Hi everyone,
I hope you safely enjoyed the 4th of July this year. It certainly was warm! I can't believe how quickly our summer is progressing. Let's not think about it.
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I'm seeing more and more of my chiropractic colleagues offering discounted services at ridiculously low rates. I understand that those prices are tempting but I can assure you it is impossible to perform a new patient consultation, examination, take x-rays, adjust all the appropriate levels of the spine, and give a report of findings for $19 to $29. These clinics are offering gimmicks to get patients in but you have to know what's behind door number 1 before you choose it. There will always be a catch to these appointments, likely wanting to sign you up for hundreds to thousands of dollars of treatment in advance. These clinics bank on the idea that you are too busy to schedule appointments with them so their profit margin goes way up. There is nothing wrong with this as long as you are made aware of it ahead of time and you are agreeable to their terms, including getting a refund should you request it. I would also caution you that if you are leaving a chiropractor after less than five minutes, you probably could be doing better. Has the chiropractor asked you questions about your symptoms, your past history, or examined you? If not, please don't think you are getting a deal. You wouldn't have your dentist just start drilling your teeth without examining and taking x-rays, would you? Perhaps undergo a surgery without a consultation, examination, MRI, etc.? I doubt it. The chiropractic adjustment is one of the most powerful tools available to promote the health of an individual. It should always be rendered with expertise, proper diagnosis, and above all, the utmost respect for the value it provides as well as the safety of the patient. Sometimes you get exactly what you pay for. You may spend a little more time and money in my office but I promise you my focus is on your health and not my pocketbook. Thirty one years of experience and respect for your privacy and safety, or a bargain-basement one or two level adjustment? The choice is yours.
Do you skip breakfast? Too busy, can't get out of bed, not hungry? We've all been there at some time or another. Breakfast really is the most important meal of the day. It provides your body and brain with the energy and fuel it needs to begin to face the challenges of your day. Skipping breakfast or eating a quick, high sugar or high calorie bowl of cereal, breakfast bar, or fast food option will give you a quick burst of energy and cause a crash mid-morning. Focus on protein and healthy fats for breakfast and see how much better you perform. I guarantee you will have better focus/concentration, energy, and require much less coffee or energy drinks to get you through the day. And don't forget lunch either! The saying goes, "eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a pauper". Give it a try. You will feel much better and likely lose a few pounds.
Did you know that chiropractic can truly enhance your athletic performance? Whether hitting a golf ball, kicking a soccer ball, swinging a bat, throwing a ball, or any other activity you choose, chiropractic enhances your performance. It has been shown to improve hand-eye coordination and reaction time, provide a faster recovery from concussions, decrease the healing time associated with other injuries, reduce the need for medications and their side effects, increase muscle function, and decrease joint pain and stiffness. Call us for an appointment to get you back to peak performance.
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Have a wonderful summer and stay safe.
Dr. Tracy
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