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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, 20192
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, 201924
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, 201933
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, 2019
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, 20192
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, 2019
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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Can A Chiropractor Help IBS?

February 4, 20192
Can A Chiropractor Help IBS?

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 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, 20188
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, 20182
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, 201866
The Truth About Building Muscle: The Science of Strength, Size & Rep Ranges

Building strength vs. 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, 20181
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, 201866
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, 20185
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, 201813
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, 201817
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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E-Cigarettes: Is Vaping a Healthier Alternative to Smoking?

June 18, 201818
E-Cigarettes: Is Vaping a Healthier Alternative to Smoking?

Is Vaping Safe? At Ascent Chiropractic our goal from the beginning has been to work with our patients to maximize the way their body works, and that means implementing suggestions on what to do as much as what not to do. And when it comes to smoking, I’m not breaking any new ground when I […]

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Save Your Back By Switching From Back To Front Squats

June 11, 2018
Save Your Back By Switching From Back To Front Squats

Squats have long been a staple of lifting programs. It’s easy to see why: it’s hands-down the most effective exercise for building strength, speed, and size, and has a remarkable carryover to everything from the vertical jump to Olympic lifts. When you squat you use pretty much every muscle from the waist down. The big […]

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Americans Are Retiring Older, Dying Younger & Are Sicker Between – Why?

June 4, 2018
Americans Are Retiring Older, Dying Younger & Are Sicker Between – Why?

The End of a Trend? The average age of retirement in the US is rising, but that increase in working years isn’t necessarily translating to a more fulfilling retirement. New data on retired Americans released by the Society of Actuaries suggests our overall health is declining and individuals working today can expect shorter, less active […]

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What The Color Of Your Snot Says About Your Health

May 28, 20182
What The Color Of Your Snot Says About Your Health

The Truth About Mucus Did you know that your sinuses can produce up to 1.5 quarts of mucus every single day?

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Remember To Brush & Floss… Your Spine?

May 21, 201815
Remember To Brush & Floss… Your Spine?

“Just Brush & Floss What You Want To Keep!” When dentists are asked about the importance of brushing and flossing, many recommend, “just brush and floss what you want to keep!”

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Why Kids Should Stay in Rear-Facing Car Seats Longer

May 14, 201811
Why Kids Should Stay in Rear-Facing Car Seats Longer

Why is rear-facing safer than forward-facing? Parents are often tempted to “graduate” their kids from rear-facing to forward-facing car seats as soon as they can – often when they outgrow their infant carrier – but new research says that children’s spines aren’t ready for a major (forward-facing) impact and are safest riding in rear-facing seats […]

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Chiropractic Improving Hypertension? The Evidence Says Yes

May 7, 20181
Chiropractic Improving Hypertension? The Evidence Says Yes

There’s a Reason Hypertension is Called the “Silent Killer” 70 million Americans, about a third of the US population, have high blood pressure (hypertension). In addition, 1 in 3 Americans has prehypertension, which means higher than normal blood pressure numbers. Even more alarming? 20% of hypertensive individuals don’t even know they have it, because there […]

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Solving The Opioid Epidemic: Study Shows Chiropractic Reduces Need For Opiates By 57%

April 16, 2018
Solving The Opioid Epidemic: Study Shows Chiropractic Reduces Need For Opiates By 57%

Fighting The War On The Opioid Epidemic. Opioid prescriptions have nearly quadrupled over the past 20 years, despite the fact that the amount of pain Americans report hasn’t changed. Unsurprisingly, the number of prescription opioid overdose deaths have increased similarly – opioid use claimed the lives of 64,000 people last year.

