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EVERYTHING You Know About Stretching Is Wrong

January 11, 2021
EVERYTHING You Know About Stretching Is Wrong

Quite a stretch: Stretching myths debunked! There are lots of reasons people stretch: because it’s part of your pre-workout warmup, because it feels good, and because we believe that it prevents and helps fix athletic injuries. But most of what we think we know about stretching, and what we use it for, is based on […]

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5 Resolutions We Should All Be Making For Our Physical & Mental Health In 2021

January 4, 2021
5 Resolutions We Should All Be Making For Our Physical & Mental Health In 2021

Here’s How To Start the New Year Off Right! The Year-That-Must-Not-Be-Named is finally over. A worldwide pandemic. Racial injustice. The stock market crash. Billions of people radically changing the way they work and socialize. It was, by almost any measure, a terrible year, and I’m pretty sure everyone feels the same way about 2020 as […]

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Don’t Have Time For A Full Workout? Try Exercise “Snacks” Instead

December 28, 20201
Don’t Have Time For A Full Workout? Try Exercise “Snacks” Instead

Exercise doesn’t have to be all-or-nothing. If you don’t have the time or space to get a full workout in (or if you’re just not comfortable going back to the gym yet), welcome to the club. Just like almost everything else in 2020, we’re all finding new ways to make our lives and bodies work […]

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Use Acupressure to Clear Congested Sinuses in 30 Seconds

December 21, 20202
Use Acupressure to Clear Congested Sinuses in 30 Seconds

Stuffy sinuses are no fun. Especially in 2020, where every sniffle is another round of “is it Covid or just allergies?” Mainstream medicine usually takes the medication approach to sinus congestion, but decongestant drugs almost always come with some not-so-desirable side effects. Thankfully, there are some clever old-school acupressure tricks to help clear your clogged […]

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Cortisone Steroid Injections: Can They Actually Make Things Worse?!

December 14, 2020
Cortisone Steroid Injections: Can They Actually Make Things Worse?!

Cortisone Shots: The good, the bad and the ugly. Cortisone has been one of the most commonly-prescribed treatments for joint and tendon injuries, as well as for the pain caused by osteoarthritis, since it was developed in the 1940’s. It’s no surprise why: corticosteroid injections are often more effective than any pill, and can provide […]

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The Best Social-Distanced 2020 Holiday Events in Southeastern Wisconsin

December 7, 20202
The Best Social-Distanced 2020 Holiday Events in Southeastern Wisconsin

Get out of the house & celebrate the holidays! Amid the current global health crisis, the list of activities to spend time with friends and family right now is a little more limited than usual. But while the covid pandemic may have stopped a lot of things, it can’t stop the holidays – there are […]

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Honey Relieves Cold Symptoms Better Than Antibiotics & OTC Medications [Study]

November 30, 2020
Honey Relieves Cold Symptoms Better Than Antibiotics & OTC Medications [Study]

Honey: A natural remedy for the common cold. Temperatures in Wisconsin are dropping, and that means one thing – cold season is here. But before you head to the pharmacy for that stuffy nose, new research suggests that if you have an upper respiratory tract infection, honey might be even more effective at relieving your […]

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Life Pro Tip: Keep Your Wallet Out Of Your Back Pocket To Avoid Back Pain

November 23, 20201
Life Pro Tip: Keep Your Wallet Out Of Your Back Pocket To Avoid Back Pain

A big wallet can cause big back problems! When it comes to your wallet, size matters. In fact, carrying a thick wallet in your back pocket can cause just as much trouble for your spine and pelvis as walking around with one shoe on and one shoe off.

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COVID-19: Can Melatonin Help Protect Against Coronavirus? [Study]

November 16, 20201
COVID-19: Can Melatonin Help Protect Against Coronavirus? [Study]

New research shows sleep aid supplement can reduce COVID risk by 30%. This week Wisconsin’s new COVID-19 cases surpassed the numbers posted by New York at the height of the spring outbreak, and the surge here continues to accelerate at an alarming rate. Since the beginning of September the daily average has risen more than […]

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A Comprehensive, Evidence-Based Guide To the New Science of Treating Low Back Pain

November 9, 20205
A Comprehensive, Evidence-Based Guide To the New Science of Treating Low Back Pain

Mainstream medicine has failed people with low back pain. Low back pain is one of the top reasons people seek medical care in the US – it’s certainly the most common reason patients seek us out at Ascent Chiropractic – and it affects a whopping 29% of adult Americans. It’s also the leading reason for […]

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Does Caffeine Help Relieve Headaches?

November 2, 2020
Does Caffeine Help Relieve Headaches?

Caffeine can relieve migraine headaches, but there’s a catch. The relationship between caffeine and headaches is complicated. The truth is that caffeine can be both a trigger and remedy for headaches, depending on how much and how frequently you consume it.

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5 Ways To Optimize Your Workspace Ergonomics – Whether At Home Or At The Office

October 26, 20201
5 Ways To Optimize Your Workspace Ergonomics – Whether At Home Or At The Office

At home or the office, ergonomics matter! If you spend most of your day sitting at a desk, chances are you know how awful your back, wrists and shoulders feel at the end of the day. This is even more true if you’re like millions of people around the world who’ve had to learn how […]

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Is Your Bra Causing Your Back Pain?

October 19, 20201
Is Your Bra Causing Your Back Pain?

Full disclosure: This post was 100% my wife’s idea. With many women now in the full swing of working from their kitchen tables and couches, there’s been much talk among the fairer sex about the new lack of requirement to – ahem – put on a bra. For millions of women still working from home […]

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6 Shoe Lacing Hacks To Fix Foot Pain & Make Your Running Shoes More Comfortable

October 12, 20202
6 Shoe Lacing Hacks To Fix Foot Pain & Make Your Running Shoes More Comfortable

Sometimes your feet need a little extra customization. Chances are, when you take a fresh new pair of shoes out of the box, you don’t think too much about the laces. And that’s fair: regularly-laced shoes usually do a fine job of keeping your feet secure. But for certain people, some simple lacing tricks to […]

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Hike Somewhere New: The Best Trails in Southeastern Wisconsin to Explore This Fall

October 5, 20201
Hike Somewhere New: The Best Trails in Southeastern Wisconsin to Explore This Fall

Fall is hiking time in Wisconsin. Low humidity, mild temperatures and bright, vibrant colors. It’s no longer blazing hot, so the whole day is open for runs and walks and not just the hours around dusk and dawn.

