tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38722222029691402082024-02-02T16:33:36.852-08:00Health That is EverGreenEvergreen Chiropractichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00207412181749815511noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872222202969140208.post-58501960578848072242011-09-01T11:05:00.000-07:002011-09-01T11:05:31.904-07:00CityDeals vouchersWe have recently published a deal on the CityDeals website that gives a person access to "Unlimited" care for a month for $69 (this included an evaluation, chiropractic adjustments, ice/heat and electro-therapy). Unfortunately, recent events have forced us to no longer honor the vouchers from CityDeals. We are not able to continue providing service if we are not being paid for these services.<br />
Our recommendation to those that have purchased the voucher from CityDeals is to dispute the charge with your credit/debit card company; bring your voucher/receipt showing the price you paid and we will honor that price in our office. Please keep your vouchers. If in the unlikely event that CityDeals honors their contracts, we will again honor the vouchers and extend the expiration date as needed.<br />
We are sorry for the inconvenience this causes. We hope to continue providing you with your healthcare needs as you seek out better health.<br />
If you have any questions, feel free to call us at (801) 224-2279.Evergreen Chiropractichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00207412181749815511noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872222202969140208.post-40116336185406015712011-03-16T14:14:00.000-07:002011-03-16T14:14:26.196-07:00On the Road...After my wife finished a half marathon last year I became obligated to run a 5k race with her. I had told her that I would run a 5k of her choice if she finished, as an added incentive to finish. Running has never been an activity that I have especially enjoyed. Like I have told my wife (maybe some you have heard me say this as well), "Give me a ball and I can run forever". I obviously can't run "forever", but I feel that I have performed fairly well when playing a sport such as basketball or football. However, I did say that I would run a 5k with her and I try to be a man of my word so we will be running the 5k of her choice in June--the Dirty Dash at Soldier Hollow. So we begin with a mud run 5k.<br />
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To add to my obligatory 5k I have decided to participate in a triathlon. For the past few years I have gone back and forth about whether or not I wanted to compete in a triathlon. I had the great opportunity to work with another chiropractor in a gym that specialized in triathlon training. The owner has run, I believe, a couple Ironman races. I had the opportunity to volunteer at the Utah Half Ironman a few years ago. It was a lot of fun and there were a lot of people who appeared to be in good shape. I recently took a look at my personal fitness and though I do not think I am in BAD shape, I definitely could be in better shape. Playing basketball once or twice a week has not quite been keeping in the shape I think I should be in. After looking at a few websites that list a multitude of triathlons in the state I have finally decided on an event. It is a Sprint length triathlon in Provo--the Aqua Triathlon at Seven Peaks. Since I don't like running, I thought that this particular event would be best for me--The run is the first section followed by bike and finished with the swim. The event isn't until September so I will have time to do a little training and improve my overall fitness level.<br />
I know that triathlons aren't for everyone, but I would suggest that everyone find something that will improve their fitness level this year even if it is something small. Small steps forward are still steps forward. They also have a much better chance of getting you somewhere than standing still or sitting on a couch. Don't just watch sports, BE the sports.Evergreen Chiropractichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00207412181749815511noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872222202969140208.post-71072804787464544612010-12-17T14:42:00.000-08:002010-12-17T14:53:38.258-08:00New Website is Finally ActiveAs many may have noticed Evergreen Chiropractic has not had a website built, active, and available. It is still in the building processes, but it is now available. You can find the website at www.evergreenchirout.com. You will notice that you won't see us listed on the first page of the google searches (or other search listings). Since we have a brand new website we have not built the notoriety needed to be listed on the first page, nor have we paid for this service. It is our hope that we can get there soon. This will come with your help. With more "hits"/visits to the website we build more points, listing us closer to the beginning of the list.