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The 8 Best Evidence-Backed Ways To Increase Testosterone Naturally

April 9, 201813
The 8 Best Evidence-Backed Ways To Increase Testosterone Naturally

Why Do We Care So Much About Testosterone? There are very few factors more important than testosterone when it comes to overall health and function in men. Of course, we all know about testosterone’s ability to increase muscle mass and strength by increasing muscle protein synthesis. But studies also show the major benefits of testosterone in […]

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4 Ways Your Chiropractor Is Failing You (And Why We’re Different)

April 2, 201810
4 Ways Your Chiropractor Is Failing You (And Why We’re Different)

The Chiropractor You Choose Does Make A Difference. Chiropractors aren’t all the same. In fact, there’s probably no other healthcare field where the difference between one practitioner and the next is as wide as it is in chiropractic. And like many of our patients know, the results they get will vary from one chiropractor to […]

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Heart Attacks, Low T & Fertility Issues: Should You Worry About Taking Ibuprofen?

March 26, 20186
Heart Attacks, Low T & Fertility Issues: Should You Worry About Taking Ibuprofen?

There’s A Reason NSAIDs Are Designed For Short-Term Use. Is anything good in excess? Sure, you can make the argument that excess has its place in things like love, art, and sports. But for everything else – especially when it comes to medicine – excess usually ends up causing more harm than help.

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For A Healthier Back, Don’t Sit Up Straight(?)

March 22, 2018
For A Healthier Back, Don’t Sit Up Straight(?)

Leaning Back For a Healthier Spine. The longstanding conventional wisdom that sitting up straight is best for your back isn’t all its cracked up to be. Now that advice has been turned on its head by a new study that suggests leaning back while sitting at a desk is actually much more spine-friendly. Back pain […]

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How Digital Eyestrain Affects Your Vision, Your Sleep & Your Spine

March 19, 20184
How Digital Eyestrain Affects Your Vision, Your Sleep & Your Spine

Minimizing the Negative Effects of Digital Devices. March is National Save Your Vision Month and this year’s focus is on digital eyestrain, specifically on blue light’s impact on your overall health. It’s no secret that we’re in front of screens more than ever before – the average American spends seven hours per day using digital […]

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Your Pain Is Your Friend?

March 15, 2018
Your Pain Is Your Friend?

Pain is your body’s way of signaling to you that something needs your attention. Think of it as your body saying ‘Pay Attention!’ When a problem occurs in our body, whether due to stress, spinal misalignment, or degenerative changes, our body uses pain as a signal for us to pay attention and take action. But […]

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More Reasons To Get Moving: Poor Fitness Levels Linked To Weaker Brain Fiber & Higher Dementia Risk

March 12, 20181
More Reasons To Get Moving: Poor Fitness Levels Linked To Weaker Brain Fiber & Higher Dementia Risk

Our Brains Were Wired To Move. For millions of years, our ancestors moved – walking, running, climbing – as an integral part of daily life. Today, most of the modern world doesn’t move nearly as much as we were designed to, and new research suggests that it’s one of the major factors contributing to the […]

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Joint Pain: Chiropractic Fixes What Ibuprofen Can’t

March 8, 20181
Joint Pain: Chiropractic Fixes What Ibuprofen Can’t

Face it: you’re probably a little hard on your body. At least you are if you’re like most of the patients we see at Ascent Sports & Wellness Chiropractic. You’re hiking in the summers, skiing in the winters, riding your bike to work, and running all year to keep in shape for your seasonal activities. […]

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What’s Off-Label Medicine and Why Should You Care?

March 5, 20181
What’s Off-Label Medicine and Why Should You Care?

Off-Label Medicine: What You Need To Know. Remember the most recent drug commercial you watched? The list of possible side-effects and complications probably included everything from diarrhea to death.

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Chiropractic Improving Depression? Connecting the Dots [Research]

March 1, 201811
Chiropractic Improving Depression? Connecting the Dots [Research]

Improving Depression By Curbing The Inflammation Cycle. Depression is a physical illness caused by inflammation, scientists now believe, after unexpected results from clinical trials have shown that treating inflammation seems to alleviate depression. Over 18 million Americans, around 6.7 percent of the U.S. population, suffer from depression in a given year. It’s a condition that affects […]

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What Your Pee Says About Your Health

