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For many of us, advancing age brings on more than just grey hair and wrinkles. It also surfaces degenerative changes to the spine. It’s not always the aging process. More likely, it’s the cumulative effect of years of neglect.

An ache here, a pain there. Or maybe something more chronic, like migraine pain or lower back pain.

Just as planting a garden requires fertile soil, quality seeds, plenty of sunshine and water, planting seeds to grow healthy kids requires specific actions.

Who knew a fun day at the amusement park could result in a whiplash injury?

With the New Year quickly approaching, many will rush to renew their commitment to physical fitness, and that is to be commended.

Imagine a huge ballroom dance in which couples are whirling and twirling to the music.

Most of our patients begin care because they have an ache, pain or some other health issue. Naturally, they want it resolved as quickly as possible.

Salt is the primary seasoning used to flavor food and an essential ingredient of the diets of both animals and humans alike.

By now you know that chiropractic care is different from medical treatment. This difference goes beyond the importance of repeated visits.

Our health (and the decisions we make about it) is among the most personal of decisions.

Chiropractic skeptics often pooh-pooh the idea of periodic chiropractic checkups after symptoms subside with the classic, “If it’s not broke, don’t fix it” line.

The nervous system in your body is made up of two parts: the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system.

It surprises many to learn that they have an enteric nervous system. Have you heard of it?

Probably one of the greatest myths about chiropractic care is that, once you go, you have to go for the rest of your life.

We’ve all heard the old adage, “Use it or lose it.” It’s especially true when it comes to joint function.

If you’re someone who has difficulty getting to sleep each night, you’re not alone.

When we explain that physical, chemical and emotional stress is the underlying cause of subluxations, many wonder how emotions can cause spinal misalignments.

You may believe that everyone gets headaches. After all, they’re normal, right? Some are dull; others are throbbing.

The intervertebral disc is a special type of cartilage found between each of the 24 bones of your spine.

Living in a world awash in technology can make life easier in some respects, but it can also be enslaving and detrimental to health and relationships.

Wouldn’t it be great to feel confident about the way you look in shorts, tank tops and swimwear?

As many people are finding themselves spending more time sitting slumped behind a screen or standing on their feet for hours on end without a break, paying attention to your posture is more important than ever.

It may be the most important and beneficial exercise there is. It also happens to be the cheapest and the simplest, requiring exactly no equipment, zero floor space and no special clothes.

Scoliosis is an abnormal sideways curve in the spine that, if not caught early, can become worse with age, cause significant back pain, and lead to arthritis in the spine.

Spring is here. For some people, that means enjoying warmer temperatures and colorful blossoms. But for 1 in 4 Americans, it also means dealing with itchy watery eyes and sneezes.

Many people with sudden, acute back pain think, “But gosh, I didn’t even do anything!”

At CITY Health Services, we know an experience like a car accident is traumatic. You want to feel better fast.

So many people today work in sedentary jobs that require them to sit for most of the workday. However, whether sitting at a desk, a football game, or in front of a television set, good posture is imperative to your spinal health.

Why does it seem that some people go from one cold to the next, getting all the bugs that “go around” and others don’t?

Sugar, in its many forms, is an increasingly common ingredient in processed foods. In fact, many of us eat the equivalent of 53 heaping teaspoons of white sugar every day!

At CITY Health Services, we offer an entire suite of services to help our patients feel their best.

The cervical spine – that is, the upper seven of our vertebrae – must surely rank among the most under-appreciated and most vital parts of our body.

Visiting the doctor when you’re feeling great is something new.

Many of us make resolutions this time of year: Spend more time with family, spend less time on social media, quit smoking, and the most common New Year’s Resolution, weight loss.

Doing your best to stay naturally healthy doesn’t just add life to your years…it can add years to your life.

A properly functioning immune system is necessary for optimal health. But how do you get one?

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season can take a toll on your nerves and sleep habits,and colder weather can irritate joints and muscles.

How often have you heard the expression, “No pain, no gain”? It can apply to many life situations, including exercise to shape up, tone or drop weight. But when pain is severe or prolonged, you gain nothing and stand to lose a lot!

It’s commonly accepted among experts that lower back pain is related to prolonged sitting.

You feel exhausted at the end of the day. Your neck always hurts. You have frequent headaches, and maybe even fibromyalgia.

We often hear the words “health care” in the news. But usually, they’re talking about “sick” care—care that is administered to someone who already has symptoms of an illness or injury.

If you ever experience tension or pain across the upper back or shoulder blades, get frequent headaches, have low back pain and are inflexible, you probably have poor posture.

If you suffer from headaches, you know the common symptoms all too well – sensitivity to light and sound, nausea, and pounding pain.

They bulge, herniate, degenerate and tear, but they don’t “slip.” Discs, along with the curves of the spine, serve as the “shock absorbers” of your body.

Natural health care, including chiropractic care, isn’t just for adults!

How do you know if you have sciatica?

Back pain can be a debilitating condition. When you suffer with it, there is nothing you want more than to get rid of the pain.

It may be the most important and the most beneficial exercise there is. It also happens to be the cheapest and the simplest, requiring exactly no equipment or floor space and zero special clothes.

Low back pain, more commonly associated with jobs involving physical labor, is now afflicting an increasing number of white-collar workers.

Travel can be stressful, especially if it’s part of your job and you do it on a regular basis.

When is a pain in the neck more than just a pain in the neck? When is it a sign that something more serious may be involved?

As many people are finding themselves spending more time sitting slumped behind a screen or standing on their feet for hours on end without a break, paying attention to your posture is more important than ever.

We’ve all heard the old adage, “Use it or lose it.” It’s especially true when it comes to joint function.

The “Life Change Program” is a 4 month program that not only helps you loose weight, but has a higher rate of success at keeping the weight off.

CITY Health Services works with personal injury patients regularly, and are skilled not just in treating their pain successfully, but also in helping them navigate the difficult legal and regulatory issues that come with personal injury cases.

Need help freeing up hours in your day?

Happy Easter From City Health Services!

We often experience pain when something isn’t working properly. By that logic, feeling good would mean that everything is working fine, right? Not always.