Valencia Chiropractor talk’s about balance

Are Your Kids being Treated for  SCOLIOSIS properly?      

Scoliosis is something that should be taken very seriously and therefore the screening process needs to be taken seriously as well.  Unfortunately, our school systems don’t have the resources to hire skilled individuals to perform proper scoliosis screenings.  Often, the schools perform a massive quick screen where they herd our children in and out of the exam.  The best way to screen for scoliosis is to do a complete skeletal exam and possibly x-rays by your chiropractor or pediatrician.   “Adolescent Scoliosis” is the most common form and usually appears around puberty.  Young girls are most affected, with a ratio of 9 to 1 over males.  There is a critical time period for progression, which may be rapid, and occurs between the ages of 12 and 16.  If your child has not been screened “properly” please get it done.  If your child has been diagnosed with scoliosis there are treatment options available beyond bracing and surgery.  It is important to learn the proper exercises and treatment to help slow the progression and perhaps stop it.  Many of you have learned about your scoliosis here in my office, later in life, when it has become more and more painful. We may be able to avoid that with early detection in our kids.

Here is a simple exercise that you can do at home with no exercise equipment.
It works the longus capitis, longus colli, SCM (sternocleidomastoid) muscles.
The purpose of this exercise is to increase neck strength and muscular endurance.
The benefits are improved stability, functional strength and injury prevention.

Begin by lying on the back with the head extended off the table, maintaining a chin tuck position.
Slowly extend the head back towards the floor and then raise the head, returning to the initial neutral starting position and repeat as instructed.
Move slowly through the range of motion.
Slowly return to start position.
Repeat for prescribed repetitions and sets.

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Here is a simple exercise that you can do at home with no equipment.
It works the biceps femoris, semimembranosus, semitendinosus muscles.
The purpose of this exercise is to increase knee strength and muscular endurance.
By doing this exercise you can have the benefits of improved stability, functional strength and injury prevention.

Begin lying on floor facing up.
Bend knees so feet are firmly on floor.
Extend arms upward toward ceiling.
Activate core muscles.
Lift hips off floor to attain a bridge position with knees, hips and shoulders in alignment.
Slowly return to start position.
Repeat for prescribed repetitions and sets.

Initially, you may develop some cramping in the back of your thigh. A simple hamstring stretch before and after may prevent this from occurring.
Slowly return to start position.
Repeat for prescribed repetitions and sets.

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Here is a simple exercise that you can do at home with no equipment.
It works the gluteus medius/minimus, piriformis and hip lateral rotators muscles.
The purpose of this exercise is to Increase hip strength and muscular endurance. By doing this exercise you can have the benefits of Improved stability, functional strength and injury

Begin lying on side on the floor with legs extended.
Top leg should attain a straight line through hip and shoulder.
Bottom leg may be bent for added stability.
Activate core muscles.
Lift top leg upward, abducting leg as foot simultaneously rotates. This will result in a toe-up position.
Slowly return to start position.
Repeat for prescribed repetitions and sets.

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Here is a simple exercise that you can do at home with no equipment.
It works the peroneus longus/brevis, tibialis anterior, tibialis posterior, gastrocnemius, soleus muscles.
The purpose of this exercise is to improve muscular endurance, ankle strength, and proprioception.
By doing this exercise you can have the benefits of Improved stability, functional strength and injury prevention.

Begin seated in a chair with good posture.
Extend leg.
Attempt to write alphabet from A through Z with toes, moving ankle in all directions.
Repeat for prescribed sets.

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“What is a DETOX Diet, and should I do it?”

  (Learn what it is and how it can help you.)

The answer to the latter part of the question is yes, but do it safely.  A “detox diet” can be safe and effective but it can be harmful as well.  To understand this type of diet we have to understand the terminology behind it.  Detox, short for detoxification, is the removal of potentially toxic substances from the body.  A toxin (as in de-TOX-in) is a chemical or poison that is known to have harmful effects on the body. Advocates of detox diets say our bodies are continually overloaded with toxins from, for example, pollution, cigarette smoke, pesticides, a poor diet, food additives, alcohol and caffeine. As these toxins build up in our system, any number of health problems can occur, including weight gain, cellulite, headaches, dull skin, bloating, fatigue, lowered immunity, aches and pains, and a general lack of wellbeing. The process of detoxing helps to remove these toxins from the body with the result that you lose weight, feel healthier and begin recovery from all those other niggling health problems.

