Calabro Chiropractic and Wellness Center: A Creating Wellness Center

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Core muscles are vital for a healthy back because they're solely responsible for spinal stability. These muscles must ca...
09/19/2024

Core muscles are vital for a healthy back because they're solely responsible for spinal stability. These muscles must carry the weight of the body and step up to the challenge when the load increases. You can engage your core while sitting or breathing; and use your core extensively during weightlifting, cardio, and yoga.

The backpack should sit at the top of the hips, which is known as the iliac crest, to prevent hip pain. If the hip belt ...
09/17/2024

The backpack should sit at the top of the hips, which is known as the iliac crest, to prevent hip pain. If the hip belt sits too low and puts pressure on this band, the fascia tissue can get aggravated and grow tight over time.

Long-term consequences of oversized bags include muscular cramps and pinched nerves, and the damage done to the back, ne...
09/12/2024

Long-term consequences of oversized bags include muscular cramps and pinched nerves, and the damage done to the back, neck and shoulders can be significant. When carrying heavy bags or objects on the same side of the body for an extended period, the shoulder might slide forward and down. As a result, the muscles in the upper back and neck will strain, leading to weak muscles.

Looking to build strength & flexibility in the lower back? Here's an easy low back exercise > Lie on your back with bent...
09/10/2024

Looking to build strength & flexibility in the lower back?
Here's an easy low back exercise >
Lie on your back with bent knees and feet flat on the floor. Tighten your abs to pull your lower back away from the floor, hold for five seconds, and then relax. Repeat five times a day and gradually increase to 30.

Remember to move and stretch regularly! Staying sedentary for long periods of time can increase stiffness and decrease f...
09/05/2024

Remember to move and stretch regularly! Staying sedentary for long periods of time can increase stiffness and decrease flexibility, which can lead to pain. Limiting movement can also develop weakness in the muscles of the abdomen, buttocks, hamstrings, and thighs.

Say goodnight to neck pain!  🌜 ✨Avoid using too high or stiff a pillow, which keeps the neck flexed overnight and can re...
09/03/2024

Say goodnight to neck pain! 🌜 ✨
Avoid using too high or stiff a pillow, which keeps the neck flexed overnight and can result in morning pain and stiffness.

Never underestimate the power of the body to be self-healing and self-regulating when there is no interference on the ne...
08/29/2024

Never underestimate the power of the body to be self-healing and self-regulating when there is no interference on the nervous system.

Lifting 10 lbs in front of your body can put 100 pounds of pressure on the lower back. Holding items away from the body ...
08/27/2024

Lifting 10 lbs in front of your body can put 100 pounds of pressure on the lower back. Holding items away from the body greatly increases this pressure. Experience the joys of life and keep your back HEALTHY!

Avoid muscle or ligament strain when bending or lifting! Use your feet to turn instead of twisting your body. Twisting c...
08/22/2024

Avoid muscle or ligament strain when bending or lifting! Use your feet to turn instead of twisting your body. Twisting can put pressure on your back, so try to keep your hips, shoulders, toes, and knees facing the same direction.

Eat well, think well, move well. It's time to THRIVE!
08/20/2024

Eat well, think well, move well. It's time to THRIVE!

If you have a muscle cramp (spasm), stop your activity and try stretching and massaging the muscle. Heat will relax the ...
08/15/2024

If you have a muscle cramp (spasm), stop your activity and try stretching and massaging the muscle. Heat will relax the muscle when the spasm begins. Then ice can be applied for inflammation. Back pain caused by the muscles is typically localized in one location and may only hurt when you're in a specific physical position or when you move in a certain way.

08/13/2024

Beware of forward head posture when using your phone! The forward-leaning posture puts strain on the neck muscles which can become tired and sore. Depending on the angle, the head can weigh between 27 and 60 pounds which can cause significant muscle strain.

The phosphoric acid which is added to some carbonated beverages to enhance flavor can alter the body's calcium and phosp...
08/08/2024

The phosphoric acid which is added to some carbonated beverages to enhance flavor can alter the body's calcium and phosphorus ratio and its acid-base balance. Thus, drinking large amounts may increase the risk of bone fractures and low bone density.

Repetitive stress injury (RSI) to the shoulder can start with a dull ache that can eventually turn to sharper pain if no...
08/06/2024

Repetitive stress injury (RSI) to the shoulder can start with a dull ache that can eventually turn to sharper pain if not addressed. Here's a few ways to keep your computer shoulders healthy:
⭐Make sure your workspace is ergonomic
⭐Build stretch periods into your workday
⭐Take micro-breaks
⭐Minimize stress in your work environment
⭐Maintain good musculoskeletal health
⭐Get regular soft tissue massages

Warm up and stretch before physical activity. Water's natural buoyancy goes a long way towards supporting your back, but...
08/01/2024

Warm up and stretch before physical activity. Water's natural buoyancy goes a long way towards supporting your back, but you're still working a lot of muscles.💦

Posture correction is an ongoing process and everyone responds to it at their own pace.
07/30/2024

Posture correction is an ongoing process and everyone responds to it at their own pace.

