HEALTH & WELLNESS S P E C I A L S E C T I O N
Back and Neck Care
Back pain is one of Americans’ most common medical ailments.
Chiropractic and other specialized care centers can be a resource
for patients suffering from a variety of conditions such as lower
back pain, neck pain, headaches, fibromyalgia, sciatica, spinal
stenosis, ear infections, neurological conditions, or scoliosis.
The nervous system controls all of the cells and organs in your
body, which is why chiropractors focus on the health and proper
alignment of the spine.
Patients with the types of issues above often seek professional
chiropractic therapy to relieve the pain they are experiencing
rather than taking medication. Chiropractic care can start
by addressing general wellness or looking directly at disease
prevention. Patients have reported several health benefits
including:
• Improved sleep
• More energy
• Better mood
• Reduced need for medication
• Relief from pain
Some general ways to keep your back and neck healthy are
regular exercise, stress management, proper posture, healthy
weight, nutrition for strong bones, wearing appropriate shoes, and
not smoking.
Foot Health
It is important to stay healthy from head to toe, including your
feet. There are 26 bones and 33 joints in your foot and ankle,
making the possibility for issues very high. From sprains and
fractures to ingrown toenails, bunions, corns, and athlete’s foot,
we may find ourselves hiding our foot problems in a pair of shoes.
But overlooking foot health can lead to greater problems if left
untreated. Taking a few simple steps to ensure foot health is easy
to do:
• Keep feet clean and dry.
• Make sure to trim toenails regularly and straight across.
• Wear shoes that fit properly.
• Don’t ignore discolored or cracking toenails.
• Wear shoes in public places to avoid fungal infections.
Overall Health
Overall health and well-being starts from the inside out. Begin
by providing your body with the nutrients it needs to work
properly. You will have more energy and feel better every single
day that you eat healthy, nutritious foods, drink plenty of water,
and get in some exercise. While physical wellness is crucial for a
healthy life, it is important not to overlook mental wellness. This
includes emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Mental
health is important throughout all stages of life, from childhood
to adulthood. While good physical health directly affects mental
health, you should care for your mental health in different ways.
• Love yourself and treat yourself with kindness and respect.
• Surround yourself with people who make you happy.
• Meditate and/or pray to provide yourself with time to silently
reflect on all of the positive aspects of life.
• Try something new to break away from the daily grind.
• Get help when you feel like you cannot help yourself. ■
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