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Chiropractic Articles

Chiropractic care is a medical system based on the notion that the body can heal itself. The articles you will find on Self Growth Engine will explain these kinds of treatments in easy-to-understand terms. Written by experts on the subject, you will read about how to go about choosing a chiropractor, using chiropractic practices to relief back pain, and much more.

Exercising to Lessen Back Pain?

Submitted by LeannZ on Thu, 2010-04-08 17:00
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Yes! Exercise and chiropractic care can go hand-in-hand in helping you to lessen your lower back pain. In some cases, the patient can continue their previous exercise regime before they started chiropractic care. Of course, consult your chiropractor before continuing, and if you have any other medical problems that could be affected by physical exercise, such as heart problems, consult with your primary care physician as well.


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Choosing A Chiropractor

Submitted by LeannZ on Wed, 2010-03-31 14:07
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There’s a lot more to choosing the right chiropractic doctor than you might think. What’s their chiropractic technique? (“joint popping” as opposed to a low-force adjustment) Communication style? (Friendly? Answers questions fully?) There are also some red flags you should know to watch out for. Is the chiropractor recommending an unrealistic long-term care program? Or claiming to be able to cure all that ails you? Does the chiropractor recommend x-rays or other tests that seem unnecessary?


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Chiropractic prenatal care can help

Submitted by Health and Wellness on Fri, 2010-03-05 16:35
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Pregnancy includes a lot of bodily changes, and we do anything we can to be more comfortable while still being healthy for the baby. Prenatal vitamins and gentle exercise are often part of a pregnancy care routine, and a visit to the chiropractic clinic is now being recognized for the benefits it can offer. This article does a great job explaining how chiropractic doctors can make mom more comfortable and make the birth safer and more enjoyable.


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Pregnancy & Back Pain

Submitted by LeannZ on Mon, 2010-02-01 15:42
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The aches and pains of pregnancy are very real and can interfere with everyday activities. Along with the average weight gain of 25 to 35 pounds to content with, a pregnant woman’s center of gravity shifts forward, increasing stress on the joints. Also, back and leg pain is very common especially in the later months of pregnancy when the baby’s weight puts added pressure on the sciatic nerve. Chiropractic care is a safe and effective method of dealing with the pain associated with a changing pregnant body without using medications that could harm the baby.


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