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Treat the whole patient with quality supplements

Feature The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that the number of people afflicted by non-communicable diseases such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes and chronic respiratory diseases is increasing over time. In fact, worldwide, conditions such as these now cause approximately 40 million of the some 55 million total deaths recorded each year. What’s perhaps most startling is that the WHO also notes that 80 percent of some of these major health conditions can actually be prevented. This means that as many as 32 million people could potentially have lived to see another day.

10 mindfulness apps worth your time

As somebody who works in the helping profession, you know all too well the value of supporting your patients on their journey to wellness. This can often include recommending self-care techniques, such as meditation. However, you may find it difficult to take the advice you give your patients and incorporate these techniques into your own daily life.

The heat wave workout: Tips on working out indoors

According to a study funded by the Shanghai University of Sport, the results of which were published in July of 2016 in the Journal of Sport and Health Science, weather—and heat especially—has a huge impact on our fitness habits. In fact, out of the 502 subjects surveyed, the majority (51.8 percent) reported that they will actually delay their exercise routines in the summer months, citing heat as “the predominant adverse condition.” In fairness, getting too overheated by exercising when the temperature rises is a real concern, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicating the exposure to extreme heat can lead to heat stroke, a condition that can ultimately result in death.

The smart DC’s guide to probiotics for the brain

The National Institute on Aging (NIA) reports that, just as the human body changes over time, so too does the human mind. For instance, certain parts of the brain begin to shrink and, in some cases, blood flow rates can become minimized and neurological communication reduced . The NIA stresses that not all of the changes are bad, such as having the ability to use the knowledge gained from a lifetime of experiences to learn and better understand new things or improve upon language-related skills. But others aren’t quite so enjoyable, namely those related to difficulties focusing on the task at have or having increased trouble with finding the right words.

The single most important to keep in mind when budgeting

Setting your marketing budget is something that should ideally depend entirely on your goals. Marketing usually requires spending, and budgeting for that will help keep your clinic from focusing too little or too much on the wrong activities. While it’s vital to invest appropriately in marketing by setting aside the right amount of money for the right things, having the wrong budget for your clinic’s needs won’t help you reach your marketing goals.

An ongoing treatment protocol for serial distortion

Just like a house, when the foundation is not level everything that sits atop is not supported and is crooked. This means that normal foot mechanics can adversely influence the normal functions of the ankle, knee, hip, back, and neck. If left untreated, many foot conditions eventually contribute to health concerns up the kinetic chain.

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These can make or break your practice’s reputation

Sponsored Content Online reviews can make or break your practice’s reputation, so it’s important to learn how to manage your customer feedback. More than 90 percent of consumers read online reviews before making a purchasing decision, whether choosing a restaurant, a cleaning service, or a chiropractor. This feedback carries significant weight in the mind of your potential patients, with 88 percent of consumers reporting that they trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations. With that in mind, consider these tips on how to build and maintain your practice’s online reputation.

Are your patients worried about CBD? Ease their concerns.

Sponsored Content However, although marijuana―and CBD specifically―are becoming more commonplace, there is still a stigma around these two substances and a lot of the products derived from them. This leaves many patients with some concerns when trying the latter. As a healthcare professional, this puts you in a position where you’re likely to be questioned about CBD and its use. So, if your goal is to help your patients ease their angst about this particular substance, you’ll want to answer some of their most burning questions about CBD.

The benefits of inflammation and the role of low level laser therapy

Sponsored Content When most people hear the word “inflammation,” they think of it as being a bad thing. This is largely attributed to the symptoms one typically gets when an area of the body is inflamed. These include uncomfortable reactions such as pain, swelling, heat and redness. However, as the U.S. National Library of Medicine explains, although inflammation may not feel good in a physical sense, it actually serves a valuable purpose.

9 health benefits of infrared saunas you can’t pass up

Sponsored Content Far, middle and near-infrared wavelengths are all part of the broad infrared healing wavelength spectrum. These wavelengths penetrate soft tissue up to an inch and a half, warming the body and opening blood vessels in a process called “vasodilation.” Infrared is so safe it is regularly used in hospitals to keep newborn babies warm. Infrared and infrared saunas have been researched and studied for decades.

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USA Tug-Of-War team opens training center on campus

July 16, 2018—USA Tug-Of-War, the national organization for the national amateur tug-of-war team that competes across the country and around the world, will locate its training and conditioning center on the campus of Northwestern Health Sciences University, officials of the group and the school announced today. “Having the USA Tug-Of-War team move their training site […]

Sherman College to host symposium focused on human-animal bond

In anticipation of the 2018 FEI World Equestrian Games in nearby Tryon, NC, Sherman College will host its first annual Spinal Health Symposium on Thursday, September 20, with a special focus on the human-animal bond.

Progressive Laboratories, Inc. announces Informed-Choice manufacturing site certification

Progressive Labs, Inc., a Texas-based manufacturer of dietary and nutritional supplements, is proud to announce that their facility has been inspected and met the requirements and standards of Informed-Choice and Informed-Sport, and has been listed as an Informed-Choice Certified Manufacturing Site.

Chiropractic Society of Rhode Island celebrates 100th anniversary

The Chiropractic Society of Rhode Island (CSRI) recently announced plans to celebrate its 100th anniversary at a gala celebration to be held on September 22 at the Rotunda Ballroom at Easton’s Beach in Newport.

ACA adds muscle to Medicare parity efforts with hiring of top lobbying firm

The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) has hired the Capitol Hill Consulting Group (CHCG) to add extra strength to its efforts to pass federal legislation that would provide parity to chiropractors by allowing them to perform to the fullest scope of their license in Medicare.

Severe stress may send immune system into overdrive

Trauma or intense stress may up your odds of developing an autoimmune disease, a new study suggests. Comparing more than 106,000 people who had stress disorders with more than 1 million people without them, researchers found that stress was tied to a 36 percent greater risk of developing 41 autoimmune diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, Crohn’s disease and celiac disease.

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3 strategies for taking the anxiety out of doing new things

Comfort zones are like double-edged swords. While they feel great when you are in them, partly because everything is a relative known and there is a sense of stability, if you don’t step out of them every once in a while, you’ll fail to grow. Consequently, you won’t reach your maximum potential or get the opportunity to experience the excitement that living outside “the zone” has to offer. For some, the idea of stepping beyond an area of comfortability is anathema.

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