The doctor may recommend a nutritional consultation and the use of vitamins, minerals, herbal therapies and dietary modifications as a valuable part of your treatment plan. These will aid the body in a variety of ways, including:
- decreasing inflammation and pain
- decreasing muscle tension and spasm
- accelerating the repair of injured tissues
- preventing and treating colds and flu by stimulating immune system function
- decreasing stress, anxiety, and depression
- promoting better quality sleep
- improving allergies and sinus conditions
- decreasing heartburn, bloating, gas, and reflux
- lowering blood pressure and cholesterol
- decreasing liver toxicity associated with hepatitis or long-term use of prescription medication
- decreasing motion sickness, pregnancy-related morning sickness, and nausea
- improving athletic performance
For overall health and wellness, a healthy diet, plenty of water (8 – 12 glasses of pure water each day), adequate sleep, rest, and exercise, are all essential. In addition, part of a healthy lifestyle should include a high-quality multiple vitamin/mineral, taken 2 – 3 times per day. Drs. Ezgur and DiDomenico personally use and recommend Multigenics by Metagenics, as described in Proper Daily Nutrition.
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PROGRESSIVE HEALTH & WELLNESS BLOG: THE IMPORTANCE OF MICRO-BREAKS & ERGONOMICS : Over time, the human body has adapted very well to the task of hunting for and gathering food. It performs and feels its best when it is in motion during the day, and resting at night. Sitting all day, on the other hand, puts an enormous strain on the sspine and its supporting tendons, ligaments, muscles, and fascia. If you are sitting at a desk and/or computer for more than 1 hour on a regular basis, then you are what we call an “industrial athlete”. For you, proper micro-breaks and ergonomics (discussed in a separate blog) are essential to prevent neck pain, back pain, and headaches, as well as to allow your body to get the best results from your chiropractic care. Ideally, micro-breaks should be performed before you start to feel stiff or sore at your worksite. For most people, this means taking a 20-30 second micro-break every 20-30 minutes of prolonged sitting. Of course, longer breaks of 1-5 minutes should also be taken every 2-3 hours, or as needed. Any of the exercises that Drs. Ezgur or DiDomenico prescribe for you can be used as a micro-break. One of the most effective micro-break exercises is Brugger’s Relief Position, as taught in our offices. Read More |