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The New Research You NEED To Know To Stay Healthy During The COVID-19 Second Wave

September 28, 20204
The New Research You NEED To Know To Stay Healthy During The COVID-19 Second Wave

Wisconsin is on the brink of a major outbreak. In the past week, Wisconsin has crashed through its own coronavirus records, reporting more cases and more COVID-19 hospitalizations than it has at any time since the pandemic began. It now ranks among the top states in new cases per capita. So as Wisconsin – and […]

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The 8 Best Yoga Poses For Low Back Pain Relief

September 21, 20202
The 8 Best Yoga Poses For Low Back Pain Relief

Suffering from low back pain? You’re not alone. 26 million Americans live with daily low back pain, and hip pain isn’t usually far behind. A lot of that can be traced back to the amount of time Americans spend sitting on our butts all day. In fact, 54% of low back pain cases can be […]

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Can A Chiropractor Help Fix Scoliosis?

September 14, 2020
Can A Chiropractor Help Fix Scoliosis?

What can a chiropractor do … for scoliosis? It’s a common question from patients at Ascent Chiropractic. Most assume you can simply make an appointment at any chiropractor for any kind of back problem, even for complicated conditions. But that’s not the case when it comes to scoliosis.

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No Meds For Back Pain, Says New American College of Physicians Guidelines

September 8, 2020
No Meds For Back Pain, Says New American College of Physicians Guidelines

Skip the meds – try chiropractic first. Low back pain – one of the top reasons for visits to the doctor’s office – is best treated with alternative, natural therapies, according to updated guidelines from the American College of Physicians. Opioids are one of the most commonly prescribed medications for pain relief. But they’re also […]

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The BEST Spinal Decompression Stretch You’ve Never Tried!

August 31, 20202
The BEST Spinal Decompression Stretch You’ve Never Tried!

Whether you realize it or not, your spine is constantly being compressed. Whether it’s sitting at a desk for 8 hours or lifting heavy weights at the gym, most of us spend a lot of time compressing our spine every day. These compressive forces conspire to throw our spines out of balance and lead to […]

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Hydration: How Much Water Do You Really Need Every Day?

August 24, 202017
Hydration: How Much Water Do You Really Need Every Day?

Staying hydrated is essential for good health. After all, your body is about 60% water, and all your cells and organs depend on water to function properly. So how much do you really need to be drinking? It’s a simple question but unfortunately, no single amount fits everyone perfectly. Your individual water needs depend on […]

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STRESSED OUT: Politics Are (Literally) Making Us Sick

August 17, 2020
STRESSED OUT: Politics Are (Literally) Making Us Sick

Warning: Politics Are Bad For Your Health! The constant stream of political news these days is nearly impossible to escape. And it’s about to become even more unavoidable for those of us in the Milwaukee area when the (thankfully scaled-back) Democratic National Convention comes to town this week. But the dark political cloud hanging over […]

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6 Back Pain Myths – BUSTED!

August 10, 2020
6 Back Pain Myths – BUSTED!

Let’s get the facts straight about back pain! Despite billions being spent, and millions of patients being prescribed opiates or surgery every year, back pain remains the world’s leading cause of disability. However, much of what people think is common knowledge about back pain may actually be making things worse. Misinformation about back problems abounds. […]

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#*&%! Studies Show Swearing During Your Workout Boosts Strength & Performance

August 3, 20201
#*&%! Studies Show Swearing During Your Workout Boosts Strength & Performance

Can swearing at the gym make you stronger? Anyone who’s ever really pushed themselves to run farther, lift heavier weights, or spin faster knows that intense exercise can cause even the most reserved gym-goer to unconsciously mutter expletives. And if you don’t typically cuss when you’re working out, you may want to try it: New […]

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From Text Neck To Nintendo Thumb: 5 Injuries For The Modern Era

July 27, 2020
From Text Neck To Nintendo Thumb: 5 Injuries For The Modern Era

WhatsAppitis. Selfie elbow. iPad Shoulder. They’re all injuries caused by our hapless addiction to hand-held technology. We see patients every day at Ascent Chiropractic with repetitive stress injuries due to gadget overuse, so if you’re being affected by these modern-day ailments, don’t worry – you’re not alone!

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No Pain, No Problem? Why You Should See A Chiropractor Even If You Don’t Have Back Pain

July 20, 20201
No Pain, No Problem? Why You Should See A Chiropractor Even If You Don’t Have Back Pain

Not just pain relief – it’s pain prevention! Most patients at Ascent Chiropractic only make that first call when their back pain or neck pain is at a place where it’s seriously affecting their daily lives. They’re usually under the assumption that if they don’t feel any pain that there’s nothing wrong with them – […]

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What Is RockTape & How Can It Help You?

July 13, 2020
What Is RockTape & How Can It Help You?

RockTape: Go Stronger, Longer! If you’re a patient at Ascent Chiropractic in Brookfield, there’s a good chance you’ve been taped up with RockTape at some point. So what exactly is the deal with RockTape? Does it actually accomplish anything?

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Foot Pain: Here’s Why You Should Skip Cheap Flip-Flops This Summer

July 6, 20201
Foot Pain: Here’s Why You Should Skip Cheap Flip-Flops This Summer

Why Flip-Flops Hurt Your Feet! After a long winter (and in Wisconsin, spring and fall) of wearing wool socks and clunky boots, it can be tempting to replace your entire shoe rack with flip-flops as soon as the weather turns hot. But before setting your toes free, it’s wise to consider the impact your footwear […]

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Get Moving Again – A Sedentary Lifestyle Is More Harmful Than You Think

June 29, 2020
Get Moving Again – A Sedentary Lifestyle Is More Harmful Than You Think

It’s Time To Get Off The Couch! This year will certainly be remembered for a lot of things, but 2020 will probably also go down as the year of the couch potato. Being sedentary goes hand in hand with staying indoors. There’s probably never been more opportunity to stay at home and binge television series […]

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Are Sit Ups Causing Your Lower Back Pain? Why the Army, Navy & Marines Are Ditching Sit Ups

June 22, 2020
Are Sit Ups Causing Your Lower Back Pain? Why the Army, Navy & Marines Are Ditching Sit Ups

Are Sit Ups Bad For Your Back? The US Army recently nixed sit ups when they updated their physical readiness tests, and the Navy and Marines are set to do the same this summer. They’re all finally following what fitness researchers (and your chiropractor) have been saying for years: sit ups, V-ups, and the like […]

