The Wellness Blog
Tuck Chiropractic Expands into North Carolina
We welcomed 2017 with big news as we announced a new clinic location in Botetourt, Virginia. The excitement hasn’t slowed down. We are thrilled to announce that Tuck Chiropractic Clinic has crossed state boundaries and we have established our first clinic location in North Carolina. Dr. Tuck explained, “As we looked to grow, North Carolina has always been on our ‘list’. This clinic, located in Goldsboro, represents our commitment to continue to provide convenient, professional, and consistent access to chiropractic care. Many of us on our leadership team have family connections in that area, so we are excited to have
Continue ReadingThe Tuck Philosophy: Feel Better. Live Better.
Every quarter our team comes together and decides on a new theme, or concept, that we want to share with you. The idea is to create a concept that embodies what we stand for as a company and our vision for chiropractic. This quarter we decided on a theme of, “Feel Better. Live Better.” Rather than just sharing the theme and expecting our friends, patients, and followers to assume the meaning, we wanted to pause and take a moment to share what it means to us. Five of our doctors, from across our service area, have taken the time to
Continue ReadingChiropractic and Cancer: An Effective Pain Management Option
We all know someone who has suffered from cancer, and understand what a challenge it can be, both for patients and those around them. According to data compiled by the World Health Organization (WHO), cancer is the second leading cause of death worldwide and the cause of one in six deaths globally. The primary goals of cancer treatment are generally to cure the disease, prolong the patient’s life, and improve quality of life. When many people hear the word “chiropractic,” they usually associate it with the treatment of joint, back, and neck pain. Can it help cancer patients, too? According
Continue ReadingHiking Trails in Southwest Virginia
Spring is officially here! It’s time to start thinking about how getting active can help you attain your goals of overall health and wellness. With temperatures warming up and the days getting longer, one great way to become more active is to get outside and enjoy nature by going on a local hike. Just like the importance of chiropractic treatments as part of an overall wellness plan, regular activity should be part of your routine. Even if you start out small, with a walk around the block or a quick stroll around your local park, a little activity goes a
Continue ReadingComing Home & Chiropractic: Meet Dr. Balestrieri
Dr. Balestrieri, a Southwest Virginia native, always knew she wanted to care for others by pursuing a career in healthcare. In many ways, we have her parents to thank for that. Her mom was an OB/GYN nurse and her step-dad, Ralph, is a physiatrist. As a child, Dr. Balestrieri (just Michelle at that time) would accompany Ralph on his hospital rounds, learning something new each and every time. In fact, Ralph would often quiz her to make sure she was really paying attention. As Michelle got older the questions became more difficult and she relished in her ability to “crack
Continue ReadingDon't Give Up: 5 Tips for Keeping Your Resolutions
It’s official. It’s been two months since you made your New Year’s resolutions. By now, it’s possible that you are feeling your resolve start to weaken, thanks to the hustle and bustle of everyday life. According to Statistic Brain in 2016, only 9.2% percent of all individuals who make New Year’s resolutions each year will succeed in meeting their new goals. We hope that you achieve success with your resolutions this year, not just for the sake of standing by your goals but because of the positive changes those goals will bring into your life. Here are 5 tips we have assembled to encourage
Continue Reading3 Ways Technology Can Be a Real Pain
According to a 2016 Nielsen Company audience report, Americans are spending nearly 11 hours each day glued to their smartphones, tablets, personal computers, multimedia devices, video games, radios, DVDs, DVRs, and television sets. All this screen time is leading to increasing numbers of people suffering from technology-related discomfort and even injuries. Have you experienced any of these? Tech Neck Tech neck — sometimes labeled text neck — is one of the most obvious signs of overuse of a smartphone. Tech users who hold their head in a flexed, forward position while looking down at a handheld electronic device or laptop
Continue ReadingPregnancy, Parenting, and Back Pain
It’s an old-fashioned expression, but one that many expectant mothers probably relate to: “Heavy with child.” The weight gain and hormonal changes of pregnancy can put a great deal of strain on a woman’s body. Expectant mothers know their bodies are changing rapidly, but many are unaware of the extent of these changes, which can last far beyond pregnancy. One problem faced by many mothers is persistent back pain, which affects between 50 and 80 percent of all pregnant women. It usually shows up in the fifth through seventh month of pregnancy. Studies also show that women who suffer from
Continue ReadingChiropractic Restored Charity's Childhood Joy
In so many ways, Charity is just like every other 11-year-old girl. Bright, happy and full of joy. However, this past year was a challenging and trying year for Charity and her family. She went from being one of the most athletic kids in her class to becoming increasingly limited by hip pain, to include her hip popping out of place. Through chiropractic care, and working with Dr. Matthis, she is now back to being her bright self, embracing life. The road that led Charity to chiropractic care wasn’t an easy one, but it was one that ultimately led to
Continue ReadingOn a Mission to Eliminate Pain and Enable Personal Wellness
There are people who are born knowing what they want to do in life and what they want to be when they “grow up.” Dr. Chérie Gallant had always wanted to work in healthcare, however, wasn’t quite sure where she fit it. After shadowing a local chiropractor in her junior year of college, her career search was over; “something in me just clicked,” Dr. Gallant explained. Dr. Gallant’s background is as colorful and as complex as she is. She was born and raised in Prince Edward Island, Canada, is a dual Canadian and US citizen, has sung competitively, plays five
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