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The fastest growing number one health problem in the world is obesity. Obesity is contributing to an increased risk of other diseases and putting a strain on national health budgets. Please find below some concerning facts and figures related to obesity: About 17% of medical costs in the US are due to obesity and its...

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Although the wind on your face is exhilarating, a burning sensation in the shoulders, numbness of the arms and hands, and tightness in the neck could be deterring some of that enjoyment. These are common sensations among both recreational and competitive cyclists. At first they may be easy to ignore, but if they come back...

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In this episode Doc Rick discusses the health of your liver and how taking medication and eating crap food leads to arthritis and other musculoskeletal health concerns. Click here to listen! All of our previous episodes can also be found by clicking here....

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The vast majority of adults today have experienced some level of back pain during their life. Whether it was following strenuous activity or just lifting something awkwardly. Most often the pain will dissipate following a period of rest if it is purely a muscular type of pain. However, this is typically a far cry from...

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So many choices, which one should I choose? Unfortunately we do not look for the proper support until we are in pain. Lumbar back support products are designed to help prevent neck and back pain, which can lead to pain in other parts of the body as well. Most importantly when choosing the support is...

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Pregnancy exerts a significant toll on the body, and muscle strains are commonly reported. With an average weight gain during pregnancy of 25 to 35 pounds, coupled with the internal shifting caused by a growing baby, it is no surprise that pregnant women may end up in severe discomfort. Figures reveal that around 50% of...

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What is Workplace Ergonomics? Workplace ergonomics is the practice of designing or redesigning the area in which a person works to the specific needs and job requirements of that person. It follows that, for an ergonomic workplace to be created, a proper assessment of the environment must first of all take place so that appropriate...

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Stress that is short term can be beneficial in that it serves to focus our attention on important matters. However, when stress becomes ongoing and chronic, it can cause immense problems for the sufferer and may end up in depression. It can adversely affect our performance at work and elsewhere, and it can lead to...

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Your sciatic nerve is the longest and widest nerve in your body, and runs from the lower back, down through the buttock, and all the way into the lower leg, where it controls the muscles in that area. It also provides sensation to the thighs, legs, and the soles of the feet. When the sciatic...

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Why would a parent not take a child to see a chiropractor? The basic answer might come down to no information or incorrect information. Here are some of the most common reasons why not: They don’t know about Chiropractic They don’t know about the potential benefits of Chiropractic They think that a Chiropractic adjustment might...

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