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Hydration and Spinal Health
Hydration and Spinal Health Much like driving a car fueled by gas, our bodies can’t function properly without water. Without proper fuel, a vehicle’s engine will break down or become unreliable. Our bodies are made up of 70% water, and without proper hydration, our ability to function is diminished substantially. Since childhood, we’ve been told to drink water so accepting this reality comes easy. However, if you look further into this, you’ll find that water is more important than you may realize. Water is key to regulating body temperature, transporting nutrients, and lubricating joints. Without proper hydration, the body is
Continue ReadingConcurrent Care: Power in Collaboration
The Tuck Chiropractic practice is carried out at 11 clinics across Virginia which is very convenient for patients. But, being spread out makes it imperative to use a clinical approach that guarantees patients will experience consistent care no matter which office they choose. Tuck Chiropractic Clinic has adopted a model we call “concurrent care,” to offer patients not only the convenience of many offices, but also the advantage of the collective expertise of the healthcare providers involved in their care. This collaborative approach also reinforces Tuck’s Commitment to Excellence, which includes: Obtaining the most effective and efficient outcomes for patients,
Continue ReadingBalance and Your Back
Whether you are an athlete training for the next big game or a senior participating in day-to-day activities, balance plays a huge role in your life. From walking to running or bending to lifting, balance determines your control over movement throughout your body. Harvard Medical School uses the example of a broken ankle dilemma to explain the role balance plays in recovery and preventative care. Imagine an athlete breaks an ankle and needs to recover. Physicians must not only fix the break, but ensure preventative measures are taken to strengthen the ankle. In the case of a senior taking a
Continue ReadingChicken Caprese Recipe | Tuck Test Kitchen
We love interacting with our patients, friends, and followers over social media. Over time, we’ve developed a sense of community and have had some really meaningful interactions. Recently, we put out a request for nutritious recipes, so that the Tuck Test Kitchen could give something new a try. We lucked out, a recipe suggestion was left that was really easy, really good, and really healthy. It was suggested that we make Chicken Caprese. While there are many versions of Chicken Caprese out there we liked this option because it uses fresh ingredients and everything is cooked in one pan. Beyond
Continue ReadingPassion and Life’s Calling: Welcome, Dr. Flynn!
The moment Dr. Anna Occhiuzzi-Flynn (Dr. Flynn) knew chiropractic was her calling didn’t come as you may expect. Her plan was to graduate from high school and ultimately work as an administrator. However, as life sometimes goes that wasn’t the case. During her youth, Dr. Flynn had never visited a chiropractor or had an adjustment. “At 10 years old I had leg pain, and a family doctor prescribed me Valium. I took one pill and threw the prescription away,” Dr. Flynn explained. “I innately knew it was not the right path.” Unbeknownst to her – this was the beginning of
Continue ReadingCongratulations Dr. Tuck!
In exciting news, the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) recently re-elected Dr. Ray Tuck as chairman and governor of its Board of Governors (BOG). The re-election occurred in March during ACA’s annual meeting in Washington, D.C. Dr. Tuck has been a member of ACA leadership since 2007. He was elected to the ACA BOG in 2013 as the District 3 Governor of the Board and was elected to serve as Chairman of the Board in 2016. In addition his role on the Board, he is a member of the Investment Committee and the Council on Pediatrics. The American Chiropractic Association is
Continue ReadingDr. Rathmann – A Strong Community Leader
We were recently honored to learn one of our very own was nominated for a regional leadership award though the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Jen Rathmann, who serves in our Blacksburg Clinic, was nominated for the award of Accomplished Business Woman of the Year. While Dr. Rathmann would be the last person to make a big deal of such recognition, we know how important it is to celebrate the incredible leader that she is. Dr. Rathmann is one of those leaders who makes time not excuses. Like most of us, she is busy keeping up with the day-to-day demands of
Continue ReadingThe Opioid Crisis in Virginia, North Carolina, and Beyond
Where Does Chiropractic Care Fit In? In Virginia, the Department of Health is predicting that over 1,000 people died from opioid overdose in 2016, a 33 percent jump from the previous year. Just four months ago, the state’s health commissioner, Dr. Marissa J. Levine, had declared Virginia’s opioid addiction and overdose crisis a public health emergency. As a result, emergency provisions were put in place to deal with the epidemic in the state. And the situation is just as severe in North Carolina, where the state’s Department of Health and Human Services labeled opioid addiction its “number one public health
Continue ReadingServing and Leading with Chiropractic | Dr. Anthony Hamm
It all began when he was a young child. Dr. Anthony “Tony” Hamm witnessed his stepfather eliminate pain for countless patients with chiropractic and this type of healthcare was captivating to him. He specifically recalls that as he grew, he realized how much he, “liked the fact that it was drug-free and effective.” Beyond that, Dr. Hamm noted, “There also seemed to be a great deal of patient satisfaction.” His path forward in life was clear; he was going to follow in his stepfather’s footsteps and become a chiropractor. When Dr. Hamm was in high school, he began planning the best
Continue Reading4 Positive Changes to Better Your Health
What do you think the most predictive characteristic for low back pain chronicity and future disability is? Obesity? Prior back surgery? Type of injury? What would you say if we told you multiple studies have shown the most predictive factor for progression of low back pain from acute to chronic are psychological factors like depression, fear avoidance, and poor outlook? You may have never considered a possible link between health, pain, and attitude. While it may be difficult to stay positive during all situations in life, there are positive steps you can take to enhance your overall health and wellbeing.
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