Dr. Weinstein's Health & Wellness Podcast

Athletes should get their spine checked so that they can function to the best of their ability. A spine that is in proper alignment will help the body to perform better and prevent injuries.

Icy roads pose a danger to drivers and passengers regardless of the vehicle you are in. Minor fender benders may cause bodily harm that you can't immediately see or feel so it's important to be seen by a chiropractor right away to get your spine checked.

When it comes to New Year resolutions it's nice to have some tips to help you get started on the right foot from diet advice to finding motivation to exercise and time focus on your health.

Being aware of your posture is the first step in correcting it. There are tricks and tips to keeping your head, neck and shoulders in the proper position during the day and while sleeping.

Chiropractic care helps the nervous system function better by removing interferences in the spine which helps prevent headaches and other pain and inflammation throughout the body. This also allows the eustachian tube to work to prevent ear infections.

Concussions cause trauma to the brain and skull and also affects the upper spine. A chiropractor can evaluate concussion patients and provide necessary adjustments to align the upper cervical spine and minimize potential damage caused by concussions.

Rehabilitation therapy is performed to hold the adjustment or the correction that is made to the spine. There are many types of rehabilitation exercises used to strengthen the muscles of the spine, reduce inflammation and increase flexibility.

Children can receive chiropractic care to align their spine for proper nervous system and body function and to correct foward head posture due to hunching over electronic devices.

Injuries sustained during auto accidents, such as whiplash, may not be seen or felt until days after the accident. It is important to be checked by a chiropractor immediately after an accident so that injuries do not get worse.

Forward head posture is a condition that is becoming more and more prevalent due to the way we use electronic devices and is commonly called text neck. Constantly bending the head forward can cause tightness in the neck and upper back and headaches.

A subluxation is a vertebra that is out of place causing an interference with the nervous system. This affects the nerve flow, the joints, and overall body function. Chiropractors can detect subluxations and correct them.

A first visit to the chiropractor can include a variety of manual exams to find areas causing pain as well as x-rays.