The latest chiropractic insights
We love to share! On this page, you can read about tips and insights from real doctors. We post as much as possible about topics such as improving sleep, when to seek chiropractic treatment, chiropractic for kids, and much much more.
Why an Inactive Lifestyle Isn't Good For You
If walking around the grocery store is the most exercise you get in a week, you may be putting your health at risk. Inactivity is a factor in many health conditions, ranging from cancer to high...
Back to School Chiropractic Tips
When back to school time arrives, so does unfortunate shoulder pain, back pain, and neck pain associated with daily activities during the day. At the first signs of discomfort, contact Meek...
Plantar Fasciitis
About 90 percent of people will recover from plantar fasciitis within a few months following conservative treatment. Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common explanations of heel pain. It is...
Myths & Facts
A chiropractic college grants a D.C. or Doctorate of Chiropractic degree. Chiropractors are licensed as health care providers in every U.S. state and dozens of countries around the world. While the...
May is National Correct Posture Month
Your parents were right when they nagged you about the importance of good posture. Poor posture can trigger back pain and may even affect the alignment of your entire body. Learning about the many...
Poor Posture
Do you often end up slumping in your recliner at the end of a long, hard day? Maybe you find yourself sitting in your desk chair hunched over a keyboard for hours? If you are on your feet all day,...
Orthotics
Whenever you run, walk or stand, your feet form the foundation of your body. Sometimes, though, the shape of your foot or an injury can affect the angle at which your foot strikes the ground. If...
Winter Activities that Can Cause Pain and How to Prevent It
Becoming a couch potato isn't the only way to prevent aches and pains this winter. Making a few changes to your usual routine will reduce your risk of injury when participating in these winter...
Neuropathophysiology
Neuropathophysiology refers to pathophysiological conditions that affect the nervous system. A more recognizable term may be neuropathy. Neuropathy is not a single disease; rather, it is an...
Improve Your Recovery Time With Chiropractic Treatment
Pain, stiffness, and other symptoms often continue for days or weeks after an injury, even if the injury was fairly minor. Chiropractic care can shorten your recovery period and help you to return...
How to Strengthen Your Joints
Are your joints as strong as they could be? Joint weakness can lead to a variety of problems ranging from injuries to pain to stiffness. Making a few changes in your life, in addition to visiting...
The Benefits of Chiropractic for Chronic Pain Caused by PTSD
Chronic pain, one of the lesser-known symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), can make living with the condition even more difficult. Fortunately, your chiropractor can help you manage...
Staying Healthy as a Caregiver
Taking care of others can be hard on your own health. In fact, 17 to 25 percent of caregivers say their health is fair or poor, according to the Family Caregiver Alliance. That statistic isn't...
Detox/Cleanse
At Meek Integrative Health Center, we have been providing residents of Springfield, MO with a variety of nutritional counseling services for many years. If deemed necessary, our chiropractor can...
Chiropractic and Headaches
Headaches are often dismissed as minor ailments that can be easily cured simply by popping a few over-the-counter pain relievers. Although pain medication may be helpful for occasional headaches,...
Balance
Balance and coordination exist when the body is used for what it is designed for. Exercises such as walking, swimming, yoga, Pilates, bicycling, martial arts, and bodybuilding all help to improve...
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