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TMJ Pain? The Best TMJ Exercises To Fix Jaw Pain & Clicking

June 15, 20203
TMJ Pain? The Best TMJ Exercises To Fix Jaw Pain & Clicking

Does your jaw click? At Ascent Chiropractic, we see a lot of patients with TMJ problems. It’s not exactly an uncommon condition – 12% of Americans suffer from chronic TMJ syndrome pain (also known as TMD). TMJ syndrome happens when the temporomandibular (jaw) joints aren’t working correctly. Sometimes this leads to a dull painful ache […]

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Painful Wrists? Do These Wrist Exercises For Better Strength & Flexibility

June 8, 20201
Painful Wrists? Do These Wrist Exercises For Better Strength & Flexibility

Fitness Fix: Help for Weak Wrists! Maybe you’re recovering from an athletic injury, or you’re finding you need to end push-up sets early to shake out your wrists. Or maybe your wrists are screaming from long days spent at your computer or even just holding onto a squirming baby for hours at a time. Whatever […]

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Can A Chiropractor Help Occipital Neuralgia?

June 1, 20201
Can A Chiropractor Help Occipital Neuralgia?

When it feels like a headache – but isn’t! At Ascent Chiropractic, it’s often the case with rare conditions that when it rains, it pours. We see new patients with back pain, neck pain, tension and migraine headaches, shoulder pain and knee and ankle injuries walk into our office literally every day. But then we’ll […]

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The 6 Best Exercises for Better Mobility

May 25, 20205
The 6 Best Exercises for Better Mobility

Get moving with these moves! At Ascent Chiropractic, we see athletes every day ranging from pro cyclists to kayakers to powerlifters. And while, yes, they’re often here for relief from the back pain & neck pain the rest of us experience, they also come to us to help improve their natural mobility. I’m constantly preaching […]

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Our 10 Best Tips To Fix Bad Posture

May 18, 20203
Our 10 Best Tips To Fix Bad Posture

Good posture – just how important is it? When it comes to taking care of your body, good posture ranks right up there with exercise, eating healthy, and sleeping right. Having good posture not only looks better, but how we sit, stand and walk can have a huge effect on our day-to-day health and mood. […]

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Why Do You Get Sore After Workouts? The Science of DOMS

May 11, 2020
Why Do You Get Sore After Workouts? The Science of DOMS

No pain, no gain? We’ve all experienced that day-or-two-after-a-workout agony – the kind where just getting out of your car or wobbling up the stairs makes you feel like you’re 95 years old. It’s called delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), and if you’ve been in the gym enough you’re probably not a stranger to it. […]

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8 Reasons NOT To See A Chiropractor

May 4, 20201
8 Reasons NOT To See A Chiropractor

Need some excuses to not see a chiropractor? If you’ve visited our Facebook or Google pages lately, you’ve probably seen Ascent patients talking about all the benefits of getting regular chiropractic care. However, there are some people who just won’t be convinced, so if you’re looking for reasons not to see a chiropractor, here are […]

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How To Get Rid of Sciatica, Hip & Lower Back Pain with Piriformis Stretches

April 27, 20203
How To Get Rid of Sciatica, Hip & Lower Back Pain with Piriformis Stretches

7 piriformis stretches to relieve sciatica fast! One of the the most common problems I see at Ascent Chiropractic every week is sciatica – low back pain that spreads down to the legs and feet. While there are several potential causes of inflammation of the sciatic nerve, one common cause is something called piriformis syndrome. […]

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How To Fix Tennis Elbow & Golfer’s Elbow

April 20, 202012
How To Fix Tennis Elbow & Golfer’s Elbow

They’re a giant pain in the, well, elbow. And you don’t even have to have ever stepped foot on a tennis court or golf course. Golfer’s and tennis elbow, or medial and lateral epicondylitis, are naggingly painful inflammatory conditions that are named for the repetitive movement patterns and loading of the forearm musculature required by […]

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New Study Shows Seeing A Chiropractor Can Reduce Headaches By Almost 60%

April 13, 20202
New Study Shows Seeing A Chiropractor Can Reduce Headaches By Almost 60%

Headaches aren’t normal! Waking up with a headache or consistently getting one by the end of work each day is not fun (or normal). Headaches can be caused by a variety of factors, none of which are a shortage of medication in your body! As a matter of fact, if you have been relying on […]

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5 Mind-Blowing Things You (Legitimately) Didn’t Know About Your Body

April 6, 20201
5 Mind-Blowing Things You (Legitimately) Didn’t Know About Your Body

It’s not always easy to love your body. But let’s face it, your body really is amazing. We often take it for granted, but the fact that we have 37 trillion cells working together in intricate coordination to keep us alive is truly spectacular. At Ascent Chiropractic in Brookfield WI, our goal is to make […]

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Quarantine Home Workouts: Moving Your Workouts From The Gym To The Living Room

March 30, 20202
Quarantine Home Workouts: Moving Your Workouts From The Gym To The Living Room

Gym closed? Here’s how to avoid the #Quarantine15. Let’s be honest, the majority of Americans are going to come out of this quarantine in one of two ways: super fit because they’ve had nothing to do but workout for weeks or in dire need of a diet and serious chiropractic care because they rarely left […]

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Coronavirus: How To (Actually) Boost Your Immune System

March 16, 202016
Coronavirus: How To (Actually) Boost Your Immune System

Immune Boosters: What actually works? As the coronavirus continues to spread across the country, confusion and misconceptions about what can protect you are becoming as contagious as the virus. Are there foods to boost your immune system? Will vitamins help? It was all my patients at Ascent Chiropractic could talk about last week, and I’m […]

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Kinesio Taping: What Is It And What’s The Hype About?

March 2, 20204
Kinesio Taping: What Is It And What’s The Hype About?

What Is Kinesio Tape? In his book Every Second Counts, Lance Armstrong writes “The team wasn’t just riders. It was mechanics, masseurs, and doctors. But the most important man on the team may have been the chiropractor. I could not have won without my chiropractor’s help”. He goes on to describe how, while on tour, […]

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7 Surprising Chiropractic Fixes

February 24, 20201
7 Surprising Chiropractic Fixes

7 Things You Didn’t Know Chiropractic Could Help! It’s no secret that back pain and neck pain are (by far) the most common reasons patients come into Ascent Chiropractic. But whether you’re an elite athlete or just looking to live your best life, research has shown there’s a wealth of additional health benefits you probably […]

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Should You Use Ice or Heat For That Pain?