February 26, 201841
What Your Pee Says About Your Health

Want To Keep Closer Tabs On What’s Going On Inside Your Body? Let’s face it, most of us don’t give much thought to our pee before we flush it down. But if you take a peek at the bowl after going number 1, the basic details of your urine – the color, smell and how […]

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Kids + Chiropractic Care = Better Sports Performance

February 22, 20188
Kids + Chiropractic Care = Better Sports Performance

Youth Sports: The Chiropractic Connection. We love our kids and always encourage them to be their very best. Well, if your children get adjusted, science now says your kids are getting physically stronger. And when it comes to kids and sports, stronger usually means better… Participation in youth sports is not only booming – 30 […]

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Can My Doctor Break My Back?

February 19, 20186
Can My Doctor Break My Back?

Are Spinal Injections Worth The Risks? Did you know that recent research says that spinal injections can dramatically increase your risk of a vertebral fracture? The scary part? Over the past decade, epidural steroid injections have exploded in popularity, with over 9 million injections given every year for spinal pain! Corticosteroid injections tend to be […]

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Eating This Every Day Can Slow Brain Aging By 11 Years [Research]

February 15, 2018
Eating This Every Day Can Slow Brain Aging By 11 Years [Research]

One Serving Of Leafy Greens Per Day Slows Cognitive Decline While it’s normal for cognitive abilities to decline naturally as we age, a new study from the American Academy of Neurology shows that eating just one serving of leafy greens every day can significantly help with preserving memory and thinking skills as we grow older. […]

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Chiropractic Is 98% BS?

February 10, 201825
Chiropractic Is 98% BS?

A Response To Joe Rogan’s Rant On Chiropractic. If you’re a fan of the Joe Rogan Experience, which has grown to become one of, if not the, world’s most popular podcasts since it launched in 2009, you probably caught his less-than-glowing, expletive-filled rant about chiropractic. A reality TV host, UFC commentator, and conspiracy theorist, Joe’s […]

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The Research-Backed Approach To High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) To Maximize Fat Loss

February 8, 201826
The Research-Backed Approach To High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) To Maximize Fat Loss

High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is one of the biggest buzzwords in the fitness industry. The basic idea to do short periods of all-out work followed by short periods of active rest to make the body work harder (and burn more calories) than it might during extended steady-state cardio.

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Performance-Enhancing Adjustments? Chiropractic Care Makes You Stronger (Literally!)

February 1, 20188
Performance-Enhancing Adjustments? Chiropractic Care Makes You Stronger (Literally!)

You’re Stronger With Chiropractic Care. Did you know that a chiropractic adjustment doesn’t just help reduce pain but actually makes you stronger? It’s not hyperbole – an extraordinary study released this month in the European Journal of Applied Physiology is one of the first to take a look at the role chiropractic plays as a performance […]

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Want To Avoid The Flu? Getting This Much Vitamin D Makes You 7x Less Susceptible [Research]

January 29, 20181
Want To Avoid The Flu? Getting This Much Vitamin D Makes You 7x Less Susceptible [Research]

Vitamin D: The Sunshine Vitamin. Think of Vitamin D as the MVP of the micronutrient game. It’s easily the most researched and talked-about supplement of this decade, and it’s increasingly becoming recognized as one of, if not the, most important micronutrients for overall health. It’s also becoming more and more obvious that a huge part […]

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We’ve Got a Bone To Pick: Medication vs. Acupuncture vs. Chiropractic For Back Pain

January 16, 20184
We’ve Got a Bone To Pick: Medication vs. Acupuncture vs. Chiropractic For Back Pain

We’ve Got a Bone To Pick 24 of them, to be exact, because when it comes to treating spine pain most individuals aren’t getting the whole story on treatment options.

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How Adjustments Literally Change Your Body’s Electrical Signals [Research]

November 26, 20176
How Adjustments Literally Change Your Body’s Electrical Signals [Research]

The Physiology of Chiropractic Care The study of the relationship between sensorimotor integration and chiropractic adjustments is helping chiropractors to explain the exact mechanisms that make chiropractic adjustments effect such positive changes in their patients.

