Multivitamins

Hi everyone,

I have been telling people for years not to buy multivitamins that you only once a day. You also need to find a good brand. I often see vitamins on x-rays undissolved. Your body can only absorb so much at one time. And the cheaper vitamins have the biochemical versions that are harder to absorb (because the vitamins are cheaper in those forms).

See for yourself!

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=332927450087034&set=a.199436476769466.49587.199391630107284&type=1&theater

Enjoy!

Dr. Oz talks about Chiropractic!

Hi Everyone,

I hope you are all doing well now that winter has actually reached us here in MN. I came across a clip from the Dr. Oz show. Dr. Oz talks about chiropractic and has a Chiropractor treat an audience member.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozGkA3roSGA&sns=fb

Enjoy!

Nocternal Enuresis (Bed Wetting)

Hi Everyone,

Hope you are all having a good time with all of your winter activities!

Today I have some links that have to do with bed wetting. With one about urinary frequency.

http://www.chiroindex.org/?search_page=articles&action=&articleId=21591 –Bed wetting case study.

http://www.chiroindex.org/?search_page=articles&action=&articleId=21594 –Bed wetting case study.

http://www.chiroindex.org/?search_page=articles&action=&articleId=21202 – urinary urgency case study.

http://www.chiroindex.org/?search_page=articles&action=&articleId=21074- Asthma, bed wetting, allergies in a 4 year old.

http://www.chiroindex.org/?search_page=articles&action=&articleId=20770 –bed wetting study with constipation.

http://www.chiroindex.org/?search_page=articles&action=&articleId=20135 –Bed wetting in 13 year old boy

Enjoy!

What is Chiropractic?

Hi Everyone,

I am just realizing that I post a lot of links about what chiropractic might help with, but nothing about what chiropractic is.

Here is a link to a site that I think does a good job of describing chiropractic in a short and informative way.

http://www.therapies4all.com/chiropractic.html

Enjoy!

Running and Chiropractic

Hi Everyone,

I have been absent quite a while, I was on maternity leave. Now I'm back! I hope everyone had a great summer, and are now enjoying the fall colors.

I have new office hours. Go to www.kellychiropractic.com to see the new hours.

Today I have a case study of a five year old and how chiropractic changed her running gait.

http://www.chiroindex.org/?search_page=articles&action=&articleId=20390

Enjoy!

Depression

Hi Everyone,

We had some water on top of the ice on the lake last week, but now we are back to snow and ice. Spring is teasing us though.

Here are a couple of case studies on depression and chiropractic.

http://www.chiropracticresearch.org/search-result.php?aid=1137

http://www.chiropracticresearch.org/search-result.php?aid=1136


Enjoy!

Decrease Your Health Care Costs!

Hi Everyone,

I hope this week has gone well. It's a bit busy here. I wish I had more time to chat. Here is a link for today.


http://www.chiropracticresearch.org/search-result.php?aid=1068

It's a link about how chiropractic can decrease health care costs.

Enjoy!

Positive Thinking!

Hi Everyone,

I hope you are all having a good start to the new year! If you don't have a new years resolution yet, consider thinking a few positive thoughts every day. There are many potential benefits to this exercise.

Today I found a study showing that staying positive, can help prevent a cold. So while you are trying to stay away from sick people, wash your hands, get more sleep, and eat right, consider adding positive thinking to your list. Today I am wishing everyone a cold free winter.


http://www.chiropracticresearch.org/search-result.php?aid=1365


Enjoy!

Tai Chi

Hi Everyone,

I am wishing you a relaxing and happy holiday season!

I have been hearing from some people who are a little tense at this time of the year. There are travel plans not working out, last minute gifts to get, slower traffic (at least in MN), and extra snow to shovel. I was just thinking about how nice it would be to be able to give everyone the gift of relaxation this year. People who come to my office get a little relaxation, but I wish that more of us had the luxury to relax and breath this season.

I would like to challenge you all to set a new years resolution of giving yourself some time every day in 2011 to relax. Students and parents are already telling themselves as they read this that that is impossible, but what if you took three extra deep breaths before falling asleep at night? What if you gave yourself 5 min. in the morning to stretch or have a cup of tea before everyone else gets up?

