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by Dr. Brandon Chorney | Dec 12, 2013 | Health Articles
HydroMassage is becoming a more and more popular alternative to regular massage. Through the use of hot pressurized water, it can target specific areas of the body. The use of this hot water is to relax the muscles and allow for a deeper massage.
The use of HydroMassage therapies dates back to Roman times, where people would go to the local roman baths. The technology nowadays allows you to enjoy the benefits of a HydroMassage without fully immersing yourself in water, you can receive a HydroMassage whilst fully clothed!
No Disrobing Or Messy Oils Involved!
Some chiropractors use a modern HydroMassage water massage bed in their practice. This is a hands-off form of massage that is received while fully clothed. You lie on top of the HydroMassage bed and use the attached touchscreen to choose the program you want, much as you would in a Jacuzzi. However, the options for the HydroMassage bed are much greater. It begins by sending a powerful wave of warm water down the length of your body. The touchscreen allows you to program the pressure and location of the waves for a fully customizable massage.
A HydroMassage session usually lasts from 15 to 30 minutes. One of the main benefits of HydroMassage is that it doesn’t involve disrobing or the use of any messy oils. You control the speed and intensity of the massage and can program it to target wherever you feel it is needed most. The touchscreen also allows you to do other things while receiving your massage, such as listen to music, watch a movie, read a book or surf the internet.
Some of the health benefits you may enjoy from having a HydroMassage include the following:
- Increased range of motion
- Increased joint flexibility
- Increased circulation
- Lower blood pressure
- Tension headache relief
- Better quality sleep
- Increased oxygen absorption
- Relief from pain associated with fibromyalgia, arthritis, pregnancy, tendonitis, and other conditions
- Faster recovery from athletic workouts
- Reduced stress and increased sense of wellbeing
HydroMassage beds are becoming increasingly popular and are sometimes used as a supplement or an alternative to traditional massage therapies. They are an easy way to enjoy a massage and it won’t take too much time out of your day. Give HydroMassage therapy a try and see what the benefits can do for you and your body.
by Dr. Brandon Chorney | Oct 29, 2013 | Health Articles
There is a constant daily bombardment of different microbes that are known to make us ill. However, studies have shown that a wider exposure to these microbes as children can lower the risk of asthma and allergies in the future. Our immune system is not determined by just one thing, there are many factors that...
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by Dr. Brandon Chorney | Sep 19, 2013 | Health Articles
Regular vigorous physical exercise, a healthy diet, and sufficient rest are not the only factors to having a healthy body. Although Chiropractic has been around for over one hundred years, the importance of Chiropractic care has only become more mainstream in the last few decades as pro-active health care has become more popular. The full...
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by Dr. Brandon Chorney | Sep 10, 2013 | Health Articles
“Dowager’s Hump” can affect any person who spends a lot of their time hunched over or has a severe case of osteoporosis. The professional term for Dowager’s Hump is hyperkyphosis, which is an increase in the forward curvature of the lower cervical and upper thoracic spine. It is a condition that can either be relatively painless or can cause a great amount of pain and discomfort.
Dowager’s hump is a lot more common in people with osteoporosis and is usually due to what is called a wedge fracture. This happens when the front part of the vertebra (the side facing your chest) collapses. This causes the vertebra to tilt forward, which forces the back to curve and the head to stick out in a forward direction. In some cases the curvature is so severe that it forces the head to look downward. It can turn into a domino effect, with the collapsed vertebra tilting and putting pressure on the one below, causing them too also fracture and tilt. In advanced osteoporosis, the bones of the vertebrae can become so porous that they can fracture as a result of simple tasks, such as lifting something or coughing and sneezing.
Hyperkyphosis Relief
A wedge fracture does not necessarily cause the person pain, and the first signs can be a loss in height or an obvious rounding of the upper back. Other people generally tend to see it before the person suffering from the disorder, as we do not usually view ourselves from the side. A person with hyperkyphosis can also experience neck pain, breathing difficulties, rib pain and loss of appetite. Symptoms can get worse when coughing or sneezing and may be relieved when lying down.
Those people suffering with mild cases of hyperkyphosis may be able to find some relief by participating in yoga. A study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society showed that elderly women with Dowager’s Hump who participated in yoga classes three times a week for six months, had a reduction in the curvature of their spine. In some cases where Dowager’s Hump is more severe and is causing a lot more pain, there are more invasive treatments available. The surgical treatments vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty consists of an injection of cement into the vertebrae to restore and regain their height, reduce their pain and restore their proper spinal curvature.
Prevention is the Best Form of Treatment
The most desirable treatment is prevention, this involves the strengthening of the bones as much as possible and preventing the loss of bone by eating a healthy diet and trying to achieve the minimum requirement of regular weight-bearing exercise (30 minutes a day, 5 times a week). Maintaining the correct posture is also very important, as habitual slumping eventually causes imbalances of the muscles, and the muscles and ligaments that support the spinal column are weakened, putting additional pressure on the vertebrae, which allows them to slip out of place. Regular chiropractic adjustments can help to keep the vertebrae aligned, along with regular exercise to strengthen the supporting muscles.
by Dr. Brandon Chorney | Aug 6, 2013 | Health Articles
As with a routine exercise program, regular chiropractic care should be a vital part of achieving your long-term goals for health, wellness, and well-being. When you participate in a consistent vigorous exercise program, regular chiropractic care can help us stay on track by minimizing the chances of picking up an exercise-related injury. Regular chiropractic care...
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