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Welcome our new massage therapist Florence! #massagetherapy #sportsmassage #deeptissuemassage #swidishmassage #prenatalmassage #relaxmassage

What is a disc herniation? Have you ever heard the analogy of a disc herniation being like the filling of a donut being squeezed out? That is basically what happens to the disc. But let’s first discuss the anatomy a little bit more for a better picture. The intervertebral disc sits between each vertebrae with the exception of C1-C2. Discs are shock-absorbers. [ 811 more words ] https://santaclaracustomchiro.com//what-to-know-about-dis/

Poor posture is one of the leading causes of neck and shoulder strain, back pain, and even joint pain. Having poor posture for a very long time results in real damage to your body. If you went to the gym and you performed strenuous exercise activities for 5 days weekly, your legs will feel sore and overworked. The same thing happens when you sit at a desk every day. [ 1,002 more word ] https://santaclaracustomchiro.com//how-does-posture-affec/

If you haven’t met her yet, meet Dr Sarah Schweter! Dr. Sarah received her Honors Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at the University of Guelph- Humber in Ontario, Canada. After working at an integrated health clinic as a certified Strength and Conditioning Coach for a year, she pursued her goal of becoming a Doctor of Chiropractic at New York Chiropractic College in upstate New York. Having learned the importance of balance... in life, Dr. Sarah strongly believes that adding functional movement and good nutrition to your daily life will enhance performance and lead to a happier, healthier life. Passing on that knowledge to all of her patients is one of her top priorities as a chiropractor. Dr. Sarah believes in the importance of chiropractic care throughout all stages of life to increase function and reduce pain. She is certified in full body Active Release Technique (A.R.T.) and Webster technique by the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. While using a comprehensive approach, she utilizes diversified adjustments, Nimmo, IASTM and Rocktape in her treatment plans to cater to every patients’ individual goals and needs. In her spare time you will find Dr. Sarah running, exploring new trails and enjoying the sunshine. Call us to schedule with Dr. Sarah. #chiropracticcare #selfcare #bayareachiropractor #scchiropractor #healthyspine

Soft tissues that are commonly injured in our body are the muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Soft-tissue injuries can occur when we perform exercises and sports activities, but sometimes, our simple day-to-day activities can also cause an injury to our soft tissues. Furthermore, soft-tissue trauma often results in pain, swelling, or bruising. Strains, sprains, contusions, tendonitis, as well as bursitis, are common soft-tissue injuries. [ 1,043 more word ] https://santaclaracustomchiro.com//how-more-movement-can-/

Currently, more than a million Americans depend on opiates, and averagely, 131 Americans who suffer from opiates abuse and overuse die daily, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The overdependence of opioids for pain gotten from injuries and post surgeries has taken a severe toll in the lives of tens of thousands of people in America. The opioid epidemic has risen globally and even at this, overdose remedies are still available over-the-counter. [ 920 more words ] https://santaclaracustomchiro.com//how-can-chiropractors-/

As the popularity of CrossFit regimens grows worldwide, so does the level of Workout of the Day (WOD) associated injuries. Burpees, wall-balls, plyometrics, and so on are common CrossFit routines, but they’re also some of the main causes of CrossFit related injuries when executed wrongly. There are lots of critics associated with CrossFit activities. But at Santa Clara Custom Chiropractic [ 1,008 more word ] https://santaclaracustomchiro.com//how-can-chiropractic-h/

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These are definitely unusual and unpredictable days when we seek to tie together the polarity of both our dependence on one another together with our severe insecurity about the future. We will be keeping our Virtual Appointments running together with the Supplement Online Store. We are very aware of what is going on, and we are working out ways to be supportive and informative. [ 461 more words ] https://santaclaracustomchiro.com//improving-immune-syste/

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We've all seen it in clinics or come across it online and wondered what is an activator used by chiropractors? An activator is an adjusting instrument used to provide a gentle pulse force to restore motion to the targeted spinal vertebra or joint. Chiropractors use this small handheld device in what is referred to as the Activator Method or the Activator Technique which is equally popular to the Diversified Technique. [ 456 more words ] https://santaclaracustomchiro.com//what-is-an-activator-u/

Knee pain treatments depend on the location of the pain. The pain varies on which structure of the knee is involved. It could be caused by an issue in the knee joint which consists of bones such as femur, tibia and fibula, the meniscus which is made of ligaments, cartilage, and tendons, or the patella also known as the kneecap. [ 562 more words ] https://santaclaracustomchiro.com//30/knee-pain-treatments/

Thank you @palmercollegewest and Palmer Student Alumni Foundation for having me there as a guest speaker! I was honored to be part of this panel and help students gains better feel for the evolution of developing a practice. #grateful #chiropractic #palmerwest #lovewhatyoudo @ Palmer College of Chiropractic West