By: Jenny Wetzel, Office Manager

With our focus on Omega 3′s this week, I have been hearing about, and doing a little research on, the benefit of Omega 3′s with people who have ADHD symptoms.  Here is a pretty concise article highlighting the reasons why Fish Oil can be a great alternative treatment for ADHD.  As a side note, we like the Omega 3.6.9 liquid from Biogenesis that comes in a yummy lemon flavored liquid!

Alternative ADHD Treatment: Fish Oil

Research on alternative ADHD treatments suggests a daily fish oil capsule can help curb the symptoms of attention deficit without medication.

by Tina Adler

Could a daily fish oil capsule help curb the symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD ADHD) in children and adults? alternative ADHD treatment really help?

Quite possibly, suggests the latest research – including a study published in the May 5, 2005, issue of Pediatrics. “A lack of certain polyunsaturated fatty acids may contribute to dyslexia and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder,” reports one of the study’s authors, Paul Montgomery, D.Phil., a researcher in the psychiatry department at the University of Oxford in Read the rest of this entry →

By: Dr. Lisa Goodman, DC

As parents we face specific challenges when it comes to lifting, carrying, bending and twisting.  It is important to know that small, simple, repetitive movements can lead to serious and painful injuries.  As a parent, most of us can’t afford to have a back or shoulder injury.  Having two small children I know that it is important to protect my body and prevent injuries.  As a chiropractor, I know how valuable it is to teach other parents easy ways to protect themselves and prevent injuries.  We teach a class at Washington Park Chiropractic called “Parenting Ergonomics” in which parents and caregivers will learn detailed information about how best to incorporate proper ergonomics into their lives.  Here are three of my favorite tips:

1. Carrying: When carrying a child or an infant carrier be sure to switch sides.  Do not get in the habit of always holding a child on your left hip because you are right handed.  This will create a lot of rotation and torsion in your pelvis which can lead to catastrophic lower back pain over time.  This is particularly important if you have more than one child.  *Additionally, in our class we Read the rest of this entry →

A study by Lee and colleagues extrapolated that some 30 million visits were made by pediatric patients to chiropractors in 1997. A 2005 study by the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners revealed that the percentage of chiropractic patients under 17 years of age has increased 8.5% since 1991 from 9.7% to 18.2%.  The chiropractic care of children is therefore a substantial aspect of chiropractic and the care of children in general.  Safety and effectiveness are issues germane to all healthcare providers. To contribute to evidence-based practice, this study was undertaken to determine the effectiveness associated with the chiropractic care of children. Read the rest of this entry →

By: Dr. Lisa Goodman, DC

We all know that habits are easy to develop and hard to break.  This time of year is a great time to check up on your kid’s habits.  Focus on creating new good habits and breaking some rituals that might be causing harm to our children.

1. Backpacks.  Kids carrying backpacks are at risk for developing unnatural, weak postural adaptations such as forward head carriage and ‘slouching’ shoulders.  Backpacks are also a leading cause of neck pain, headaches and injury.  Experts recommend that kids carry less than 10% of their bodyweight in a backpack.  For a 50lb third grader that should be 5lbs or less.  Studies show that many kids are carrying upwards of 20lbs in their backpack.
2. Food.  There are several foods/ingredients that should be avoided or removed from your child’s regular diet.  Many of these foods are simply wasted calories and others can lead to serious health concerns when Read the rest of this entry →

By: Dr. Lisa Goodman, DC

Kids carrying backpacks are at risk for developing unnatural, weak postural adaptations such as forward head carriage and ‘slouching’ shoulders.  Backpacks are also a leading cause of neck pain, headaches and injury.  Experts recommend that kids carry less than 10% of their body weight in a backpack.  For a 50lb third grader that should be 5lbs or less.  Studies show that many kids are carrying upwards of 20lbs in their backpack.

Backpack Wearing Tips:

1. Wear a properly sized and fitted backpack on both shoulders evenly.  If it has a waist belt it should be secured just below the hip bones on top of the trochanters. Read the rest of this entry →

Chiropractic care is becoming an important part of birth preparation.  Women
are recognizing the benefits of regular chiropractic adjustments as they prepare for safer, easier birthing for both themselves and their babies.

Chiropractors have been caring for pregnant women for many years, but recently, with the increased interest in natural birthing, and in an effort to avoid having a c-section, a growing number of mothers have incorporated chiropractic into their prenatal care.

Prenatal chiropractic care is important for many reasons.  First, during pregnancy, increased levels of relaxin and elastin can have an effect on the Read the rest of this entry →