2020-06-03 15:22
Got Exercise?
The first thing to have is a set of light weight dumbbells. You can pick these up almost anywhere. I often just go to our local Walmart.
The TV has an "On Demand" which has… Read More
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The Glastonbury Chiropractor specializes in neck pain, midback pain, herniated disc, sciatica and more with chiropractic and the drx 9000.
2020-05-28 20:21
It's how we are able to recover and move on
You might take a fall? You might even catch yourself. Sometimes that can hurt worse than a fall.
Do you eat poorly sometimes? Nobody is perfec… Read More
2020-05-26 17:05
Having A Healthy Diet
We’ve all heard that one. In other words, feed the body bad stuff and it won’t work as good. Bad stuff In equals Bad stuff Out!
On the same token: take go… Read More
2020-05-21 19:56
Arc4Life Cervical Traction Neck Pillow
Is that too much to ask?
A quality pillow with quality material, A product we can stand behind, One we WANT to use, one we feel comfortable present… Read More
2020-05-18 20:21
A Global Pandemic
So what do you do during a major health scare or outbreak of something?
First, try to avoid groups of people.
Then, stop worrying. That doesn't make anything better… Read More
2020-05-18 12:53
There are many questions because this corona virus.
The Traction Pillow is fully made here.
It's not made in China, the epicenter of corona.
Some other products we have are made in Wisc… Read More
2020-04-25 09:37
Your health is a marathon, not a sprint.
Train your body for good habits. This might not be just the sleep routine, but also diet and exercise which play a big role.
Shoot for 100% and… Read More
2020-04-15 15:05
Adults typically need approximately 7 hours of sleep a night.
Children need more...
As we get to be seniors we need more sleep as well.
The Back Dr’s specializes in pain relief… Read More
2020-03-09 19:56
Just Breathe
As a human, we need air or oxygen. We are inside a lot this time of year.
So what can we do?
For starters - we can open a window slightly.
Next, we can do breathing exer… Read More
2020-03-05 13:12
Sleep Tight!
Do you sleep good at night?
Do you wear comfortable nighttime clothes?
Are your bed and pillow right for you?
Do you make the house a couple degrees cooler?
The Back… Read More
2020-02-28 14:15
Listen Up!
What is your body telling you?
You are too hot You are too cold You are hungry You are thirsty
You get the point - >Do what you are told...
The Back Dr’s specia… Read More
2020-02-25 13:02
A Healthy Life
So what should we do to be at our best? Eat Right Exercise Get good Sleepminimize our stress Get Adjusted There you have it, do these things to stay healthy or get healthy… Read More
2020-02-18 14:20
Get Out More!
We remember always hearing someone in the family say: "Get Outside, Get some fresh air", etc...
Well, it's more than that -
It's fresh air, but sunshine, and maybe physical… Read More
2020-02-13 14:05
breate in, hold, breathe out
Breathing exercise helps to detox or clean the inside of the body.
We pee, poop, and sweat to get rid of stuff too.
When we do breathing exercises we give th… Read More
2020-02-06 14:00
OK, maybe not even as yellow as the pic...
Believe it or not, that yellow stain is pretty normal.
Yep, that area where your head and neck are is just sweat.
So before you look at what yo… Read More
2020-01-29 18:24
The Back Dr's Blog- Better Posture, Better Sleep & Pain Relief: Always Shoot for the Top: Right On...
Aim for the Best, Forget about the rest!
LOL. That rhymes. You get the p… Read More
2020-01-26 16:15
Right On...
Aim for the Best, Forget about the rest!
LOL. That rhymes.
You get the point though. When you try for the top, you may hit that mark.
Or down a bit, but that's okay… Read More
2020-01-23 13:51
Your Health Goals!
I'm referring to your health goals.
Give yourself a time limit.
Also, reward yourself when you achieve the.
On the same token, penalize yourself if you don't!… Read More
2020-01-22 13:23
Use Speaker Phone
EMFs are ElectroMagnetic Fields.
From being near electrical boxes, even to talking too much on our cell...
None of us like to be bombarded with more.