I often tell people that their Chiropractor is ordering them to relax. Relaxation is important for our health. I joke that I can send a note home if that helps. :) The activities or lack of activities that are going to help our minds and bodies slow down, will vary greatly from person to person. As you are discovering what is relaxing to you today (it can change from day to day or year to year), I invite you to look at Tai Chi.

Many people find Tai Chi to be deeply relaxing, myself included. I have not previously looked for studies on Tai Chi. The following links are what I found today.

http://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa0912611- Fibromyalgia and Tai Chi

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16455435?ordinalpos=4&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum
-HIV and Tai Chi

http://nccam.nih.gov/health/taichi/introduction.htm -Tai Chi introduction and health benefits

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11929351?ordinalpos=4&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum
-health benefits of Tai Chi

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11858304?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum

http://www.businessweek.com/lifestyle/content/healthday/645945.html - Tai Chi and arthritis

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18401235?ordinalpos=4&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum
-Tai Chi and Blood Pressure

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16572030?ordinalpos=2&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DefaultReportPanel.Pubmed_RVDocSum
-Tai Chi and older adults


Enjoy!

Healing Touch, Theraputic Touch, Reiki, and Energy Work

Hi Everyone,

It has been a while since I have looked for information on energy healing (such as Reiki or Orthobionomy), healing touch, or therapeutic touch type techniques. There tends to be more information on light touch techniques, but there is a little bit of information on energy techniques. Today I found these two articles.


http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2816237/?tool=pmcentrez -on Biofield techniques-Reiki, healing touch, therapeutic touch.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1449825/?tool=pmcentrez -healing with gentle touch.

Enjoy!

Thanksgiving, Turkey, and Tryptophan

Hi Everyone,

I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Today I have two Thanksgiving appropriate links. There was a time when we thought that the Tryptophan (L-Tryptophan, an amino acid/protein) in turkey is what makes us all tired after our Thanksgiving meals. We now think that that is not the case. It is more likely that the large amount of calories (heavy on the fats and carbohydrates) is probably the reason we all feel like a nap after we eat.

This first link has almost any information about L-tryptophan that you could want.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2908021/?tool=pmcentrez

This second link has some interesting "facts" about thanksgiving. It also talks about turkey and tryptophan. The article is a couple of pages long so make sure to click on the "next page" link at the bottom of each page. If you want to know why the tryptophan in turkey probably doesn't make us sleepy, click on this link. http://recipes.howstuffworks.com/question519.htm

Enjoy!

Autism and Chiropractic

Hi Everyone,

I guess the forecast that said the snow wouldn't last was wrong. I think the snow is here to stay. The lake by the office here did freeze over for the first time, but the waves are back already. Stay safe in the snow, but have fun!

Today I have a clip about autism and chiropractic.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R1VBCRH90Oo

Enjoy!

Fibromyalgia and Exercise, Running/Aerobics and Pain

Hi Everyone,

I guess it is supposed to snow tonight. It doesn't look like it will stay for very long since the temps will be above freezing this weekend. For all of you who love the winter sports, I hope that soon we get some snow that stays.

Today I have three studies. Two are about exercise and fibromyalgia. They kind of go along with the study I linked to my last blog.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1590013/
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2911859/

This last study for the day is about aerobics and pain. It does mention running as well. It seems that they are saying that running doesn't cause anymore pain in the long run then other aerobic exercises. I am guessing they were using running in moderation and not in excess as some professional runners may do.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1297575/


Enjoy!

Fibromyalgia

Hi Everyone,

I hope you all had a fun Halloween! Now we can all move on to Thanksgiving (even if the stores have moved onto the winter holidays).

It seems that the usual flock of geese on the lake by the office here has just gotten larger. I think they have been joined by another flock. Now they are doing circles in "V" formations. I guess winter is on its way.

Things have still been busy here, but I have been able to squeak in a little time to look for articles.

Today I have an article on Fibromyalgia and aerobic exercise.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC117444/

Enjoy!

Hi Everyone,

It seem that the yard work caused by the wind has made me very busy this week. I hope to get back to blogging next week.

Hope you all have a great weekend!

