When Backpacks Equal Back Pain by Dr. Heinecke, Mountain Valley Chiropractic As the school year approaches here in Grand Junction, I see a familiar pattern every fall—kids are gearing up for a new routine, and their bodies are about to be put to the test. I immediately think about backpack posture. Earlier mornings. Heavier schedules. […]
My Head Hurts Did you know that approximately 45 million Americans experience headaches each year? That’s about 1 in 6 people—with over 8 million seeking medical attention annually. Are you seeking headache pain relief? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Types of Headaches Headaches come in many forms, but they’re generally classified into […]
The overwhelming majority of people will experience digestive difficulties from time to time—whether it’s simple indigestion, heartburn, nausea with meals, the sensation that nothing is moving through, food feeling stuck, diarrhea, constipation, or something else entirely. What you may not realize is that you’re likely not Tums-deficient. Instead, your digestive issues could be rooted in […]
Why Kids and Infants Need Chiropractic Too When adults experience chronic pain, poor posture, or injuries from slips and falls, chiropractic care is a common solution. But what about chiropractic care for kids? Most people assume that children don’t need chiropractic care because they haven’t spent decades developing poor habits, suffering from spinal neglect, or […]
What is a Subluxation? A subluxation, also known as a vertebral subluxation, occurs when one or more of the 24 vertebrae in your spine shifts out of alignment. This misalignment can irritate the surrounding soft tissues and smaller pain-sensing nerves, potentially impacting the larger spinal nerves. Your body has 31 pairs of spinal nerves branching […]