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A cure for your headaches

April 24, 2012 By

submitted by Dr. Kimberly Woudsma Worth, Woudsma Chiropractic Associates, Inc., www.WoudsmaChiropractic.com

1. Ninety percent of all headaches are Primary Headaches and include tension–type, migraine, cervicogenic, and cluster headaches. New research shows they are MOST effectively cured by chiropractic adjustments. Tension type headaches are the most common, affecting upwards of 75% of all headache sufferers. As many as 90% of adults have had a tension–type headache.

2. Rebound Headache - If prescription or nonprescription pain relievers are overused, headache may “rebound” as the last dose wears off, leading one to take more and more pills.

3. Cervicogenic Headaches originate from disorders of the neck and are recognized as a referred pain in the head.

4. Migraine Headaches – Migraines may last from four to 72 hours, are typically unilateral, throbbing, of moderate to severe intensity, and are aggravated by routine physical activity. Nausea and an aura may occur.

5. Cluster Headaches – With cluster headaches the pain is extremely severe but the attack is brief, lasting no more than a hour or two.

All of these headaches are most effectively treated by a chiropractor.

AETNA health care has recently even increased their treatment allowance for chiropractic because it is most effective and least invasive for headaches and other musculo-skeletal disorders.

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For mom’s who care

November 1, 2011 By

submitted by Dr. Kimberly Woudsma Worth, Woudsma Health and Wellness Centers

Many spinal problems seen in adults began as early as birth. Even so-called ‘natural’ birthing methods can stress an infant’s spine and developing nerve system. The resulting irritation to the nerve system caused by spinal and cranial misalignment can be the cause of many newborn health complaints. Colic, breathing problems, nursing difficulties, sleep disturbances, allergic reactions and chronic infections can often be traced to nerve system stress. Since significant spinal trauma can occur at birth, many parents have their newborns checked right away.

As the infant grows, learning to hold up the head, sit, crawl and walk are all activities that affect spinal alignment and are important times to have a child checked by a Doctor of Chiropractic. As the child begins to participate in regular childhood activities like skating or riding a bike, small yet significant spinal misalignments (subluxations) may occur. If neglected, the injuries during this period of rapid growth may lead to more serious problems later in life.

Subtle trauma throughout childhood will affect the future development of the spine leading to impaired nervous system function. Any interference to the vital nerve system will adversely affect the body’s ability to function at its best. One of the most common reason parents seek care for their child is trauma from an injury of some sort. These misalignments may or may not result in immediate pain or symptoms.

Regular chiropractic checkups by a specialist in this area, can identify potential spinal injury from these traumas, make the correction early in life and help avoid many of the health complaints seen later in adults. Proper spinal hygiene is an important key to better health.

Another sought out reason for care is the resolution of a particular symptom or condition. Parents seek care for conditions such as colic, ear infections, asthma, allergies and headaches (to name a few) because they have heard from other parents that chiropractic care can help.

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What is Spinal Decompression Therapy?

October 4, 2011 By

submitted by Worth Chiropractic Association

Many people with back pain, neck pain, and carpal tunnel syndrome are asking “What is Spinal Decompression Therapy?”  Spinal Decompression Therapy is a non-surgical, non-chiropractic therapy to relieve back pain, neck pain, and other problems associated with spinal disc injuries.

Bulging discs, herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, pinched nerves, sciatica, and arm pain or leg pain can often be attributed to your spine asserting pressure on your discs.  Poor posture, bad body mechanics, repetitive stress and acute injury can cause your vertebrae to compress your discs or to slip out of alignment which then applies pressure to your discs.  Compressed discs lead to two major problems: a bulge or herniation (they are basically the same thing) pressing on a nerve; and degeneration or hardening of the disc.  The problem is often made worse because the compressed disc restricts the flow of nutrients to itself which is needed to heal.

Traditional corrective treatments include surgery or chiropractic adjustment.  Spinal Decompression Therapy is an alternative FDA-approved treatment option that has shown very good results.  Many say as good as 86% success.  You can imagine if you combined this treatment with chiropractic, physical therapy, and core strengthening how good it could be.

Spinal Decompression Treatment is non-invasive and provides gentle decompression of the disc through the use of a decompression table. You are strapped to the table so that as it moves it applies a distraction force to the targeted area of the spine (the compressed disc).  A computer controls the distraction force which is applied in between periods of relaxation.  This gently pulls the spine apart, elongating it and creating a small vacuum between the vertebrae which pulls the disc back into shape.

Much like a repetitive stress injury, the decompression works in very minute increments.  But over time that adds up and lets the disc reshape itself, heal and get the proper flow of nutrients going to fight off brittleness and future injuries.

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What is Spinal Decompression Therapy?

August 30, 2011 By

submitted by Worth Chiropractic Association

Many people with back pain, neck pain, and carpal tunnel syndrome are asking “What is Spinal Decompression Therapy?”  Spinal Decompression Therapy is a non-surgical, non-chiropractic therapy to relieve back pain, neck pain, and other problems associated with spinal disc injuries.

Bulging discs, herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, pinched nerves, sciatica, and arm pain or leg pain can often be attributed to your spine asserting pressure on your discs.  Poor posture, bad body mechanics, repetitive stress and acute injury can cause your vertebrae to compress your discs or to slip out of alignment which then applies pressure to your discs.  Compressed discs lead to two major problems: a bulge or herniation (they are basically the same thing) pressing on a nerve; and degeneration or hardening of the disc.  The problem is often made worse because the compressed disc restricts the flow of nutrients to itself which is needed to heal.

Traditional corrective treatments include surgery or chiropractic adjustment.  Spinal Decompression Therapy is an alternative FDA-approved treatment option that has shown very good results.  Many say as good as 86% success.  You can imagine if you combined this treatment with chiropractic, physical therapy, and core strengthening how good it could be.

Spinal Decompression Treatment is non-invasive and provides gentle decompression of the disc through the use of a decompression table. You are strapped to the table so that as it moves it applies a distraction force to the targeted area of the spine (the compressed disc).  A computer controls the distraction force which is applied in between periods of relaxation.  This gently pulls the spine apart, elongating it and creating a small vacuum between the vertebrae which pulls the disc back into shape.

Much like a repetitive stress injury, the decompression works in very minute increments.  But over time that adds up and lets the disc reshape itself, heal and get the proper flow of nutrients going to fight off brittleness and future injuries.

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Looking to lose weight? Control appetite with Caralluma Fimbriata

July 13, 2011 By

submitted by GNC Newtown

One of the most effective ways to lose weight is through appetite control.  A plant known as Caralluma Fimbriata might be the key in helping us along that path.  Similar to hoodia, caralluma is a succulent plant in the cactus family.  It has been used as a natural appetite suppressant in India for centuries, and has become increasingly popular for its weight loss properties as well as its ability to lower blood sugar.

Considered a “famine food,” caralluma was used during periods of famine to suppress appetite, control thirst and enhance endurance.  It is believed to block the activity of several enzymes, which then blocks the formation of fat, forcing fat reserves to be burned.  Caralluma is also believed to have an effect on the appetite control mechanism of the brain.

There are no adverse effects when using this plant and no known toxicity.  A patented, tested extract of Caralluma has been developed and standardized here in the United States.  Known as “Slimaluma,” this extract delivers the plant in a concentrated form.

We have seen many “diet” products come and go.  Carraluma Fimbriata has been the most consistent seller, helping the most people control their appetite.  Many customers who use this product have great success with it.

For those of you looking to “kick start” your diet and exercise program, consider supplementing with caralluma, and get your appetite under control.

 

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