The Wills Chiropractic Blog

At Wills Chiropractic, we are committed to helping our patients achieve better health naturally. Like chiropractic care, acupuncture is based on the belief that the body can heal itself. Acupuncture is used to help balance energy by stimulating blood flow and targeting specific areas of the body. You may have already heard of the benefits of acupuncture when it comes to chronic pain relief, but acupuncture can help with so much here. Here are some of the surprising benefits of acupuncture.

Summer is in full swing and that means warm temperatures, beach vacations, and long days soaking it all in. Although this summer is different than what we had in mind, we can’t help but feel excited for the season – no schoolwork, late nights watching movies, and fun-filled days. As enjoyable as the summer season is, it can be trouble for some. If your body isn’t ready for the increased activity and movement that comes during the summer months, it could cause some painful problems. To make sure you have a healthy and happy summer, start with chiropractic care.

One of the most common health tips has got to be to drink more water. The human body is made up of about 60% water and when it isn’t properly hydrated, dehydration can take hold. This is especially true during the summer months as heat draws water from the body. Here’s what you need to know about dehydration and your spine.

If you’ve ever experienced an injury from a workout or even just moving the wrong way, you’ve probably wondered if you should plug in the heating pad or pull out the ice back. We often hear people do both, which can further aggravate the injury. Instead of getting stuck being in pain, follow our tips so you know when to use heat or ice therapy.

As we start to enjoy the summer season, we’re seeing a pattern in patients suffering from back and neck pain that is preventing them from doing the things they love. Whether your pain increases when you are participating in certain activities or is stopping you from doing them altogether, pain is a clear indicator that something isn’t right. Here’s how chiropractic can help.

Summer has officially started and most of us are looking forward to some fun in the sun. When the hot air hits and school is out, it is easy to relax and not take things too seriously. Work? We’ll take vacation. Diets? More like sundaes and snow cones. But the relaxed nature of summer makes it one of the most important times to strive to protect your health and wellness. One way to do this is with chiropractic care. Chiropractic is easy, quick, and comes with a ton of benefits. If you want to improve your health without the hassle, check out these reasons why you should add it to your summer routine.

Father’s Day is this weekend and that means celebrating all the wonderful dads and father figures in our lives. For Father’s Day this year, why don’t you give dad the gift he really needs – his health! Many of the male patients we treat neglect their own health in order to take of their families first, but a healthy dad is a dad that can help the whole family live better lives. Here is why you should consider taking care of dad this Father’s Day with chiropractic.

We can’t tell you how many patients we’ve treated who suffer from muscular and joint pain on a daily basis. If you’ve experienced an injury and now suffer from consistent aches, pains, sore joints, and tired muscles, it has surely put a pause on your lifestyle. You may be wondering what treatment option to opt for when injured: chiropractic or physical therapy. Well, why not combine both? Here’s what you need to know.