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Benefits of Chiropractic Care

You understand how debilitating musculoskeletal pain can be if you’ve experienced an abrupt twinge in your back or neck. Whether caused by poor posture, an injury, or simply the wear and tear of daily life, joint and muscle discomfort can make even the simplest tasks difficult. Fortunately, chiropractic care is a safe and effective alternative

Acupuncture and Headaches

Acupuncture is an ancient form of Chinese medication used for centuries to treat various well-being conditions, including pain. One of the most common conditions that acupuncture can help with is headaches. Whether you suffer from migraines, tension headaches, or other types of pain, acupuncture can relieve and help you manage your symptoms. In addition to

Bolstering Chiropractic Through Acupuncture

About 10 percent of U.S. chiropractors incorporate acupuncture into their practices. A recent study in the European Journal of Chiropractic surveyed 720 members of the British Chiropractic Association to access the use of acupuncture in their practices. Ninety-three percent of the cases studied maintained chiropractic as their primary method of treatment, however, there were 61

Arthritis – Controlling Progression and Conquering Pain

Arthritis is one of the most painful and crippling diseases in the western world today. Learn what steps you can take to manage the pain and prevent the progression of this crippling disease. It is estimated that millions of Canadians suffer from some form of arthritis. Although the term “arthritis” is applied to a wide

Buyer beware. The Greek Yogurt Trend.

What’s new with the Greek yogurt trend? With no legal definition of Greek yogurt. How do we know if what we are eating is really Greek Yogurt!? With Greek yogurt’s popularity rising, people are choosing to switch from traditional yogurt to Greek yogurt. So what is the difference you may ask? Yogurt is made by

Greetings from McCarron Lake!

4 Spring Cleaning Tips With spring underway, our thoughts here at McCarron Lake Chiropractic turn to the safety of our patients. Spring cleaning can take a toll on your body, especially when your body is not used to doing the repetitive tasks that come along with more intense cleaning. The following are reminders for achieving

Weight loss woes

What You Should Know About America’s Weight Loss Woes Many people think reducing the amount of calories you consume is the only way to lose weight. After all, a pound of stored body fat is the equivalent of approximately 3,500 calories – reduce your caloric intake by that much, and you’ll lose the fat, pound

If you have lower back pain, please read this!

Things You Should Know About Lower Back Pain Chronic low back pain causes countless days of work lost and health insurance dollars spent, yet the causes of this long-term condition remain elusive. Why do some people recover quickly from back pain while others suffer for years? A recent study in the journal Spine adds to

Don’t Let Your Arm & Shoulder Pain Throw Off Your Game

Chiropractic relief for arm and shoulder pain If the shoulder joint is normal and healthy, it should be able to make a complete circle at the shoulder with the arm straight. When this and other movements are restricted, pain may not be the only experience felt. Life’s everyday simple tasks may also be affected. The

Valentines Day Greetings

Valentines Day Sweet-Treat & Relaxation Valentines Day is almost upon us: a time to remind, as well as show our loved ones that we care and appreciate them. Why not indulge a loved one with something that is relaxing or a healthy treat (or even both!). Massage and dark chocolate are the perfect combinations of sweet-treat,