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Your Chiropractor in Santa Clara Shares His Thoughts on Thanksgiving

Published on November 22, 2010 By admin

As your Santa Clara chiropractor, over the years I have blogged often about the adverse effects of obesity on the musculoskeletal system. Because excess weight can cause misalignment of the spine, tilting of the pelvis, unhealthy gait patterns, and wear and tear on the joints, it has been my experience that preventative and relief measures, [...]

Santa Clara Chiropractor Reveals Another Study on Failed Back Surgeries

Published on October 27, 2010 By Dr. David Hoewisch

As your Santa Clara chiropractor I feel that it is my obligation to pass along the results of a recent study regarding failed back surgeries: Did you know that complicated spine surgeries that involve fusing two or more vertebrae are actually on the rise? You may find it surprising, or even shocking, to discover that [...]

Santa Clara Chiropractor Offers Health Tips During National Chiropractic Health Month Emphasis On Obesity Prevention

Published on October 11, 2010 By Dr. David Hoewisch

After blogging for most of the year about the benefits of exercise and the national need for obesity prevention, as your Santa Clara Chiropractor I am pleased and gratified to inform you that this month obesity prevention is being “officially emphasized” by that National Chiropractic Association. Since 2004, October has been National Chiropractic Health Month [...]

Santa Clara Chiropractor Wants You to Know That Curling Up With Your Laptop May Be Bad for Your Health!

Published on August 17, 2010 By Dr. David Hoewisch

Health problems due to bad posture occurs for many reasons and is nothing new to the spines of humankind. For thousands of years, men and women have hunched over their work, whether pounding rocks to make tools or pounding a keyboard on their computer. Fortunately, chiropractic was discovered in 1885 to remedy many of the [...]

Your Santa Clara Chiropractor Has Good News About Chiropractic Health Insurance Coverage

Published on July 27, 2010 By Dr. David Hoewisch

As a Santa Clara chiropractor I often hear the disappointment in my patients’ voices when they find that their insurance plan doesn’t cover the full spectrum of chiropractic care. And, of course, anyone who has experienced the benefits of not only crisis chiropractic treatment and therapies, but holistic preventative chiropractic care as well, knows that [...]

Your Santa Clara Chiropractor Wants You to Be Smart and Stay Smart by Staying Physically Active

Published on July 12, 2010 By Dr. David Hoewisch

If you read my Santa Clara chiropractic website blogs then you already know that I adhere to the philosophy that motion is life. Our body is designed to move, move, move; to walk, run, play, and dance! My “job” as a Santa Clara Chiropractor is not only to get you out of pain, but to [...]

Santa Clara Chiropractor Talks About the High Fructose/High Blood Pressure Connection

Published on July 5, 2010 By Dr. David Hoewisch

As a Santa Clara Chiropractor I am concerned about the overall health of my patients. And, though chiropractic adjustments can go a long way in helping individuals to achieve better overall health, diet and exercise are always contributing factors. As I’ve mentioned in previous blogs, excess weight can create a multitude of problems. One of [...]

Your Santa Clara Chiropractor Warns That You Have More to Lose Than You Think By Ignoring Back Pain

Published on June 28, 2010 By Dr. David Hoewisch

As a Chiropractor in Santa Clara I know the debilitating effects of back pain. Though some people try to “ignore” their back pain in the hopes that it will go away on its own, the majority of individuals know that back pain is difficult, if not impossible, to ignore. Back pain is a constant. It [...]

Santa Clara Chiropractor: Flame-Retardant Chemicals Are a Hot Topic, Especially For Pregnant Women

Published on June 21, 2010 By Dr. David Hoewisch

As a Santa Clara Chiropractor I treat many pregnant women not only for common low back pain associated with pregnancy, but for other pregnancy symptoms such as heartburn, nausea, and swelling due to water retention or joint stress. A healthy pregnancy is crucial for both mother and baby. And although regular chiropractic care during pregnancy [...]

Your Santa Clara Chiropractor Warns That Fitness and Fall Prevention Are an Issue for Young and Old Alike, Especially For Men

Published on June 13, 2010 By Dr. David Hoewisch

As a Santa Clara Chiropractor I know how important it is for all of us to maintain good balance, especially as we age. Good balance helps us to walk without stumbling, get up from a sitting position without swaying, and to climb stairs without missing a step. In other words, good balance is extremely important [...]