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INDUSTRY INSIGHT Your Health Sponsored Content Men’s Health and Chiropractic Care T here is a silent health crisis in America; on average, American men live sicker and die younger than American women. It seems that a lot of men are hesitant to be proactive and take the preventive approach to their health. In fact, according to Men’s Health Network, women are 100% more likely to visit the doctor for annual examinations and preventive services than men. The bottom line is that men tend to let their busy schedules get in the way. Hey guys...just like your car, your body needs maintenance too. Much like you check the oil and rotate the tires, your body needs the same types of service. It’s important to keep it running properly and fix the underlying problems before they worsen. Ask yourself these questions: • Do you sit at your desk or in a vehicle for a small amount of time before you end up fidgeting and aching? • Do you have pain while lifting heavy weights or boxes? • Are you getting sick often? • Do you get out of bed in pain and/or discomfort? Chiropractic services may help you be the best man you can be. Chiropractic care can make you stronger. Structure determines function. It is common for men to have acute low back pain from all the hard work or playing they have been doing; however, unless there is a significant injury, strong backs don’t just “blow out.” Instead, your back structures tighten up over time with an accumulation of stress, and this causes the core back muscles to get weak. These weakened muscles are unable to perform simple tasks such as bending over to tie a shoe. Chiropractic adjustments realign and mobilize the tight joints and get things moving the correct way. With proper structural alignment and mobility, the deep core muscles have something to do, and they naturally get strong and are better able to stabilize the back. Chiropractic care can make you a better______________. Fill in the blank with your important roles: 1. Worker 2. Golfer 3. Driver 4. Father All of these roles require energy, agility and endurance. When your body is out of alignment, your nerves are pinched and your muscles are weakened, which can drain your energy and leave you unable to perform. With chiropractic care, pressure is released from those pinched nerves and your joints are able to move freely, giving you movement without pain. This Industry Insight was written by Dr. Leah Gallucci. Dr. Leah Gallucci is the owner of Vital Health Chiropractic in Moon Township. She attended the University of Pittsburgh with a strong focus in neuroscience and chemistry. Upon graduation from Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida in 2009, Dr. Gallucci became licensed in the state of Pa. Her mission when working with patients is targeted specifically to meet their needs, and reach their health goals. Moon Township | Summer 2014 | icmags.com 33