Having a daily stretching regimen can be the simplest and most efficient way of achieving whole body flexibility.
07/25/2024

Having a daily stretching regimen can be the simplest and most efficient way of achieving whole body flexibility.

Lifestyle is a stronger determinant of health and life span than genetics.
07/23/2024

Lifestyle is a stronger determinant of health and life span than genetics.

Kyphosis is the exaggerated forward rounding of the upper back. Being mindful of posture and focusing on counteractive e...
07/18/2024

Kyphosis is the exaggerated forward rounding of the upper back. Being mindful of posture and focusing on counteractive exercises can help postural kyphosis! Core strengthening and back extensor stretching proves effective in most cases.

The cactus exercise is simple and can be done throughout the day: Bring your arms up into a cactus or goal post shape at about 90 degrees, with the backs of the arms against the wall. Do not let your back arch up away from the wall. Keep your ribs drawn in. Press the backs of your wrists actively against the wall.

Good sources of vitamin D are oily fish, eggs, fortified cereal  and sunlight. Consider supplements if you are concerned...
07/16/2024

Good sources of vitamin D are oily fish, eggs, fortified cereal and sunlight. Consider supplements if you are concerned that you aren't getting enough.

Exercises that make your body work against gravity like walking, yoga and Pilates can improve your strength and balance ...
07/11/2024

Exercises that make your body work against gravity like walking, yoga and Pilates can improve your strength and balance without putting too much stress on your bones.

Make sure that you are eating enough protein. About 50% of bone is made of protein.
07/09/2024

Make sure that you are eating enough protein. About 50% of bone is made of protein.

Spread calcium intake throughout the day. It's more readily absorbed that way. Spinach, kale, & broccoli, almonds, yogur...
07/04/2024

Spread calcium intake throughout the day. It's more readily absorbed that way. Spinach, kale, & broccoli, almonds, yogurt, soybeans, lentils, edamame, sardines, and figs are great choices.

Your bones are continuously changing — new bone is made and old bone is broken down. This process is called remodeling. ...
07/02/2024

Your bones are continuously changing — new bone is made and old bone is broken down. This process is called remodeling. About 20% of all bone tissue is replaced annually by the remodeling process. There are five phases in the bone remodeling process: ACTIVATION, RESORPTION, REVERSAL, FORMATION, and QUIESCENCE. The total process takes about 4 to 8 months, and occurs continually throughout our lives.

Stretching the muscles fixes the shortening that occurs with disuse and extends muscles to their full length. The more y...
06/27/2024

Stretching the muscles fixes the shortening that occurs with disuse and extends muscles to their full length. The more you stretch the muscles, the longer and more flexible they'll become. That will help increase range of motion, ward off pain, reduce the risk for injury, and improve your posture.

The spinal nerves send electrical signals between the brain, spinal cord, and the rest of the body. These electrical ner...
06/25/2024

The spinal nerves send electrical signals between the brain, spinal cord, and the rest of the body. These electrical nerve signals help to feel sensations (sensory nerve) and move the body (motor nerves).

The better the spine functions and moves, the more pressure is off nerves. Most people see a decrease in blood pressure ...
06/20/2024

The better the spine functions and moves, the more pressure is off nerves. Most people see a decrease in blood pressure after a chiropractic adjustment.

Daily exercise can make a tremendous impact on health….no medication required.
06/18/2024

Daily exercise can make a tremendous impact on health….no medication required.

When the neck is misaligned, it tends to tighten the jaw joint and masseter muscles which can close down the airway whil...
04/11/2024

When the neck is misaligned, it tends to tighten the jaw joint and masseter muscles which can close down the airway while lying down - causing snoring, decreased oxygen, and difficulty to get to deep REM sleep.

Feeling stressed? Studies show that chiropractic can lower the body's stress hormone.
04/09/2024

Feeling stressed? Studies show that chiropractic can lower the body's stress hormone.

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At Calabro Chiropractic & Wellness Center, our mission is to improve your quality of life by looking beyond your symptoms and treating both the source of your pain and the parts of your life that contribute to it. We believe no lasting change can be made until you align each aspect of your health, so we use the Gonstead method to address your physical needs, and then reinforce that work through lifestyle guidance, nutritional testing, and emotional coaching. By coming at your pain and discomfort from every angle, we’re able to set you on a healing path through which you can achieve the high quality of life you deserve.