Dr. Douglas Briggs at Wilmington Chiropractic Integrative Health Center

09/11/2025

https://www.foxnews.com/health/common-prescription-drugs-linked-surge-fall-related-death-rates-among-seniors

Certain prescription medications, including beta-blockers and gabapentinoids, could increase fall risk in older adults, as some experts claim that reducing unnecessary drugs could prevent injuries.

09/08/2025

https://www.foxnews.com/health/additives-ultra-processed-foods-linked-higher-death-risk-major-study

Research identifies five food additive categories including flavors, sweeteners and coloring agents that may significantly increase all-cause mortality risk.

09/03/2025

https://www.firststatehealth.com/2025-september/?article=lead&id=0&sid=234555&site=2341

Natural health news published monthly by First State Health & Wellness | September 2025 Issue

09/03/2025

Weekend Warrior? Protect Your Spine from Overdoing It
man and woman gardening outdoorsIf you spend weekdays behind a desk and then hit the gym, garden, or sports field hard on weekends, your body may be caught off guard. Muscles that sit dormant all week can tighten, and sudden bursts of activity on an unprepared spine increase the risk of stiffness, soreness, or recurring aches.

Regular chiropractic visits may help keep your spine balanced and mobile, so your nervous system adapts more efficiently. With improved flexibility and movement, your body can handle sudden changes in activity with less resistance. Many “weekend warriors” find recovery feels easier when their spine isn’t working against them.

If you want Mondays to feel less punishing after an active weekend, a little ongoing spinal maintenance could make all the difference. We’re here to help whenever you need it.

09/03/2025

Why Kids Bounce Back Differently Than Adults
woman having back examinedChildren’s spines are flexible and resilient, but they’re not immune to stress. Heavy backpacks, long hours of screen time, or bumps and falls in sports can all influence posture and alignment. Kids may bounce back faster than adults, but small misalignments at an early age can create habits that affect them later.

Adults, on the other hand, often recover more slowly because stress, repetitive work habits, or past injuries accumulate over time. Chiropractic care for both children and adults focuses on helping the spine move properly so the nervous system can function without interference.

Encouraging healthy posture and regular spinal check-ups early in life may help protect long-term health. The habits built during childhood often carry forward, making it easier to stay active, resilient, and balanced as the years go on.

09/03/2025

The Stress-Spine Connection
woman with glasses having headache painStress isn’t only in your head—it can show up in your body too. Tight shoulders, jaw clenching, or tension headaches can all be physical signs of emotional strain. Left unchecked, this tension can gradually restrict spinal movement, creating a cycle where the body struggles to relax and heal fully.

Chiropractic care can help by assessing how well the spine moves and whether restricted joints are interfering with nerve communication. When joints move freely, signals between the brain and body flow without interference, making it easier to adapt to daily challenges. Patients often report they feel lighter, calmer, or more able to handle life when their spine isn’t working against them.

Stress won’t vanish overnight, but removing some of the physical tension may give your body the extra bandwidth it needs to recharge. Curious? We’d love to help-reach out to schedule a visit.

08/04/2025

https://www.firststatehealth.com/2025-august/?article=lead&id=0&sid=234555&site=2341

Natural health news published monthly by First State Health & Wellness | August 2025 Issue

08/04/2025

Headaches, Poor Sleep, General Tension? Start with the Spine
man doing yoga on a matSome days, your body just feels “off.” Maybe you’re sleeping okay, eating pretty well, stretching when you can, but the tension keeps creeping back. What’s happening?

One possibility is that spinal tension interferes with how your nervous system supports the rest of your body. Nerves branch out from your spine, influencing everything from muscle tone to how well you can wind down at night. If alignment is off, even slightly, it can add extra stress behind the scenes.

Common signs include a headache that returns after sitting or screen time, a heavy or tense feeling in the shoulders, and restlessness or shallow sleep.

These aren’t always “fixable” with posture alone. Chiropractic care focuses on improving spinal movement so that nerve signals can travel more freely without adding extra work to your body.

If you’re feeling like your usual strategies aren’t cutting it, a check-in with your spine might offer some helpful clues.

08/04/2025

Chiropractic Doesn’t Hide Discomfort, It Helps Clear the Path
woman having neck adjustedDiscomfort is a signal, not a flaw. Whether it’s a tight neck, a dull ache in your lower back, or stiffness that shows up out of nowhere, pain is your body’s way of saying, “Pay attention here.”

Quick fixes, such as anti-inflammatories or pain relief creams, may help in the short term, but they don’t explain why the issue keeps recurring. If symptoms are recurring, there’s often an underlying movement issue that’s interfering with how your body functions.

Chiropractic care examines spinal motion and how it may affect the nervous system’s ability to manage stress, coordinate movement, and support healing. We use a variety of techniques to restore better alignment and reduce built-up tension.

This kind of care doesn’t “treat pain”; it helps clear the interference that may be contributing to it.

If your go-to solutions aren’t providing lasting relief, it might be time to examine what your spine is doing behind the scenes.

08/04/2025

Healing on Pause? Your Spine Might Be Sending Mixed Signals
woman outdoors with hands on lower backSome people bounce back fast from a strain or sore spot. Others stay stuck in a holding pattern. If your recovery feels slower than it used to, the issue may be deeper than muscle tension; it could involve your nervous system.

Your spine protects the network of nerves that carry healing signals throughout your body. But those signals can get scrambled when movement is restricted due to sitting, past injuries, or even stress. Healing still happens, but it may feel slow, incomplete, or inconsistent.

During a chiropractic visit, we assess how your spine moves and look for areas where joint restrictions may interfere with nerve communication. Techniques like hands-on adjustments or gentle instrument-based care can help restore motion so your body can repair more efficiently.

If you’ve been waiting for healing that just isn’t kicking in, this may be a good time to see whether your spine is adding friction to the process.

08/02/2025

https://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/ask-dr-adam-about-leg-cramps/?cmp=EMC-DSM-NLC-OTH-WBLTR-2002400-2094126-9470765-NA-08012025-Webletter-MS2-MS2B-BTN-NA-MembersOnly&encparam=b34TnAwP0B1xXV4QbvrcKq+K+Y+uNWZqvAPBImZLv28=

Cramps are common in older adults. Here’s why they happen — and how to prevent and treat them

08/02/2025

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