Month: December 2022

Use the following tips to keep your back strong and healthy:

Work those muscles! Exercising your entire body will in turn lead to a stronger back. All the muscles in the body are interconnected. Strong back muscles are important in keeping your spine safe and in the right place, as are strong ab muscles, leg muscles, arms, etc. Walking and swimming are two healthy practices that are greatly beneficial to back health.

Pay Attention! Whether you are sleeping, standing, or sitting at your desk, you want to be properly aligned in your spine. Adjust pillows, computer screens and chairs to support your back’s health. Take breaks from any position you hold for long amounts of time to stretch your spine and neck.

Lift Properly. When you pick something up, bend from the knees, not from the waist. When carrying heavy items, distribute the weight evenly from right to left. Avoid bags that place all the weight on one shoulder, or shift the weight from side to side frequently.

Get Regular treatments. Chiropractic and physiotherapy work are both important aspects of good back health. These two work together to encourage the muscles in the back to support proper alignment of the spine.

Don’t ignore back pain. Cease activities that aggravate your back unless you’re sure they’re not doing more harm than good. Use heat or ice applications as necessary, and visit your chiropractor and physiotherapist to deal with back issues.

If you are suffering from back, shoulder, or neck pain you would usually visit your chiropractor for an adjustment and all-natural pain relief. But is pain the only reason to see a chiropractor?

Drawn In By Pain
Chiropractors are experts at adjusting spinal misalignments, which is a major cause of pain throughout the body. Some patients will visit a chiropractor as a last resort after exhausting all conventional options, and others will look for chiropractic treatment right from the start.

A host of other benefits
Chiropractic treatment has the potential to improve and eliminate a range of different health issues and related problems. Some health problems and other factors that you probably haven’t associated with chiropractic treatment before, include:
Ear Infections
Increased Range of Motion
High Blood Pressure
Improved Productivity
Improved Immunity
Stress Reduction
Decreased Need for Pain Medication
Improved Sleep Quality
More Comfortable Pregnancy
Allergy Relief

A lot of the time whatever you are experiencing is just a symptom of a more complex issue. Chiropractors are trained to treat causes, not just symptoms, so you may notice improvements in several different areas after treatment.

At Pure, our chiropractors create a comprehensive treatment plan that will restore your body back to its original balance. It might take only a few sessions, or it may take longer, but in the end, you’ll be free of pain and you’ll feel like your old self. Contact us at Pure Chiropractic, we are happy to help answer any questions that you might have.

What’s your new year’s resolution? Are you thinking of going to the gym or starting a new form of exercise?
Did you know mobility, stretching and posture are key elements to starting any new activity?

Most people don’t realize that if you start a physical activity without stretching the muscles properly, it could lead to injuries like muscle strain, sprain or acute spasm .
Did you know that 5 out of 10 people get acute injuries due to lack of stretching, poor posture awareness and reduced mobility?

Stretching helps prepare your body for exercise and is also an essential part of your recovery. All exercise sessions should begin and end with stretching — not just for the mental relaxation benefits. Increasing your flexibility improves your ability to move easily and therefore improves your exercise performance.  You will have less muscle tension and your posture will likely improve.  Most importantly, stretching after each workout reduces your risk for injury.

Get the most out of your flexibility training by following these simple guidelines:
1) Always warm up the muscles with a few minutes of cardio before you stretch. Stretching cold muscles can cause injury.
2) Stretch slowly and gently. Breathe into your stretch to avoid muscle tension. Relax and hold each stretch 10 to 15 seconds.
3) Do not bounce your stretches. Ballistic (bouncy) stretching can cause injury.

Below are some sample stretching 
1) Quadriceps – Hold the top of your right foot with right hand and gently pull your heel toward your buttocks. Repeat with other leg.
2) Calf – Stand close to a solid support, and lean on it with your forearms. Bend one leg and place your foot on the ground in front of you, with the other leg straight behind. Slowly move your hips forward, keeping your lower back flat.
3) Shoulder – Gently pull your elbow across your chest toward your opposite shoulder. Repeat with the other elbow.