This is also on… Read More
2020-01-20 14:15
Which Are You?
Sure, you can see your posture. Just look in the mirror.
"I can't see the side view?"
Yes, you can. Get that smart phone out and take a picture...
It's easy to take a… Read More
2020-01-16 13:46
Lateral Head BendMaybe most of it is for work, maybe not? Whatever the case -
- Stretch the Neck, Watch your posture, and Drink more water.
These will keep you going, and keep neck pain… Read More
2020-01-13 15:57
Don't Have Too Much...
Drinking right before bed means you'll have to get up to pee.
Also, if you must drink, make it water.
Have a glass ready to go for drinking in the morning. This w… Read More
2020-01-10 21:16
Seated Neck Stretch
Clearly you can stretch out your own neck...however seeing something through another's eyes can be different than you thought.
Maybe it's your Chiropractor following y… Read More
2020-01-08 13:56
Early Birds Gets All The Worms
It's not a great practice to sleep longer...
You often end up rushing.
If something goes wrong, you can be really late.
And - have you ever heard "the e… Read More
2020-01-06 14:31
Got Sleep?
How long do you sleep?
When do you go to bed?
Do you sleep good?
Do you wake-up a lot?
The Back Dr’s specializes in pain relief for the neck and the lower back. W… Read More
2020-01-03 14:45
Lateral Cervical Stretch
A common and easy way to loosen up and stretch the neck are half circles.
Start by bending the head forward. Then bring one ear toward the shoulder, and then the… Read More
2020-01-02 15:33
My Tasks
A common bedtime or morning routine is:
brush
pee
read
etc...
When you have a set of tasks, you often do them right and perform better.
The Back Dr’s specialize… Read More
2020-01-01 20:17
Lateral head massage
Do the lateral head or neck bend.
Next, Reach up with the hand opposite the side you are stretching to.
Then, make a fist and run it down that muscle. That's it!… Read More
2019-12-30 12:51
drinking prior to bedDon't drink after 7p.m.*
Why not?
You don't want to have to awake extra to pee.
Getting to sleep can be hard enough, don't wake-up extra.
The Back Dr’s s… Read More
2019-12-29 15:28
A Good Night's Sleep
Now if we are talking about pillow neck support lasting, we do want it to last for awhile.
The way it usually works is that the more stuffing that's added, the long… Read More
2019-12-28 21:26
Travel Sleeping Pillow
I may need a pillow for the car or plane.
I also need one for the bed I'm staying in.
That's where the traction or gravity small pillows come in.
They can both… Read More
2019-12-27 19:41
Your pet may not need one!!!
Don't use a pillow? - Not a great idea!
Not A Great Idea...
Why? There is no neck support Your face is in the mattress You flatten out the spine
The Ba… Read More
2019-12-26 17:49
I don't just love it because I have little kids so rest is well needed. This may be true, but I really enjoy my pillow.
With my Traction Pillow I get neck traction and correct the cervica… Read More
2019-12-24 15:19
Cervical Traction!
We have a natural "c" curve in our neck.
Doing neck traction where we work to correct that cervical curvature can help the most.
A normal and natural curve of the spi… Read More
2019-12-23 14:56
The Arc4Life Memory Foam Twist Travel Pillow
My Travel Pillow.
Not only do I use it traveling but I keep it near my recliner.
I just take the cover off and wash it after a trip.
The… Read More
2019-12-21 17:00
Turn 180degrees
We used to sell the Arc4life Cervical Linear Traction Neck Pillow in our Connecticut and New York offices.
After it was a huge success with patients----
We put it online… Read More
2019-12-20 14:03
Say that 3x Fast...
The Back Dr’s specializes in pain relief for the neck and the lower back. We will help you have better posture, get better sleep and help you be more comfortable… Read More
2019-12-19 21:12
Our Paper shredder conked out. It Happens! So we need a new one.
Our pillow is much the same...
Eventually, you may need a new one!
The Back Dr’s specializes in pain relief fo… Read More
2019-12-18 13:34
Here is my Workout!
Do it a couple times a day if you have time.
Love it!!!