February 17, 2020
Should You Use Ice or Heat For That Pain?

When to use ice? When to use heat? From a soothing hot water bottle to a bag of frozen peas, most of us have turned to heat or ice at some point to help relieve pain. But when something hurts, choosing the right one means faster relief of soreness, stiffness, swelling and inflammation, while choosing […]

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Building a Better Butt: Upgrading Your Glute Workouts

February 10, 2020
Building a Better Butt: Upgrading Your Glute Workouts

“Work your glutes!” If you’ve ever been treated for low back, sacroiliac or pelvic problems at Ascent Chiropractic, you’re probably sick of hearing me talk about the importance of glute strength.

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New Parent Lifehack: How To Carry a Baby Car Seat Without Causing Back & Shoulder Pain

February 3, 20205
New Parent Lifehack: How To Carry a Baby Car Seat Without Causing Back & Shoulder Pain

Are you carrying your baby’s car seat correctly? Lugging around a baby in a car seat is a pain – they’re heavy and awkward, and it’s surprisingly common to see new parents come into my office with shoulder and upper back problems as a result. You can try to hold it in front of you […]

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Why Do We Use Foot Levelers Custom Orthotics?

January 27, 20203
Why Do We Use Foot Levelers Custom Orthotics?

“Foot Levelers are literally the best purchase I’ve ever made!” That’s something a patient told me last week about his Foot Levelers custom orthotics. It’s not the first time, and there’s a reason they’re the only orthotics maker I trust for my patients.

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Q & A: What Actually Happens When You “Sleep Wrong” And Wake Up With A Kink In Your Neck?

January 20, 2020
Q & A: What Actually Happens When You “Sleep Wrong” And Wake Up With A Kink In Your Neck?

So you woke up and suddenly can’t move your neck? Sound familiar? I had a patient who was home from college on break call in last week because she had woken up that morning with severe neck pain. She had experienced literally zero neck problems since her last adjustment 6 months ago, and as an […]

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Research Shows For Neck Pain, Chiropractic & Exercise Are Better Than Drugs

January 13, 2020
Research Shows For Neck Pain, Chiropractic & Exercise Are Better Than Drugs

Stiff neck? With so many of us staring at our computer screens or stuck looking down at our phones for hours on end, it’s no wonder that the CDC reports that nearly 20% of Americans have complained of neck pain within the past three months.

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Epley’s Maneuver: An Easy At-Home Fix For Positional Vertigo

January 6, 20201
Epley’s Maneuver: An Easy At-Home Fix For Positional Vertigo

Feeling dizzy? You get out of bed and it feels as if the whole room is spinning, day after day. That’s what life can be like for people with benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, more commonly referred to as positional vertigo. It’s a condition I see and treat at least weekly at Ascent Chiropractic.

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New Year, New You! 10 Research-Backed Tips To Smash It In 2020

December 30, 20192
New Year, New You! 10 Research-Backed Tips To Smash It In 2020

From all of us at Ascent – we’re proud of you. Whether you’re a patient at Ascent Chiropractic in Brookfield, a newsletter subscriber, or are simply one of the thousands who read this blog online every week, we want to give a shout out to everyone making progress that no one else recognizes. You’ve been […]

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The Research On Chiropractic Maintenance Care – How Often Should You See A Chiropractor For Optimal Spinal Health?

December 23, 2019
The Research On Chiropractic Maintenance Care – How Often Should You See A Chiropractor For Optimal Spinal Health?

What the science says about regular chiropractic care – even if you’re not in pain! It’s no surprise that most of the patients I see at Ascent Chiropractic come in because they’re in pain, and their main priority is getting back to feeling good.

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Here’s How The Hypervolt Relaxes Muscles & Boosts Recovery [Special Pricing At Ascent Chiropractic!]

December 17, 20192
Here’s How The Hypervolt Relaxes Muscles & Boosts Recovery [Special Pricing At Ascent Chiropractic!]

The Hyperice Hypervolt – Now At Ascent Chiropractic! It’s no secret that my patients love the Hypervolt – it may just be the best method of relaxing tight muscles before an adjustment or recovering from a tough workout.

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Can A Chiropractor Fix Plantar Fasciitis?

December 9, 20192
Can A Chiropractor Fix Plantar Fasciitis?

What is plantar fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the thick band of soft tissue on the bottom of your foot known as the plantar fascia. Also known as “heel pain syndrome” (some super creative naming going on there), plantar fasciitis is by far the most common foot problem I see at Ascent Chiropractic in […]

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6 Research-Backed Ways To Get Better Quality Sleep

November 18, 20191
6 Research-Backed Ways To Get Better Quality Sleep

Improving sleep quality – naturally! If you’re someone who can’t ever seem to get a good night’s sleep, you’re not alone (shout out to the new parents out there – we’ll commiserate together).

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Cardio Before Or After Weightlifting? Here’s What The Science Says

November 11, 20192
Cardio Before Or After Weightlifting? Here’s What The Science Says

Workouts: Should You Lift or Do Cardio First? I get it: we’re all insanely busy and it’s a miracle that we can get to the gym at all. So when we work out, most of us try to get in both strength training and cardio exercise in a single session. But should you do weights […]

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Chiropractic in the MLB: Nationals’ Max Scherzer Credits His Chiropractor After Pitching World Series

November 4, 20192
Chiropractic in the MLB: Nationals’ Max Scherzer Credits His Chiropractor After Pitching World Series

Big League Chiropractic Care The 2010’s have been a decade of extraordinary achievement for Max Scherzer of the Washington Nationals: He has more wins and strikeouts this decade than any other pitcher in the majors, plus three Cy Young Awards. So what happens when one of the most durable pitchers in baseball wakes up the […]

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Patrick Mahomes & What Being “Double-Jointed” Really Means

October 28, 20192
Patrick Mahomes & What Being “Double-Jointed” Really Means

What does being ‘double-jointed’ mean? When superstar Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes went down with a patella (knee cap) dislocation following a QB sneak two weeks ago, it looked like a major setback to the dynamic playmaker’s repeat-MVP campaign.

