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www.thevitalenergycenter.com and Dr. Jared Kohler's spinal health blog with useful information about chiropractic, applied kinesiology, rehabilitation and exercise. DISCLAIMER: No individuals, should use the information, resources or tools contained within to self-diagnose or self-treat any health-related condition. Diagnosis and treatment of all health conditions should only be performed by your doctor of chiropractic or other licensed health care professional.
We offer 3 unique styles of massage.
Traditional Relaxation & Deep Tissue Massages, practiced by Tara Hoch LMT, are fantastic for easing tense muscles and relaxing the mind and body. Tara is an expert at treating muscle and joint injuries, reducing pain and stiffness and facilitating recovery after auto accidents and work injuries.
AMMA Bodywork Therapy, practiced by Leslie Bower LMT is an ancient and extremely specialized form of skilled bodywork that integrates deep tissue manipulation, pressure application, friction, and touch to specific acupoints, energy channels, muscles, ligaments, and joints. AMMA Bodywork Therapists are trained in the principles of Holistic Nutrition, eastern dietary principles, and the use of Chinese herbs.
SOMA Structural Integration and Massage, practiced by Jeff Greiner LMT, is a system of bodywork that pays particular attention to the fascia (or connective tissue network). SOMA releases tension in the fascia and thus provides relief from chronic pain and tension and improves overall structural alignment.
Choose any style for only $47 (1 per client)
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Everyday activities that cause postural stress and spinal misalignments:
1. Prolonged sitting
2. Sitting after vigorous activity
3. Lying and resting with poor posture
4. Improper lifting
5. Prolonged standing
6. Working in stooped positions
Postural stress slowly weakens and distorts the structure and function of your spine and nerve system. Postural stress progressively weakens the ligaments and discs that support the spine and can stretch and irritate the spinal cord and spinal nerves that run between the spinal bones. If you make the effort to maintain good posture throughout each day, you can significantly reduce postural stress and improve the health of your entire body!
Prolonged sitting:
Many people sit more than 8-10 hrs per day. We sit at our desks, in the car, on the bus,
at the dinner table, on the couch, etc. And we do this everyday… for years! Let’s do the math:
8 hrs/ day x 365 days year= 2920 hrs of sitting every year! Improper sitting is one of the most common causes of spinal dysfunction. On average, 1/3 of your life is spend sitting, so let’s learn how to do it right.
Rule #1: Do not slouch. Maintain the proper curves (lordosis) in your neck and back.
Keep your chin up and your head back over your shoulders. If the seat
has a backrest, use a rolled towel to support the low back.
Rule #2: Interrupt periods of prolonged sitting with motion. Move the hips forward and
back, right and left 10 times, and/or stand up and walk around.
Do this at least once every hour.
Sitting after vigorous activity:
Rule #1: Use your pillow to support your neck and head. When lying on your
back make a deep hollow in the center of your pillow to rest the back of your head. When on your side, use the pillow to keep your head and neck straight. Do not rest with head and neck in a kinked position.
Rule #2: Do not sleep on your stomach with your head turned. This places
extreme stress on the upper neck and is the cause of many problems.
Lifting:
Lifting objects with your back greatly increases the stress to your spine and discs. Every
Rules for lifting:
1. stand as close to the object to be lifted as possible. Bend your knees
or use a stool if necessary. Do not reach out for objects.
2. maintain proper spinal curves
3. get a secure grip and keep the object as close to you as possible.
4. lift objects slowly off the floor with your legs.
5. once you are upright and holding the object, shift your feet to turn
and avoid twisting the lower body.
Rule summary: Keep the object close to you, do not twist the lower body, and
Maintain proper spinal curves.
Prolonged standing:
Prolonged standing causes fatigue of the postural muscles of the back. When this
happens, the curve in your low back becomes excessive and your stomach hangs out.
This is the opposite position to the slouched position.
2 ways to maintain a youthful spine and nerve system
Will Improve Your Life!!
Many of my current clients have told me that when they went to their doctor following their accident, they received a brief examination, given pain medication and released. Few of them were x-rayed, and even fewer were referred to chiropractors to detect subtle spine and muscle injuries. A February 2001 study in the Journal of Clinical Epidemiology revealed that accident victims, classified as having “minor” injuries experienced a threefold increase of neck and shoulder pain 7 years after their accidents. Another study published in 1997 in the American Journal of Arthritis and Rheumatology found that 21.6% of adults with neck injuries developed Fibromyalgia with 1 year of their injury! Don’t just walk away from the accident and think that you will be fine. Everyone who is involved in an automobile accident has the right to a complete chiropractic evaluation to detect subtle injuries to the spine and muscles that can result in an increased risk of headache, back pain, fatigue, stomach pain, sleep disturbance and general ill health years later. If you or someone you know has been in an auto accident, call our office today at 206-860-9090 to schedule a chiropractic evaluation
Thats what motivates us and drives us to continually improve the quality of our services.
We know that every person we help creates a positive shift for us, for them, for their family, community, and all humanity.
The goals for The Vital Energy Center are to:
Substantially improve our patients health and well-being far beyond "back-pain problems".
Provide our patients with self-care education to promote a lifetime of health & wellness
Help our patients understand the primary that chiropractic, nutrition, and massage have in the restoration and maintenance of good health.
Give you access to the best natural healers in one convenient location.
Here are several of the many studies across multiple disciplines on manual muscle testing and applied kinesiology.
The first study is a fantastic synopsis of 19 peer reviewed -clinically researched cases and their response to applied kinesiology manual muscle testing and chiropractic treatment.
http://www.chiroandosteo.com/content/pdf/1746-1340-15-4.pdf
10 years worth of Structured Abstracts from the International College of Applied Kinesiology, ICAK Collected Papers: ICAK Applied Kinesiology Collected Papers Structured Abstracts 2006-1996.doc (601 kb)
Whats your anti-oxidant score?
What does the Pharmanex BioPhotonic Scanner measure?
The S2 Anti-oxidant scanner measures the level of carotenoid antioxidants in the skin. The level of skin carotenoids is a very good indicator of overall serum anti-oxidant levels. Anti-oxidants are substances that help protect your cells against the effects of free radicals. Free radicals are molecules produced stress, the breaking down of food, and by environmental exposures like air pollution, water pollution, tobacco smoke and radiation. Free radicals can damage cells, and may play a role in heart disease, cancer and other diseases. Your Anti-oxidant score is an important indicator of the strength of your body’s overall antioxidant defense system.
Is the Pharmanex BioPhotonic Scanner backed by science?
The use of Raman Spectroscopy for biological measurements is an established scientific discipline backed by years of research. The Pharmanex BioPhotonic Scanner are patented applications of Raman Spectroscopy for the measurement of
carotenoid antioxidant nutrients in living tissue for the improvement of nutrition. The use of Raman Spectroscopy for the assessment of human tissue carotenoids has been validated by at least eight peer-reviewed studies conducted by third party entities unrelated to Pharmanex or the supplementation industry (Bernstein,1998, 2002; Ermakov, 2004a, 2004b; Gellermann, 2004,2002; Hata, 2000; Zhao, 2003).
How can I increase my score?
You can increase your Skin Carotenoid Score by eating a 9-13 servings of fruits and vegetables daily, and adding supplements like Lifepak nano, a very high-quality, comprehensive nutritional supplement that is guaranteed to raise your score. In addition, our nutritionist Eliza Carlson can help you create a personalized program to boost your score and improve your overall nutritional status. Just ask Heather (heather@thevitalenergycenter.com) to schedule your nutritional consultation with Eliza .
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