“Why do I have arthritis?” May is Arthritis Awareness Month, and it’s a good reminder to check on the status of your body’s joints. Arthritis affects an estimated 58.5 million Americans, and experts believe that number will only continue to grow as our nation’s population gets older. But what exactly is arthritis, and what causes it? […]
What’s that noise? And why does it feel so good? Almost everyone at some point or another has turned their head and heard a loud CRACK(!) … and probably gotten cringes from everyone within earshot. So the idea of a chiropractor doing it on purpose can be a little disconcerting, especially when it involves trusting […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 – […]
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 […]
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.
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).
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
