Diamond Chiropractic

A few smart ways to give your eyeballs a rest. Working your eyes too hard can lead to eyestrain, that must-close-my-lids sensation often accompanied by blurred vision, headaches and neck pain, says Avnish Deobhakta, MD, assistant professor of ophthalmology at New York City's Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Perk up tired peepers by following this advice: See an eye doc.   Visit an optometrist to rule out presbyopia, a condition that affects your ability to clearly view nearby objects, leading to eyestrain. Everyone develops some degree of presbyopia by the time they're 50, thanks to age-related hardening of the eye's lens, says Gardiner. If diagnosed, you'll need reading glasses or bifocals (over-the-counter or prescription, depending on severity). Pick a pair you'll enjoy wearing, since they can help your eyes see—and feel—better. Space out.   When you look at your computer screen, the ciliary muscle in your eye changes ...

The Natural State of Your Mind and Body is Health. Feeling Great Most people think that how they feel is an indicator of how healthy they are. It’s not true. Let’s say you unknowingly eat some spoiled food. Later you get stomach cramps and vomit. You certainly don’t feel well, but thankfully your body is functioning correctly. Imagine the tragic consequences of taking a drug to calm your stomach, retaining the toxic food!                                           Coughing, sneezing and even fevers may actually be signs that your body is working correctly: the definition of true health. Functioning Great Your brain, spinal cord and all of your nerves control and regulate your body. Every cell, tissue, organ and system (even your immune system!) take orders from your nervous system. Thus, true health is how well your nervous system is orchestrating the worki...

Doing your best to stay naturally healthy doesn't just add life to your years…it can add years to your life. And with so much to see and do across the globe, who doesn't want to live longer and happier? Here are a few suggestions to do just that. Maintain an ideal posture. Aside from causing back or neck pain, poor alignment and postural deviations may suggest unresolved emotional issues. Shun alcohol and tobacco. Tobacco narrows the arteries and restricts blood circulation. Too much alcohol can counter any positive benefits. Cultivate your spiritual connection. Those who regularly worship, meditate or maintain their connection to God are shown to enjoy greater life expectancy. Accept what is. Make life the kind of adventure that will compel you to see how it all turns out! Eliminate unnecessary stress. Your ability to accommodate stress is based on the condition of your nervous system–this is one way regular chiropractic care may help you live longer. Keep...

Poor sleeping, texting and other routine activities can literally be a pain in the neck. Here are some tips to remember that can help you avoid neck pain: DO: Choose a pillow that supports and maintains your neck’s natural curve. A pillow that is too soft doesn’t give your neck the support it needs, and pain can result. DON’T: Bend your head down for any length of time to text or use another electronic device. Doing so can cause unnecessary strain and resulting pain. DO: Perform regular strengthening and stretching neck exercises each day DON’T: Burden your back and neck with a backpack, bag or briefcase that is too heavy. Lighten your load. DO: Be conscious of how long you’re sitting. If you’re sitting for long periods, set a timer on your phone to get up and move so your muscles get some much-needed activity. Over-sitting can actually lead to pinched nerves and pain.

Technology is amazing when it keeps people connected but it comes at a price. Every year, more workers are experiencing tech neck symptoms due to prolonged periods working on the computer. We're All Spending Too Much Time Staring At Screens. The act of holding your head flexed and forward while looking down at your handheld device and/or laptop screen places your cervical spine in a tenuous position. Take care of your body, and do what you can to avoid neck pain, even if it means disconnecting from a constantly connected high-tech world. Here a few simple steps to help you start: * Designate time away from the computer each day * While at work stand up every 20 minutes AND Take a 3 minutes walking rest break each hour, OR Stand up every 15 minutes & bounce around for a minute before sitting back down * Sit in a chair with a headrest * Block distracting sites that are making you spend more time on the computer * Place your computer monitor directly ...

If you've never thought much about whether you’re sitting or standing stance is doing harm to your health, you might want to start before you find yourself in a bad mood. Whenever you’re sitting at a computer, be conscious of your posture and keep your feet evenly planted on the ground. As many people are finding themselves spending more time sitting slumped behind a screen or standing on their feet for hours on end without a break, paying attention to your posture is more important than ever. Here's why: Each time we lean forward 60 degrees, the stress placed on our neck is increased dramatically. This can lead to numbness, pain, pinched nerves and improper breathing—none of which are good for your mood! Stress on your neck can also lead to tense upper back and shoulder muscles, resulting in headaches which can be very frequent for some with poor posture. Your body language is closely related to posture. A slumped stance can make us appear sad, afraid or...

Four Habits of a Happy Spine We often experience pain when something isn't working properly. By that logic, feeling good would mean that everything is working fine, right? Not always. Because it's often easier to tell when your spine isn't as healthy as it could be, we'd like to share four habits of a happy, healthy spine. 1. It's carried well. For a healthy spine, good posture is crucial. This doesn't mean just standing up straight when you're moving about, but also being conscious of how you sit when you're at work or home and even how you sleep in your bed. 2. There's always time for exercise. A happy, healthy spine needs regular exercise to function well. So, what's the best way to exercise your spine? Work the muscles around it like your abs so they're strong enough to maintain its proper position. 3. It gets proper nutrients. When we eat healthily, chances are we're more conscious of how it may help our cloth...