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

August 20, 20178
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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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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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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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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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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The Secret To Reducing Migraine Frequency By 90% WITHOUT Medication

May 29, 20171
The Secret To Reducing Migraine Frequency By 90% WITHOUT Medication

Happiness Is… Not Having A Migraine Many migraine sufferers need pain-killers to manage their pain, but those drugs might actually cause more headaches that they prevent. Recent research suggests that overusing medication causes extra headaches in 1 out of every 4 migraine sufferers. The good news is that there are natural solutions that won’t cause […]

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The Best Way To Improve Neck Flexibility [Research]

May 16, 20172
The Best Way To Improve Neck Flexibility [Research]

Move Better, Feel Better, Live Better When we’re young, we tend to take our extensive range of motion and mobility for granted. But as we get older, the cumulative effect of wear and tear on our spines often causes altered biomechanics that affect our flexibility. Sometimes this loss of mobility is accompanied by pain and […]

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Back & Neck Pain Are STILL The Leading Causes Of Disability Worldwide

May 11, 20179
Back & Neck Pain Are STILL The Leading Causes Of Disability Worldwide

The Global Burden of Disease Study A recent series of studies spearheaded by the World Health Organization present a disappointing irony: while we’ve done a tremendous job battling fatal illnesses, we are now living with more health problems that cause permanent pain, impair our mobility, and decrease our quality of life. According to the Global […]

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Can Chiropractic Really Help Ear Infections? [Research]

May 7, 20172
Can Chiropractic Really Help Ear Infections? [Research]

What Is Otitis Media? Otitis media, more commonly known as ear infections, are one of the top reasons for children’s visits to the doctor. Due to the overuse of antibiotics for this condition, however, the rate of antibiotic-resistant infections has increased in recent years. As a result, recommendations released recently by the American Academy of […]

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Too Much Time On Twitter & Facebook Can Cause Back Pain

May 1, 2017
Too Much Time On Twitter & Facebook Can Cause Back Pain

Get Off The Computer! Kids are spending more time now than ever before sitting in front of computer screens as they work on homework, check social media, surf the internet and watch videos on YouTube. However, all that computer usage is taking a toll on teens’ spines, as recent studies show that children and teenagers […]

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Whiplash: Why You Need To Make An Appointment With Your Chiropractor ASAP After An Accident

April 2, 2017
Whiplash: Why You Need To Make An Appointment With Your Chiropractor ASAP After An Accident

Preventing Whiplash From Becoming a Chronic Problem Most people have heard of whiplash, a medical complaint caused when one’s neck is rapidly flexed and then overextended. While the majority of whiplash sufferers will find that their pain resolves with conservative treatment within three months, in some cases without treatment the symptoms of a whiplash injury […]

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Treating Cardiovascular Problems with Chiropractic? New Studies Say Yes

March 26, 20173
Treating Cardiovascular Problems with Chiropractic? New Studies Say Yes

What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome? Thoracic Outlet Syndrome is a neurovascular condition in which the thoracic outlet, the space between the collar bone and rib cage through which blood vessels and nerves pass through, becomes compressed. This often results in symptoms including pain in the neck and shoulder, finger and hand numbness and hand weakness. […]

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Car Accident? Why Your Chiropractor Should Be Your First Call

February 7, 201715
Car Accident? Why Your Chiropractor Should Be Your First Call

Brookfield Chiropractor For Car Accidents Car accidents are one of those things that everyone thinks will never happen to them until it does. Nearly 18,000 auto accidents happen every day in the US and like many patients who come to us seeking a chiropractor after a auto accident will tell you, they can ruin your […]

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Ascent Chiropractic

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

  • How To Get Rid of Migraines Fast (and For Good!) Jan 18

    Got migraines? Here’s what works. If you’re one of the 39 million...

  • EVERYTHING You Know About Stretching Is Wrong Jan 11

    Quite a stretch: Stretching myths debunked! There are lots of reasons people...

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

    Here’s How To Start the New Year Off Right! The Year-That-Must-Not-Be-Named is...

  • Don’t Have Time For A Full Workout? Try Exercise “Snacks” Instead Dec 28

    Exercise doesn’t have to be all-or-nothing. If you don’t have the time...

  • Use Acupressure to Clear Congested Sinuses in 30 Seconds Dec 21

    Stuffy sinuses are no fun. Especially in 2020, where every sniffle is...

  • Cortisone Steroid Injections: Can They Actually Make Things Worse?! Dec 14

    Cortisone Shots: The good, the bad and the ugly. Cortisone has been...

  • The Best Social-Distanced 2020 Holiday Events in Southeastern Wisconsin Dec 7

    Get out of the house & celebrate the holidays! Amid the current...

  • Honey Relieves Cold Symptoms Better Than Antibiotics & OTC Medications [Study] Nov 30

    Honey: A natural remedy for the common cold. Temperatures in Wisconsin are...

  • Life Pro Tip: Keep Your Wallet Out Of Your Back Pocket To Avoid Back Pain Nov 23

    A big wallet can cause big back problems! When it comes to...

  • COVID-19: Can Melatonin Help Protect Against Coronavirus? [Study] Nov 16

    New research shows sleep aid supplement can reduce COVID risk by 30%....

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

    Mainstream medicine has failed people with low back pain. Low back pain...

  • Does Caffeine Help Relieve Headaches? Nov 2

    Caffeine can relieve migraine headaches, but there’s a catch. The relationship between...

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