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Got Headaches? Here’s What’s PROVEN to Get Results

November 5, 20175
Got Headaches? Here’s What’s PROVEN to Get Results

Dealing With Migraine or Tension Headaches? After back and neck pain, headaches are one of the most common reasons that patients seek out chiropractic care. It’s no surprise, as 90% of Americans suffer from tension headaches or migraine headaches at some point in their lives.

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Why Spinal Surgery Should Only Be Considered As A Last Resort [Research]

October 23, 2017
Why Spinal Surgery Should Only Be Considered As A Last Resort [Research]

Surgery Doesn’t Come Without Risks! Traumatic injuries, the aging process, poor biomechanics and the normal wear and tear of daily life can all take a toll on your spine. Damage to any part of your spine or pressure on the nerves exiting it can lead to back pain, something that 80% of all Americans will […]

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Finally: A Solution to Fibromyalgia That’s Not Just More Medication [Research]

August 28, 20175
Finally: A Solution to Fibromyalgia That’s Not Just More Medication [Research]

What Is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder characterized by widespread pain and hypersensitivity throughout the entire musculoskeletal system. The term comes from the greek words “fibro” (fibers), “myo” (muscle) and “algia” (pain); literally, “pain in the muscle fibers”.

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Is This the Beginning of a New Trend?

August 26, 2017
Is This the Beginning of a New Trend?

There’s a reason we do what we do. A recent scientific study demonstrated that 73% of the people experiencing acute low back pain and used both standard medical care AND recommended chiropractic care experienced either significant improvement or complete relief vs. 17% of people who just used standard medical care. That’s a remarkable discovery.

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Follow These 6 Easy Tips To Prevent Your Golf Game From Becoming A Pain In The Back

August 20, 20179
Follow These 6 Easy Tips To Prevent Your Golf Game From Becoming A Pain In The Back

Good Spinal Health On The Golf Course Chronic back pain is a common complaint among golfers, but a little effort in keeping good habits can go a long way in ensuring you’re not one of them.

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The Reason Regular Chiropractic Care Actual LOWERS Your Healthcare Costs

August 20, 2017
The Reason Regular Chiropractic Care Actual LOWERS Your Healthcare Costs

In the medical world, chiropractic and other forms of nontraditional treatment are often under fire. But when the massive costs associated with the healthcare system are considered, it’s no surprise that many are looking for answers and ways to cut costs. Despite criticisms, a recent study has found chiropractic treatment to be one of the […]

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Straighten Up! How Poor Posture Negatively Affects the Health of Your Entire Body

August 12, 20177
Straighten Up! How Poor Posture Negatively Affects the Health of Your Entire Body

Alignment & The Human Body As a chiropractor, I often talk about how important posture and alignment are in regard to your body’s state of overall health and wellbeing. But what does it mean to have “good alignment”, and why is poor posture so dangerous to our bodies? Let’s take a look.

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Happiness is… Not Having a Headache

August 12, 2017
Happiness is… Not Having a Headache

Bottom Line: Wake up. Go to Work. Suffer with a stiff neck. End the night with a headache. Repeat. Hopefully, this doesn’t sound familiar. But for millions of people this is their daily cycle. The good news? It doesn’t need to be that way. Studies have shown that people who utilize chiropractic care can improve […]

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Pregnancy: Why Getting Adjusted Might Be the Most Important Thing You Do

August 6, 20177
Pregnancy: Why Getting Adjusted Might Be the Most Important Thing You Do

Pregnancy & Chiropractic We frequently receive calls from moms-to-be seeking a Brookfield chiropractor specializing in care for pregnant patients. The most common questions are about the different chiropractic techniques that can be used to help facilitate proper prenatal positioning of the baby or whether we can help resolve some type of spine or pelvic pain […]

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The Doctors: That Pain Might Not Be What You Think!