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Bad Health Choices? Here’s To A Happy Mulligan Day

October 21, 2019
Bad Health Choices? Here’s To A Happy Mulligan Day

What the heck is Mulligan Day? That workout routine you let lapse, the chinchilla you brought home in high school, basically everything you did in your early 20’s – all of us have made decisions we regret. That’s why National Mulligan Day, celebrated in mid-October, is the perfect time for a do-over, especially when it […]

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How To Boost Your Immune System During Cold & Flu Season: Airborne & Emergen-C Are Out, This Is In [Research]

October 7, 20197
How To Boost Your Immune System During Cold & Flu Season: Airborne & Emergen-C Are Out, This Is In [Research]

What Actually Works and What’s Just Hype? If you’ve walked through the aisles of any health food store lately, you’ve no doubt seen the shelves upon shelves of supplements that promise to boost, tune, support or enhance your immune system. Every new-age health blog is starting their yearly deluge of articles explaining how drinking hot […]

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The Webster Technique & Pregnancy: Helping Correct Breech Positioning Naturally

September 30, 20191
The Webster Technique & Pregnancy: Helping Correct Breech Positioning Naturally

“The baby is head-down! Thank Dr. Grant for helping us!” That was the text message we got last week from a patient right after a follow-up ultrasound confirmed her baby was no longer in breech position. She’d been told by her OBGYN that she had three weeks to get her breech-positioned baby to flip on […]

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The Best Exercise For Shoulder Health That You Should Be Doing (But Probably Aren’t)

September 23, 201914
The Best Exercise For Shoulder Health That You Should Be Doing (But Probably Aren’t)

Fix your posture, grow your delts & heal your shoulders! What the heck are face pulls? If you’ve ever been treated for a shoulder injury at Ascent Chiropractic there’s a good chance you know all about them. But if you’ve never done them before, face pulls just might be one of the best-kept workout secrets.

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Fall 2019 Research Roundup: 6 Groundbreaking Health Studies You Can Use This Week!

September 16, 20195
Fall 2019 Research Roundup: 6 Groundbreaking Health Studies You Can Use This Week!

Be Smarter About Your Health In 10 Minutes! 1. Lifting To Failure Is Actually Counterproductive No pain, no gain. Sweat is weakness leaving the body. We’ve all heard the mantras, but while they might help you push through the last reps of a shake-inducing set, new research from Strength & Conditioning Journal suggests we shouldn’t […]

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The Top 5 Science-Proven Benefits of Chiropractic Care

September 9, 2019
The Top 5 Science-Proven Benefits of Chiropractic Care

It’s Not Just Low Back Pain Relief! Whether you are an elite athlete, weekend warrior, battling back from an injury, or just looking to live your best life – research has shown that chiropractic care provides a wealth of benefits that can improve your quality of life.

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Does Cracking Your Joints Cause Arthritis?

September 4, 20193
Does Cracking Your Joints Cause Arthritis?

Is it ok to crack your joints? Say you’ve been working at your computer for a while and you’re feeling a little stiff. So you roll your head around until you get a satisfying “pop!”, your neck feels a bit looser, and you get back to work. Only to realize that you need to do […]

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Introducing The Ascent Gym Fundamentals Workout Programs

August 19, 20191
Introducing The Ascent Gym Fundamentals Workout Programs

Gym Fundamentals: Do You Have A Plan? At Ascent Chiropractic, we’re serious about the belief that everyone can — and must — work out. Seriously, I’ll often literally give my patients a prescription for it and help them develop a lifting program specifically for what’s going on in their bodies.

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5 Key Ways Pregnant Moms-To-Be Can Benefit From Chiropractic Care

August 6, 201932
5 Key Ways Pregnant Moms-To-Be Can Benefit From Chiropractic Care

5 Reasons To See Your Chiropractor During Pregnancy. While pregnancy is one of the most joyous, exciting times in an expectant mom’s life, the whirlwind of changes that happen during pregnancy can wreak havoc on a mom-to-be’s body. Weight-bearing joints and regions of the spine, specifically the lower back and neck, tend to be the […]

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Don’t Let A Disc Herniation Slow You Down!

July 29, 20191
Don’t Let A Disc Herniation Slow You Down!

Suffering From A Herniated Disc? Disc degeneration is a natural part of the aging process. As gravity pulls you down, you continue to age, and injuries catch up to you, degenerative processes begin. As a matter of fact, degeneration of the spine often begins before you’re even 30 years old! And when back pain appears […]

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Deadlifts Causing Low Back Pain? Save Your Spine By Doing This Instead

July 22, 20192
Deadlifts Causing Low Back Pain? Save Your Spine By Doing This Instead

What’s Better For Your Back: Barbell or Hex Bar Deadlifts? The deadlift is one of the gold standard lifts in the gym. It’s pretty simple, really: You load a barbell up with weight, grab it with a shoulder-width grip, plant your feet on the floor and pull until the weights come off the floor.

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TMJ Disorders: Why Does My Jaw Pop & Why’s It So Painful?

July 9, 20191
TMJ Disorders: Why Does My Jaw Pop & Why’s It So Painful?

“My jaw has popped for the last 15 years and in one adjustment it’s totally gone?!” This was the reaction from a patient at Ascent Chiropractic last week who didn’t even realize we could help with TMJ problems. She had actually come in because of a stiff and painful neck and just happened to mention […]

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Most ‘Diets’ are Garbage – Except This: How a Form of Intermittent Fasting Burns Fat, Repairs the Immune System & Protects Your Brain

July 1, 20193
Most ‘Diets’ are Garbage – Except This: How a Form of Intermittent Fasting Burns Fat, Repairs the Immune System & Protects Your Brain

Let’s Be Honest: Dieting Sucks. Any nutritionist worth their salt will tell you that the best diet is the one you stick with. Unfortunately, over and over and over I see my patients at Ascent jump on diets that require religiously tracking calories, restricting carbs or going ‘keto’ – and then burn out a few […]

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Sleep Is Your Superpower – And You’re Probably Not Getting Enough [Research]

June 24, 20196
Sleep Is Your Superpower – And You’re Probably Not Getting Enough [Research]

Everyone is exhausted – and it’s killing us. I’m going to start this week’s blog by talking about testicles. Didn’t expect to be reading about that from your chiropractor on a Monday morning, did you?

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See The Difference? Before & After X-Rays Are Proof That What We Do Works!

June 10, 20191
See The Difference? Before & After X-Rays Are Proof That What We Do Works!

