Skateboarding in Portland, Maine
Skateboarding in Portland, Maine When I was growing up in Farmington, Maine we got a lot of crap for skateboarding. Crap from classmates, from the cops, from people on the street. Our crew turned out alright. A two time olympic gold medalist in snowboard cross, a doctor, a very successful home energy auditing business owner, an engineer, many successful fathers and solid contributors to our society. For many of us skateboarding shaped our lives in one way or another and as far as I know it was always positive. This weekend I pulled out the last two of what remains of a long line of skateboards I used from the 80’s that if I still had I could buy a new Porsche. They are worth a fortune. But alas, I eventually broke them and threw them out when I was done with them. I sold some, gave some away, let others rot. I wish I still had them to hang up or even use. I took an old hook ups board from the 90’s out for a spin yesterday. Nice ride. My Billy Ruff Chalice from 1984 is pretty smooth too. I suspect over the years I’ve had at...
read moreExtreme Sports Chiropractor in Portland, Maine | Skateboard Maine
Extreme Sports Chiropractor in Portland, Maine If you skateboard or enjoy other extreme sports in Portland, Maine there are a few things you should know that will keep you in the game. An extreme sports chiropractor in Portland, Maine can keep you going all summer or winter long. Dr. Lou Jacobsis a skateboarder and is taking care of his own in Portland. Below is a list of 3 tips that can keep you out of trouble. 1. Use protection. Like it or not, uncomfortable or not, wrist guards and other pads are really helpful if you have a bad fall. They can be the difference between a summer of skating and fun or a summer of sitting watching your friends skate while you nurse a broke wrist. Wear some protection. 2. Treat bumps with ice. If you fall and it’s not a hospital emergency, treat your bump with ice for 15 minutes at a time until the swelling goes down. If you hit your head without a helmet, go to your doctor. Head injuries can seem minor but be extremely serious and it’s always better to be safe than sorry. 3. Know where to look for help. If...
read moreCape Elizabeth Headache
Cape Elizabeth Headache For many in Cape Elizabeth, headache relief is not as simple as a quick trip to the local pharmacy. Cape Elizabeth headache pain relief can actually be quite difficult to come by. Many people do not realize that their headaches are actually migraines. For those who suffer chronic headaches or migraines, the harsh reality is, it can be hard to find the triggers and to deal with them once they are there. Some take a variety of medications to combat the throbbing pain in their skull—pain that is so intense that the sufferer is unable to work, unable to deal with light, and often unable to function. Chiropractic acupuncture offers Cape Elizabeth headache sufferers another solution. There are a handful of ways chiropractic acupuncture can help with headaches and migraines. One of the more common methods is to utilize acupuncture techniques which relieve built up pressure from interrupted paths of energy that run along our body. In other, similar events, the doctor may redirect the energy flow, so that the painful headache can subside. Through chiropractic methods, the doctor may encourage a gentle spine adjustment, which will relieve pressure from the nerves, which will get rid...
read moreGolfer’s Elbow in Portland, Maine
Golfer’s Elbow in Portland, Maine Do you think you have golfer’s elbow in Portland, Maine? If you think you have Golfer’s elbow you should have it evaluated immediately. Chronic golfer’s elbow could prevent you from playing well this entire season or even worse, could prevent you from playing at all. Golfer’s elbow is an inflammatory condition involving the medial part of the elbow. The condition is also known as medial epicondylitis. Stress is put on the medial aspect of the elbow with your golf swing, causing inflammation, pain and sometimes weakness and lack of grace with your swing. In worst case scenarios, you lose a season. There are many effective ways to treat golfer’s elbow in Portland, Maine. Dr. Lou Jacobs is a specialist in treating tendonitis without the use of drugs or surgery. He has treated dozens of golfers, many suffering from golfer’s elbow. Treatment is painless, non-invasive, requires no medication and results come rather quickly if caught early. Whether you play at SoPo Munie or at The Woodlands or Nonesuch, golfer’s elbow in Portland, Maine knows no course boundaries. Dr. Jacobs or one of his staff will assist in determining if you are a good candidate for...
read moreBreech Baby in Portland, Maine | Solutions
Breech Baby in Portland, Maine Solutions If you have a breech baby in Portland, Maine and you don’t want traditional medical turning procedures or a c-section, reputable help is available. The “webster technique” is not a breech baby turning technique but it is used to free up space in the womb so that the baby moves into the proper birthing position. The webster technique was discovered by a chiropractor and is a chiropractic adjusting technique. Tension in the round ligament in the lower abdomen combined with misalignment of the sacrum and supporting structures makes it uncomfortable for babies to drop into the proper birthing position. Reduction of tension in the round ligament combined with precise chiropractic manipulation and repositioning of the sacrum allows for a painless facilitation of movement into position for birth of the baby. If you have a breech baby in Portland, Maine, Dr. Lou Jacobs is certified in the webster technique. If you have a breech baby in Portland, Maine learn more about the webster technique by googling it, then call Dr. Lou. With an 85% success rate, it’s a pretty safe bet before trying more extreme options. Dr. Lou is a member of the International Chiropractic...
read more