Goshen Family Chiropractic

09/02/2025

We received another great review on Google!

08/28/2025

Migraines: Are They Triggered By Weather Changes?

Some people who have migraines appear to be more sensitive to changes in the weather. Weather-related triggers include:

• Bright sunlight
• Extreme heat or cold
• Sun glare
• High humidity
• Dry air
• Windy or stormy weather
• Barometric pressure changes

For some people, weather changes may cause imbalances in brain chemicals, including serotonin, which can prompt a migraine.

If you feel your migraines are triggered by weather, you may be understandably frustrated. After all, you can't change the weather. However, you can learn which weather changes start a migraine and take steps to lessen their effects by:

• Keeping a headache diary; listing each migraine, when it happened, how long it lasted and what could have caused it. This can help you determine if you have specific weather triggers.

• Monitoring weather changes and avoiding triggers if possible; For example, stay indoors during very cold or windy weather if these factors appear to trigger your migraines.

•Making healthy lifestyle choices ; eat healthy foods, exercise regularly, drink enough water, get enough sleep, and keep your stress under control. These factors can help reduce the number and severity of your migraines.

08/27/2025

Two types of back pain:

Acute: Short-term back pain lasts a few days to a few weeks. Most low back pain is acute

Chronic: defined as pain that continues for 12 weeks or longer, even after an initial injury or underlying cause of acute low back pain has been treated. About 20 percent of people affected by acute low back pain develop chronic low back pain with persistent symptoms at one year.

08/26/2025

22 almonds a day may help prolong your health span, study finds

A study recently published in the journal Scientific Report says that eating about 2 ounces of almonds a day may help lower oxidative stress and improve oxidative health, potentially prolonging the health span.

Upon analysis, scientists found a dose-dependent link where eating more than 60 g — or about 2 ounces (oz) — of almonds each day helped to significantly reduce certain markers of cellular damage, including malondialdehyde (MDA) and 8-hydroxy-2′-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG)

Researchers also reported those who consumed more than 60 g of almonds daily had improved antioxidant defenses, and small but significant reduction to their uric acid levels, which is also considered to be a biomarker of oxidative stress.

Eating around 22 almonds a day may help lower oxidative stress and improve oxidative health, thus prolonging health span, a recent study suggests.

08/21/2025

Chiropractic tips for back-to-school season

Summer has flown by, and the back-to-school season is already upon us. For many families this means back to schedules and getting the kids ready for another exciting school year. This transitional time can sometimes cause unwanted stress not only for parents but for kids too! Here are a few chiropractic tips to help make this back-to-school season a healthy and happy one for the whole family.

1. Back to school immunity: You can help your child avoid these unwanted cold symptoms by improving their bodies’ defense and giving them an extra edge on their peers. Chiropractic adjustments have also been shown to help boost your child’s immune system by ensuring your child’s nervous system is functioning at 100%. Also adding fruits and veggies to your child’s diet can add great sources of immune boosting vitamins and minerals which they can be missing out on if their diet contains high amounts of processed foods (foods in bags and boxes). If getting your kids to eat their fruits and veggies is a battle, a great solution is a fruit smoothie.

2. Backpack safety: Ensuring your child has the correct size backpack and the weight is evenly distributed from right to left can help avoid spinal related pain and injury. A great rule of thumb to follow is keeping your child’s backpack weight under 10-15% of their body weight. Backpacks that exceed this weight can cause your child to be pulled backwards and compensate by bending at the waist and/or shrugging the shoulders.

3. Kids need sleep: With packed school and after-school schedules, sleep can often take the back seat. To help ensure your child is getting enough rest, stick to the same bedtime every night so there is less trouble waking up early for school during the week. Also limiting screen-time 2 hours before bed can help your child naturally produce enough of the sleepy time hormone, melatonin, for deeper sleep.

08/20/2025

How Does Chiropractic Help Tension Headaches?

Tension headaches are very common and associated with muscle tension in the neck and scalp. These headaches may begin gradually and then last for hours or even days. But unlike migraines, these types of headaches are not usually associated with nausea or vomiting.

There are numerous research studies linking tension headaches and chiropractors. Duke University performed a study in 2001, which concluded that “spinal manipulation resulted in almost immediate improvement for those headaches that originate in the neck, and had significantly fewer side effects and longer-lasting relief of tension-type headaches than commonly prescribed medications.