See The Difference? Most of my patients know that in my practice I’m all about evidence-based practice. Everything I do is backed up by stacks of studies supporting it’s effectiveness. That being said, while it’s nice to know the science is behind what we do at Ascent Chiropractic, sometimes pictures say much more than a […]

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Weightlifting: Are Cheat Reps Worth It?

June 3, 2019
Weightlifting: Are Cheat Reps Worth It?

Cheat Your Way to More Muscle? I get this question from my athletes often: When it comes to weightlifting, are ‘cheat’ repetitions worth it? You’re probably not surprised to know my short answer is ‘no.’ The long answer, however, is that not all cheating is created equal.

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How Muscle Memory Works & Why It’s Essential To Understand

May 28, 2019
How Muscle Memory Works & Why It’s Essential To Understand

What Actually Is Muscle Memory? Muscle memory is a fascinating topic that’s essential to understanding what’s going on with your musculoskeletal system. And it’s for more reasons than simply making your muscles look good now that summer’s finally arrived (although I’m plenty aware that that’s important to my patients too).

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Let’s Talk About The “S” Word: Can Cracking Your Neck Cause A Stroke?

May 13, 2019
Let’s Talk About The “S” Word: Can Cracking Your Neck Cause A Stroke?

Should You Worry About ‘Popping’ Your Neck? Last week it seemed like every other patient at Ascent Chiropractic was asking if they should be worried about causing a stroke by cracking their neck.

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The Hard Truth: Working Out Isn’t Optional

May 6, 20193
The Hard Truth: Working Out Isn’t Optional

There’s no excuse for not exercising – your life depends on it! Sure, some of us live for the “workout high” — that intoxicating feeling derived from getting your heart rate up and pushing your body’s limits, while for others exercise is a chore, an item to be checked off their to-do list.

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9 Surprising Ways Seeing A Chiropractor Regularly Benefits Your Health

April 22, 201910
9 Surprising Ways Seeing A Chiropractor Regularly Benefits Your Health

Are You Missing Out? If you’ve never experienced chiropractic care, you’re probably not totally aware of the health benefits – in addition to getting out of pain – that come with regularly seeing a chiropractor.

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How To Fix Forward Head Posture

April 8, 2019
How To Fix Forward Head Posture

Correcting ‘Computer Guy’ Posture! A few months back I discussed how to correct anterior pelvic tilt – also known as ‘butt and gut syndrome’. It quickly became (by far) the most-read article on my blog, so if you haven’t read it yet check it out. So let’s expand on that by discussing the exceedingly-common upper […]

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Going Shoeless: Should You Embrace Barefoot Running?

April 1, 2019
Going Shoeless: Should You Embrace Barefoot Running?

Should you ditch your running shoes? Spring is in the air and everyone is itching to get outside and back in running shape. And with the subculture of barefoot runners and the products catering to them growing daily, I’m frequently asked about my opinion regarding barefoot running.

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Do Weather Changes Cause Joint Pain?

March 25, 2019
Do Weather Changes Cause Joint Pain?

The Truth About “Coming Rains Mean Aches & Pains” Grandma could predict an approaching storm when her joints ached, and she actually might have been onto something. It’s true that many people with back pain, neck pain or other joint complaints are often suprisingly accurate in predicting when storms are approaching. However, the weather by […]

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Is It Pain Or Just Soreness? How To Tell The Difference

March 18, 2019
Is It Pain Or Just Soreness? How To Tell The Difference

Feeling especially sore after a workout? Whether it’s a nagging sore shoulder or a stiff and painful lower back, there are a couple warning signs to look out for to determine if it’s a normal post-exercise ache or something you should seek medical attention for. Before you test a minor ache and turn it into […]

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Spring 2019 Research Roundup: Exercise’s Effects on Longevity & Blood Pressure; Workout Frequency on Strength & Size Gains; HIIT vs. SIT For Fat Loss

March 11, 2019
Spring 2019 Research Roundup: Exercise’s Effects on Longevity & Blood Pressure; Workout Frequency on Strength & Size Gains; HIIT vs. SIT For Fat Loss

Workout Harder and Smarter! Rounding up the most important health and fitness studies of Q1 2019 that you can put to use right now!

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Sugar or Fat: What’s Worse for Your Waistline?

March 4, 20191
Sugar or Fat: What’s Worse for Your Waistline?

Sugar or Fat: The real villain behind weight gain. Can’t shake your fear of eating fat — think it’s worse than eating sugar? It’s true that fat has more calories per gram than either carbs or protein. So why doesn’t eating less fat – and therefore (theoretically) fewer calories – help you lose weight? It […]

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Bad Posture Hurts You In More Ways Than You Realize – Here’s 3 Ways To Fix It

February 25, 2019
Bad Posture Hurts You In More Ways Than You Realize – Here’s 3 Ways To Fix It

Ignored your mom when she told you to stand up straight? You should have listened to her. If you’ve been slouching all your life, your stiff neck, painful shoulders and aching back can probably be traced right back to your bad posture. Not paying attention to your postural habits affects your overall health and sets […]

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How Much Protein Do You Really Need? [Nutrition]

February 18, 20193
How Much Protein Do You Really Need? [Nutrition]

Your muscles are made of protein, so if you’re building muscle you need to eat up. But how much protein do you really need? More than a couch potato, but less than many self-proclaimed internet 'coaches' would have you believe. A huge systematic metastudy recently published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine puts the debate to rest. Here’s how to quickly calculate the real answer.

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Chiropractic Adjustments and Gut Health?

February 4, 20192
Chiropractic Adjustments and Gut Health?

Chiropractic Helping IBS? Everyone at one time or another has experienced the discomfort of bloating, gas, irritable bowel, constipation, diarrhea and other digestive disorders, and over $80 billion is spent every year on controlling these symptoms. And because your bowels have such an important impact on your health, wouldn’t it be nice to know if […]

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Get Abs Without Back Pain: How To Strengthen Your Core Without Harming Your Back

January 28, 2019
Get Abs Without Back Pain: How To Strengthen Your Core Without Harming Your Back

The Best Core Strengthening Exercises that Won’t Harm Your Back! THE CORE. We hear about the core and the importance of strengthening the core all the time, and if you’re a patient at Ascent Chiropractic, you’re probably sick of hearing me talk about why you need to be working on your core musculature.