Generally, a detox diet is a short-term diet that minimizes the amount of chemicals ingested, (e.g. by choosing organic food) emphasizes foods and supplements that provide the vitamins, nutrients, and antioxidants that the body needs for detoxification.  It also includes foods and supplements that draw out and eliminate toxins. But remember urination and bowel movements are our body’s way of eliminating these toxins, so, most detox diets will increase the frequency of our natural elimination process.  Make sure you see a doctor or healthcare specialist that uses natural whole food products and supplements for the detoxification aspect of the diet. The quality of the food supplements is crucial and must be taken seriously.  And remember you should always consult a doctor before you begin a detox diet to make sure that it is safe for you to do.  To start your detox diet call Dr. Jeff Bowne, D.C. and schedule a detox consultation.  (661-288-2224, on Town Center Drive)

The truth is that it works.  Some studies have shown an 86% effectiveness, whereas the odds of effectiveness of drugs and surgery are no better than flipping a coin.  However, be aware that some doctors and manufacturers claim to achieve spinal decompression with their machine but do not have the research to support their claims.  As of now, there is only one product available that has the research to support the claim of non-invasive spinal decompression and that is the DRX9000™True Spinal Decompression machine.  The DRX9000™ is the only therapeutic device with FDA 510 K clearance for True Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression™.

The DRX9000™ is unique in its ability to avoid the protective reaction from low back muscles during therapy.  The body’s natural reaction is to resist and tighten in response to manipulation or induced decompression and stretching.  Under these conditions of resistance, True Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression™ cannot occur. Engineered to avoid this natural resistance, the DRX9000™ was created to deliver a series of gentle stretch/relax motions and sequences with unique precision.  In this manner, muscular spasm is completely avoided.

The DRX9000™ is a precision-engineered system that has a motor feedback mechanism, making specific and controlled adjustments during treatments, which are required for True Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression™. Traditional traction devices do not have feedback systems necessary to achieve the gentle and smooth action that is required for True Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression™.

If you have been diagnosed or have been suffering from herniated discs, sciatica, degenerative disc disease or facet syndrome, you may be a candidate for non-surgical spinal decompression. However, it should only be done by a doctor utilizing the DRX9000™ technology.  As of now, no other machine has the science, the U.S. patents, or the FDA clearance to support the claim of true spinal decompression.  If you think you may be a candidate, contact Dr. Jeff Bowne, D.C. at 288-2224.

Here is a simple exercises that you can do at home with no equipment.

It works the multifidus, erector spinae, transverse abdominus, oblique muscles.

The purpose of this exercise is to Increase low back strength and muscular endurance. By doing this exercise you can have the benefits of Improved stability, functional strength and injury prevention

Begin lying on your back.

Extend arms above head flat on floor.

Activate core and lift knees above hips and maintain a 90/90 hip and knee position.

Activate core.

Lift one arm off the floor and raise it towards ceiling until above shoulder level while simultaneously extending one leg downward towards floor.

Pause momentarily.

Return to start position, alternating sides.

Core activation should be maintained throughout entire exercise.

Repeat for recommended repetitions and sets.


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Body: Here is a simple exercise that you can do at home with no equipment.

It works the areas related to the shoulder such as deltoid – anterior, deltoid – lateral, pec major – clavical head, and coracobrachialis muscles.

The purpose of this exercise is to Increase shoulder strength and muscular endurance. By doing this exercise you can have the benefits of Improved stability, functional strength and injury p

Begin on floor on hands and knees.

Hips should be above knees and shoulders above hands. Attain a straight spine position.

Activate core muscles. While maintaining a straight spine, reach forward until arm is at shoulder level. Slowly return to start position.

Repeat for prescribed repetitions and sets.

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Involves no equipment.

This exercise works the abdominal, oblique internal/external, iliopsoa muscles.

The purpose is to increase abdominal strength and muscular endurance.

The benefits include improved stability, functional strength and injury prevention.

Begin lying on floor.

Lift knees so that a 90º position is attained at hip and knees. Place hands beside ears. Activate core.

Lift shoulder off floor approximately 6 inches attempting to bring elbow toward opposite opposite knee so that both simultaneously meet.

Return to start position and repeat on opposite side. Continue alternating sides until recommended repetitions are complete.

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