<br /><br />Hope you all enjoy the new website. Please feel free to comment on the content and structure of the website.Evergreen Chiropractichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00207412181749815511noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872222202969140208.post-20936865824177945992010-03-02T16:44:00.000-08:002010-03-10T16:07:49.569-08:00Exercise in Balance<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwjKbmKVMXzjXuyP5JuxlMtO37LyzkCRUxR-fnsP_rnHJPFzPPzkNNN2t0gofJIAILkyJ99m2u-yGVZlQRaWoOqVt3QUimMCdVz0UepWkdFB2R-r28MancMtqCzGQByf_Sr__oFQEWI5Y/s1600-h/woman-running.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 250px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwjKbmKVMXzjXuyP5JuxlMtO37LyzkCRUxR-fnsP_rnHJPFzPPzkNNN2t0gofJIAILkyJ99m2u-yGVZlQRaWoOqVt3QUimMCdVz0UepWkdFB2R-r28MancMtqCzGQByf_Sr__oFQEWI5Y/s320/woman-running.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444205903836430178" /></a><br /> I recently had the opportunity to read an article regarding a balance in exercise. The author, Gene Kelly, is a life coach and master trainer, and instructor of the Personal Fitness Trainer Program at Bellingham College (Bellingham, WA). The article was titled “Don’t Confuse Efforts with Results”. It came at a great time—I have discussed some of the same points with patients and friends over the past four to five months.<br /> As I was growing up I often heard the phrase “No Pain, No Gain” used in regards to exercise. The truth is that by “push[ing] through the pain” we may be moving past the “productive” barrier into the “counter-productive” realm. There is a difference between a little muscle burn during exercise or muscle ache after exercise and exercising in pain. Exercise in the extreme of pain does not indicate a productive workout. By pushing the limits of the body to the point of pain, the exercise session may result in overtraining. I know that part of the point of exercising/training is to extend the limits of our body’s abilities, but this can be done without painfully breaking the boundaries and being counter-productive with our exercises. Muscles are a fabulously resilient thing, but they still need a recovery phase—they need a chance to rest, to regroup.<br /> Many injuries that I have seen are not likely traced to one incidence, but are more likely the result of repetitive actions. To avoid repetitive movement injuries and overtraining, incorporate variety into your exercise program. Also, it is best to work with a personal trainer (or instructor, depending on the type of exercise—i.e. Yoga) to ensure the use of proper technique and to better gauge your physical limits. If proper techniques are not used, injury is much more likely to ensue. It is much easier for our body to sustain an injury when fatigue sets it.<br /> To create a good balance in an exercise program you should incorporate a variety of exercises. I agree with Mr. Kelly’s suggested exercise methods/categories for optimum fitness and health.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWhlpdgQM8gcRKow6pE1sk5ZaNmj0M4WBq3oqfa5bjKyGY9b8q30aAIaC0ciPxpFwCuc_iwfqaShSZf6d-w0CjpC4l7E91_yihwGrt7hnYbaSbj8YOfhz_FCBouiJi0bAUYPLXkfCFkos/s1600-h/elliptical.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 304px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWhlpdgQM8gcRKow6pE1sk5ZaNmj0M4WBq3oqfa5bjKyGY9b8q30aAIaC0ciPxpFwCuc_iwfqaShSZf6d-w0CjpC4l7E91_yihwGrt7hnYbaSbj8YOfhz_FCBouiJi0bAUYPLXkfCFkos/s320/elliptical.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447157086822227538" /></a>CARDIO/AEROBIC. Respiration brings oxygen to the lungs, where it is transferred to the bloodstream. The heart pumps blood from the lungs to the cells throughout the body—traveling through the Vascular System. At the cells, oxygen exits the “vascular train” to help provide energy to the cells. Meanwhile, toxins and carbon dioxide from metabolic processes get on the “vascular train” and ride the blood cells back to the lungs via the heart and exit through expiration. (Some toxins may leave the body through other means, such as urine.)<br /> You can probably see why strengthening the cardiorespiratory system is important. You, most likely, also know a few means of aerobic conditioning. Walking, running, biking, elliptical, swimming, and cross country skiing are some different exercises that can help aerobic conditioning.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6sJg7VYYRHlzAD8ei55m_FYZozUWM5C00k9RBFULjVaOwSO0tRWwnef_NFSMMKU8MREIJ0p3bVWBy-Vr-BulZlESnlDTnM4NApsvaub8n23YWDJN9fLM0dbQhfaeW8rweSsyVPwkU40E/s1600-h/weight+training.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 212px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6sJg7VYYRHlzAD8ei55m_FYZozUWM5C00k9RBFULjVaOwSO0tRWwnef_NFSMMKU8MREIJ0p3bVWBy-Vr-BulZlESnlDTnM4NApsvaub8n23YWDJN9fLM0dbQhfaeW8rweSsyVPwkU40E/s320/weight+training.