Diamond Chiropractic

Anybody who sits all day at work knows how painful it can become. This is why we were not that surprised to see a new article on ABC news which explains the dangers of sitting: "Standing Question: Could Sitting Too Long At Work Be Dangerous?" By Deborah Roberts and Jessica Hopper According to this article, those who stand at work say that it helps them to stay focused, avoid feeling they need a nap in the afternoon and even helps them shed pounds. Famous figures such as Donald Rumsfeld and novelist Philip Roth have already been doing it for years and now doctors are starting to say the same. Marc Hamilton, a physiologist at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center in Louisiana, has shown that an enzyme that burns fat was turned off when lab mice were prevented from standing up. Hamilton states, "This enzyme is virtually shut off within hours of not standing, completely independent of diet, comletely independent of weight changes. I think sitting is very dangerous."...

We came across an interesting article, "Life changes can put a smile on your face" written by Elizabeth Weise. Researchers in Germany, Holland and Australia have found that life changes can have a lot to do with life happiness. Since the 1980's psychologists have subscribed to the set-point theory of happiness, which says that happiness is 40%-50% genetic and that once you're an adult, there's not much you can do about how happy you are. A 26 year study of Germans, which has more than 60,000 people enrolled, suggests otherwise. Ongoing research shows that: *Women whose partners give high priority to family goals are significantly happier than women whose partners give family matters low priority. *Emphasizing success and material items is actually harmful to life satisfaction. *Working too little is worse than working too much (presumably because of lack of money), but not having work is worst of all. *For men, being underweight is associated with lower life satis...

Do you ever feel chained to your desk? If so, you aren't alone. For many office workers, spending all day behind a desk can have a detrimental effect on physical and mental health. That's why Dr. Diamond is concerned about ergonomics in the workplace. You may be wondering what this has to do with chiropractic. Improper ergonomics can spark what is known as vertebral subluxations. This common condition occurs when spinal movement is restricted or spinal bones become misaligned. Dr. Diamond corrects vertebral subluxations with safe and gentle maneuvers called chiropractic adjustments. As a prevention-oriented provider of health care, Dr. Diamond educates patients on strategies for avoiding vertebral subluxations, including proper posture and ergonomics. Sitting Down On the Job: How many hours did you spend sitting in your office chair today? Were you posture perfect or a serious slouch? Was your low back (lumbar area) properly supported at all times? And what about the rest of yo...

Pick a Focus Word , Sound or short phrase such as 'one' or 'hmmm' Sit Quietly in a comfortable position Close your eyes Relax your muscles , progressing from your feet to your calves, thigh, abdomen, shoulders, head and neck. Breathe slowly and naturally , and as you do, say your focus word, sound or phrase silently to yourself, as you exhale. Don't worry about how well you're doing. When other thoughts come to mind, simply say to yourself 'oh well' and gently return to your repetition. Continue for 10-20 minutes. Do not stand immediately . Continue sitting quietly for a minute or so, allowing other thoughts to return. Then open your eyes and sit for another minute before rising. Practice the technique once or twice daily. Good times to do so are before breakfast and before dinner.

Thanks to all of the great referrals through YELP in the July and August, Diamond Chiropractic was able to donate $174 to The Home for Llttle Wanderers. Please Check out our YELP page for the latest promotion involving Children's Hospital. http://www.yelp.com/biz/diamond-chiropractic-boston www.thehome.org www.childrenshospital.org

1. CARDIOVASCULAR ACTIVITY The Ideal : Do 30 minutes most days of the week. The surgeon general advises this near-daily regimen will help lower LDL (bad) cholesterol, raise HDL (good) cholesterol, and improve cardio health, reducing the risk for diabetes and heart disease. The next best thing : Take three 10-minute walks each day. Short bursts have real health benefits, says Cris Slentz, Ph.D., a senior research scientist at Duke University Medical Center, in Durham, North Carolina. Assuming the intensity is identical to that of a 30-minute workout, you'll burn the same number of calories and get the heart-health benefits. A few ideas: *Devote 10 minutes of your lunch hour to a brisk walk. *Climb a few flights of stairs several times a day instead of using the elevator. *Offer to take a friend's (energetic) dog for a walk. 2.FRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES The ideal : Have 5-9 servings of fresh fruits and vegetables daily. Eat such a bounty and you'll get a full ...

Pregnancy is frequently marked by dramatic changes in a mother-to-be's posture and spinal function. Dr. Diamond cares for expectant mothers with a unique approach, aimed at keeping them in optimal wellness, so that they may be well-rested and full of energy when their bundle of joy arrives. Read on to learn just a few of the reasons why pregnant women need chiropractic care: *Shorter Labors- According to a study presented at the World Chiropractic Congress, first time mothers who receive chiropractic care average 24% shorter labor times than women who are not under care. Chiropractic patients who have had previous children enjoy 39% shorter labors compared with control subjects. *Chiropractic May Lessen Labor Pain- Women who experience back pain throughout pregnancy often suffer back pain through delivery. Expectant mothers who receive chiropractic care are less likelky to battle backache during delivery. (J Manipulative Physiol Ther 1991;14;116-8) *Pregnancy & Back Pain- Backa...