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How To Shovel Snow Without Causing Back Pain

January 21, 20191
How To Shovel Snow Without Causing Back Pain

Avoid Back and Shoulder Pain When Shoveling Snow! Every winter – including this past weekend – I see patients with the same shoveling-induced back injuries and pain at Ascent Chiropractic. It’s no secret that shoveling snow is exhausting. It can be tough on your body, especially when it’s wet and icy. Research shows low back […]

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Annular Tears 101: What Are They & How Do You Get Relief?

January 14, 2019
Annular Tears 101: What Are They & How Do You Get Relief?

Got back pain? And if so, have you been told that your back pain is being caused by an annular tear to the spinal discs? You’re not alone – studies have shown that the prevalence of disk bulges in the general population is over 70%, even in those who are totally symptom-free! Let’s explore what […]

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Crack! What’s That Sound?

January 10, 2019
Crack! What’s That Sound?

Crack! What’s that sound? Going to a chiropractor for the first time is intimidating! It’s true – most people don’t know what to expect, and may even be a little scared of getting adjusted.

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The Inside Scoop On Free Radicals, Antioxidants & Phytonutrients

January 7, 2019
The Inside Scoop On Free Radicals, Antioxidants & Phytonutrients

What Are Free Radicals? Imagine a giant ballroom filled with couples waltzing to music, whirling about in a finely choreographed dance until a single dancer without a partner enters the ballroom. He cuts in on dancing couples, leaving one of the original dancers without a partner. This odd-man-out scenario disrupts everything, creating chaos, as the […]

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The 10 Best Science-Backed Lifestyle Changes To Build Muscle, Burn Fat & Make 2019 Your Best Year Yet

January 2, 201915
The 10 Best Science-Backed Lifestyle Changes To Build Muscle, Burn Fat & Make 2019 Your Best Year Yet

Make 2019 Your Year For Maximizing Your Fitness! When January first rolls around, the season of excess quickly transforms to a season of new expectations – more than 40% of Americans report making New Year’s resolutions. But – surprise, surprise – 80% of those people are no longer following them by the first week of […]

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The Top 6 Most Important Health Studies of 2018 (That Will Change Your Life!)

December 28, 20181
The Top 6 Most Important Health Studies of 2018 (That Will Change Your Life!)

Rounding up the most important research of the year! 1. Reducing your risk of diabetes could be as simple as taking vitamin D and fish oil. The number of Americans diagnosed with diabetes is expected to rise by 20% in the next 12 years, but consuming a diet rich in vitamin D and fish oil […]

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Looking for Neck and Back Pain Relief? See Your Chiropractor! [Research]

December 17, 20183
Looking for Neck and Back Pain Relief? See Your Chiropractor! [Research]

The Case For Chiropractic! If you’ve recently visited a medical doctor for low back pain, research says you definitely want to consider seeing a chiropractor as well.

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Research Proves: Chiropractic Care More Effective Than Anti-Inflammatory Meds For Back Pain

December 10, 20188
Research Proves: Chiropractic Care More Effective Than Anti-Inflammatory Meds For Back Pain

Diclofenac vs. Chiropractic Care For Back Pain Researchers from Spine Journal recently concluded a ground-breaking study that showed astounding results when comparing chiropractic adjustments against Diclofenac, one of the most popular and commonly-prescribed anti-inflammatory medications available.

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Weightlifting Reduces Heart Attack & Stroke Risk By 70% – And It Doesn’t Take Much

December 3, 2018
Weightlifting Reduces Heart Attack & Stroke Risk By 70% – And It Doesn’t Take Much

Need some gym motivation for this week? I get it – temperatures are dropping, days are getting shorter and it’s getting tougher and tougher to drag yourself to the gym to lift weights. But there’s good reason to keep with it, and it’s more than for just the muscle-building and bone health benefits that we’re […]

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Fix Your Workout & Save Your Shoulders: Retract Your Shoulder Blades!

November 26, 20184
Fix Your Workout & Save Your Shoulders: Retract Your Shoulder Blades!

Protect Your Shoulders & Back In The Gym! When it comes to proper lifting form, trainers and fitness gurus tend to harp on making sure your lower body lifts are performed properly. A lot of people end up underestimating how technical upper body exercises actually are, and reserve all that technique work for the big […]

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Making The Most Of Your Healthcare Dollars: How Cost-Effective Is Chiropractic?

November 19, 20185
Making The Most Of Your Healthcare Dollars: How Cost-Effective Is Chiropractic?

The Case For Chiropractic As research supporting the clinical effectiveness of chiropractic continues to grow, the greater community of health care providers is increasingly seeing chiropractic care as a a cost-effective alternative to traditional medical care for back pain and neck pain.

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Finding The Best Sleeping Position For Your Spinal Health

November 12, 20181
Finding The Best Sleeping Position For Your Spinal Health

Get Spine-Friendly Zzz’s! There’s no shortage of advice out there on sleep hygiene – habits that we can adopt to get better, more restful sleep. We’ve all heard about the benefits turning off sources of blue light an hour before bed and avoiding caffeine and exercise at night, but how does our sleeping position affect […]

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The Truth About Building Muscle: The Science of Strength, Size & Rep Ranges

November 5, 201867
The Truth About Building Muscle: The Science of Strength, Size & Rep Ranges

When it comes to hitting the gym, there’s a difference between building strength and bulking up. You can get stronger without getting bigger, and you can get bigger without necessarily getting stronger. How you should approach your workouts, then, depends on exactly what you want to achieve.

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You’re (Probably) Doing Pushups Wrong – Here’s Why

October 29, 20183
You’re (Probably) Doing Pushups Wrong – Here’s Why

Fix your pushup mistakes! Most of us (including me!) learned how to do pushups in grade school. Ever seen a grade schooler try to do a pushup? It’s not pretty, and unfortunately, few people ever get better.

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4 Reasons Chiropractic Care Needs To Be Your FIRST Option For Back & Neck Pain

October 22, 20187
4 Reasons Chiropractic Care Needs To Be Your FIRST Option For Back & Neck Pain

Four Reasons To Use Chiropractic FIRST! At Ascent Chiropractic, we’re constantly reminding our Brookfield-area patients that the order of priority for treating back and neck problems should be chiropractic first, drugs second, and surgery only as a last resort.

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Can Sitting On An Exercise Ball Save You From Back Pain At Work?

October 9, 20182
Can Sitting On An Exercise Ball Save You From Back Pain At Work?