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447157651208013058" /></a>STRENGTH. There are different types of muscle tissue with the major muscle groups—fast-twitch for speed, and slow-twitch for endurance. Don’t expect the same recovery time or training to apply to both types. Fast-twitch (Type II) is often trained through high weight/low repetitions with quick movements (as if trying to quickly throw the weight). However, slow-twitch (Type I) is often trained with no-low weights/high repetitions—more common for marathon/triathlon athletes. Neither should be neglected for a balanced workout.<br /> You can use free weights, resistance bands, and body movement exercises (i.e. Push-ups) as forms of strength training. Though machines can target specific muscles/muscle groups, I would recommend the forms suggested. My reason for this is that when using free weights, etc. your body is also exercising smaller postural muscles. These muscles help support the larger muscle groups and strengthen our overall posture during different movements/activities. This is not to say that using machines is bad or should be prohibited—if it is what you can get to, it can still benefit your health.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir273xT5uNH3OombUWyXLa4pbi2w5gRmKTAH1BOeamgQnnZYmV_SyKMiOQ1FT6YcVfHTZ5JeO_P_ReHE8KH6UOgIMGPXaBSkxTwuU6Vmc9KudMfTAukYnRngjkXavc0mCUN_oTTB5rd1Q/s1600-h/stretching.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir273xT5uNH3OombUWyXLa4pbi2w5gRmKTAH1BOeamgQnnZYmV_SyKMiOQ1FT6YcVfHTZ5JeO_P_ReHE8KH6UOgIMGPXaBSkxTwuU6Vmc9KudMfTAukYnRngjkXavc0mCUN_oTTB5rd1Q/s320/stretching.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447158637291139698" /></a>FLEXIBILITY. Every muscle has a contractile potential (the ability to contract and perform work). This contractile potential depends on the muscle’s ability to relax and stretch. Each muscle has an opposing muscle (i.e. Quadriceps and Hamstrings). For one muscle to reach its optimum contractile potential the opposing muscle must be fully relaxed and stretched. A person who is more flexible is less prone to injury during activity.<br /> Stretching should be a daily activity for all—two times per day is recommended. The best time to stretch is immediately following exercise/activity. This is when the muscles are most ready to be stretched and are more likely to retain the stretch. Remember to stretch more than just the major muscles used during the activity—stretch as much as you can. You would be amazed at how many different muscles are being used when you do something as simple as walking. It’s not just the leg muscles.<br /> I usually recommend that each stretch be held for 20-30 seconds with 3 repetitions on each side. Again, stretches should be pe<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNcZAFYXGJZfAjYuMgiKePhiwg9aLodQxLAYGJoY1frtuOpADUW3RxeqZE7gYxURt31s_xP882CQVtV4GLoW6ghhpvJV1QkrguG7c31lwGmrRTueKirfzhGRx-lHiQ_wv-M1pGu7KTvCU/s1600-h/volleyball.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 213px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNcZAFYXGJZfAjYuMgiKePhiwg9aLodQxLAYGJoY1frtuOpADUW3RxeqZE7gYxURt31s_xP882CQVtV4GLoW6ghhpvJV1QkrguG7c31lwGmrRTueKirfzhGRx-lHiQ_wv-M1pGu7KTvCU/s320/volleyball.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447161021965239042" /></a>OTHER ACTIVITY/SPORT. Participate in a sport or activity that you enjoy—one that is challenging and engaging. This will help to keep you motivated, more consistent, and more excited to exercise. I have known many, including myself, who have had trouble staying motivated to exercise because they haven’t incorporated some activity they love into their routine. Not only will you get the benefit of exercise, but you will be enjoying yourself as well. You can choose an activity as simple as hiking to playing tennis, dancing to skating; all that matters is that it is something you enjoy doing.<br /> To get the most out of your workout you should know your Target Heart Rate (THR), or your Target Training Zone. This zone will help you stay between over- and under-exertion during your exercise. You will need to know your age (I am relying on the fact that you are willing to admit your age to yourself) and your resting heart rate (RHR). You can find your RHR by taking your pulse when you first wake up in the morning—it is best to take it three consecutive days and average them (count how many times your heart beats in one minute). Subtract your age from 220 (226 for women) to get your Maximum Heart Rate (MHR). Subtract your RHR from your MHR to get your Heart Rate Reserve (HRR). Multiply your HRR by 60% (.6); add your RHR—do the same with 80% (.8). Round up any numbers with decimal points. This will be your Target Training Zone.