Forward Head Posture

Forward Head Posture

is a correctible condition that can be the result of trauma (intense and fast stress on the neck) or long term cumulative stress such as poor posture. The x-rays below are example before and after treatment to correct forward head posture and its negative effects on your health.

Tragically this is an underdiagnosed common problem in our society that causes a myriad of sypmtoms effectingthe entire body. The problem stems from whiplash injuries from car crashes, football and other sports, and our flexion dominated society (cell phones, PDA's, computers, TV viewing, poop posture, etc...) often is not properly treated

Here is what some experts say about the detrimental effects of forward head posture and altered spinal structure:

“Forward head posture leads to long term muscle strain, disc herniations, arthritis and pinched nerves.” The Mayo Clinic, Nov. 3rd, 2000“For every inch of forward head posture,

Tragically this is an underdiagnosed common problem in our society that causes a myriad of sypmtoms effectingthe entire body. The problem stems from whiplash injuries from car crashes, football and other sports, and our flexion dominated society (cell phones, PDA's, computers, TV viewing, poop posture, etc...) often is not properly treated

 

it can increase the weight ofthe head on the spine by an additional 10 pounds.” Kapandji, Physiology of Joints, Vol 3. “Loss of the cervical curve stretches the spinal cord 5-7 cm and causes Disease.” Dr. Alf Breig, Neurosurgeon (Nobel Prize Recipient) “90% of the stimulation and nutrition to the brain is generated by the movement of the spine” Dr. Roger Sperry, (Nobel Prize Recipient for Brain Research) Additionally, Dr. Sperry demonstrated that 90% of the energy output of the brain is used in relating the physical body to gravity. Only 10% has to do with thinking, metabolism, and healing, so when you have forward head posture your brain will rob energy from your thinking, metabolism, and immune function to deal with abnormal gravity/posture relationships and processing. "To live a long, active, energetic life, few things matter more than good posture" Rene Calliet, MD (The Rejuvenation Strategy) "Posture effects and moderates every physiologic function from breathing to hormonal production. Spinal pain, headache, mood, blood pressure, pulse, and lung capacity are among the most easily influenced by posture" American Journal of Pain Management, 1994;4: p36-39. Bottom line here is that, you can fix this problem with specific exercise, spinal adjustments, traction protocols, and ergonomic considerations. I do this everyday at my office and get great results with my patients. The technique Dr. Mike Rumpel uses in practice is called CBP (Chiropractic Biophysics / Clinical Biomechanics of Posture). This is the most highly researched and published technique in chiropractic and you can research (over 100 published research papers.)   Curious: give us a call. We will do a full spinal check to see how your Forward Head Posture measures out.

Open House! June 19th, 2012

You can always find us on Face Book and like us.   But we wanted to update you on our open house held here last night.  Amazing music and food, celebrated with clients, friends and family.  The renovations are completed, except for a few finishing touches.  You may see changes slowly was we wind things up.  Last night was a party to honour our achievement and also to say thanks to all the people that created our new office space.

Joe Porter Trio

Bison Minis with Caramelized Onion Bun

The Joe Porter Trio entertained us all evening with fantastic music!  Such a talented bunch of guys.  We will be watching as they rise to fame and fortune, as we can say, we booked them, way back when.  This was such a special touch to the evening. 

Cindey and Scott outdid themselves to showcase their new Fernie Cattle Co. Steak House Menu.  The food was incredible.  From Stuffed mushrooms, veggies, mussels, scallops, steak, bison and sweets!  Well, we can't talk about the sweets! Everything was so tasty!

Stuffed Mushrooms

     We are looking forward to the new steak   house to open soon!

 

We are fortunate to be surrounded by supportive clients, friends and family.  Making this special opening exceptional!

Happy Cow Ice Cream!

Oh the surprises that await.

Making waffle cones.

What a great way to celebrate!  We continued our 90 vision process, reviewing what we have accomplished and set our goals for the next 90 days.  Then, to top off the evening, ice cream!  Dan and Wendy are lovin' life! Their passion is so contagious! If you have never been to Happy Cow, stop by, say hi and eat.  You won't be disappointed.  High quality food, so tasty.

X-ray unit is here!

Dr. Mike & Rick.  X-ray installed!

The boxes were carted out of storage, the new imaging pieces arrived and the work began this week. Rick was busy all week setting up this high tech equipment.  Unbelieveable the wires, the generator, the buttons and switches!!! Turns out the x-ray was accidently stumbled upon in 1895.  Improvements in 1903 with the x-ray tube. Along came digital x-ray in 1987.  And 2012 we have it in our office!
Better service to our clients, easier access to diagnostic tools to aid with Chiropractic Biophysics.
The excitment continues, at Elk Valley Family Chiropractic!

