The Wellness Blog
Comparing Notes: How Dell Medical School Is Inspiring Multi-Disciplinary Care Across the Nation
Earlier this month, Dr. Tuck and Dr. LaBarbera had the pleasure of paying a visit to the University of Texas, Austin’s Dell Medical School to tour their integrated multi-disciplinary clinic at the Musculoskeletal Institute and hear insights and outcomes from doctors and patients. After seeing leaders of the school present their model at South by Southwest earlier this year, there was a keen interest in learning more about what they’ve been working on. As Tuck Chiropractic Clinic works to become an example of this model for the state of Virginia and chiropractors across the nation, the visit was just another
Continue ReadingProtecting Your Stiff Joints in the Winter
With temperatures dropping, many of us with stiff or sore joints notice an uptick in our pain. While there is not an exact science as to why this happens, it’s usually attributed to the drop in barometric pressure that happens in the winter. This factor is what causes your tendons, muscles, and the surrounding tissues to expand. This can be very painful for some. Here are some of our tips to help reduce discomfort when the winter approaches. 1. Layers Maybe an obvious tip, but still very effective in reducing joint pain. If the cold is the stimulant for pain, staying warm
Continue ReadingUsing International Insights to Better Our Continuing Education
In his role as president of the American Chiropractic Association, Dr. Tuck recently traveled to London, UK for the 10th Annual Chiropractic Education Conference, hosted by the World Federation of Chiropractic. This 4-day conference is centered around bringing together international educational experts in the chiropractic profession and beyond to showcase innovations in education for chiropractors. “My main goal was to see where the trends are going in terms of the evidence of chiropractic care delivery,” says Dr. Tuck. As President of Tuck Chiropractic, Dr. Tuck expresses that one of the main focuses at Tuck Clinics is to continually
Continue ReadingStaying on Track During the Holidays
One day after Halloween and the Thanksgiving and Christmas decorations and commercials are already swarming! Suddenly, the relaxed sense of fall has been whisked away with the leaves and it feels like “crunch time” until the end of the year. The holidays can be the most enjoyable time of the year, and the most stressful. With shorter days, it feels like you have less time to get everything on your to-do list done. Don’t let the hustle and bustle throw you off. It’s still important to take the time to focus on your personal wellness. Common Causes of Holiday Stress
Continue ReadingTaking Care of the Caretaker
It’s not every day that our doctors get a hug after an adjustment appointment, but when they do, it makes them feel like they made a special impact on a life. This is certainly the case for Dr. Matthis’s mother and son patients, Shannon and Taylor. Rising to a Challenge Five months ago, Shannon brought Taylor in to see Dr. Matthis after his special aide at school suggested that she bring him in for the neurological benefits that come with chiropractic care. Taylor, a young teenager, is on the autism spectrum and experiences a lot of muscle tension and headaches
Continue ReadingMaking an Impact with Flexibility and Humility
When sitting in the waiting room of the Tuck Clinic in Christiansburg, one may hear a yelp or holler coming from Dr. Matthis’s office. No- the patients are not screaming in pain, it’s just one of the many ways that Dr. Matthis works to help calm the nerves that may come along with getting an adjustment for the first time. Savings Lives with Humility To be a fly on the wall of his office is to watch every type of person come through his door feeling pain and leaving with a smile on their face. You may also spot a
Continue ReadingHow Webster's Technique Can Help Your Delivery
Bringing a child into the world is a beautiful thing, but it does cause a lot of changes to occur in the body. These changes can sometimes bring pain and discomfort. Chiropractic care is a proven, safe way to manage lower back pain and sciatica that often comes with the pressure of carrying a baby for 9 months. Receiving care throughout your pregnancy could help you manage these changes to your body and the strain the extra weight puts on your muscles and spine. But that’s not the only way chiropractic care can make a big difference during your pregnancy.
Continue ReadingChiropractic Care as a Preventative Measure
When one thinks about chiropractic care, they may think about loud pops and sore backs. There may be some truth to that, but back pain and adjustments are small components of chiropractic care. There are so many more benefits of visiting a chiropractor. You don’t even have to be in any immediate pain to take a visit! Chiropractic is an excellent preventative care method. In fact, making your first visit before you’re in pain can save you from experiencing it in the first place. Before The Pain The spine is possibly the most vulnerable part of the body. It bears the brunt
Continue ReadingChiropractic For Fibromyalgia
The practice of chiropractic care focuses on the spine and nervous system, which control and coordinate your musculoskeletal system and how your body moves and functions. When these systems are out of alignment, they can cause pain, tension, and limited mobility. While we are able to treat anyone with pain, there are certain groups of individuals that suffer from chronic illnesses that can especially benefit from our therapies and adjustments. Chronic illnesses that wreak havoc on the musculoskeletal and nervous system, such as fibromyalgia, can be managed with chiropractic care. Defining Fibromyalgia The National Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain Association defines fibromyalgia as “a chronic pain
Continue ReadingFrom Risk of Paralysis to New Found Independence
Barry Henry struggled with debilitating back pain since October of 2004. His journey was long, dark, and painful. He had seen doctors, endured shots, and even prepared himself for surgery. At one point, his doctor refused to operate on his back. He said that the risk for paralysis was too high risk to operate. Just when he thought he was out of options, his physical therapist recommended Tuck Chiropractic. His life was changed forever. The Path To Independence In October 2004, Henry woke up and couldn’t move from his bed. He back was in severe pain. This was just the
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