Twin Cities Marathon 10/3/2010

Hi Everyone,

Yesterday I had a great time at the Twin Cities Marathon in the elite tent. I was volunteering with Center Point Massage and Shiatsu Therapy School and Clinic. The weather was perfect, but maybe a bit chilly (37 degrees) for the women's 10 mile in the early morning. The fall colors were wonderful, and we got to hear a lot of great racing stories from athletes that traveled from all over the world (as well as those that live here in MN). Thank you all for sharing your stories with us.

I also wanted to congratulate all of the runners and rollers that participated. You work so hard at what you love, it is truly inspiring. You can make us believe we could actually do what you do...even if we are dreaming.

Happy Running!

A Bit of This and That

Hi Everyone,

I know it is not officially fall yet, but it is definitely feeling like fall. I can now go jogging without feeling overly warm, and I love being able to jog just a little farther because I don't feel melted. The trees here are just starting to turn. We are getting to see some yellow and orange out there. I hope you are all enjoying this MN weather as much as I am.

Every year about this time I start to see some of the Twin Cities Marathon runners show up in the office. I'm wishing you all good luck in the race this October. It looks like I'll be working in the elite tent on Sun. (the last race day). I won't be there adjusting, but screening for Center Point Massage and Shiatsu Therapy School and Clinic. The participants can come by and get a post race massage. Center Point graduates will be ready to help you feel better. If you know there is a massage at the end of the road, will it help you run faster? Don't miss out!

Today I have a video about blood pressure and chiropractic. The first reporter could use a lesson on how to pronounce chiropractic, and the video quality is not the best, but it is good information.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FBwJIZTq8Yg


Enjoy!

How Does Chiropractic Work?

Hi Everyone,

I hope the first week of school is going well for all of our students. I also hope everyone had a good holiday weekend. This weekend I was pretty busy. One of the things I had a chance to do, was to pick some apples right off the tree...I love fresh fruit!

With school underway, now is a good time to make sure your backpack (or your kid's backpacks) fit properly. A good backpack should have a lumbar support (low back support), adjustable straps that are fitted correctly, and weigh less than or equal to 10-20% of your body weight (for a child this is about 10-15 lbs maximum). I know, if your a parent you are thinking that this is impossible. The kids have too many books, especially as they get older. It can be done with a little planning and maybe a chat with a teacher or two. Backpacks on wheels can also be a helpful tool. They are similar to the luggage that we like to pull behind us.

Someone used to backpacking or camping with a pack (usually 40-60 lbs), should be training or doing this activity enough that they are strong enough to handle more weight. If you are backpack camping remember less is more! Ask your chiropractor to make sure your backpack is fitted correctly.

Today, I bumped into a video on Facebook that is really amazing. It talks about how chiropractic works, and describes a chiropractic subluxation. It gives you a view of the nervous system and the human body that can truly show you what it is that is happening with chiropractic care.

Here is the link to the video:
http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=123399947710556&ref=mf#!

Here is a link to the information on subluxations that is on my website:
http://www.kellychiropractic.com/back.html

Enjoy!

Infertility

Hi Everyone,

The renovations are took longer than they were supposed to, as these things often do, but we are starting to put things back together. Our music was hooked up again yesterday, the new paint looks great, and we are gradually getting the art back upon the walls! It is all very exciting since it has been about 5 years since we made any major changes here at the office.

There were so many links that I found about infertility, it became too much to post them on all of the online sources (this blog, Facebook, Twitter, etc.). If you go to my website and click on "links", then click on "chiropractic research and topics" and scroll down to infertility, you'll find the other sources I was talking about.

www.kellychiropractic.com

This link will bring you right to the links page of my website.

http://www.kellychiropractic.com/links.html#CHIROPRACTIC_RESEARCH_AND_TOPICS


Here is one more link about infertility in case you don't feel like surfing today.

http://www.chiroindex.org/?search_page=articles&action&articleId=19666


Enjoy!

Infertility and Chiropractic Care

Hi Everyone,

Things have been really exciting around the office lately. We are having some updates to our space. I think I am most excited about the new paint. I am ready for some different colors.

I recently saw a video on Facebook referring to how chiropractic can help with infertility problems. I had not heard of this research. When I went to look further, I found several small scale studies on this topic. I don't have time to post them all today...with the remodeling and all, but in the next couple of weeks I'll post some more.

Here is the link for today.

http://www.chiropracticresearch.org/search2.php?aid=1048

Enjoy!