Tension headaches can be very difficult to deal with, especially if they are chronic. Realizing that the root of the problem may lie in the root of your body is key in getting some relief. Chiropractic care can be the answer to your prayers. Tension headaches don’t have to be a chronic part of your life.

08/19/2025

Why You Need to Drink Water After Your Chiropractic Adjustment

If you’ve ever had an Chiropractic adjustment, you’ve probably been urged to drink extra water after your visit. Sure, everyone needs to stay hydrated. But why is it important to drink extra water after an adjustment?

1. Water helps flush toxins released after your adjustment: We encounter toxins every day through our environment, food, and other products. When you get an adjustment, the body releases some of those toxins so they can be eliminated through waste.

2. Drinking water prevents any post-adjustment muscle soreness: You know that sore feeling you get in your muscles after an intense workout? You can get that same soreness after a deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, or a chiropractic adjustment as the muscles release their tension and settle into a new position. Drink plenty of water after your chiropractic visit to flush away that lactic acid and feel better faster.

3. Water keeps your joints healthy and lubricated: All tissues in the body need water to thrive, including your joint tissue. During your adjustment, your chiropractor will gently adjust your joints and help them move properly. But without enough water to lubricate the joint tissues, the benefits of your treatment will be offset by the damaging effects of dehydration.

08/18/2025

Small change to how you walk may help relieve osteoarthritis pain

A new study by researchers from the University of Utah, New York University, and Stanford University, suggests that learning to walk differently could both slow the progression and relieve the pain of knee osteoarthritis.

The participants in the study were aged 18 or over. All had early-stage medial compartment knee osteoarthritis, graded levels 1 to 3 on the Kellgren-Lawrence scale (where 4 is severe osteoarthritis) by a radiologist.

The 68 people included in the study could walk unaided for 25 minutes on a treadmill, had a body mass index (BMI) of less than 35 kilograms per square meter (kg/m²), and reported medial knee pain of 3 or more on an 11 point scale .

At the end of the study, the intervention group reported a larger reduction in pain than the control group, with the intervention group’s NRS pain score reducing, on average, by 2.5, and the control group’s by 1.3 from the beginning of the study.

Aodifying your walking style may relieve the pain and slow the progression of knee osteoarthritis as effectively as commonly used medications, a recent study has found.

08/12/2025

Why is Chiropractic Care so important?

While you may think your body is fine, you need to prevent future problems from developing. If you go and visit a chiropractor regularly, you can do exactly that.

A chiropractor understands how to take a look at your body and identify potential problem areas. If you go to the chiropractor regularly, you can reduce discomfort, sleep better at night, and improve your overall quality of life.

If you or a loved one aren’t utilizing the many benefits of consistent chiropractic care, consider making an appointment with Dr. Raj. We love introducing people to chiropractic and are here to serve you.

08/11/2025

Matching Your Workouts to Your Personality Could Help You Enjoy Exercise

If you find it difficult to stay motivated at the gym, a new study suggests that matching your workouts to your personality type could lead to more consistent, more rewarding sessions.

Researchers at University College London found that personality traits influence exercise enjoyment and preference. The study was published on July 7 in the journal Frontiers in Psychology.

The study compared participants’ baseline fitness levels and fitness outcomes, along with enjoyment and exercise preferences, across the five major personality trait domains.

The “Big Five” personality traits include:

conscientiousness
agreeableness
neuroticism
openness
extraversion

The researchers examined how the Big Five personality traits influence key aspects of an exercise routine. For example, do certain traits correlate with a preference for higher- or lower-intensity workouts?

Your personality may play a role in the type of exercise you prefer, according to a new study. The findings could help to tailor exercise programs to individual preference, leading to greater satisfaction and consistency.

08/07/2025

Summer is ending soon. Sadly, this means that many healthy habits start to take a back seat. Exercise gets replaced with errands, the days get shorter, and food changes from fresh summer produce to fall and winter comfort foods. Here’s how you can take advantage of the coming months to work on your health goals without losing the progress you made over the summer.

1. Get more sleep: Shorter days means more darkness at night. This leads to more opportunities for sleep. A good night’s sleep is essential for health. It allows your body to repair itself, helps release hormones that aid you in fat burning, and gives you the energy you need.

2. Relax: Better health requires taking time to relax. So, whether you read a book, watch a movie, make sure you prioritize relaxation.

3. Exercise: Want better health when summer ends? Make time to exercise. Plan to exercise at least 30 minutes a day. It can be as simple as a walk during your work breaks or as vigorous as a boot camp at your local gym.