Antrim Chiropractic Center, LLC

In summary, sitting in a slouched position makes your muscles and joints work much harder to perform simple movements, which over time can lead to injuries and PAIN. Our office is a member of ChiroTrust and has taken The ChiroTrust Pledge: To the best of my ability, I agree to provide my patients convenient, affordable, and mainstream Chiropractic care. I will not use unnecessary long-term treatment plans and/or therapies.... Antrim Chiropractic Center, Greencastle, PA www.DrDerrikMetzblog.com Open Mon.-Thur. 9am-6pm To Make an Appointment, Call 717-597-0028 or schedule online at www.antrimchiropractic.com See more

Green space reduces risks of death from cardiovascular disease....and more up-to-date health research. Exercise: Group Classes Can Ease Loneliness for Seniors. Among a group of 382 older adults, those who participated in a group exercise class reported a decrease in feelings of loneliness and a greater sense of social contentedness.... American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, November 2020 Chiropractic: Smartphone Use and Musculoskeletal Pain. Examinations of twenty smartphone users in various postures as they interacted with their electronic device revealed that prolonged phone use is associated with a significant increase in neck flexion and in cervical and upper extremity complaints, regardless of whether they stood or sat or used either one or both hands. Doctors of chiropractic commonly treat patients with smartphone-related neck and shoulder pain using manual therapies and specific exercises. Work, October 2020 Mental Attitude: Being Underweight Linked to Elevated Dementia Risk. According to a study that looked at health records of over 500,000 adults, those identified as underweight (body mass index below 18.5) had a 91% higher risk for dementia than participants in the healthy weight range. Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, December 2020 Wellness/Prevention: Green Space Good for the Heart. New research suggests that even small increases in green space in a community can lead to a reduction in deaths from cardiovascular disease. The finding adds to a growing body of research linking regular exposure to greenery with improved health and longevity. American Heart Association, November 2020

A 2017 study of chronic low back pain (3 months or more) and low Vitamin D levels. Antrim Chiropractic Center, Greencastle, PA www.DrDerrikMetzblog.com Open Mon.-Thur. 9am-6pm... To Make an Appointment, Call 717-597-0028 or schedule online @ www.antrimchiropractic.com See more

Some very interesting up-to-date research here today! Could wine and chocolate decrease blood pressure? How about lifting weights with one arm only can help decrease loss of strength and muscle mass in your other arm!...Continue reading

Research shows chiropractic manipulative therapy(HVLA), coupled with exercise, results in superior outcomes. Derrik Metz, D.C. 11416 Williamsport Pike Greencastle, PA 17225... (717) 597-0028 Member of ChiroTrust www.drderrikmetzblog.com See more

Studies show spinal manipulation is superior to medication for neck pain. Adding home exercises with chiropractic adjustments improves outcomes even more. Doing your homework(exercises) pays off!

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The data is clear. Who you see first for a back injury greatly determines outcomes. Those who consult first with a surgeon, have surgery 43% of the time. A Chiropractor? 1.5%

Does your low back pain feel better with bending, or extending (bending backwards)? This is a simple first step that will point you in the direction of what home exercises will work the best for your condition. Derrik Metz, D.C. 11416 Williamsport Pike Greencastle, PA 17225... (717) 597-0028 Member of ChiroTrust www.drderrikmetzblog.com

Social distance. Wear a mask. Wash hands. Social distance. Wear a mask. Wash hands. Social distance. Wear a mask. Wash hands. All of these help reduce the spre...ad of the virus. But what’s missing from this narrative? The importance of taking Vitamin D. Vitamin D deficiency has emerged as a primary risk factor for severe C0VID-19 infection and death. Higher vitamin D levels have even been shown to lower your risk of testing positive for the virus in the first place. According to a Spanish study, 82.2% of C0VID-19 patients tested were found to be deficient in Vitamin D. One study found your risk of developing a severe case of, and dying from, C0VID-19 virtually disappears once your vitamin D level gets above 30 ng/mL (75 nmol/L). Research study here: https://academic.oup.com//d/10.1210/clinem/dgaa733/5934827

Blood pressure can actually vary with the seasons. Studies show it's directly related to the sun or lack of sun(higher BP). Antrim Chiropractic Center, Greencastle, PA www.DrDerrikMetzblog.com Open Mon.-Thur. 9am-6pm... To Make an Appointment, Call 717-597-0028 or schedule online @ www.antrimchiropractic.com See more

Up-to-date healthcare research. Diet: High-Sugar Diet May Spell Trouble for the Gut and Colitis. In a recent experiment, researchers observed a worsening of colitis symptoms in mice fed increased amounts of sucrose, fructose, and glucose. Furthermore, the investigators noted detrimental changes in the gut microbiota of these rodents, as well as signs of bacterial infection and a thinning of the mucus layer, which protects the lining of the large intestine.... Science Translational Medicine, October 2020 Exercise: Stand and Move More, Sit Less. The accumulation of visceral adipose tissuefat that surrounds the internal organsis associated with an elevated risk for both type 2 diabetes and heart disease. An analysis of data concerning 3,543 men and women revealed a link between time spent engaged in sedentary activities and higher amounts of visceral adipose tissue, while walking and standing were both linked to reduced levels of fat around the organs. Obesity Research & Clinical Practice, November 2020 Chiropractic: Exercise Education Beneficial for Back Pain. Chronic low back pain patients who received a consultation that included information on how to perform back-specific exercises experienced reductions in pain and disability and improvements in quality of life that remained during a six-month follow-up appointment. Doctors of chiropractic often incorporate exercise instruction into treatment plans for patients with chronic low back pain. Modern Rheumatology, October 2020 Mental Attitude: Depression Strongly Tied to Stroke. According to a study that involved over 14,500 middle-aged adults, depressive symptoms at midlife are associated with up to a 54% increased risk for stroke over the following decade. Study co-author Dr. Virginia Howard explains, There are a number of well-known risk factors for stroke, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease; but we are beginning to understand that there are nontraditional risk factors as well, and having depressive symptoms looms high on that list. Neurology: Clinical Practice, October 2020 Wellness/Prevention: Avoiding Injury As a Caregiver. To reduce the risk for injury while caring for a sick or injured loved one, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons recommends the following: keep your head and neck properly aligned, maintain the natural curve of your spine by bending at your hips and knees instead of your back, avoid twisting when carrying a person, keep your feet shoulder-width apart to help maintain your balance, and use your leg muscles to lift and/or pull. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, October 2020