Understanding Your Body’s Response to Cold Weather

Understanding Your Body’s Response to Cold Weather

The human body is a complex system that constantly works to maintain a stable internal environment, a state known as homeostasis. One of the most critical aspects of homeostasis is the regulation of body temperature, which is typically around 37°C (98.6°F). This regulation is especially important in cold environments, where the body must work harder…

12,500 Spinal injuries per year

12,500 Spinal injuries per year

Spinal injuries resulting from car accidents are a significant health concern, with car accidents accounting for over one third of the 12,500 annual spinal cord injuries in the U.S. These injuries can range from minor to severe, potentially leading to chronic pain, paralysis, and other long-term complications. Common Types of Spinal Injuries from Car Accidents…

Chiropractic Care and Thanksgiving: A Guide for Patients

Chiropractic Care and Thanksgiving: A Guide for Patients

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and food. However, it’s also a time when accidents and injuries are more common, from cooking mishaps to car accidents[1][5]. Chiropractic care can play a crucial role in helping you stay healthy and recover from any potential injuries during this holiday season. Common Thanksgiving Injuries Motor Vehicle Accidents…

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Worker’s compensation and chiropractic care in 2024

Chiropractic care has been gaining recognition in the realm of workers’ compensation, offering a non-invasive, drug-free, and cost-effective treatment option for work-related injuries. This article will explore the benefits of chiropractic care for workers’ compensation patients, citing insights from various experts in the field. According to the Workers’ Compensation Research Institute (WCRI), chiropractic care has…

Navigating Slippery Roads Safely and the Role of Chiropractic Care Post-Accidents

Navigating Slippery Roads Safely and the Role of Chiropractic Care Post-Accidents

Driving on slippery roads can be a daunting task, especially during unpredictable weather patterns. With the rise in strange weather conditions across the country, it’s crucial to understand how to navigate wet or icy roads safely. This article will provide comprehensive tips on safe driving during such conditions and discuss the importance of chiropractic care…

The dangers of untreated injuries after a car accident

The dangers of untreated injuries after a car accident

Traffic accidents are always unfortunate, from nuisance fender benders to those involving extensive damage and injury. In all cases, it is a blessing to walk away from the incident and at first glance you might not feel hurt and perhaps free from injury all around; however, many injuries are sneaky and are not seen or…

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Ways That Chiropractors Help You Deal with Auto Accident Injuries

Car crashes are damaging in so many ways. Your car insurance premium will increase and you’ll likely have a hefty repair bill, not to mention the physical harm done to one or both parties involved in the crash. When it comes to bodily injury sustained in car crashes, you may need a variety of different…

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What you should know about car accidents and whiplash

Whiplash is a very common injury for people involved in traffic accidents. Unfortunately it is also an injury that goes unnoticed or untreated and that can lead to longer term and chronic medical issues. The violent and sudden forward and back movement of the head damages the neck’s intervertebral joints, discs, ligaments, and cervical muscles….