FIR Chiropractic

Did you know that prolonged desk work and poor posture can lead to what’s known as upper crossed syndrome? This results in forward head posture, tight chest muscles, weak back muscles, and increased wear on our spine. The good news? You can take steps today to change. Take a look at this valuable handout to learn some simple exercises for upper crossed syndrome. ✅https://bit.ly/3tWYAw3



Source: Kang, et al. Turkish Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. 2021 Sept 1.

Did you know that limited ankle mobility and tight calves can contribute to knee injuries? If the ankle doesn’t have enough range of motion, more stress is placed on the knee, eventually leading to strain and injury. Do you have tight calves? Consider this stretch to improve your ankle range of motion. https://bit.ly/38LZPC6



Source: Martinez. American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. 2021 Dec 27.

Migraines can take a toll on your life. Other symptoms like nausea and weakness often accompany these recurring headaches. The good news is chiropractic care can help! If you are suffering from migraines and feel like you have tried everything, give our office a call. We're here to help! 😊

Spring is less than a month away! Hopefully, you find the time to get outside and exercise more in the coming months! Since we have many patients that enjoy cycling, we thought we would share this graphic to help with the correct bike setup. Proper adjustment of your bicycle helps minimize fatigue, discomfort, and overuse injury. Check it out! ✅ https://bit.ly/3hyKARR

Did you know February is National Grapefruit Month? Grapefruits are a great source of Vitamin C, which can help boost your immune system. So grab a grapefruit this month to help your body ward off illnesses! 🧡

More and more people are finding ways to work out at home. Level up your home workouts by switching up your routine, staying hydrated, eliminating distractions, and taking rest days.

Did you know working from home has been associated with increased low back pain? A good option to limit strain on the body is switching to a standing desk. Check out this infographic on how to properly set up your standing workstation! ✅ https://bit.ly/37wabpb



Source: Minoura, et al. Environmental Research and Public Health. 2021.

As months get colder, our skin is prone to getting dryer. The health of your skin is vital to your overall wellness. Here are a few skin care tips for the colder days ahead!

✔ Moisturize
✔ Stay hydrated
✔ Avoid excessive alcohol
✔ Wear sunscreen if you’re going to be outside

Start using these tips, so your skin looks healthy all year round! 🙌

Happy Valentine's Day! We hope you show your spine some love today and work on your mobility! Check out this video to learn how to perform an excellent spine mobility exercise - the cat/camel exercise. ▶️ https://bit.ly/3K549xU

Recent evidence confirms that ankle-related medical costs are reduced if rehabilitation is started sooner rather than later. Our office has excellent results in treating ankle sprains. After we determine the severity of the sprain, we will develop a rehab and treatment plan to speed your recovery. If you’re sidelined, don’t delay. Give our office a call and start your recovery on the right foot… or left. 🦶



Source: Rhon, et al. JOSPT. 2021 Nov 30.

Since 1999, there has been a tenfold increase in opioid overdoses in adults ages 55 and older. 10x! Fortunately, recent research has shown that patients who initially chose spinal manipulative therapy instead of opioids had a substantially lower risk of adverse drug events. Check out this infographic for more information! ✅ https://bit.ly/3ex09bg

Sacroiliac joints in the lower back can cause low back pain. A study found that therapy, like the kind we provide in our office, significantly improves pain intensity and quality of life for patients with these problems. Check out this video for more information on what we can do to help! ▶️ https://youtu.be/ObOI6lvuaNI



Source: Dogan, et al. Effects of mobilization treatment on sacroiliac joint dysfunction syndrome. 2021 July.