<br />220 – 32 (Age) = 188 (MHR) <br />188 – 62 (RHR) = 126 (HRR)<br />126 x .6 = 76 + 62 = 138<br />126 x .8 = 101 + 62 = 163<br />Target Training Zone = 138 – 163 beats per minute<br />A good, balanced program helps to maintain bone density (taking Calcium and Vitamin D are usually not enough) and muscle tissue, decreasing bad cholesterol and increasing good cholesterol, and combating chronic diseases. It may also increase energy levels, promote better sleep, decrease depression/stress, improve mood, and increase brain functionality.<br /> It is important to remember that you should start into an exercise program slowly. Don’t expect to run a half marathon if you haven’t been running much recently. It takes a little time to build the stamina for such things. Neither should you try lifting your maximum repetition from high school if you haven’t been lifting weights for a little while. The same applies to those coming back from an injury—don’t expect to immediately pick up where you left your training. Start small and build up.Evergreen Chiropractichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00207412181749815511noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872222202969140208.post-21434029602201023272009-04-06T16:48:00.001-07:002009-04-06T16:56:12.936-07:00Tension Headaches<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMjig6UM-f9dwRgoz52K92yDE74R3qVfruj1bwGA8tPNuwdKTI8y-c4oBcJhAcaDfnxQ189veW6v79BbRLOWjykiyN-rG6slCJFNC9Y_ZWUCbvhXowQFOszZt1_IBGAI4O-ZRsjOACYbo/s1600-h/Headache.bmp"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 251px; height: 299px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMjig6UM-f9dwRgoz52K92yDE74R3qVfruj1bwGA8tPNuwdKTI8y-c4oBcJhAcaDfnxQ189veW6v79BbRLOWjykiyN-rG6slCJFNC9Y_ZWUCbvhXowQFOszZt1_IBGAI4O-ZRsjOACYbo/s320/Headache.bmp" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5321729845145919538" /></a><br />Do you get headaches? Have you ever asked why you get headaches?<br /><br />Headaches can be caused by a number of things. Listed among these is stress/tension, inflammation of the sinuses, cervical (neck) joint irritation, and arterial dilation. Dehydration, hunger, and straining of the eyes can also cause headaches. Though most headaches are not life threatening, there are some that have a more serious and life threatening nature. These life threatening forms would be caused by encephalitis, brain cancer/tumor, and cerebral aneurysms. I don’t want to focus on the life threatening forms of headaches. Instead I would like to list a few things to look out for. If you notice any of the following symptoms associated with you headache seek medical assistance:<br /> <br />• Stiff neck<br />• Seizures<br />• Confusion/disorientation<br />• Sudden fever<br />• Nausea/Vomiting<br />• Bulging of the Fontanels (soft spots of the head) in infants<br />• Behavioral/Emotional changes<br />• Paralysis on one side of the body<br />• Memory loss<br />• Impaired sense of smell or sight<br />• Impaired motor activity (speech, ability to write, walking, etc)<br />• Sudden change in weight<br />• Drooping eyelid<br />• Enlarged pupil in one eye<br />• Dizziness<br />• Ringing in the ears <br />• Increased/aggravated pain while chewing<br /> <br /><br />I would like to focus on the most common form of headaches—Tension headaches. Tension headaches are often felt on both sides of the head. The pain may begin at the base of the head/neck and spread up and forward. The pain may be dull and feel like a vice squeezing around your head. Tension headaches are due to tightness of musculature of the head/scalp, shoulders, jaw, and/or neck, which may be pain directly where the muscle is or referred to areas of the head. Some common muscles to cause tension headaches include the Suboccipital muscle group, Trapezius, Levator Scapulae, and muscles surrounding the jaw. The muscle contraction/tightness may be related to stress, poor posture, cold temperatures, sustained abnormal positions, overexertion, or clenching or grinding your teeth. Tight muscles may be found to hold Myofascial Trigger Points (MFTP), or “knots”. These tight muscles and MFTP can cause pain not only to the neck, but the pain may radiate to the head.<br /><br />For those who may have helped someone move (whether it be yourself or someone else), you know that it is easier to carry a box held closely to your body. When the box is held away from the body it appears to be heavier. The same applies to our posture. When we work at a desk we, generally, tend to lean forward. Our head is no longer directly above our shoulders, but placed in front of them. We have moved our head’s center of gravity in front of the pedestal it rests on. The muscles of our posterior neck, or back of our neck, have to work harder to hold our head upright. The result is tighter muscles and, possibly, MFTPs. Stress can also cause muscles to tighten, with or without MFTPs. From my experience, many people appear to “carry” their stress in the upper back, shoulders, and neck. If we do not have an appropriate outlet for stress its energy has to go somewhere. A common place is the muscles. We may also create a tightness of the muscles. For example, a boy who is having trouble breathing, maybe from asthma, may struggle to inhale and exhale. His body may respond by raising his shoulders to help expand the lungs. The boy is often unaware of the fact that his body is trying to help him breath in this way. If this continues the muscles raising the shoulders will hold the some of the tension, or contracted state, they used to help open his airway. This also happens when you sleep in an abnormal position for an extended period. The muscle is in a shortened position for that extended period of time and remains in that shortened state. When you wake up you may not be able to turn your head without pain.