Back Adjustments

 

Have you ever wondered how back adjustments work? It's fairly common knowledge that these adjustments—also called spinal adjustments or Grade 5 mobilizations—realign the vertebrae. The most obvious benefit of this would be reduced pain. However, these adjustments can also offer help in many other ways, such as improving range of motion, increasing circulation, and improving immunity.

When a chiropractor performs an adjustment, they use their hands to put pressure on the joint, using very precise force and methods. This helps the vertebrae move back into their natural position. There is a grading scale for adjustments, with Grades 1 through 4 being milder. (These are sometimes offered by other practitioners.) In some cases, it may only take one adjustment to correct an issue. Other patients will need ongoing treatments, which may last weeks, months, or even years.

Give your chiropractic care center Hilliard, OH a call for more information on chiropractic adjustments.

The First Chiropractic Patient

 

Have you ever wondered how chiropracty got started? There's actually a very interesting story behind it! The first chiropractic patient was a man named Harvey Lillard. Lillard worked as a janitor in the Ryan Building in Davenport, Iowa, where a doctor named DD Palmer had an office. The two began to chat, and Lillard told Palmer that he was almost completely deaf. In fact, he wasn't able to hear the ticking of a watch or the sound of a wagon on the street. He had become deaf, he explained, after hearing something 'pop' in his spine while he was bent over in a cramped position.

Palmer offered to look at Lillard, and noticed a lump between his shoulder blades. On a hunch, he convinced Lillard to let him 'rack the bone back into position.' He pushed the vertebrae back in place, performing the first back adjustment. A few days later, Lillard reported that his hearing was almost fully restored.

To schedule an appointment for a back adjustment, contact your chiropractic care center Galloway, OH today!

Chiropracty Treatments For Neck Pain

 

Have you ever experienced neck pain? If so, you may know that it can permeate almost every aspect of your life, and can be quite debilitating. Chiropractic care can be very effective in helping deal with neck pain.

Many neck problems are caused by subluxations, or, to put it casually, cricks in the neck. Chiropractic treatments, which are called cervical manipulations, help loosen up the vertebrae joints. This can help alleviate pain caused by pinched nerves, muscle spasms, and other issues.

In a study by the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, researchers reviewed nine previously published trials. They found that there was “high-quality evidence" that spinal manipulations helped patients with chronic neck pain. All of the groups studied showed improvements up to about three months after their treatments.

If you want to schedule a consultation, or just learn more about how spinal manipulations can help with neck pain, consult to your chiropractic clinic Galloway OH.

Tear Stains in Dogs

 

Are you one of many dogs owners who are having difficulty getting rid of the tear stains in their pets? The tear stain in dogs can be brought about by the development of red yeast as well as bacteria. This is what gives the tear stain found around the eyes those noticeably red-brown stains that usually come with a musty smell. In order to get rid of the tear stains effectively, you must be able to find out the root cause of the problem. Excess tearing can happen when the extra layer of lashes near the eyes of the dog is creating constant irritation. The tear ducts just beside the eyes can get infected as well, and this can be another root cause of tear stains. It is important for you to wash your dog's face on a regular basis to get rid of those stains. If possible, do this a few times weekly. You can also have your pet checked by a vet Lewisville, TX for proper attention and intervention.

What’s In A Dog’s Eyes?

 

Have you ever been fascinated with your dog's eyes or his vision? The eyes of dogs are designed in such a way that they can discern motion a lot better than humans can. It is quite a popular myth that dogs are pretty much colorblind (or being unable to detect color or distinguish the differences in color, poorly or fully). This is not true, but, indeed, dogs often have myopia or nearsightedness. The eyes of dogs are designed in such a way that they are not able to focus on certain shapes of objects, and this is why they find it difficult to detect objects that are situated 20 feet or more away from them. Moreover, the peripheral vision of dogs is fairly narrow and the case varies depending on two main factors: the type of breed involved as well as the size of the dog's head.

If you have concerns about your pet’s health and/or behavior, make an appointment with our animal hospital Lewisville, TX.

Dental Care Tips for Your Canine Companion

 

When routine dental care is overlooked, a dog can quickly develop other severe oral health issues, like gingivitis and gum disease. That’s why it’s so important to keep up with your dog’s dental hygiene routine at home. Here’s how to do it:

● Brush Fido’s teeth. Always use a canine-formulated toothpaste and a pet-specific toothbrush. This removes loose plaque from the outer tooth surfaces before it can harden into more dangerous tartar. 

● Provide chew toys. Chew toys help to scrape away some of that loose plaque, too. Plus, they’re a lot of fun for your canine friend.

● Try dental sticks or dental chews. These products are made specifically to help improve your dog’s dental health, and they help the breath to smell a bit better.

Another key tip is to have your veterinarian examine your dog’s mouth regularly. Contact your animal hospital Brampton ON right away to set up your pup’s next appointment. 

Cats and Chinchillas: Can They Get Along Well?

Do you have a pet cat as well as a chinchilla or plan to get one of them or both? A cat and a chinchilla can live in the same house cooperatively in certain cases.

If you plan to get a chinchilla, it's important to keep your beloved cat's personality in mind first. If you have a cat that is mellow, you're lucky: it would be a great housemate to your future chinchilla. However, if you have a cat that has a strong predator personality, he might try to constantly hunt that chinchilla you plan to get. Putting a chinchilla in a cage might not fully work because the decided cat who is on constant "hunt mode" would try to reach the chinchilla or keep it in a constantly stressed mode. Since chinchillas are rodents, your cat might consider it as prey. Keep a close eye on your chinchilla once you bring it home.

Any sign of illness should warrant a call or visit to your animal clinic San Antonio, TX.