The Back Dr’s specializes in pain relief for the neck and the lower back. We will help you have bett… Read More
2019-12-17 14:10
The Dust Cover
Use our special arc4life dust cover for that extra protecting layer.
I noticed I sometimes create a yellow stain of sweat that comes off onto my pillow.
I know that's kind… Read More
2019-12-16 14:05
The Brain Stem Extends To Neck
The back or tail of our brain is called the brainstem.
The brainstem goes all the way down to C3.
So, really our brain goes down into the neck.
The B… Read More
2019-12-14 16:15
More Aqua Please...
We all want to be healthier.
One simple way is to drink more water.
We all have heard that 8 cup a day rule. I know it can easily be done because I was drinking twic… Read More
2019-12-12 14:01
Vampires Are Up All Night Too...It's one thing if you work nights, but being a night owl is not great for your health.
If we were meant to be up all night and live in the dark God would ha… Read More
2019-12-11 13:50
the bedroom is for sleepYour bedroom is mainly used for one thing! SLEEP
So have a good bed. Have a good Pillow.
Don't get all riled up right before bed.
The Back Dr’s specia… Read More
2019-12-09 14:15
Normal Cervical Curve and AbnormalTo get messages anywhere in the body they have to go through the neck.
We need that nice curve for optimal flow.
I've seen some pretty funky neck curves… Read More
2019-12-07 16:55
Cervical LaminectomyA Laminectomy is when they remove the lamina of the spine at the irritated level
This is a pretty major surgery.
Spine and nerve pain is no fun, so this can be done… Read More
2019-12-06 13:56
Stretches For The Neck
Do you often awake with a neck that's real stiff. Here's some things to do: Get a new pillow!drink more water have a good stretch routine for before and/or after bed… Read More
2019-12-05 14:00
Spinal ColumnThe spinal cord travels from the brain and down the spinal column.
The nerve roots then exit off the cord and through the spine via the IVF's (Intervertebral Foramen). In oth… Read More
2019-12-04 13:52
who likes the cold?
I'm not sure why some people like the cold?
Shoveling? Things freezing? The ground solid as a rock?
My Goodness! I have to wear a hat in the house...
The Back… Read More
2019-12-03 13:55
Cervical Linear Traction Neck Pillow
Yep, that's what we call it!
Technically it's the Cervical Linear Traction Neck Pillow.
Because it has a Traction side and a Gravity side.
The Bac… Read More
2019-12-01 11:47
Strip Out The MuscleThe next time you are in the shower, do some stretching in the hot water.
First, make sure you are stable and won't fall.
Next, Do a lateral neck bend. Bring one ear… Read More
2019-11-30 13:57
Military Neck & Normal Neck
Is your neck straight?
That is called a 'Military Neck'
People with that may have forward head posture too!
The Back Dr’s specializes in pain… Read More
2019-11-28 15:49
You'll probably sleep great with all that Tryptophan!!!
Truth is - turkey has about the same amount of the amino acid L-Trytophan as other meats.
We all just end up eating too much in ge… Read More
2019-11-27 16:11
Constantly On The Phone.We are leaning our heads forward to see the cell phone.
If we are at work we may be holding the phone on our shoulder.
You catch my drift...
The Back Dr&rs&hell…Read More
2019-11-26 16:28
Adults need at least 7 hours of sleep.
People, on average, get about 6 1/2 hrs.
The hours needed is more when you are younger and moves to lesser as we get older.
The bottom line though… Read More
2019-11-25 16:39
No Pillow Sleeping with no pillow isn't the best choice.
You have no support, it flattens your neck curve, and when you turn you will get a lateral neck bend.
Lastly, sleeping with your… Read More
2019-11-22 14:03
It Resembles The Average Pillow
To me I like a pillow that looks like a pillow.
It goes on the bed better. Matches, fits with other pillows, etc...It fits a normal cover Chances a… Read More
2019-11-21 13:55
Streth Out The Neck
Do you stretch your neck?
There are 2 kinds of stretches:
Dynamic (moving) and Static (non-moving).