August 4, 2017

Treating The Cause Instead Of The Effects Dr. Fabrizio Mancini, president of Parker Chiropractic University, recently appeared on an episode of the popular daytime tv show The Doctors to discuss how “that pain might not be what you think,” emphasizing the chiropractic philosophy of treating the cause, not just the symptoms. What happens one part […]

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Is Your Purse the Cause of Your Back Pain?

August 1, 201711
Is Your Purse the Cause of Your Back Pain?

My Bag Is Killing Me! Your purse is stylish, your laptop bag is professional, that diaper bag is practical and your backpack is the epitome of cool. But carrying the wrong kind of bag, or even carrying the right kind of bag in the wrong way, could also be the source of your neck, back […]

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Working At A Desk Doesn’t Have To Be Painful! Follow These 7 Back Health Tips

July 28, 2017
Working At A Desk Doesn’t Have To Be Painful! Follow These 7 Back Health Tips

Preventing Back Pain Working At A Desk We’ve talked before on this blog about how long periods spent sitting can destroy your body by contributing to spinal degeneration, heart disease, and other health problems. But for many of our patients in Brookfield, Wauwatosa and New Berlin, sitting at desk for eight hours every day at […]

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Think You’re Lifting With Good Form? Here’s The Definitive Spine-Friendly Lifting Checklist

July 26, 20171
Think You’re Lifting With Good Form? Here’s The Definitive Spine-Friendly Lifting Checklist

Save Your Back When Lifting! Anyone who has ever injured their back from lifting can tell you how important practicing safe lifting techniques are to prevent low back sprains and strains. Poor lifting technique can lead to subluxated (misaligned) vertebra, back pain, damaged muscles and ligaments, or herniated intervertebral discs or worse. Safe lifting is […]

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How To Maximize the Benefits of Getting Adjusted By Your Chiropractor

July 25, 20173
How To Maximize the Benefits of Getting Adjusted By Your Chiropractor

Maximizing The Results of Your Treatment Every patient who walks into our office looking for a chiropractor has their own idea of what they hope to achieve with chiropractic care. Some want a quick fix, others are seeking rehabilitation and management of a longer-term problem. Many patients we see in our office are not dealing […]

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What Causes TMJ Dysfunction & How Can Chiropractic Help?

July 18, 20177
What Causes TMJ Dysfunction & How Can Chiropractic Help?

What Is TMJ Dysfunction? Temporal Mandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMD), also known as TMJ syndrome, is a complex musculoskeletal condition involving the teeth and mandible in conjunction with the surrounding nerves, ligaments, connective tissue, and the 68 pairs of muscles that control the joint. TMJ syndrome symptoms can vary from case to case but those with […]

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Proactive Chiropractic Care Can Actually Help Prevent Sports Injuries BEFORE They Happen [Research]

July 18, 2017
Proactive Chiropractic Care Can Actually Help Prevent Sports Injuries BEFORE They Happen [Research]

Chiropractic: Not Just For Injury Rehabilitation! It’s no secret that chiropractic treatment has been shown to be effective at relieving back pain, neck pain and other musculoskeletal disorders, but many Brookfield athletes don’t realize that proactive visits to a sports chiropractor can help prevent those injuries from occurring in the first place. In 2010, a […]

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Jerry Rice Attributes His Success In The NFL To Chiropractic

July 13, 20172

Jerry Rice Speaks Out About Chiropractic One of the greatest (if not the greatest) receivers to ever play in the NFL is now carrying the ball for chiropractic, revealing that “chiropractic care was key to keeping me in the game.” It’s no secret that football is one of the most physically demanding sports, and Rice […]

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Want Better Posture? See Your Chiropractor!

July 8, 20176
Want Better Posture? See Your Chiropractor!

Chiropractic Improves Structural Posture and Enhances Life It’s often said that first impressions are the most important. Whether it’s in your personal or business life, your posture can speak volumes before you even utter a word. The improved posture that comes with regular chiropractic care can make a dramatic difference in self-confidence.

