Author Archives: alliedchiropractic
Herniated Disc?
Tweet What is this thing we call a herniated disc? Well, before we can answer this question, I think we have to understand what a vertebral disc is, it’s function, etc. A vertebral disc is made of cartilage and fills the spaces … Continue reading
Even 15 minutes of exercise has benefits!!
TweetEnjoy the link… a great article in the Minneapolis Star Tribune on the benefits of even just 15 minutes of exercise… http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/wellness/127799363.html
The Old Wives Tale? The Cracking Of Your Knuckles
Tweet So you’ve probably heard that cracking your knuckles is ‘bad’ for you… Well, for the most part that’s totally an old wives tale. This is one instance when your mother wasn’t exactly telling you the truth. Throughout your day, … Continue reading
A Healthcare Conversation
TweetThe following link below is from a Minnesota public radio show in which a medical doctor has discounted the usefulness of chiropractic and other alternative therapies based on “his research.” Please listen to the following audio in which he debates … Continue reading
“Pillow Pain”
Tweet How’s your pillow been treating you lately? Like most people… their pillow is usually not the proper size or “fluff.” What’s in a proper pillow you say? Well, there are many types shapes and sizes of pillows. First of … Continue reading
Sleep More Soundly…
Tweet Have you ever had one of those nights where no matter what you try and do, you can’t get to sleep? I think we all have… if your looking for a couple ways to get around those sleepless nights, … Continue reading
The Injuries of Golf
Tweet The sport of golf has really taken off the past 15 years with the introduction of Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, and Sergio Garcia. MN also has the most golfers per capita (as a side note). As with any sport, … Continue reading
A Path To Walk On
Tweet Part of a great walk is knowing where to go if you don’t just want to take a stroll in your neighborhood. The area and scenery around you as you get exercise can be just as good a therapy as the … Continue reading
Walk a Hole In Your Soles!!!
Tweet One of the easiest forms of exercise to do is walking. Now, we’re not talking about the loitering while shopping, walk-around-the-office, up and down out of the chair, easy stroll walk. We’re talking about a brisk 30-45 minute walk … Continue reading
The “Weight” of a Can of Soda
Tweet Here’s a quick thought… so in general, losing weight should be as easy as counting the calories in versus calories out (or burned). From a mathematical standpoint, one needs to burn 3,500 kcal (calories) to lose or burn one pound of … Continue reading
