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• Pinched Nerves: A Pain In The...Neck!

  02.17.2011 / In Chiropractic / by Alliance Staff

  Almost nothing is more uncomfortable than a pinched nerve in the neck. Really severe cases can limit your ability to turn your head or achieve daily tasks. So what can you do?

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• Two Exercises for Improved Posture

  07.13.2010 / In Ask Dr Viv, Chiropractic, Health / by Alliance Staff

  We tend to take posture for granted, not realizing that poor posture can lead to spinal misalignment, low back pain and other conditions. Adding these two exercises into your daily workout will help improve your posture and protect against pain.

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• Reflexology For Back Pain

  06.25.2010 / In Massage, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Health / by Alliance Staff

  The ancient technique of massaging pressure points in the feet can help relieve back pain.

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• At-Home Exercises for Spinal Alignment

  06.09.2010 / In Ask Dr Viv, Massage, Chiropractic, Health, Nutrition / by Alliance Staff

  In addition to seeing your chiropractor regularly, you can protect the health of your spine by practicing a few simple exercises at home.

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• Exercises to Correct Poor Posture

  06.01.2010 / In Ask Dr Viv, Massage, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Health / by Alliance Staff

  Over time, poor posture can cause a host of structural and alignment problems, leading to chronic pain. Correct your poor posture and eliminate pain with a few simple exercises.

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• Chinese Massage

  05.27.2010 / In Massage, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Health / by Alliance Staff

  Tui Na is a centuries-old form of Chinese massage that is used to bring the body into balance and eliminate pain and illness.

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• A Breathing Exercise to Expand the Lungs

  05.25.2010 / In Ask Dr Viv, Massage, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Health / by Alliance Staff

  Short, shallow breathing can lead to a host of maladies, including back pain. Practice deep breathing on a regular basis to create more space in your spine, and more space in your life.

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• Stress Relief for the Neck and Shoulders

  05.11.2010 / In Ask Dr Viv, Massage, Chiropractic, Health / by Alliance Staff

  If you have a lot of tension in the neck, shoulders, and upper back, you could benefit from a regular program of neck strengthening and stretching exercises.

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• Weight Loss Basics

  05.03.2010 / In Ask Dr Viv, Massage, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Health, Nutrition / by Alliance Staff

  We are constantly blasted with new information about weight loss fads and trendy diets, but how do we figure out what works and what's just hype? The truth is, there are a few simple tried-and-true guidelines when it comes to effective weight loss that don't require any further research.

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• Preventative Care is the Best Medicine

  04.27.2010 / In Ask Dr Viv, Massage, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Health, Nutrition / by Alliance Staff

  Taking better care of yourself results in less dependence on doctors and prescription medications.

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• Chiropractic Care for Whiplash

  04.14.2010 / In Ask Dr Viv, Chiropractic, Health / by Dr. Vivian Ledesma

  Whiplash is almost always treatable through non-surgical procedures and is a good candidate for chiropractic care.

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• A Plan to End Your Back Pain, Part III

  03.30.2010 / In Ask Dr Viv, Massage, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Health, Nutrition / by Alliance Staff

  The final part in this series looks at consistency, and how to stick to an exercise plan to strengthen and stretch the muscles of the back to keep them healthy.

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• A Plan to End Your Back Pain, Part II

  03.24.2010 / In Ask Dr Viv, Chiropractic, Health / by Alliance Staff

  Stretching is just as important as strength when it comes to a healthy back. In fact, if you only strengthen the muscles and neglect to stretch them, the muscles can become very tight, limiting mobility and even leading to further injury.

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• A Plan to End Your Back Pain, Part I

  03.19.2010 / In Chiropractic, Health / by Alliance Staff

  When you have pain anywhere in the body, the first inclination is to rest. In some cases, that's good medicine, but when it comes to back pain "the mild, chronic type that so many of us endure" rest is, in fact, contraindicated.

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• Why Chiropractic?

  03.05.2010 / In Chiropractic / by Alliance Staff

  A recent survey shows that chiropractic is the best option for low back pain, beating traditional medical care in effectiveness and rate of recovery.

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• Foods to Feed the Spine

  02.26.2010 / In Chiropractic / by Dr. Vivian Ledesma

  Good nutrition helps build healthy muscles and bones to support your spine and fight off back pain and problems.

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• Breathe New Life into Your Spine

  02.23.2010 / In Chiropractic / by Alliance Staff

  Although breathing is an involuntary action, we have more control over it than we think. The quality of our breath can make a big difference in our overall well being and the health of the spine.

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• Stress and the Spine

  02.16.2010 / In Chiropractic / by Alliance Staff

  The effects of stress are more than skin deep. Chronic stress could be affecting the alignment of your spine.

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