<br /><br />To rid yourself of the pain of tension headaches you can do a number of things. The obvious suggestions would include talking to your doctor (if this is a medical doctor he/she will likely recommend taking an over-the-counter pain medication such as Ibuprofen or Tylenol). You may have already tried taking the pain medications, but noticed that you still get headaches. If you want to reduce the amount of headaches, and possibly get rid of them, you will need to take a more active role. This may include seeing a chiropractor and/or a massage therapist. Since I am a chiropractor, I will focus on what a chiropractor can do to help. A chiropractor will likely adjust the joints of your spine, including your neck. By improving the mobility of the spine your body can heal more efficiently. By allowing the nerves to properly transmit information, the body will be able to send the healing nutrients to the injured areas. He/she may also perform some trigger point therapy by applying pressure to the MFTP. The chiropractor will also likely give you stretches and exercises to do at home. Since the muscles are tightened and shortened, they need to be elongated to a more correct length. Electrotherapies may also help, with the assistance of heat. Electric stimulation, such as interferrential current (IFC), and heat will increase the blood flow to the affected area. This promotes healing by allowing the nutrients necessary for healing to be delivered by the blood and removing any inflammation that may be present. IFC can also perform a temporary “pain block”, achieved in one of two ways—1) stimulating local nerve cells and blocking the transmission of pain stimuli, or 2) stimulating the release of endorphins.<br /><br />If you suffer from headaches, or know someone that does, refer them to a chiropractor. We at Evergreen Chiropractic are always ready, and willing, to help.Evergreen Chiropractichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00207412181749815511noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872222202969140208.post-11814348318155746002009-02-05T05:30:00.000-08:002009-02-05T05:46:45.062-08:00Jerry Rice to Endorse Chiropractic<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZHeZkVIj3_qNxLOkCbvsDKic0TLmUbQYpHOBfMk12a5SsVU382wYDjSNbotg2JBJaMp64wtrvzFgC8kYumXJ0NLs5SFYftNVQ09vM9uoQfoq2zY2l8NMa6BABuabJQDV57YUThyphenhyphen3vgZ4/s1600-h/Jerry+Rice+catch.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 261px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZHeZkVIj3_qNxLOkCbvsDKic0TLmUbQYpHOBfMk12a5SsVU382wYDjSNbotg2JBJaMp64wtrvzFgC8kYumXJ0NLs5SFYftNVQ09vM9uoQfoq2zY2l8NMa6BABuabJQDV57YUThyphenhyphen3vgZ4/s320/Jerry+Rice+catch.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5299307748506380978" /></a><br /> A new spokesperson has been named to help promote and educate the general public about chiropractic. On January 12, 2009 the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress, a non-profit organization dedicated to raising public awareness of chiropractic, announced that Jerry Rice will be the spokesperson on behalf of chiropractic.<br /> Rice, a future NFL Hall-of-Fame recipient, has three Super Bowl rings, holds 38 career records, and was a 13-time Pro Bowl football player. He spent the majority of his career playing for the San Francisco 49ers, though he played for both the Oakland Raiders and the Seattle Seahawks before retiring. He also showed his abilities off the field when he tackled the challenge of competing for the “Dancing with the Stars” trophy.<br /> “Chiropractic care has been instrumental in my life, both on and off the field, and I am excited to share this with the American public,” Rice says. “I have been blessed with a long and healthy career as a professional athlete, and as I move forward into the next stage of my life, chiropractic care will continue to be an important part of my game plan.”<br /> Jerry will testify to how chiropractic helped make him one of the most outstanding receivers in NFL history, how it has impacted his life during his retirement, and how it helped become a finalist on “Dancing with the Stars”.