this stress through specific care for you.

Get your chiropractic adjustment!
-Adapted from Harvard Health

01/20/2026

Try balancing on each leg for 20 seconds. Can you do it? If not, your health is at stake.
Check out our page every day this week for tips to help you improve your balance. 🙌

01/19/2026

Your Ability to Balance Could Help Determine Your Future Health.

It is well known in scientific circles that your ability to balance is directed by specific areas of the brain BUT now research is starting to show that your ability to balance is a good predictor of future health.

According to a study published in the American Heart Association’s journal Stroke, “struggling to stand on one leg for less than 20 seconds was linked to an increased risk for stroke, small blood vessel damage in the brain, and reduced cognitive function in otherwise healthy people”.

It also concluded that “the ability to balance on one leg is an important test for brain health”.

Before you read any further, stand up and try to balance on one leg at a time, for at least 20 seconds…can you do it?

Having poor balance puts you at risk for brain disease and cognitive decline.

BUT WAIT…now for the good news!

A study that explored the role of chiropractic for the treatment of dizziness/balance disorders through an analysis of data from the 2008 National Health Interview Survey showed "that chiropractic was highly effective in helping resolve these issues."

The odds ratio for perceiving being helped by a chiropractor was 95%.

Chiropractors, by influencing the brain via a chiropractic adjustment, help the brain to communicate more effectively and keep your body functioning the way it should, starting with better balance.

In addition to suggesting regular chiropractic care for balance issues, this week our focus is going to be on things you can do to improve your ability to balance.

Sources:
J Evid Based Complementary Altern Med 2016 Apr;21(2):138-42. doi: 10.1177/2156587215604974. Epub 2015 Sep 11.

Ability to balance on one leg may reflect brain health, stroke risk https://ecs.page.link/M2V6P

01/15/2026

6 Things You Can Do to Stop Doomscrolling

1. Don't spend more than 15 minutes at a time scrolling, set a timer.
2. Start and end your day with some positivity
3. Take a break from the news, unplug for a while
4. Before responding to a post when you're heated, stop and count to 10 before posting
5. Block the sites you find distressing, you can set up filters on your phone so you don't see the doom and gloom
6. Don't use technology right before bed as it can make sleeping more difficult, better yet make your bedroom a technology-free zone
- adapted from amenclinics

You are in control of how much negativity you expose yourself to.

And remember, get adjusted, it will help reduce stress on your nervous system!

01/14/2026

Ever catch yourself endlessly scrolling the news or social media and feeling more anxious afterward?

That’s called doomscrolling, and it keeps your brain stuck in stress mode. Over time, this can impact sleep, mood, focus, and overall health.

The good news?

Small lifestyle changes and nervous system support can help reverse these effects and calm your brain.
📅 Ready to give your brain a break?

Schedule your appointment today and start supporting your nervous system naturally.

01/13/2026

4 𝒖𝒏𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉𝒚 𝒃𝒆𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒊𝒐𝒓𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒅𝒐𝒐𝒎𝒔𝒄𝒓𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒄𝒂𝒏 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒅 𝒕𝒐:

𝟏. 𝐋𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐞𝐩
Research shows that “teenagers who on average get an hour less sleep at night were 38% more likely to feel sad and hopeless, 42% more likely to consider su***de, 58% more likely to attempt su***de, and 23% more likely to engage in substance abuse.”

𝟐. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐠𝐚𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐬
Which negatively impacts your moods and mental well-being.

𝟑. 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐥
In March 2020 shortly after the pandemic hit, There was a 54% Increase in alcohol sales. This trend has continued over the last few years. Alcohol is a toxin and can cause a number of health issues including increasing your risk of cancer.

𝟒. 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐬
The stress caused by doomscrolling and the addictive nature of this habit (consuming your time) can lead to relationship conflicts.

Later this week we will discuss things you can do to stop this harmful behavior.

But you can start by limiting your scrolling to 15 minutes at any one time.

It is so easy to get sucked in once you start, and before you know it an hour or more has gone by!

01/12/2026

DOOMscrolling: What It Is and How It’s Damaging Your Brain & Health

Doomscrolling is the habit of endlessly scrolling through your phone or computer while consuming content that triggers fear, stress, or emotional distress. It has become so common that the term is now officially recognized by Merriam-Webster and Meanings & Definitions of English Words | Dictionary.com https://ecs.page.link/R9UCw.

