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The Role of Your Core in Preventing Back Pain

Reinhardt Chiropractic

The Role of Your Core in Preventing Back Pain When we think about core strength, six-pack abs or intense gym workouts often come to mind. A strong, healthy core plays a vital role in protecting your back and preventing pain. This prevents overloading specific areas, like the lower back, which can lead to pain or discomfort.

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Reducing daily sitting may prevent back pain

ScienceDaily: Back and Neck Pain

A new study showed that reducing daily sitting prevented back pain from worsening over six months. The result strengthens the current understanding of the link between activity and back pain as well as the mechanisms related to back pain.

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Do your chiropractic clinical assessments need an updated?

Chiropractic Economics

Today, we must ask ourselves: Are we doing enough to prevent falls and improve quality of life for our middle-aged and elderly patients? These alarming statistics underscore the need for DCs to play a proactive role in fall prevention. A study from Brazil found those who could not perform a 10-second one-legged stance were 1.84

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Fall Prevention Strategy For Your Patients

ChiroUp

It falls within the realm of chiropractors' responsibilities to not only inform patients about the potential risks associated with falling but also to conduct comprehensive assessments and provide targeted interventions to prevent future falls. Diminishing physical strength and increasing frailty contribute to the trend.

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Understanding the Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Athletes: Enhancing Performance and Preventing Injuries

Reinhardt Chiropractic

I n the world of sports, athletes are always seeking ways to improve their performance and prevent injuries. Preventing Injuries Proactive Injury Prevention: Regular chiropractic check-ups can identify and correct misalignments before they lead to injuries. One often overlooked yet highly effective method is chiropractic care.

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Preventing Running Injuries This Fall: Tips for a Safe and Enjoyable Season

Reinhardt Chiropractic

To prevent this, incorporating cross-training into your weekly routine is vital. Strengthening these areas helps support your running and prevent injuries. A general rule of thumb is to increase your weekly mileage by no more than 10% to give your body time to adapt and strengthen without overloading your muscles and joints.

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The importance of including balance assessment and training in patient management protocols

Chiropractic Economics

As DCs, we strive to enhance the quality of life for our patients by addressing pain, improving mobility and preventing injuries. The role of balance in preventing falls Balance is a fundamental aspect of physical health that deteriorates with age, significantly increasing the risk of falls.

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