<br />Full page ads bearing Jerry Rice’s testimonials will be seen in the December 15 issue of ESPN Magazine, currently in the Jan/Feb issue of Woman’s Health, the January 14 issue of Sports Illustrated, the February issue of Men’s Fitness, and in the January 16-17 issue of USA today.<br /> “Jerry Rice understands what it takes to maintain a healthy body,” says Kent S. Greenawalt, president of the Foundation. “His personal message of how chiropractic played an important role in his ability to maintain a long and successful carrier in football will be well received by the consumer public, and remains an important part of his game plan for a healthy life.”<br /> If you would like to join in the cause and help Jerry Rice and the Foundation continue to build this campaign to make more people aware of the benefits of chiropractic you can make a pledge/donation by visiting www.f4cp.org or mailing your contribution to Foundation for Chiropractic Progress, P.O. Box 560, Carmichael, California 95609-0560. Every dollar received from donors goes directly to the advertising/public relations campaign.Evergreen Chiropractichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00207412181749815511noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872222202969140208.post-10322072543629958182009-01-19T13:44:00.000-08:002009-01-19T14:04:22.732-08:00Are you ready to shovel snow?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVVIkaUWEF74NJS1AZF5ZfHCkJJ1JlpjqHCS0oixurmER2_T_rh2OYPoWQF-9FrUQxeMWh9aoTvY63nH5M_d2wkhQZKbIQrbBMC2rx72CdA0qlFqqXSElQ1jRojMhLBJ6Kz3JiuTkb-mA/s1600-h/snow+shovel.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293127776364521314" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 253px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVVIkaUWEF74NJS1AZF5ZfHCkJJ1JlpjqHCS0oixurmER2_T_rh2OYPoWQF-9FrUQxeMWh9aoTvY63nH5M_d2wkhQZKbIQrbBMC2rx72CdA0qlFqqXSElQ1jRojMhLBJ6Kz3JiuTkb-mA/s320/snow+shovel.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>The snow has fallen—rather heavily. Many people may have experienced a bit of pain after shoveling the snow. Most of us don’t prepare our bodies for the winter sport of snow shoveling. Much like athletic sports or exercise, our bodies need to be conditioned and ready for the aerobic activity known as “snow shoveling”. If our body is not ready for this chore then we might experience muscle spasms, sprains, strains, and other back injuries.<br /><br />There is never a better time to start preparing than right now. Here are some tips that will help you continue through the remainder of this season and get you ready for next year.<br /><br />1. <strong><em>Exercise</em></strong>—begin now to get your body ready for the physical demands that snow shoveling requires. Continue that exercise program throughout the year.<br />2. <strong><em>Give yourself time</em></strong>—by listening to weather forecasts you can plan to rise early and have time shovel before leaving for work. By rushing you are positioning yourself for an injury. If you shovel when there is less snow it takes less time and is less hard on your body.<br />3. <strong><em>Warm-up</em></strong>—warm muscles are more ready for exercise and activity and are less likely to sustain injuries. By doing jumping jacks, marching in place, etc. and stretching before going out to shovel will help prepare your body.<br />4. <strong><em>Wear appropriate clothing</em></strong>—wearing layers allows you to take off what you may need as your body warms up. Wearing a hat and gloves will help to conserve heat. By wearing a scarf or mask you will also help conserve heat by not breathing in cold air.<br />5. <strong><em>Push rather than lift</em></strong>—when possible push the snow straight ahead of you. Lifting increases the possibility of injury. If you do lift it, don’t throw it. Instead walk it to the snow bank. Try to avoid twisting and turning motions. When lifting use your legs by bending your knees. Allow your arms and legs to do the work, not your back.<br />6. <strong><em>Use and ergonomic shovel</em></strong>—this will reduce the risk of injury.<br />7. <strong><em>Take frequent breaks</em></strong>—this will take some of the strain off your muscles. When your body is fatigued it is only inviting injury.<br />8. <strong><em>Pay attention to your body’s communication</em></strong>—be aware of signs that your body has had enough. If you begin to feel chest pain, get excessively tired, or have shortness of breath, you may need professional care. If you begin to feel sore after shoveling, apply ice to the affected area for 20 minutes, then remove it for a full 60 minutes. Repeat as often as you may need for the next couple of days. By taking 1000 mg of vitamin C before shoveling you may reduce the amount of muscle soreness felt.<br /><br /><br /><br />Of course, the best way to remove snow with less risk of injury is by using a snow blower. Thank heavens for modern technology.</div>Evergreen Chiropractichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00207412181749815511noreply@blogger.com0