Why is Breathing Important for Physical Therapy and Chiropractic Treatment?  

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Why is Breathing Important for Physical Therapy and Chiropractic Treatment?  

The most basic, yet vital aspect of your everyday life begins with your breath. Your respiration determines how the rest of your body gets important nutrients that are essential for optimal health. Breathing properly to maximize oxygen in the body can promote better mental clarity, improve sleeping habits, maximize digestion capabilities, reduce stress levels, and even improve your immune system.

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What is TOO MUCH Desk Time?

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What is TOO MUCH Desk Time?

Sitting at your work desk for too long may be damaging your body in ways you were not aware of. Depending on your work set up, it can be challenging to make the appropriate accommodations for your body’s posture.

Luckily, there are some simple modifications and exercises you can adapt to your lifestyle that will help counteract the negative effects of sitting for too long.

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This may be why your back is STIFF and IN PAIN when you wake up in the morning...

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This may be why your back is STIFF and IN PAIN when you wake up in the morning...

Do you ever find yourself getting up in the morning and wondering "Why does my back hurt a lot when I wake up?”

Does your pain or stiffness get in the way of or make it harder to get your day started?

Quality sleep is a huge part of your whole body health, and it shapes the way that you approach your day. There are many factors that can affect your sleep, but two common reasons that tend to be a problem are one, your mattress, and two, your pillow…

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