CHIROPRACTOR DES MOINES, WA 

Many people in this modern age are highly stressed. That’s no surprise—they’re coping with a seemingly endless list of responsibilities that starts with work and family and grows from there. At the same time, relatively few adults living with substantial amounts of stress take constructive steps (such as visiting a chiropractor, getting a massage, or meditating) to alleviate it. This can result in harmful, sometimes severe health difficulties. In fact, WebMD estimates that 43

If you are seeking a comprehensive treatment plan that encompasses a wide range of healing benefits, you may have considered chiropractic spinal treatments and massage care. These two treatment options often work in tandem because they complement each other synergistically. If you want to get the most out of each of these treatment options, learn more about why they work well together, how they can benefit your health, and how they can get you on the road to recovery.   Massa

A U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) study performed from 2007-2009 showed that at least 22.2% of adult Americans suffered from arthritis. The actual number could be higher than the CDC estimate, however, because these cases were self-reported and doctor-diagnosed. Naturally, no one knows how many unreported cases there are. Still, it’s reasonable to believe that this percentage will only become higher as the population ages. The short answer to the questi

If you’ve ever noticed that the car ahead of you in traffic seems to be driving itself, there’s a good chance that the person driving it is elderly. Shrinking in height as we are aging is quite normal, and some people start to get shorter starting at about the age of 30.  Only about 20% of the population does not noticeably shrink, which is due to a combination of good genetics and a healthy lifestyle. Not only do we shrink with age, but our height also varies considerably ea

Lower back pain is one of the most common reasons why people seek the care of a healthcare professional. If you are experiencing lower...

How many times did we hear from our parents when we were children, “sit up straight”? Our parents were not telling us to do this merely...

Are you looking for a way to improve your physical and mental health? If so, you should walk regularly. Many people prefer more vigorous...

Muscle tension occurs when a muscle (or group of muscles) remains contracted for an extended period of time. This might be characterized...

"Charley horse" is a North American slang term for a painful muscle spasm or muscle cramping. These muscle spasms are very common and may...

We all know that exercise is good for us at any age. What is becoming more apparent, however, is that developing the habits of regular...

We all have fears to face during our lives, but it is how we handle them that is important. Fear-based emotions can be very destructive,...

There’s a good reason that many advocates for senior citizens—from physicians and community health workers to counselors in assisted...

A back spasm can occur when the muscles supporting the spinal column, particularly those in the lower back, become overworked. If the...

It is important for you to take care of your overall health and wellness, and that means that you need to exercise regularly. Even though...

If you have ever had a case of sciatica, in which pain seems to start in your lower back or hip and radiate down your leg to your foot,...

There are many reasons someone may seek the care of a healthcare professional, and one of the most common reasons is neck pain. Neck pain...

Quite a few jobs require you to be on your feet all day. Cashiers, flight attendants, nurses, teachers, restaurant workers, and retail...

Have you been diagnosed with flat feet? If so, you probably understand that you need orthotics in your shoes. Otherwise, you could be at...

Balance your body to help your mind. Several hormones with positive effects are released through spinal adjustments.

Is there such a thing as a gentle, quiet spinal adjustment? Sure there is! A chiropractic physician is typically trained in a variety of...