Health tips from the window

At Barton Chiropractic Clinic we like to educate our patients and readers about ways they can optimize their health, and strengthening your back is one pathway to increased mobility, improved posture, and improved overall health. Below, we go over a few key ways to incorporate back exercises into your fitness routine. 1.) Practice Rowing or…

Many of us only think of chiropractic treatment as something to pursue when we get injured, many of us have limited ideas about chiropractic narrowing its purposes to the region of the back and spine. However, there are an immense amount of benefits that chiropractic treatment can bring to other areas of your life. Chiropractic…

Scoliosis is a disorder of the spine that causes abnormal curvature. Scoliosis occurs most often in individuals when they are experiencing their growth spurt just before puberty. Many cases can be mild and with very few symptoms while other cases of scoliosis can worsen over time and become quite disabling. Symptoms of scoliosis include uneven…

Headaches can happen for a variety of reasons, whether it’s your spine out of line, your neck out of whack, or your diet and sleep situation. Headaches can be a symptom of poor posture — which can occur while you drive, while you’re at work, and even while you’re sitting at home. Below, Barton Chiropractic…

Low back pain is one of the more common back problems a person might experience over the course of their life. Acute lower back pain can last anywhere from a couple of days to a few weeks while chronic lower back pain lasts over 3 months. Below, Barton Chiropractic Clinic goes over a few ways…

Whiplash occurs when you experience a neck injury due to an incident that causes a rapid, jerky back-and-forth movement of the neck which results in pain and injury that can sometimes turn chronic. Whiplash commonly occurs when a person’s car is hit from behind (termed a rear-end auto accident). Treatment for whiplash may vary, but…

Managing pain without the intervention of prescription medication might seem like a daunting task, but it’s entirely possible if you follow the tips Barton Chiropractic mentions below. 1.) Manage Stress and Anxiety Meditation, yoga, and working out are all effective ways to manage stress and anxiety, not to mention promote good sleep habits. 2.) Topical…

Many folks out there are still hesitant to pursue chiropractic treatment, some believing chiropractic to be a fad or health hoax, but the reality is quite the contrary.  Chiropractic treatment has a long, rich history and it started back in 1895, when D.D. Palmer adjusted Harvey Lillard at a small location in Davenport, Iowa. This…

Many of us plan to go out for the evening of New Year’s Eve, however, it’s an important time to think about our own wellness. In many cases, destinations are going to be more crowded, roads are going to be more crowded, and people are going to be behaving with a little less inhibition, which…

A session with your local chiropractic care specialist might not seem like the most obvious gift idea, but it’s a great way to give the sort of gift that keeps on giving. In a world where smart devices and gift cards pretty much stake their claim under the Christmas tree and get exchanged during other…

New Year’s resolutions are a popular subject at the beginning of each year when we set out our annual goals. If we make more informed resolution choices, there’s a far better chance that we’ll be able to achieve our goals throughout the year. Below, Barton Chiropractic Clinic goes over a few New Year’s resolution tips.…

It’s no secret that the holidays can be a stressful time for many of us, whether we’re stressed out about paying end-of-the-year bills, springing for lavish gifts for family and friends, not to mention having relatives over for celebrations and gatherings that take effort and planning. No wonder so many people feel stressed and anxious…