Most of us have been there, telling ourselves “just one more scroll” and suddenly finding we’ve gone deep into a rabbit hole of negative headlines and alarming content, especially during uncertain times.

What Doomscrolling Does to Your Brain

Doomscrolling doesn’t just affect your mood; it changes how your brain functions.

Repeated exposure to negative or frightening information activates the brain’s fear center (the amygdala)

This keeps the nervous system stuck in a constant fight-or-flight state

Over time, this can contribute to:
▪️Anxiety and depression
▪️Obsessive or compulsive behaviors
▪️Addictive patterns around phone use

Neuroscience shows that the human brain is naturally wired to focus on threats. From an evolutionary standpoint, this helped keep us safe, but in today’s world, constant digital exposure overwhelms that system.

Stress, Hormones, and Long-Term Health Effects

According to a survey from the American Psychological Association, 56% of people report that regularly following the news causes significant stress.

Doomscrolling often goes far beyond casual news consumption.

Chronic exposure to stress elevates stress hormones like cortisol, which, over time, can:
🚫 Shrink key memory centers in the brain
🚫 Increase inflammation throughout the body
🚫 Contribute to conditions such as:
🚫 High blood pressure & cardiovascular disease
🚫 Memory problems & attention issues
🚫 Diabetes
🚫 Anxiety & depression

The Good News: This Is Reversible

The brain is adaptable. With the right support, it can recover and function better.

Research shows that healthy lifestyle changes, including regular chiropractic care, can help improve brain and nervous system function, allowing the body to regulate stress more effectively and heal as it should.

What’s Next

This week, our focus will be on:
✔️ How doomscrolling affects your health and relationships
✔️ Practical, realistic tips to break the doomscrolling cycle
✔️ Simple ways to reverse the negative effects and support your brain

Your brain was designed to thrive, not live in constant stress. Small changes can make a powerful difference.

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01/05/2026

A Better Option for Your Child’s Ear Infection and Why

If you’re a parent, there’s a better-than-average chance your child has had an ear infection, possibly even recurrent ear infections. And if so, there’s also a good chance you were sent home with a prescription for antibiotics.

But did you know there may be a better alternative?

Ear infections are the number one reason parents take their children to the pediatrician and account for approximately 35% of all pediatric office visits.

That makes this not only common, but a significant problem that deserves a better solution.

The Problem with the Current Approach

The issue often isn’t the diagnosis, it’s the treatment.

Research has shown that antibiotics are frequently ineffective in treating ear infections, especially recurrent ones. Because of this, the medical community has begun to shift its stance on routinely prescribing antibiotics for these cases.

There’s also another major concern: antibiotic resistance.

Antibiotics have been used so frequently and for so many conditions that bacteria have adapted and become stronger. You’ve likely heard the phrase, “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.” Unfortunately, that’s exactly what’s happening with many bacteria today.

As a result, antibiotics are becoming less effective while exposing children to unnecessary side effects and contributing to a growing global health issue.

A Different Perspective: Chiropractic Care

There’s a common misconception that chiropractors only treat back and neck pain. In reality, chiropractic care focuses on supporting the brain and nervous system, which control immune function and the body’s ability to heal.

When the nervous system is functioning properly, the body is better equipped to drain fluid, reduce inflammation, and fight infection naturally.

What the Research Shows

A study published in 1996 found that 93% of children receiving chiropractic care for ear infections showed improvement.
Over 75% improved in less than 10 days
43% improved after just one or two visits

These results highlight the importance of addressing the underlying cause, rather than repeatedly medicating symptoms.

The Bigger Picture

Germs and bacteria aren’t going away, and they don’t need to. Our bodies are designed with immune systems capable of handling them.

The key is ensuring that the brain and nervous system are functioning optimally, so the immune system can do its job.

A Message Worth Sharing

Repeated antibiotic use for ear infections isn’t just ineffective; it can be harmful long-term and contributes to an ongoing cycle of illness.

If you’re a parent looking for a more natural, supportive approach for your child’s health, chiropractic care may be the missing piece.

Get adjusted. Share this message. Help break the cycle.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at our office!

We are so grateful for our amazing patients and community. Thank you for trusting us with your health and allowing us to be part of your journey.

May your Christmas be filled with peace, joy, good health, and time spent with those you love.

We look forward to continuing to serve you in the New Year!

❤️🎄✨