Keep Moving, Stay Healthy

Spinal manipulative therapy has been around for 1,000's of years. In chiropractic we call it an "adjustment." The whole premise behind the adjustment is to assist the body in functioning and the adjustment helps the body move. Most human beings that have neuro muscular skeletal conditions acquire those conditions from the repetition of daily life. The bending, lifting, sneezing, carrying, sitting, mowing, etc. etc.- these are the causes of our spinal difficulties.

Very small % of spinal difficulties are caused by disease or pathology, thankfully.

What I am saying is that I need all of you to keep moving because movement is what keeps the body healthy. Whether it is stretching, exercising, working out, running, etc. All of these things have multiple benefits but the biggest benefit is when you move the body has a better chance of being healthy for all of its systems. Getting adjusted is just one of the ways to assist the body in functioning correctly.

Please try to remember to stretch in the morning like all of God's creatures do. Any animal that has a spinal column should do some stretching in the morning. If you have a pet at home, the first thing the pet does in the morning is stretch!

As Valentine's Day approaches, one of the best things you can do for your loved ones is preach- KEEP MOVING! We are here for your spinal needs anytime. Please have a loving Valentine's Day.

Yours in good health,

Dr. Ray and Staff

What's Super for your Arthritic Problems? CHIRO...

Happy Super Bowl Everyone. This fun entertainment spectacle brings lifting of your wings to your mouths and sitting watching the game, drinking your cans of beer with your head back into extension, even tossing the old pig skin around kicking up old shoulder pain. All of these things can be connected too- Osteoarthritis. 

Their are different forms of arthritis- Osteo being by far the most common. Unfortunately, over time and repetitive usage our joints become less fluid. The joint spaces decrease, the disks get thinner, the bone spurs grow, the cartilage lessens, etc. etc. (This is not to bum you out, this is to put a smile on your face). 

Not that chiropractic is the answer to take away Arthritis, but the number one thing to do to lessen the effect of these arthritic changes- is "Keep them moving." 

Stretching, exercising, walking, moving- this is what is best for the arthritic joint. So, it goes without saying but I will say it anyways, chiropractic should be included in any ones treatment for their arthritic symptoms because the essence behind chiropractic is helping with function and movement. 

Please call the office if you or anyone you know or work with is battling with arthritic symptoms and is not sure what to do. We are here to help.

Yours in good health,

Dr. Ray and Staff

Walk Softly and Carefully

Thankfully so far this winter has not been anything like the last winter from HELL! You never know what can happen, so I just want to remind everybody:

Please continue to walk with care and watch your steps. Unfortunately I know a patient who stepped out of his car, a little ice patch was right below, and he slipped and tore a ligament in his knee. So please when getting in and out of the cars- be careful, have sound footing and pay attention. When you walk out of your homes, check the sidewalk to make sure that it is not iced up.

I can't tell you how many patients I've seen over the years that have hurt themselves from winter weather and needed either my care, emergency care, or orthopedic care from injuries.

So, please walk softly and carefully.

Yours in good health,

Dr. Ray and Staff

2015 here we come!

On to 2015....

2014 saw much change, good times, and chiropractic love spread throughout Resnick Chiropractic. We love our new office and are overwhelmed with the response from patients, family, and friends. Thank you to all that have helped us transition this year. We look forward to 2015 and can't wait to continue our practice and move forward with chiropractic care for Chester County. Have a happy and a healthy New Year and we will see you in the office in 2015!

Yours in good health,

Dr. Ray and Staff

If You're Wrapping, Heed These Words...

I'm not trying to be funny (though I can be a funny guy) and I'm not trying to be silly (but my kids always tell me I'm ridiculously silly), BUT…

Always remember and never forget that sitting on the floor while wrapping your holiday gifts is really tough and not nice to your spine- especially your low back. Over the years I remind everybody to wrap the gifts sitting at a table with correct posture. I know it sounds funny but I have seen a bunch of patients over the years right after the holidays complaining and kvetching about increased spinal pain because they sat on the floor for hours and forgot to listen to the words of wisdom from Doctor Ray. 

The season has its own stresses to begin with, why add to them by not treating your body healthfully. 

I know its fun sitting on the floor with the kids wrapping the gifts near the tree or Hanukkah bush, but please heed these words. 

Have a joyous holiday season and give extra hugs to all of your loved ones.

Yours in good health,

Dr. Ray and Staff

Links, links, and more links...

The Doc just wanted to remind all patients, family, and friends that Resnick Chiropractic is not just limited to this Office Blog but stretches on multiple online platforms such as social media via Facebook-https://www.facebook.com/ResnickChiropractic, our website- www.resnickchiro.com, and using review sites such as Yelp!-http://www.yelp.com/biz/resnick-chiropractic-exton-2 

We also want to remind everyone that Holiday gift certificates are available in any quantity and can be purchased at the office during hours.

Look out for a holiday blog from the Doc coming soon and remember to feel as good as you can!

Yours in good health,

Dr. Ray and Staff