Inflammation serves an important purpose if your body is injured or infected. When the immune system signals white blood cells to repair the damaged area, redness and swelling occur. Once the healing process is complete, the inflammatory response should subside. However, chronic inflammation can damage healthy cells, organs, and joints, raising your risk of arthritis, […]
Dietary Guidelines for Health and Fitness
Every five years since 1980, the US Department of Health and Human Services has released new Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The current edition focuses on making small changes to your daily eating habits to improve your overall health and fitness in the long run. Here are the overarching dietary guidelines that the HHS recommends for […]
Back Exercises During Pregnancy
More than half of all pregnant women experience back pain, especially during the third trimester. One way to treat pregnancy back pain is to exercise in ways that strengthen your spine, pelvis, and hips. Learn the benefits of doing back exercises during pregnancy and the workout tips you need to promote good spinal health. Benefits […]
What is Spinal Rehabilitation?
Spine-related pain is one of the most complex conditions in modern medicine. Back problems are a common complaint, and mastering treatment modalities for the spine remains one of the “final frontiers” in clinical medical practice. Having said that, Spine Correction Center of the Rockies offers one of the most effective spinal rehabilitation programs in Colorado. […]
8 Health Tips for Summertime
If you’re a health-conscious person, you probably take steps every day to eat right, stay active, and protect your skin. Looking for something new to try this summer? Consider enacting at least one of the health tips from this list. Watch Your Sun Exposure Many people view summer as the time to work on their […]
What to Do if You Get Injured on Vacation
Getaways are intended to be fun, relaxing, and rejuvenating. However, if you are injured on vacation, the entire trip may have to be scrapped. Here’s a look at the most common vacation injuries and what to do if you get hurt while away from home. Common Vacation Injuries By its very nature, traveling increases your […]
Declare Your Independence from Chronic Pain this Fourth of July
Do you suffer from chronic pain caused by inflammation? If so, you are probably tired of sitting on the sidelines while everyone else has fun. This 4th of July, declare your independence from chronic pain so you can join in on the action! Here are some tips to help keep inflammation in check while you […]
Beat the Summer Heat with Proper Hydration
Summer in Northern Colorado is about to reach its peak, meaning things will be hotter than ever for the next month or two. This is the time of year when your body needs proper hydration the most. Consider the benefits of drinking enough water and tips to help you beat the summer heat. Benefits of […]
Avoid Common Summer Injuries with These Tips
The warm summer weather invites you to get outside with your kids or grandkids, but if you’re not prepared, you could end up hurting yourself. Here are our top tips to help you avoid common summer injuries. Garden Wisely Gardening is a summer pastime many people enjoy. Unfortunately, all that bending, crouching, heavy lifting, and […]
Help for Scoliosis During National Scoliosis Awareness Month
June is Scoliosis Awareness Month, a time for patients and their friends and family to learn more about this spinal condition. One of the best things you can do during Scoliosis Awareness Month is to visit the doctor to have lingering back pain symptoms checked out. It’s possible that you have undiagnosed spinal curvature problems. […]