The Power of Postitive Affirmations

 

By Jeremy Winters

If you've been told that positive affirmations can easily change your life for the better, you are most likely really intrigued by the possibilities that exist. It is possible to use the power of the law of attraction to bring much more money to yourself. It is possible to utilize it to help attract love, and you can use it to broaden your knowledge of the way the universe functions to a level you may have never believed imaginable. Listed here are a number of ideas for putting the law of attraction to use within your personal life.

The Power of Intention

Intention is a powerful tool for creating the best life possible for yourself as well as the ones you love. If you have previously utilized heartfelt prayer to ask for what you require or even find peace, then you have used the power of intention. If you combine emotion, intent, and belief, you place yourself in a position to obtain all the great things life has in store for you.

Positive Affirmations Combine With Intention To Manifest Change

No matter whatever you desire, it is crucial that you frame your affirmations in a fully positive way, to ensure that you'll be able to make the intentions as powerful as possible. Simply by doing this, you open up yourself to the prosperity of the universe. With the power of intention blended with the affirmations you choose, you actually can manifest all kinds of improvements in your life.

It's important to realize that everything exists in some form. The cash you need is available. The ideal person you wish you could potentially spend your whole life with is around, just waiting to meet you. The particular tools you will need for learning really exist, and so do the individuals you should meet. If you stop to consider this, it makes the concept of absence appear utterly preposterous.

To be able to make use of affirmations correctly, it is crucial to know what you need. Spend a bit of time thinking about your needs and focus on framing your affirmative statements in a manner that will be the most effective. Do not use any negating statements that speak about what you do not wish to have. Think and speak in totally positive terms.

As soon as you've framed the affirmative assertion, it is time for you to put it into action. Think, feel, and communicate your intention. Listed below are several of the best approaches to accomplish this:

"All the good in the universe is mine."

"I have all that I need, and I'm completely grateful for all I have."

"I am much more happy than I've ever been, particularly now that (fill in your want here.)"

When you make use of the positive affirmations that you come up with, see yourself taking pleasure in whatever it is that you need. Really feel yourself enjoying what you have, and believe it is on its way to you. Quickly enough, you will see changes large and small making their way into your life.

About the Author:

Are you looking for help to change your subconscious programming? Be sure to visit my site to read my mind movies review.

Dr. Fabrizio Mancini on Dr. Phil

A new exposure for the value of Chiropractic.

 Dr. Fabrizio Mancini is the President of Parker College in Dallas Texas.  He brings to national television the importance of the whole body and chiropractic.  Great exposure for our profession.  Education is the key.

Whiplash???

Trusting in the bodies wisdom is critical, yet so much so what society is not teaching people....inflammation, pain, fever, stiffness are all perceived as the enemy or bad things – when really it is the beautiful expression of Innate Intelligence at work.  It is just so much better if we stand clear and allow Innate to do it’s thing!!

Arno Burnier posted in CCE URGENT Massive Complaint Campaign. Arno Burnier 12:26pm Mar 3 CONSEQUENCES OF WHIPLASH: Neck pain, sore muscles, inflammation, swelling, stiff neck, possible headache and radiculopathy. 1- Medical approach: Xrays, MRI, CAT scan pain killer, anti-inflammatory, muscle relaxant. Cervical collar to immobilize the neck that has been loosen up by the drugs and to prevent movement that are now possible due to the lack of pain. EXPENSIVE and EGO DRIVEN. I AM FIXING YOU. 2- Natural therapeutic approach: XRAYS, MRI, heat, ice, electric stim, mobilization, manipulation, cervical traction, cervical collar. Still EXPENSIVE and EGO DRIVEN. I AM FIXING YOU NATURALLY or is it un-naturally? Both 1 and 2 seek to suppress the symptoms and are lacking understanding of the Innate Intelligent response of the body which is: a- Pain to prevent movement and further damage to the injured tissues b- Sore muscle because of spain-strain muscle fibers c- Inflammation to control bacteria population which are present to eat dead, torn tissues d- Swelling to dilute the toxicity of endo-toxins release from within cells that have been torn open. Inner cellular chemicals are toxic to surrounding tissues. Their concentration must be diluted with water and intersticial fluids. e- Stiff neck to "cast" the neck and provide a free cervical collar 3- Chiropractic subluxation centered approach: Leave the neck alone which is screaming: "don't touch me" Adjust and clear the rest of the neuro-spinal system. Explain the purpose of the pain, swelling, inflammation. Give time for the body to heal with the natural free cervical collar. Keep checking regularly for subluxation and clear when needed. When the cervical spine is finally "open" to adjust, adjust if subluxation is present. VERY AFFORDABLE and RESPECTFUL of the BODY'S INNATE INTELLIGENCE.       Join the Movement for Chiropractic Quality and Integrity mcqi.org