Does sitting on an exercise ball actually do anything? About a decade ago, the Swiss ball (the giant inflatable rubber stability balls you’ll find in any well-equipped gym) moved from fitness centers to the office in a big way. Desk jockeys rolled them into their cubicles en masse, convinced that sitting for eight hours straight […]

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Neuroscientists: This Is Still The Closest We Have To A ‘Miracle Drug’

October 1, 20189
Neuroscientists: This Is Still The Closest We Have To A ‘Miracle Drug’

Want an all-natural solution to decrease pain, improve your mood, protect your brain from age-related decline, and enhance your memory? Sound too good to be true? It’s not, but unfortunately, even though we’d all love a miracle drug that we could take in the morning and go on with our everyday lives, it’s not as […]

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More People Find Relief With Chiropractic Than Medical Care Alone

September 24, 201867
More People Find Relief With Chiropractic Than Medical Care Alone

Studies Show: Chiropractic Improves Healthcare Outcomes! For years progressive doctors have been fighting to effect one of the worst epidemics ever: addiction to prescription pain medications. But it’s an uphill battle, thanks to a pharmaceutical industry that has billions of dollars to spend on lobbying and advertising. In the United States alone, over 300 million […]

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Here’s How Your Bad Posture Is Causing Your Headaches(!)

September 17, 20184
Here’s How Your Bad Posture Is Causing Your Headaches(!)

Bad posture can be a real pain. Ergonomics is the study of your body’s posture and position. Sound boring? Sure, its not the most exciting topic ever, but consider that literally millions of Americans suffer every day from headaches that are directly related to their posture! Whether it’s on your phone, your tablet, your laptop, […]

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Back To School: Backpacks Shouldn’t Mean Back Pain!

September 10, 201812
Back To School: Backpacks Shouldn’t Mean Back Pain!

Backpack Misuse in Children Can Lead to Chronic Back Pain With the new school year starting last week for Brookfield students, it’s a good time to talk about backpacks and the disturbing back pain trend that’s emerging among U.S. kids. There’s been a marked increase in the number of children visiting chiropractors for back, neck […]

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Should I See A Chiropractor For My Plantar Fasciitis?

September 4, 201820
Should I See A Chiropractor For My Plantar Fasciitis?

“My foot is killing me!” “Can you heal my aching heel?” It’s a question I hear at least weekly from new patients coming into my office looking for relief from the pain in their feet. Many of those dealing with plantar fasciitis begin every morning with wincing and a few choice words as they suffer […]

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Seriously, Stop Doing Sit-ups! (Do These Exercises Instead)

August 27, 20183
Seriously, Stop Doing Sit-ups! (Do These Exercises Instead)

Why Are We Still Doing Sit-ups and Crunches? Myths (especially myths concerned with health and fitness) take a long time to die. As a sports chiropractor, over the past ten years I’ve seen many ridiculous fitness trends come and go, and it’s finally time for sit-ups and crunches – mainstays of core and abdominal training […]

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Packers QB Aaron Rodgers Has Deep Roots in Chiropractic

August 20, 20183
Packers QB Aaron Rodgers Has Deep Roots in Chiropractic

Chiropractic In The NFL “Performing at my best is important to me and should be to everyone. I am blessed that my dad is a chiropractor. Getting adjusted regularly – along with practicing other good health habits that my mom helped me to establish – are all part of my goal to win in life […]

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Fixing Anterior Pelvic Tilt (“Butt & Gut Syndrome”)

August 6, 20181
Fixing Anterior Pelvic Tilt (“Butt & Gut Syndrome”)

How to correct anterior pelvic tilt (SIT happens!) Your pelvis is essential in allowing you walk, run, and lift weights. It’s also incredibly important for proper posture. Anterior pelvic tilt (in which your “hip” bones tip forward and your tailbone tilts up and back) is by far the most common posture problem I see at […]

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Harvard Medical School: Chiropractic Should Be Your First Option For Back Pain

July 30, 20181
Harvard Medical School: Chiropractic Should Be Your First Option For Back Pain

Chiropractic Is Your First Line Of Defense Against Back Pain. Harvard Medical School’s (yes, that Harvard) new spinal care guidelines reinforce the importance of chiropractic care as the first line of treatment for low back pain. They’re just the latest to join a long line of mainstream medicine organizations that includes the National Institutes of […]

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Chiropractic: Brain Octane

July 23, 2018
Chiropractic: Brain Octane

Feed Your Brain! Well before brain-boosting ‘bulletproof’ coffee, nootropics and MCT oil became popular trends, Dr. Roger Sperry (a neurobiologist and Nobel award winner) had a staggering conclusion regarding human neurological performance. Through studies he and his team conducted throughout his career, their findings were able to determine that: 90% of stimulation and nutrition to […]

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Vitamin E’s Awesome Free Radical-Fighting Abilities

July 16, 201818
Vitamin E’s Awesome Free Radical-Fighting Abilities

Not Your Average Vitamin! Vitamin E (aka tocopherol) was the Vitamin D of the 90’s – it was basically touted as the cure to whatever ailed you. While more research in the world of nutrition eventually led to it taking a backseat to other supplements, Vitamin E is still one of the best antioxidants available […]

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10 Chiropractic Facts You Didn’t Know

July 15, 20182
10 Chiropractic Facts You Didn’t Know

Live Smarter – Get Adjusted! Every day over a million Americans get adjusted, and chiropractors consistently have the highest rated patient satisfaction out of all healthcare professionals, so it’s no surprise that the number of those benefitting from chiropractic care continues to rise year after year. If you’re a patient at Ascent Chiropractic, you probably […]

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Shot or Not?

July 13, 2018
Shot or Not?

What You Need To Know About Spinal Injections You probably know someone whose medical doctor has recommended a spinal injection for their pain – they’re not alone. Over the past decade, epidural steroid injections have exploded in popularity, with over 9 million injections given every year for spinal pain!

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Study: Tylenol No Better Than Placebo For Back Pain; Chiropractic Still Unmatched

June 25, 20181
Study: Tylenol No Better Than Placebo For Back Pain; Chiropractic Still Unmatched

Tylenol & Back Pain The 160 million Americans who suffer from low back pain every year, especially those whose go-to for relief is acetominophen (aka Tylenol/Paracetamol), might be surprised to find out that the medications they’re taking are causing more problems than they’re fixing.

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Ascent Chiropractic

16620 W Bluemound Rd
Brookfield, WI 53005
Phone: 262-345-4166
Fax: 262-753-6908
[email protected]

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