Wellness Library

Horse Chiropractors Gaining Popularity

A feature story appearing in the November 29, 2006 online “sacbee.com”, the online news version of the Sacramento Bee from California, reports on the increased acceptance and usage of chiropractic care for horses. Chelsea Phua – sacbee.com staff writer and author of the article reports on a chiropractor, Dr. Troy Stevens as he works on

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Holiday Stresses Can Increase Health Risks

The International Chiropractors Association (ICA) has issued helpful holiday hints and recommendations to ward off health problems over the holidays. Overeating was of particular interest as it related to physical stress placed on the spine. According to the release, “A bulging stomach can put pressure on your body support systems, including your spine and spinal

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Holiday Stress and Winter Activities Carry Special Concerns

In December 2001 informational releases from both the International Chiropractors Association (ICA), and the American Chiropractic Association (ACA), comes articles with tips for consumers this holiday season. The ACA warns, “Winter recreational activities and chores can pose problems for the outdoor enthusiast whose body is not in condition.” The ACA article stresses the importance of

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History of Chiropractic

Many chiropractic patients ask, “How did chiropractic get started?” Well, Chiropractic got started in Davenport Iowa a little over 100 years ago. In 1895 a “magnetic healer” as he was called, by the name of DD Palmer operated an office on the corner of Second and Brady street in downtown Davenport. Dr. Palmer, as he

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Hearing Improved With Chiropractic – Case Series

A case series study published in the January 19, 2006 issue of the scientific journal, Chiropractic & Osteopathy, documents the improvements in hearing in study subjects after a chiropractic adjustment. The journal, Chiropractic & Osteopathy is the official journal of the Chiropractic & Osteopathic College of Australasia. The study is significant as it looked for

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Health Plans Include Chiropractic & Alternatives

More insurance plans and companies are including what they call “complementary healthcare” into their plans. One such agreement comes from PacifiCare signing an agreement with Complementary Healthcare Plans to offer chiropractic and other non-medical types of care to their policy holders. Consumers also rate plans which include complementary procedures as high in satisfaction levels. Landmark

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Health Magazine Does Feature on Chiropractic

Appearing in the August 9, 2006 issue of the publication “The Southern Health Magazine” is an overview article on chiropractic. This article by Southern Health Contributor Joanna Gray was written for an audience in southern Illinois and presents an overview of chiropractic. The focus of the article is toward those who have not experienced chiropractic

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