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Cycling: The Steps You Need To Be Taking To Avoid Back, Neck and Joint Pain

July 8, 20171
Cycling: The Steps You Need To Be Taking To Avoid Back, Neck and Joint Pain

Spring is here, and for millions of Americans that signals the start of cycling season. While cycling is an excellent cardiovascular exercise and a great excuse to get outside, its easy to forget about structural health when you finally hit the road (or the trail).

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Live Healthier, Longer: 5 Research-Backed Secrets To Extending Your Healthy Years

July 8, 20172
Live Healthier, Longer: 5 Research-Backed Secrets To Extending Your Healthy Years

Put More Years In Your Life & Life In Your Years Most of us wish to have a long and healthy life span. Most importantly, we all wish to remain healthy and active for as long as we’re alive. However, with human life changing dramatically over the last century, never before has the risk of […]

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Dr. Oz: “Back Pain Whisperers” & the Banana Stretch

July 6, 20171

Did we just hear a doctor sharing the importance of chiropractic adjustments on national tv? Yes, we did.

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Get HAPPY! 5 Proven Fixes To Beat A Bad Mood

July 6, 20172
Get HAPPY! 5 Proven Fixes To Beat A Bad Mood

Beat Your Bad Mood It’s happened to all of us: something annoying or frustrating happens and we end up spending the rest of the day in a bad mood. Worse, it often leads to extra muscle tension that can affect the position of your spine and exacerbate headaches, neck pain and back pain. It’s not […]

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Feel Better, Save Money: Chiropractic Patients Spend Less Than Those Who Use Only Traditional Care

July 2, 201717
Feel Better, Save Money: Chiropractic Patients Spend Less Than Those Who Use Only Traditional Care

Research Shows Chiropractic Care Saves Healthcare Costs In the medical world, chiropractic and other forms of nontraditional treatment are often under fire. When the massive costs associated with the healthcare system are considered, it’s no surprise that many are looking for answers and ways to cut costs. Despite criticisms, a recent study has found chiropractic […]

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Weight Loss + Exercise + Chiropractic = A Better Solution To Hip Osteoarthritis

June 28, 201723
Weight Loss + Exercise + Chiropractic = A Better Solution To Hip Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis affects 27 million Americans One of the most common joint disorders and the leading cause of disability in adults is osteoarthritis. Studies have found that weight loss can decrease the frequency of knee dysfunction and disability in individuals with osteoarthritis, but until recently there has been limited research on the effectiveness of regular exercise […]

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Weekend Warrior? What You Can Do Right Now To Reduce Your Risk of Injury

June 21, 2017
Weekend Warrior? What You Can Do Right Now To Reduce Your Risk of Injury

Are You A Weekend Warrior? Planning on getting together with the guys for a game of football this weekend? Shooting some hoops or running a 5K? If so, are you sure your body is prepared for this kind of intense physical activity?

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Back Pain During Pregnancy? Chiropractic Care Is The Answer

June 20, 20172
Back Pain During Pregnancy? Chiropractic Care Is The Answer

Pain During Pregnancy Isn’t “Normal” It’s surprisingly common for pregnant patients suffering from back pain to not seek help because it’s seen as a “normal” part of pregnancy, but it’s important to know that dealing with debilitating pain that affects your ability to perform day-to-day activities is anything but normal, even when you’re pregnant. One […]

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10 Research-Proven Ways To Stick To Your Workout Routine (For Good!)

June 13, 20178
10 Research-Proven Ways To Stick To Your Workout Routine (For Good!)

Starting A New Exercise Plan: Sound Familiar? You splurge on new workout clothes and equipment, sign up for the most exciting fitness classes, and hit the gym like an addict for two weeks. But it starts with just one missed workout, progresses to a couple absences per week, and then you’ve completely fallen off the […]

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The Essential Do’s And Don’ts Of Starting Chiropractic Care

June 13, 201722
The Essential Do’s And Don’ts Of Starting Chiropractic Care

What Should You Do Before & After Visiting Your Chiropractor? In doctor’s offices across the United States, back pain is the second-most common complaint brought in by patients. The causes of back pain are numerous and vary depending on age, lifestyle, and genetic makeup. Similarly, the right solution for resolving back issues depends on the […]

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Get Better Zzz’s: Chiropractic Care Can Improve Your Quality of Sleep [Research]

June 10, 20171
Get Better Zzz’s: Chiropractic Care Can Improve Your Quality of Sleep [Research]

Common sense tells us that a good night’s sleep contributes to good health. How does care at Ascent Chiropractic help? Chiropractic treatment helps to reduce the pain and associated anxiety of spinal misalignments which often interfere with sleep patterns. Improved sleep, in turn, has been shown to enhance immunity and your ability to fight illness.

