Protect your money and financial future by actively caring for your spine against disability.
People are horrified of the risk of bankruptcy from medical bills and disability. When was the last time you were so overwhelmed with life that you just wished you could lie in bed for a week? …and then you got sick? And within 16 hours of lying in bed, all you wanted was to feel good enough to get out of bed, but you couldn’t? Now imagine being stuck in bed, stuck in your house, or in your living facility “apartment” FOREVER…. Disability for many, is like being stuck in bed, wanting to get up, but they can’t. Can’t work, can’t play, can’t cook dinner, can’t go on vacation, can’t ride a bike, can’t go to the gym that they’d love to go to even though they’ve never gone to, or wanted to go to a gym before they were disabled. One of the greatest legitimate fears that people have is health problems that will bankrupt them. It happens all the time in this country and is the leading cause of bankruptcy in the U.S. A Kaiser Family Foundation reported that 41% of U.S. citizens carry some form of medical debt, with 24% considering bankruptcy to resolve their medical...
read moreThe Newborn Microbiome, The Birth Canal, and the Cesarean Section. – Implications
As a pediatric and perinatal board certified chiropractor, I help moms on a regular basis navigate the possible implications of cesarian section births on their newborns. Contrary to popular belief, c-sections have potential negative side effects for the baby. One of these potential side effects is that the baby, not having picked up the mothers birth canal bacteria, will leave the baby at a disadvantage when establishing their gut microbiome, which typically comes from the birth canal. Passing through the birth canal has significant importance for the health of a newborn, primarily due to the exposure to maternal microbes and the physical process of vaginal delivery. This process impacts the infant’s microbiome development, immune system, and overall health in several ways: Microbiome Seeding Vaginal birth exposes the newborn to a diverse array of maternal microbes, which plays a crucial role in the initial colonization of the infant’s microbiome[1][5]. This “seeding” process has several benefits: – Establishes a healthy gut microbiota, particularly rich in beneficial bacteria like Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus species[5][7] – Helps in the development of a stronger immune system[3] – May reduce the risk of allergies and autoimmune disorders later in life[3][4] Immune System Development The exposure to...
read moreHow much poop weight do I have in my colon?
How much does fecal matter affect my weight? As a healthcare provider, weight and diet/nutrition come up in conversation a lot. Weight loss is one of the best things you can do to reduce inflammation, reduce stress on the spine, and to have a happier, healthier life. You don’t need to be skinny per se, but for every pound you lose, research shows that you will have 4 pounds less stress on your spine. Maine Medical Center just expanded their cardiac wing with an expansive new extension on the hospital. They did this because of demand. The demand for preventable cardiac care is on the rise, and it’s an indication of a number of social issues, including weight and obesity. Many people blame some of their weight on “carrying around” food and fecal matter, some quoting as much as 4-8 lbs of transient weight. Research shows that this is a bit of an exaggeration. I am here to show you what the research suggests, and that your poop isn’t the reason the scale is tipping so far in the wrong direction. The amount of fecal matter carried in an average adult’s digestive system is much lower than some popular...
read moreHow does wearing a boot or cast after a surgery or injury affect your body?
“Chiropractors are often like garbage men…” ~Dr. Lou Whether you broke your leg, broke a foot, sprained an ankle, had lapiplasty for a bunion, or had some other reason to wear a “boot”, it can really affect your body’s ability to function normally, which often leads to feeling off or feeling pain. We often deal with the consequences of people having to wear a boot or a cast. Many surgeons don’t address the consequences of the immobilization that the boot or cast causes. We are here to help you understand what may happen, sometimes without you even feeling the damage being done. Remember, most of what happens in our body, we don’t feel, including problems as they are slowly manifesting. These are 15 of the most common changes in your body after wearing a boot or cast following foot surgery: 1. Muscle atrophy: Muscles in the immobilized leg, particularly the calf muscles, often weaken and shrink due to disuse. It can take months to regain strength and stability, size and performance. With the right help though, you can return to normal faster and safer than without professional guidance. Chiropractors are often like garbage men, cleaning up the messes that are leftover...
read moreSomatosensory Tinnitus in Maine – Your Diagnosis
If you’ve been diagnosed with somatosensory tinnitus, you may not need to take medications with potential side effects. Somatosensory tinnitus, also known as somatic tinnitus, is a type of tinnitus that is influenced by the somatosensory system, particularly involving the head, neck, and jaw regions[1][4]. The somatosensory system is the body’s system of collecting information through sensations and sending it to the brain for processing, interpretation and action. Here are the key points about somatosensory tinnitus and how chiropractic care may help: Characteristics of Somatosensory Tinnitus – This is a form of tinnitus that can be modulated by voluntary movements or pressure on certain areas of the head, neck, or jaw[1]. Meaning, when you move your head and neck, you may feel changes in the severity of your tinnitus. – Patients may be able to change the pitch, loudness, or location of their tinnitus through these movements or manipulations[1]. – It is often associated with temporomandibular disorders (TMJD), neck pain, or muscle tension in the suboccipital or cervical spine muscles[1][4]. If you have tension headaches, you understand pain and tension in the base of the back of your head (suboccipital region). When the neck, head and jaw don’t move...
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