Ex-Giants Punter Credits Chiropractic for Long NFL Career

Below is a picture of me with Steve Weatherford, the New York Giants ex -punter. I met him at the Association of New Jersey Chiropractors Conference in October, 2016. He let me try on his Superbowl ring (it is quite heavy)!

Steve credits his ongoing Chiropractic care since his teens with his long NFL career, and with not missing a game due to injury. He spoke to the doctors at the conference and told them that there is a reason why professional sports teams have team Chiropractors. They help keep the injury rates down, speed the athlete's recovery when injured, and increase the player's performance.

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Weight Training Helps Prevent Disease and Pain As We Age

Regular weight training and resistance exercise may prevent and control the development of several musculoskeletal chronic diseases. Whether through using free weights (such as dumbells, kettlebells, barbell), exercise machines, resistance bands, or bodyweight, these exercises have been shown in people over the age of 60 to:

~ Improve physical fitness..
~ Improve body.
~ Improve independence.
~ Reduce chronic pain.
~ Reduce fall risk.
~ Help age-related disorders, including (but not limited to) osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, low back pain, and disability.
~ Improve the quality of the years lived. 


http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007%2Fs40279-016-0507-z
http://blog.aarp.org/2015/11/11/these-simple-exercises-could-help-preserve-brain-health/

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Chiropractic Adjustments Improve Breathing

A recent study has demonstrated that people receiving spinal manipulation of the mid-back (Thoracic spine) have improved breathing afterwards. Respiratory function tests, including forced vital capacity and forced expiratory volume were all improved after the procedure as compared to a control group that did not receive the adjustment.

This confirms what I have witnessed and what patients with respiratory and breathing conditions have reported and experienced. They are helped with regular adjustments.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5080173/

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Material on this blog is provided for informational purposes only. It is general information that may not apply to you as an individual, and is not a substitute for your own doctor’s medical care or advice.

Reading this blog should not  be construed to mean that you and I have a patient-physician relationship. 

The inclusion of any link does not imply my endorsement of the linked site or its affiliates, 

NEVER DISREGARD MEDICAL ADVICE OR DELAY SEEKING MEDICAL CARE BECAUSE OF SOMETHING YOU HAVE READ ON OR ACCESSED THROUGH THIS WEB SITE.

Chiropractic Adjustments Improve Breathing

A recent study has demonstrated that people receiving spinal manipulation of the mid-back (Thoracic spine) have improved breathing afterwards. Respiratory function tests, including forced vital capacity and forced expiratory volume were all improved after the procedure as compared to a control group that did not receive the adjustment.

This confirms what I have witnessed and what patients with respiratory and breathing conditions have reported and experienced. They are helped with regular adjustments.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5080173/

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Material on this blog is provided for informational purposes only. It is general information that may not apply to you as an individual, and is not a substitute for your own doctor’s medical care or advice.

Reading this blog should not  be construed to mean that you and I have a patient-physician relationship. 

The inclusion of any link does not imply my endorsement of the linked site or its affiliates, 

NEVER DISREGARD MEDICAL ADVICE OR DELAY SEEKING MEDICAL CARE BECAUSE OF SOMETHING YOU HAVE READ ON OR ACCESSED THROUGH THIS WEB SITE.

Chiropractic Care Changes Pain

Yesterday was World Spine Day. The Canadian Chiropractic Association has put together a great media awareness campaign: "Chiropractic care changes pain". Check it out and share if you haven't seen it! Spread the word and help the millions of people who can be helped to a more pain-free life by undergoing Chiropractic care. Our office welcomes your referrals.

View the video here:

Chiropractic Care Changes Pain

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Communication Is The Key To Good Healthcare (And All Other Relationships)

I love the following diagram:

What goes on in our heads and what we can express through our words to others in way they can understand or "get" is often a challenge. There's a big drop-off.

If you're my patient, I will to explain what you need to know as best I can. If it's unclear, tell me! Healthcare is a partnership for your betterment.

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Diet To Prevent Dementia?

Can diet help keep your mind sharp and young as you age? Recent studies suggest that it can! It seems a good diet for your heart and joints is also good for your mind. Here are some findings:

Mediterranean Diet:
People who adhere to a Mediterranean diet have lower rates of Alzheimer disease and Parkinson disease.

The Mediterranean diet emphasizes:

• Eating primarily plant-based foods, such as fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes and nuts

• Replacing butter with healthy fats such as olive oil and canola oil

• Using herbs and spices instead of salt to flavor foods

• Limiting red meat to no more than a few times a month

• Eating fish and poultry at least twice a week

• Enjoying meals with family and friends

• Drinking red wine in moderation (optional)

• Getting plenty of exercise

• Green leafy vegetables (like spinach and salad greens): At least 6 servings a week

• Other vegetables: At least one a day

• Nuts: 5 servings a week

• Berries: 2 or more servings a week

• Beans: At least 3 servings a week

• Whole grains: 3 or more servings a day

• Fish: Once a week

• Poultry (like chicken or turkey): Two times a week

• Olive oil: Use it as your main cooking oil.

• Wine: One glass a day

• Red meat: Less than 4 servings a week

• Butter and margarine: Less than a tablespoon daily

• Cheese: Less than one serving a week

• Pastries and sweets: Less than 5 servings a week

• Fried or fast food: Less than one serving a week

MIND Diet:
Older people who followed the MIND diet showed less decline in memory and mental speed, and were less likely to have developed Alzheimer disease at 4.5-year follow-up.


Source: http://www.todaysgeriatricmedicine.com/archive/0715p10.shtml

Bon Apetit!



http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/869379?nlid=109612_764&src=WNL_mdplsfeat_161004_mscpedit_imed&uac=18894MK&spon=18&impID=1209092&faf=1

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Reading this blog should not  be construed to mean that you and I have a patient-physician relationship. 

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NEVER DISREGARD MEDICAL ADVICE OR DELAY SEEKING MEDICAL CARE BECAUSE OF SOMETHING YOU HAVE READ ON OR ACCESSED THROUGH THIS WEB SITE.