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Massages are no longer only for luxury spas and fancy health clubs. Today, massages are offered and readily available for everyone. Massage clinics have become widely prominent in our society and for good reason. There are so many benefits that can come from massage therapy that goes beyond the relaxation aspect of it. From improved…
Read MoreHave you got chronic back or neck pain? We’re proud to announce that we are officially a DMR clinic, providing a cutting-edge and very successful sequence of treatments for back pain and other complaints. DMR Method: Innovative Nonsurgical Treatment DMR means Diagnose, Manage and Rehabilitate. Familiar words, familiar concepts–but reinvented to bring relief to people…
Read MoreHeadaches are no fun. Statistics suggest that 80-90% of people suffer headaches at some point in their lives, and one person out of six experiences a headache in a given year. They can range from minor inconveniences to full-blown, painful and debilitating migraines. Three Types of Headaches Only about 5% of headaches are symptoms of…
Read MoreFlip-flops. Call them thongs, call them zories, these familiar casual sandals are the essence of summer. They’re easy to put on and slip off, and they’re just a whisper away from bare-footing it. They’re cheap and fun, coming in a million and one colors. Most amusing of all, they’re a wearable daily example of onomatopoeia–a…
Read MoreMany of us remember that day in gym class every year when the school nurse screened us for scoliosis. Many Minnesota students get these checks today, and with good reason: scoliosis is the nation’s most common spinal deformity and affects approximately 3 percent of Americans. While scoliosis is fairly prevalent, many of us don’t know…
Read MoreApril is Stress Awareness Month. (It’s also file-your-tax-return month. Coincidence? We doubt it….) Excess stress is no fun. Increasingly, however, research is finding that stress is clinically unhealthy in a variety of concrete ways. At Life Wellness Center, we focus on the triad of health. The three pillars are mental, physical, and nutritional health. Keep…
Read MoreEat Well The holiday season is practically defined by edible temptations. Take the middle road–enjoy treats in moderation. You’ll feel deprived if you don’t indulge at all, so plan on some treats, and eat healthily when you’re not in social situations. Maintain Your Exercise Routine Even if your schedule is packed, reserve time for your…
Read MoreBack and neck pain are among the main reasons patients consult a chiropractor. A Gallup poll taken during winter 2016 reveals just how prevalent neck and back pain are in the US. According to Gallup results, one in four adults has sought care for back or neck pain in the last year. Over the course…
Read MorePracticing good posture is challenging at any age. Wouldn’t it be great if we all developed great postural habits as kids? However, kids today face more challenges to practicing good posture than ever. Two factors can have a huge impact on posture: texting and overloaded daypacks. First, let’s talk about texting, or use of any…
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