Dr. Darryl T. Linder Chiropractor

12/11/2022

12/11/2022

Good morning hope you are well and please stay safe

PSA:

08/22/2022

“Hëll is empty and all the dëvïls are here.”
— William Shakespeare

08/22/2022

Awesome

08/22/2022

“The best fighter is never angry.”
— Lao Tzu

08/22/2022

“Nothing is permanent in this world, not even our troubles.”
— Charlie Chaplin

08/18/2022

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11/24/2017

Hope you all had a Happy Thanksgiving

09/17/2017

I hope you all made it through the storm safe and sound. I pray for those that last loved ones. We are back open in all 3 offices and ready to serve.

08/24/2017

Your Child and Backpacks

While carrying a backpack can seem harmless enough it can cause some painful back and neck problems for students who don’t pack or carry their back packs properly. Back pain can begin at an early age as a misalignment of the spine. Improper use of backpacks can lead to muscle imbalance that could turn into chronic back and neck pain later in life. In fact, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that backpack-related injuries sent more than 8,000 people to the emergency room in 2014 alone

• Make sure your child’s backpack weighs no more than 5 to 10 percent of his or her body weight. If the backpack is heavier, it will cause your child to begin bending forward in an attempt to support the weight on his or her back rather than on the shoulders, by the straps.

• A backpack with individualized compartments will help in positioning the contents most effectively. Pack the heavier objects closer to the back (always speak to your child about leaving the heavier books at school if possible). When packing the backpack, make sure that pointy or bulky objects are packed away from the area that will rest on your child’s back. An uneven surface rubbing against your child’s back could cause painful blisters.

• It is important that your child wears both shoulder straps. Lugging the backpack around one shoulder strap can cause the disproportionate shift of weight to one side, leading to neck and muscle spasms as well as low back pain.

• Padded straps are very important. Non-padded straps are uncomfortable, and usually dig into your child’s shoulders

• The shoulder straps should be adjustable, so the backpack can be fitted to your child’s body. Shoulder straps that are too loose can cause the backpack to dangle uncomfortably and cause spinal misalignment and pain.

• Talk to your child about the proper use of backpacks and help him or her understand why this and other ergonomic issues are important. A child who is educated early in life on the importance of ergonomic issues can apply this knowledge later in life, at home or the office, and will be happier and healthier as a result.

If you or you child experiences any pain or discomfort in their neck, shoulders, arms, legs or back call your chiropractor to assess if backpack use could be the cause.

In good health,

Darryl T. Linder, D.C.

06/04/2017

With the summer months upon us, I hope you are taking time to enjoy the weather. Get outside, walk around, and get some exercise… in other words, get off the couch! Remember this: in order to go anywhere or do anything, you need your feet.

Foot ailments, however, can slow us down and limit our ability to enjoy any season. From simple sprains and strains, Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, to flat feet, all can be managed with chiropractic.

Plantar fasciitis is a painful heel condition that, although not disabling, it limits activities such as running and jumping. It is associated with a knife-like pain in the plantar aspect of the heel pad and tends to be worse in the morning. Achilles tendonitis is an inflammation of the Achilles tendon, which attaches the calf muscle to the foot. A tight Achilles can be painful enough, and with inflammation the condition is even worse. Flat feet can result from weak leg muscles, which cause the arch to collapse and fall. This leads to foot and leg pain, as well as fatigue.

What causes foot and ankle problems? Although your foot is built to withstand motion and pressure, too many hours on your feet, sudden movements, or misaligned joints can lead to soft tissue and other problems. Loss of arches does cause structural imbalances in the skeleton that leads to nerve irritation and pain. A loss of an arch can cause pain in the knee and back. Bad arches can even cause neck pain and headaches!

Chiropractic can help resolve these problems by adjusting joints, restoring range of motion, and healing inflammation. To help prevent problems, periodically check athletic and casual shoes for uneven wear, always stretch before and after any activity, and keep yourself hydrated!!!

06/04/2017

Phone number 561 373 9696 if injured and need my help.