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6 Ways To Keep Traveling From Being A Pain In The Back This Summer

June 8, 2017
6 Ways To Keep Traveling From Being A Pain In The Back This Summer

Avoid Back Pain On Vacation! Travel, whether in a car or airplane, can be stressful on the body and especially the spine. Long hours driving or sitting on an airplane has the potential to leave you stiff and sore, but following these tips can help make sure you don’t suffer the summer vacation back pain […]

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Our Favorite iPhone & Android Apps To Help Maximize Your Health

June 7, 2017
Our Favorite iPhone & Android Apps To Help Maximize Your Health

Put Your Smartphone To Good Use In today’s digital age, we spend more time on our tablets and smartphones than ever before. Some health experts might say that our technology habits are preventing us from living a healthier lifestyle (something that we at Ascent Chiropractic in Brookfield know far too well), but with a little […]

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Exercise Smarter, Not Harder: How To Make The Most Of Your Workouts

June 4, 20171
Exercise Smarter, Not Harder: How To Make The Most Of Your Workouts

Everyone wants the greatest return on the time spent exercising, and it’s natural to believe that exercising faster and longer with lead to bigger, faster results. However, doing so without preparing adequately can easily lead to injury. The time spent recovery, possibly even in rehabilition, can easily put you right back where you started in […]

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Ascent Chiropractic

Chiropractor Brookfield, WI
16620 W Bluemound Rd
Brookfield, WI 53005
Phone: 262-345-4166
Fax: 262-753-6908
info@ascentchiropractic.com

  • Rib Out? How A Chiropractor Can Help Fix A Slipped Rib Jun 20

    Got a rib out? You’re getting out of bed in the morning...

  • Exercise Programming Is Overcomplicated: The Simplified Guide To Workout Routines [Science] Jun 13

    We make exercise too complicated. With all the science that’s been done...

  • 7 Quotes From Experts That Will Change How You Look At Back Pain Jun 6

    Is it time to rethink how we approach back pain? Americans are...

  • What Really Causes Arthritis (And How Do You Prevent It)? May 31

    “Why do I have arthritis?” May is Arthritis Awareness Month, and it’s...

  • Ibuprofen: Blocking Inflammation With Drugs Leads To Chronic Pain [Study] May 23

    Can Ibuprofen put you at risk for chronic pain? A new paradigm-shifting...

  • Skip The Cheap Flip-Flops This Summer: They’re Making Your Foot & Back Pain Worse! May 16

    Why do cheap flip-flops hurt your feet (and your back)? After a...

  • 7 Signs (Beyond Back Pain & Neck Pain) That You Need To See A Chiropractor May 9

    Do you need to see a chiropractor? When you throw your back...

  • Lower Back Pain From Squats? How To Squat Without Hurting Your Back May 2

    How to avoid back pain when squatting! As humans, we tend to...

  • Do You Realize How Smart You Are? Apr 25

    Your body appreciates what you do for it! In a world of...

  • How To Fix Runner’s Knee Pain – WITHOUT Surgery! Apr 18

    Knee pain keeping you sidelined? Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), also called runner’s...

  • The Science On Low Back Pain Is Clear: Drugs And Surgery Should Be Your Last Resort Apr 11

    How do you get rid of back pain? Here’s what the science...

  • How To Fix The 5 Worst Effects of Bad Posture Apr 4

    The best DIY tricks to fix bad posture! If you’ve been slouching...

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