The Back Dr’s specializes in pain relief for the ne… Read More
2019-11-20 13:51
Get Moving!
Motion is Life they say.
Exercise can be good for so much. It helps release toxins, gets you breathing, and gets you moving.
Put it in your schedule and make it part of the… Read More
2019-11-19 14:05
Healthy Habit: drinking more waterOur bodies are 60% water. You often hear to drink 8 glasses of water a day.
That may have been 8 or 12 ounce glasses, not 16oz like I was drinking.
Th… Read More
2019-11-18 13:48
Light Exercise!The key with Exercise is to just do it regularly.
Do it in front of the tv.
Use some hand weights.
Use bands...
Check out Dr Oz or Dr Mercola.
The Back Dr’s sp… Read More
2019-11-15 13:55
Keep You Cell Phone Away From You When You SleepThere are many uses for your cell phone. One is that we use it for our morning alarm.
It's always transmitting so don't leave it right near… Read More
2019-11-13 14:06
Having an internet connection means your phone is transmitting.
Always being able to get online is great, but transmitting right near your head is not so good...
Think about it; you don'… Read More
2019-11-12 15:17
Don't give up on your neck pillow just yet.
You often need a little time to get used to a neck roll; especially if it's the 1st time you're using one.
Everyone is a little different, but… Read More
2019-11-10 14:02
My spouse and I always use our Traction pillows for sleeping. I noticed my wife always has an extra pillow?
It's for under her knees!
This can be more comfortable for you. Anything tha… Read More
2019-11-09 14:43
So why not have food or something to quench that thirst before bed. Well, the reason is simple---
You don't want to have to get up and pee too many times. You'll have to keep getting up… Read More
2019-11-08 15:46
Sleep Tips:Go to bed at consistent times each night Don't eat or drink right before bed Skip Exercise close to bedtime Keep TV's out of the bedroom The Back Dr’s specializes in pain r… Read More
2019-11-07 19:33
What happens when you sleep with too much pillow? When you are on your back, your head flexes forward. When you are on your side, your head laterally bends toward the ceiling. This is not… Read More
2019-11-06 16:40
Many people report daily pain.
The best thing to do is start a daily exercise or stretch routine.
Eat healthy, drink more water, and avoid stressful activities to your back.
The Bac… Read More
2019-10-31 12:45
Is it pain when you lie down? On your back, from that old injury?
Inevitably It Comes Down To Your Spine Alignment...
It should be a bit better than a stack of pancakes. I’m thinkin… Read More
2019-10-12 13:10
Our spines go from our head to tail. Okay, we don't have tails - -it ends with the sacrum and coccyx at our butt. Where is the pain? Is it in the middle? Is it on one side? Is it in the… Read More
2019-10-11 14:20
In the house I can move around quite a bit but sitting at the computer or being there too long can be an issue.
The solution: get the veridesk; so you could stand up and do your work. I se… Read More
2019-10-02 12:38
Just because you’re pain-free doesn’t mean you should go and do things that are dangerous and possibly hurt yourself. Things are harmful to your body or mind qualify for things t… Read More
2019-09-11 18:02
Aligning your spine is very important for your nervous system. Your nervous system is the main system of your body. It controls other systems in your body like your immune system for example… Read More
2019-09-02 11:41
The 1st step in getting rid of back pain is prevention! Don't get it in the first place. It most likely will happen though. So not only know what you can do to get rid of it but know how… Read More
2019-08-19 20:21
Your doctor’s office might be busy because they are that good. But, who knows?
The bottom line is that you better learn to start helping yourself because drugs may not do the trick… Read More
2019-05-28 12:42
We really need to do two things - 1) work on that 1st issue (probably the more major issue) 2) Try to fix and/or prevent any other issues from occurring.
For example: Joe has major back pa… Read More
2019-05-21 12:21
In many cases shoulder and neck pain can be related. The neck can cause shoulder pain, just like the shoulder can cause neck pain.
The shoulder and neck are basically attached, so one can… Read More
2019-05-14 12:54
If you just have pain in one spot you must ask yourself: What Is It About That Spot?
