The oil from cold water fish is very high in omega 3 essential fatty acids. Omega 3s are the âgood fatsâ that keep our blood vessels and tendons elastic, decrease inflammation and prevent blockages in the heart and brain. Omega 3s contain EPAs and DHAs. EPAs are best when used as anti-inflammatories and DHAs are […]
The Posturific Brace is a great, easy tool for improving your posture. It was designed by a chiropractor who wanted to help his patients correct their posture. He didnât like that every brace on the market was so  expensive and difficult to use. This figure-8 elastic strap goes around your shoulders to gently pull your shoulder […]
A great âtoolâ to have on hand is a foam roller. This small, fairly inexpensive, piece of  equipment is awesome for massages and working out kinks in your muscles and joints. Most foam rollers break down very easily with your body weight and quickly become ineffective. I prefer the Trigger Point rollers, because they are […]
A TENS, Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator, unit is a pager sized device that sends stimulating pulses through electrode pads that are placed around an area of pain. These stimulating pulses prevent pain signals from reaching the brain and help the body to produce higher levels of endorphins, the body’s natural pain killer. Using a TENS […]
Orthopedic pillows are an absolute must for patients experiencing neck or upper back pain. They are also especially useful for chronic headache sufferers. Orthopedic pillows properly align your neck while sleeping. Think of it as exercise while sleeping! Florence Chiropractic Center sells Therapeutica pillows. They provide the best ergonomics and patient compliance we have ever […]
As a chiropractor who treats mainly back disorders, I can tell you the foundation of your body, your feet, are critical to back health. If your arches drop, your feet and knees roll in, putting wear and tear on the medical meniscus (the portion of the knee most likely to form arthritis) and stress on the […]