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Tennis elbow is the most common cause of elbow pain, affecting athletes and channel surfers alike. Another recent study found that a few visits of education, stretches, activity modification, and pain management techniques are effective at reducing pain and increasing function in patients with (tennis elbow) Check out this short video to learn more about what chiropractic care can do for this condition. https://www.youtube.com/embed/3mNAbTxLOLQ?rel=0... #tenniselbow #elbowpain Source: https://www.sciencedirect.com//artic/pii/S0894113020301885

- A recent study found that practicing mind-body techniques for eight weeks helps significantly decrease pain and improve function in symptomatic patients. Check out the following infographic for an overview of the most common relaxation techniques ... https://d2tdnxb10ob8wc.cloudfront.net//mind-body-best-prac #mindbody #relax #decreasepain Source: https://meridian.allenpress.com///1062-6050-0214.20/448491

? The average person works 40 hours per week. And if you have a job where you are primarily sitting, the set up of your workstation is CRITICAL to preventing problems. Check out the attached infographic for a simple guide on how to make your workstation more user-friendly: ... https://d2tdnxb10ob8wc.cloudfront.net//Workstation-infogra Based on the tips above, how well is your workstation set up? Tell us what works for you...and what doesn’t. #WorkStation #PreventPain

? Whiplash occurs when the tissues in your neck are stretched too hard or too far -- much like a rope that frays when it is stretched beyond its capacity. Auto accidents are the leading cause of whiplash - affecting up to four out of five people involved. Unfortunately, these injuries spike in the colder and darker winter months.... Here are our top 5 vehicle injury tips: Always wear your seatbelt. Make sure your headrest is at the proper height. Make sure your mirrors are properly adjusted and check them regularly. Brace yourself properly and look straight ahead if you cannot avoid the accident. Seek treatment immediately following an accident. If you or someone you know has been affected by an auto accident, our office may be able to help. Set up an appointment today for a personalized treatment plan. #Whiplash #AutoAccident

’ ? , ’. Even healthy brains falter when we’re overtaxed, distracted, or tired. But through age, these problems become more common. Fortunately, a new study has identified something that might help- exercise. Researchers found that 20 minutes of aerobic exercise using a stationary bicycle has a significant effect on (brain function).... Here are eight things that most people can do today to get 20 minutes of light activity: Ride a bike or stationary cycle Go for a walk or hike Dance Swim Water walk Use an elliptical exerciser Play tennis Join a gym or fitness class #Exercise #Healthy Source: https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3425/10/10/663

? ! A new study questioned the value of common surgeries for chronic pain: "We conclude that many common surgical procedures performed for musculoskeletal... conditions causing chronic pain have not been subjected to trials comparing them to not performing the procedure.only 14% (on average) showed a statistically significant benefit to surgery." If you are experiencing chronic pain, surgery is not always the only option! Conservative chiropractic can be a natural and safe alternative for many cases- check out this infographic to see how we may help. https://d2tdnxb10ob8wc.cloudfront.net//5bb2ba2a-d7ee-41ea- #SpinalManipulation #ChiropracticCare Source: https://doi.org/10.1177/0269215520966694

Low Back Pain Prevention Tip #51- The correct way to arise from a chair: https://d2tdnxb10ob8wc.cloudfront.net//3afac669-fcfd-478b-... Although this seems simple, the act of getting in and out of a chair could aggravate a low back problem! Looking for more ways to prevent and treat low back pain? Our office can help! Give us a call today. #LowBackPain #Chiropractic

! Not sleeping correctly can cause serious back and neck pain. Don’t worry, though. We’re here to help! Here are five things that you can do to get a healthy night’s sleep. Limit screen time before bed... Eat your last meal 3-4 hours before bedtime Limit caffeine in the afternoon and evening Stick to a sleep schedule Keep your sleep environment cool Check out this infographic to see our complete list of healthy sleep tips! https://d2tdnxb10ob8wc.cloudfront.net//725193f8-7bb2-402f- #HealthySleep #SleepPosture

Researchers have confirmed that spinal manipulation improves function in patients with neck pain: These results show that a single neck manipulation produces an improvement in standing postural control and increases range of motion in patients with (chronic neck pain).... Is your neck performing at peak function? If not, here’s a video explaining your condition more in-depth. https://www.youtube.com/embed/05LZ9CuS5r4?rel=0 #NeckPain #SpinalManipulation Source: https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/9/8/2580

Dr. Lauren was voted #2 on Terrain Magazine - St. Louis Best Sports Doctor list! Both Dr.’s Lauren & Matt pride themselves in keeping athletes moving and grooving. They also work collaboratively with many other top docs and therapists in the area. WCSJ sends a big congratulations to one of our favorite Physical Therapists, Lauren Huckstep, on winning the top spot! If you need an awesome chiropractor and physical therapist, the Lauren’s have your back! #girlpower #TeamLauren

’ ! Staying on top of your fitness and nutrition will help you maintain a healthy lifestyle. Living a healthier lifestyle will make you feel better overall, physically and emotionally. Here are some key tips to doing so: Follow a balanced diet... Exercise Drink water Avoid bad habits Want more nutrition tips? Take a look at our nutrition infographic! https://d2tdnxb10ob8wc.cloudfront.net//ba0db6cf-b7f2-4e07- #Nutrition #HealthyLifestyle Source: https://artofhealthyliving.com/how-you-can-maintain-a-heal/