Posts Tagged ‘des moines’
The Chiropractic Cocktail Trick
After completing several rigorous semesters of anatomy, physiology, organic and biochemistry at chiropractic school, my fellow students and I were feeling very educated and a bit cocky in terms of our knowledge base. After all, we had survived some very hard classes and very demanding professors! The next semester I took a class on chiropractic…
Read MoreBack Pain Due to Disc Problems: What Are the Causes and Possible Treatments?
Back pain from degenerative disc disease or disc herniation is caused by a combination of injury, a change in the biomechanics of the spine (postural problems) and accelerated degenerative processes. This leads to instability and inflammation/irritation. Instability leads to muscle guarding/stiffness, muscle fatigue and finally spasm. An inflamed disc reproduces pain internally, in vertebral bones…
Read More7 Ways to Be Prepared for the Holiday Season
The holiday season is for cozy gatherings with friends and family. After all, this is the time of year when we celebrate the hard work and the closing of the year. Typically, this is done with food around a festive table which can get a little excessive if we are not careful! My wife Christina and…
Read More7 Ways to Take Care of Yourself this Fall
Can you smell it? Fall is in the air. The leaves are turning and a new season is definitely here. There’s nothing like a seasonal transition to make changes in your life. I’d love to share a handful of things you can think about on your wellness journey! Will you share what ones resonate the…
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Headache Testimonial My name is Sue and I am a long time patient of Dr. Michael Davis of Firm Foundation Chiropractic. I am writing the following testimonial because of the amazing difference chiropractic adjustments has made in the quality of my life. About ten years ago, I developed bad headaches and very stiff muscles in…
Read MoreSpinal Decompression for That Tough Low Back and Sciatic Pain
Spinal decompression is becoming an option many are turning to as a way to avoid expensive and painful surgery. If you or your family member has been struggling with tough low back pain or sciatic pain with little or no relief, ask yourself the following questions: Are you currently dependent on daily medications for back…
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