So, let’s examine the chair at the diner table... Is it to hard? Do you sink in it?Does it slope… Read More
2019-04-09 16:05
This can be a good and a bad thing. Pain is often a warning sign, but if it is completely ignored then you might have a problem. There can be an issue that goes unaddressed. No one likes a… Read More
2019-02-18 14:29
Raising your upper legs slightly helps to maintain our normal lower back curvature. This helps with relieving pain because it takes pressure off the nerves. The lower back has an “elli… Read More
2019-02-04 14:04
Eighty percent of the population will experience back pain. When you are suffering it, it is extremely difficult to get comfortable.
That is one big benefit of the Arc4Life Memory Foam Tra… Read More
2019-01-22 13:00
The answer is Yes! For example, I use mine at home mostly. I love taking a short afternoon nap; I often call it a “power nap” it’s so short...
Either way, I keep it right… Read More
2018-12-07 22:45
Common sense tells you to go with the pillow recommended by your doctor. Now has he seen you a couple because you do want him to know you or your body before he recommends something.
Other… Read More
2018-10-26 12:19
Bending very far kinda hurts, so I like how I can snap together my pillow up near the top where I pull the suitcase through the airport.
I usually use the pillow for my neck. I twist it to… Read More
2018-09-26 18:50
Whatever the issue is try to do everything in your power to get rid of it. Sometimes no matter what though, you may need help. Many issues can be dealt with from the help of your Chiroprac… Read More
2018-09-10 11:30
If you know what not to do, don't do it!
The Back Dr’s specializes in pain relief for the neck and the lower back. We will help you have better posture, get better sleep and help you… Read More
2018-08-27 11:00
A forward bend to the side (a bend with a twist) can stress the disk in a weak spot.
The most common area of a disc for injury is called a Postero-Lateral Disc Herniation or Disc Bulge. Th… Read More
2018-08-13 11:00
When I get a headache, I've learned to just get adjusted...
The Back Dr’s specializes in pain relief for the neck and the lower back. We will help you have better posture, get better… Read More
2018-07-11 13:00
Yesterday I had a light headache. I was located on the top of the head. I didn’t eat much for breakfast so I thought that the lack of food or eating did it?
The location was slightly… Read More
2018-04-30 12:45
To stay on top of your heath, you must listen to your body...
The Back Dr’s specializes in pain relief for the neck and the lower back. We will help you have better posture, get bett… Read More
2018-04-23 12:00
Chances are, your body is saying something. First, ask yourself, where is your pain? How long has it been there? What may have caused it?
Many just ignore it if they can. You can do that f… Read More
2018-04-16 12:33
So many of us get back pain, so why don't we do things to prevent it?
The Back Dr’s specializes in pain relief for the neck and the lower back. We will help you have better posture… Read More
2018-04-09 12:24
“I basically abused my body; doing things I shouldn’t have for too long”
Hindsight is always 20/20, but I know this guy and he should have been a little better to his bod… Read More
2018-03-29 14:24
One thing they don't mention is to Get Adjusted. After my first adjustment, I slept like a baby that night...
The Back Dr’s specializes in pain relief for the neck and the lower bac… Read More
2018-03-15 14:15
When getting to bed I have found that if I do a lot during the day I'm pretty pooped. Now sometimes, if you sit around a lot, or eat right before bed, you aren't tired and you may not sleep… Read More
2018-03-01 14:00
Try adopting some of theses ideas to see where your health can go...
The Back Dr’s specializes in pain relief for the neck and the lower back. We will help you have better posture, g… Read More
2018-02-24 14:49
-Years ago, all the health problems you have today did not exist then. I wonder why?
I was talking to someone who grew up in the 60s and he said no-one had the health issues they have toda… Read More
2018-02-06 11:00
You definitely may have. When you cough,especially if you try to hold it in, you build up internal pressure. It is often this pressure that can throw the spine out of whack.
I often rush t… Read More
2018-01-30 14:00
Whether this works for your back pain or not it's worth a try. Back pain is responsible for many days of lost work, lost leisure time, and lost time with the kids, all over the world. Don'… Read More
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