The Wellness Blog
Staff Spotlight: Judy Lintecum
Tuck Clinic’s presence in Southwest Virginia has a strong history of helping patients feel and live better. Chiropractic Assistant, Judy Lintecum, has been there through it all. Judy joined Tuck Chiropractic Clinic under Dr. Tuck Sr. in 1984 at the opening of the Galax clinic. She was hired to assist patients with their therapy prior to adjustments, but quickly gained X-ray and administrative skills. Today, she assists Dr. McKown at the Woodlawn location doing everything from intaking patients and scheduling appointment, assisting with therapy, and answering questions about care plans. “It’s nice to be able to do a lot of
Continue ReadingWhat’s the Best Exercise Style for Your Body
Starting a new exercise regimen can be a daunting task. Depending on your level of ability and starting point, some exercise routines may be better for you than ever. The key is finding something your body can handle and that your brain can enjoy. Talk to Your Doctor First If you have a history of health problems and pain, it’s important that you talk with your doctor before starting a new regimen. Your chiropractor can set you up with some simple therapeutic exercises to get you started, then you can build from more. You can also ask your primary care
Continue ReadingStaff Spotlight: April Musselman
Outside of our clinics, we have a fantastic team of individuals who work at our Corporate office in Blacksburg, VA. They strive to make sure the business side of our company runs smoothly so that our doctors and chiropractic assistants can focus on providing quality care to our patients. April Musselman is part of that team. April joined Tuck Chiropractic Clinic in 2006 after leaving the banking industry. Starting out as a chiropractic assistant at our Christiansburg clinic, she quickly found that she wanted to get back to the world of crunching numbers. In 2008, she joined our team at
Continue ReadingTips to Avoid Pain on the River
Biking and hiking are some of the most popular outdoor activities that we get to enjoy in Southwest Virginia, but we feel there’s one outdoor activity that may be overlooked: kayaking or canoeing! Our area is lucky to have a wide variety of rivers and creeks that active outdoor lovers can enjoy. Because kayaking is typically a more relaxed sport, sometimes we can unconsciously injure ourselves in the process. Here are a few quick tips to avoid pain after a river float. Stay Hydrated Our number one piece of advice when spending a day out on the river is to
Continue ReadingDr. Tuck is Elected President of the Virginia Board of Medicine
One of the ways Tuck Chiropractic leadership strives to provide quality, patient-centered care is by supporting the progress of the healthcare community at large. Having a voice on a multi-disciplinary platform that focuses on better care for all is just one of the many ways we make that happen. Tuck’s History on the Virginia Board of Medicine In 2017, Dr. Tuck was appointed to the Virginia Board of Medicine by Governor Terry McAuliffe for a second, four-year term. While serving on this board, Tuck has collaborated with 17 other board members across medical disciplines to oversee competent patient care through
Continue Reading10-Second Exercises to Improve Posture
Bad posture can be a main source of pain in the neck, shoulders, and upper back. Our doctors enjoy educating their patients about the importance of exercising to improve posture. It’s not about good or bad posture, but more about meeting the patient’s needs. Here are a couple of easy tips that you can do to work towards improving your posture. Standing Wall Exercise Starting in a standing position, lift your leg off of the ground. Keep your knee bent at a 90 degree angle. Lift your leg up to be in line with your hip. Hold for 10 seconds
Continue ReadingGarden Fresh Recipe Round Up
Tuck Clinic’s first annual CSA program with Glade Road Growing is in full swing and we couldn’t be more pleased with our shares so far! We’ve received everything from carrots to sugar snap peas, rainbow shard to turnips. The most important part of taking advantage of our CSA program is knowing how to use all the veggies we may not have used before. Here are a few ways our doctors are eating better with garden fresh vegetables. Spiralized Zucchini (Courtesy of Dr. Anna Flynn) If you do not have a spiralizer, you can use a peeler. Ingredients: 2 zucchini, spiralized 2
Continue ReadingHydration 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 ReadingBike Where You Live: Roanoke Valley
It’s hard to drive around Roanoke and not see a bike or group of bikes rolling down the streets. Biking culture has exploded in the region in recent years and we love seeing people getting outside and living an active life – our doctors included! In continuing our “Bike Where You Live Series”, we got some tips from Dr. Anna Flynn and Dr. Susan Kilmer on great places to ride in Roanoke and Botetourt! Biking Trails in Roanoke & Botetourt Roanoke and Botetourt offer great options for mountain and road bikers alike. In a matter of miles you can
Continue ReadingMiraculous Recovery Creates A New Chance at Life: Joyce's Story
In 2004, Joyce was in a wheelchair, unable to bathe herself and suffering from debilitating back pain. Today, she is pain free and uses a cane only for balance. Her experience with Dr. Thompson was amazing, but not uncommon. Living In Suffering Following a back injury, Joyce was unable to complete many day-to-day tasks without assistance and horrible pain. She was told repeatedly by multiple doctors that surgery was the only way to find relief. Yet, Joyce resisted. She consulted with friends and family who had gone through with surgery, and learned that even with the painful surgery and recovery,
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