When everyday folks think about chiropractors (whether here in Beaverton or across the United States and/or the whole world), their minds probably don’t immediately envision these medical professionals helping babies. But, we do, and one of the most frequented conditions that worried new parents have to deal with, Colic, is something we here at Walker… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Therapies
How Balance Is Impacted with Chiropractic
Is standing on one foot impossible? Have you fallen down the stairs because you “missed a step”? You could have poor balance. Part of achieving good balance is practice. Another element is maintaining proper spinal health. The spine plays a key role in the transmission of messages between the spine and body. If there is… Continue Reading
Sleep and Chiropractic Care
We all know that after a good night of sleep we feel like we can conquer the world. But what about after a night of not so good sleep? What if that not so good sleep persists over a long period of time? Not only do you feel the immediate side effects of fatigue, irritability… Continue Reading
Hydration and Health
How Hydrated Are You? Are you drinking enough water? There are many factors that play into how much water each individual should be consuming throughout the day. But not getting enough can wreak havoc on your body. Why is it so important? Water accounts for 50% to 80% of our body weight depending on… Continue Reading
How Can I Improve My Immunity?
Every part of your body, including your immune system, functions better when it’s protected from environmental stressors and is supported by healthy-living strategies. When your immune system is functioning properly, it either prevents you from getting sick or helps you recover from being sick. A compromised immune system on the other hand leaves you more… Continue Reading
Chiropractic Delivers a More Comfortable Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a wonderful and rewarding experience for most women. However, the female body experiences a number of dramatic physical changes during pregnancy that can lead to considerable discomfort.Your chiropractor wants you to know how beneficial chiropractic treatments can be to help soothe the aches and pains involved in pregnancy, so you can get back… Continue Reading
Frozen Shoulder Syndrome – Can Chiropractic Help?
Although most people think chiropractic is just a treatment for sore backs, your chiropractor wants you to know that chiropractic can help a myriad of different conditions! In one such instance, a 53-year old woman reported complete relief from a condition known as frozen shoulder syndrome (FSS) following a course of chiropractic treatments. The adjustments… Continue Reading
Why Get Regular Chiropractic Adjustments
We all want the quick fix. If we have back pain, we want to go to the chiropractor, receive an adjustment and not feel that back pain again. However, your skeletal pain probably did not occur overnight. It may have been escalated by a slip and fall, but what is the root of your fall?… Continue Reading
How Chiropractic Can Help with Tension Headaches
Most people do not think of a chiropractor for headache care. Our first step is to run to the medicine cabinet for painkillers. However, painkillers are only relieving the pain rather than treating the problem. If you are suffering from a tension headache, you can be effectively treated by chiropractic adjustments. A tension headache is… Continue Reading
Ice vs Heat Therapy, What Should I Use?
Ice & Heat Therapy If you have been involved in a car collision, knowing the rules of heat and ice can prevent a lot of pain and trouble in the long run. But what do you do? There is a lot of confusion out there on what to do when you’ve been injured. Should you… Continue Reading