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TIPS FOR PAIN-FREE TRAVEL
Traveling can be a pain in the neck - literally! Planes, trains & automobiles can also wreak havoc on our backs. Here are a few tips to help reduce pain while traveling:
1. Spinal support: When traveling for long period in a car, plane or train, place a rolled towel or small pillow in the curve of your lower back and place a U-shaped neck pillow or rolled towel around your neck. This will help you maintain better posture, which is critical to maintaining normal curves in your back.
2. Stay hydrated: One of the most basic, yet common, causes of pain is dehydration. Not having enough fluid in the body to keep the body cool, the blood moving, the muscles supple and the tendons relaxed.
3. Baggage handling: Try to pack only what you need and keep stress off the shoulders by utilizing luggage with wheels. Also, be mindful of your posture when lifting bags into the overhead bins or from baggage claim carousels.
4. Get some rest: Hotel pillows can often be the source of a sore neck in the morning. Travel with your own pillow or ask for extras when you check in. You can also use a pillow (or folded over towel) in between your knees.
5. Keep the blood flowing: On long flights, be sure to stand up for a few minutes and doing some light stretching, twisting or bending will help keep you limber, relaxed and the blood moving in and out of the muscles.
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The rule to follow is if an area is red, swollen, inflamed, or if it's an acute injury, meaning an injury that just occurred, we want to cool the area down with an ICE PACK to prevent any inflammation. NOTE: to avoid an ice burn, do not apply ice directly onto the skin. Instead run a tea towel or washcloth under the tap, wring it out, and wrap the icepack (or bag of frozen peas) before applying to the skin. HEAT will generally be used to prepare a body part or a portion of your arm or leg for exercise. It helps in increasing blood flow or circulation, increasing tissue elasticity or flexibility, and it will just help warm up or prepare the body part to accept the exercise or the stretching that the therapist will be doing to the area. If you have more questions, please feel free to inquire with one of our Massage Therapists or Chiropractors.
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THE IMPORTANCE OF HYDRATION
Two-thirds of the human body is made up of water. Every cell and organ depends on water to perform essential functions. The water in your body performs the following functions:
- Removes waste and toxins
- Transports nutrients and oxygen
- Controls heart rate and blood pressure
- Regulates body temperature
- Lubricates joints
- Protects organs and tissue, including the eyes, ears, and heart
- Creates saliva
How to stay hydrated:
Drink lots of fluids. Drinking at least eight cups of water each day is a good rule of thumb, according to the American Dietetic Association.
Eat foods with high water content. Many foods contain water and can help replenish lost fluids. Choose foods like lettuce, cucumber, melons, and broccoli.
Avoid foods and drinks that may contribute to dehydration. Beverages with sugar and/or caffeine (such as fruit juice, soda, and coffee) can dehydrate the body.
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DR. HEIDI'S RECOMMENDED READING
LIVESTRONG:
The Importance of Hydration
WebMD:
And, you can always visit our newsletter archive to read past issues for more health information!
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"This place was recommended by a friend. They have free parking in the back and they have Saturday appointments which works best for me. And they are under the network of Blue Shield so I save more. The staff are all nice, friendly and knowledgeable. The clinic is nice, clean, neat and organized, which I like. Currently, I started getting a massage therapy to treat my back and shoulder pain . I would recommend this place to anyone. Call and make your appointment."
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NUTRITION CORNER:
Smoothie of the Month
Watermelon is a rich source of B vitamins, electrolytes and potassium. (B vitamins are needed for energy production and potassium is essential for heart and muscle contraction.) It is also high in vitamins A and C that are beneficial for our eyes. Watermelon is 95% water and it's cooling effect comes from it's component citrilline which is converted to arginine in the body which helps remove ammonia from the body. Enjoy this cooling summer treat!
Summer Cooling Smoothie (1 serving )
Ingredients - 1 cup watermelon, cubed and de-seeded
- 5-6 strawberries, green tops removed
- 1 scoop protein powder (we recommend our Biotics WHEY powder)
- 1 mint leaf (optional)
- Crushed ice
Directions
- Place all ingredients in a blender.
- Cover & blend until smooth. (Adjust as necessary by adding more ice.)
- Pour into a glass and enjoy!
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Thought to ponder...
"You can set yourself up to be sick, or you can choose to stay well."
~Wayne Dyer
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