09Apr 2020 by Nathan Merhaut
5 Ways to Spring Clean Your Life for Better Health

5 Ways to Spring Clean Your Life for Better Health

Chiropractic
Spring Clean Your Life For Better Health Spring is the time for new life, nicer weather, and change. Lots of people do spring cleaning to de-clutter their house. Who says you have to wait for another new year to make some changes to de-clutter your health and lifestyle?  Here are 5 ways to spring clean your life for better health. Your Workouts Springtime is when the weather starts to get warmer; people get out and become more active. Make it a point to get outside at least 30-60 minutes a day. Going on a walk/hike after dinner, taking the kids to the park, or start a new outdoor hobby are all ways to get up and moving. If you are really up for a challenge, start training for a local race.…
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02Oct 2019 by Nathan Merhaut
5 Things you Should Know Prior to Seeing a Chiropractor

5 Things you Should Know Prior to Seeing a Chiropractor

Chiropractic
October is National Chiropractic Health Month!  Here are 5 things you should know prior to seeing a chiropractor at Elite Sports and Spine Chiropractic:  Chiropractor performing an examination on a patient's shoulder The popping sounds are not your bones cracking:  Certain chiropractic adjustments make sound.  That sound is the release of gas during a pressure change from the adjustment. In fact, our chiropractors also perform other treatments on soft tissues, to aid in a faster recovery! Our chiropractors treat more than just the spine:  The chiropractors at Elite Sports and Spine Chiropractic are trained to treat a variety of conditions and injuries including, but not limited to: ankle sprains, plantarfasciitis, arthritis, rotator cuff tears, tendonitis, carpal tunnel, post-surgical repairs, concussions, and spinal cord injuries!  Chiropractic care is for everyone:  The youngest patient…
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16Sep 2019 by Nathan Merhaut
Risks for Developing ACL Injuries

Risks for Developing ACL Injuries

Chiropractic
Most people have heard of someone tearing his or her ACL, but what does that mean?  Let’s take a look inside the knee to shed some light on this common injury. Football, soccer and basketball athletes – be sure to pay close attention, your sports have the highest risks for developing ACL injuries! Below, you can see the location of the ACL and the differences between normal and injured anatomy.   Normal vs. Torn ACL What Does ACL Mean? ACL stands for anterior cruciate ligament.  This is a ligament in the knee that helps stabilize it.  It connects the thighbone (femur) to the shinbone (tibia).  More specifically, it prevents the tibia from slipping too far forward.  This injury often occurs in sports where there are sudden stops, changing direction, jumping…
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