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The Importance of Strong Posture

Strong Posture

Building good, strong posture is essential for overall health and well-being. Here’s why it’s important:

  1. Spinal Health: Proper posture maintains the natural alignment of the spine, reducing the risk of back and neck pain.
  2. Improved Breathing: An upright posture allows the lungs to expand fully, improving oxygen intake and circulation.
  3. Better Balance and Stability: Strong posture engages core muscles, enhancing balance and reducing the risk of falls.
  4. Injury Prevention: Good posture minimizes strain on muscles and joints, lowering the risk of injuries during daily activities.
  5. Increased Energy Levels: Efficient alignment reduces muscle fatigue and conserves energy throughout the day.
  6. Enhanced Confidence: Standing tall with proper posture can boost self-confidence and create a positive impression.
  7. Digestive Health: Upright posture prevents compression of abdominal organs, supporting proper digestion.
  8. Reduced Headaches: Aligning the head and neck can decrease tension and lower the frequency of tension headaches.
  9. Optimal Joint Function: Proper posture distributes body weight evenly, reducing unnecessary wear on joints.
  10. Better Physical Performance: Athletes and active individuals benefit from improved coordination and strength with correct posture.

Strengthening posture through chiropractic care, exercise, and mindful habits can significantly improve quality of life.

HOW CAN SMITH CHIROPRACTIC HELP?

At Smith Chiropractic, we specialize in not only treating pain but also helping our patients develop healthier habits that lead to long-term well-being. Here’s how we can assist you in maintaining better posture:

1. In-Office Assessments:
We will evaluate your posture to identify any imbalances or misalignments that could be contributing to your discomfort. Through a thorough examination, we can pinpoint areas that need attention and create a personalized plan for improvement.

2. Spinal Adjustments:
Chiropractic adjustments can help realign your spine, relieve tension, and support better posture. Regular adjustments are key to maintaining proper alignment, which reduces strain on your muscles and joints.

3. Posture Education & Exercises:
We will guide you with easy-to-follow exercises that strengthen the muscles responsible for supporting good posture. These exercises are specifically designed to be incorporated into your daily routine.

4. Ergonomic Advice:
Whether you spend a lot of time sitting at a desk, driving, or engaging in other activities, we can offer tailored advice on how to improve your posture during daily activities and avoid habits that may be causing strain.

Investing in your posture now will pay off in reduced pain and better long-term health. If you’d like to schedule a posture assessment or a chiropractic adjustment, call us at 908-464-8899, text us at 908-258-6767 or request an appointment right here from the website.

We’re here to help you stand tall and feel great!

What Smith Chiropractic is Doing About COVID-19

Healthy Living Tips

With the continued concern about COVID-19, we wanted to tell you the steps we are taking at Smith Chiropractic. Our staff remains 100% committed to your safety and preventing illness in our community, as we always have.

Read up on our office procedures that we have implemented for your safety.

Read up on simple things you can do to help prevent the transmission of COVID-19 (coronavirus). 

We are offering waiting room options. Rather than coming into the waiting room, if you would prefer to wait in your car until your treatment room is available, the office is happy to send you a text message. Just let our staff know.

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Plantar Fasciitis

Performance and Sports Care

Inflammation Along the Bottom of Your Foot Can Cause Heel Pain

One of the most common injuries related to sports that we see at Smith Chiropractic is Plantar Fasciitis. The injury can occur when people run for long periods of time, have high arches, falling arches, or are flat-footed. The most common complaint from Plantar Fasciitis is a burning, stabbing, or aching pain in the heel or foot.

For more information on the prevention of Plantar Fasciitis and how chiropractic care can help, click here.

Wash You Hands Wash Your Throat

Healthy Living Tips

If you go out and come home, you’ve been washing your hands…well, what about your throat? Follow this simple recipe for keeping things clean inside as well as out!

A little lemon and ginger make for a tasty (and healthy!) beverage.

Watch our YouTube channel to stay up to date on the latest videos. Stay healthy!

What Our Patients Say

Paul G.
auto accident
“I was not a stranger to chiropractic; I had seen two or three doctors previous to the accident. But it was at this time that I had the great good fortune to meet and be treated by Dr. Patrick Smith. Dr. Smith is an extraordinary diagnostician and superb practitioner of his science and art. As pain and stiffness worsened Pat developed a course of treatment that was, and is, most effective in keeping me mobile, flexible and almost, but not entirely, pain free.”
Kay L.
shoulder replacement
“Treatment at Smith Chiropractic has been unerringly professional, kind and so highly intelligent that my 40 years of hospital work has led me to make Smith Chiropractic my first stop whenever I need to consider surgery or medical care or make medical decisions.”
Cindi P. (parent)
sports injuries
“Dr. Smith has treated many of my children's injuries from recovery after broken bones, shoulder tendonitis, pinched nerves, hip flexor problems, and a torn calf muscle. His deep knowledge of how to treat athletes has allowed them to play through their injuries, rather than taking a significant amount of time off from their sport, along with his ability to understand and quickly diagnose a problem, in my opinion, has prevented more severe issues. ”

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