Ailments

The thyroid is a butterfly shaped gland that is in your neck. The thyroid gland takes iodine, found in many foods, and converts it into thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). T3 and T4 regulate your metabolism, heart rate, and body temperature. Low body temperature is […]

When should you worry about arm pain? Do you have shoulder pain, shoulder blade pain, elbow pain, hand pain? Any numbness? How do you qualify the pain? Sharp, burning, achy? All these things matter when determining where the pain is coming from. Let’s talk about […]

Have you ever heard of cold laser? How about red light therapy? Cold laser therapy is low-intensity laser therapy that stimulates healing while using low levels of light. It is called “cold” laser due to the fact that it does not heat tissues, so you […]

If you watch any type of commercials, you will notice one going around about “custom orthotics”. They are bought at the big box companies and they have a foot scanner, to match you with your “custom” fit. I absolutely love the idea! The problem I […]

What exactly happens when you get “osteoporotic”? Who ends up with it? Why? How do you prevent it? All great questions! Osteoporosis is super common, mostly in the elderly population, but it can happen in any age if you’re not careful. Osteoporosis is a bone […]

Many people haven’t heard of monolaurin, but it is derived from coconut oil! Yes that wonderful healthy coconut oil and it is also found in breast milk. When you consume coconut oil the body converts lauric acid into monolaurin. Monolaurin has anti fungal, antiviral and […]

Many women turn to birth control for many different issues. Acne, to regulate their periods, to make them not have a period, help with symptoms of PMS, and to prevent pregnancy. But, do you actually know what is happening to the body when you start […]

How often do you experience leg cramps or “Charlie horses”? I get asked all the time how to help with leg cramps. 70% of adults and 7% of kids experience leg cramps on a regular basis. I always recommend a supplement of calcium and magnesium. […]

Aspirins are fine for the occasional headache, stomach cramps, or tooth pain, though popping them like candy is a terrible idea. Aspirin is a salicylate (chemical derived from salicylic acid), having anti-inflammatory and antipyretic properties. It is often used to treat acute and chronic pains […]

Ever have any of these symptoms? How about all of them at some point in life? Weekly? Daily? What is your go to medicine for relief? Pepto Bismol, TUMs, pickle juice? What if I were to tell you reflux, heartburn or upset stomach, are actually […]

Around the joints of your body are small, fluid-filled sacs called bursae. These sacs surround the tissue where the skin, muscles, or tendons meet the bones. Bursae provide lubrication and prevent friction and wear and tear when the joint is being used. When these sacs […]

I recently cut cable and luckily I don’t listen to many commercials anymore. But, if you listen to any pharmaceutical or vaccine commercial, they will make you fear whatever ailment they are pushing their agenda for. If you close your eyes and listen there is a […]

Although chiropractic treats much much more than just low back pain, it is one of the most common reason to visit the chiropractor. Low back pain affects 80% of the population at some point in their lives and is the second most common reason to […]

Do you have any annoying symptoms that just won’t go away? Achy joints or muscles, brain fog, fatigue, headaches, allergies or gas? Or how about more serious problems such as autoimmune diseases, migraines, asthma, acne, irritable bowel, reflux, or arthritis? Here are some common symptoms […]

There can be a couple of different reasons for groin pain. If you have ruled out UTI or kidney stones, lymph node enlargement, pregnancy and if you haven’t been exercising or physically active, then most likely it is due to a problem that stems from […]

The sciatic nerve is the longest and widest nerve in the body, originating from the lumbar spine and running underneath the buttocks, down the hips, and into the lower legs. So Sciatica is the inflammation or pinching of the sciatic nerve. Pain can be a […]

Most people know about swelling in lower legs, but what does it really mean? Is holding fluid in your legs something to be concerned about? Edema is visible swelling caused by a buildup of fluid within tissues. When the legs are pressed and an indentation […]

Foot pain is actually quite common. At my office, patients typically say that they have a stabbing pain in their foot that is worse after being immobile for a period of time. Mornings are the worst and they usually have had it for years. 😩 […]

Acid reflux is a common condition that features a burning pain in the lower chest. It happens when stomach acid flows back up into your chest and throat. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is diagnosed when acid reflux occurs more than twice a week. Acid reflux […]

You may have experienced a kidney stone, or known someone that has had a kidney stone. But, where do they come from? What are their early symptoms and what can you do for them? Kidney stones are quite common and are more prevalent in men […]