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Sciatica pain: why it happens, where it happens, how it is treated and who do you need to see

Written By Vitality Chiropractic of the Upstate on October 15, 2024

Why sciatica pain? The sciatic nerve is made up of a bundle of nerves that branch off your spinal cord and is considered to be the longest and thickest nerve in your body.  When this nerve becomes irritated or injured it... Read More


Why chiropractic care

Written By Vitality Chiropractic of the Upstate on September 30, 2024

This is a question I hear often, and I understand why. Before becoming a chiropractor, I worked as an emergency room nurse. In the hospitals where I worked, chronic pain was one of the main reasons people sought medical attention. Interestingly,... Read More


How heart rate variability is measured and why is it important?

Written By Vitality Chiropractic of the Upstate on August 19, 2024

Heart Rate Variability (HRV) is the measurement of the variation in time between each heartbeat. While your heart beats with a regular rhythm, the time interval between beats is not always the same. For example, if your heart rate is... Read More


The Marvelous Connection Between Your Mind, Emotions, and Health

Written By Vitality Chiropractic of the Upstate on December 27, 2023

Psychoneuroimmunology....this mouthful of a word is a mash up of psychology, neuroscience and immunology and it has been around since the late 1970's.  To put it simply, psychoneuroimmunology is the study of how your thoughts and feelings can impact your... Read More


Navigating the Holidays: Understanding Holiday Stress and its Impact on Your Health

Written By Vitality Chiropractic of the Upstate on December 18, 2023

  The holiday season is often depicted as a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, for many individuals, this time of the year can also bring about a unique set of challenges that lead to increased stress levels. In this... Read More


Is stress and increased cortisol costing you your health??

Written By Vitality Chiropractic of the Upstate on December 6, 2023

Let’s talk about stress, particularly the stress hormone cortisol. Cortisol is a tiny hormone that plays a big role in your body, it influences everything from our energy levels to our immune system.  Cortisol is produced by our adrenal glands, and it... Read More


How do you handle the stresses of life?

Written By Vitality Chiropractic of the Upstate on December 6, 2023

Let’s talk about stress, particularly the stress hormone cortisol.Cortisol is a tiny hormone that plays a big role in your body, it influences everything from our energy levels to our immune system. Cortisol is produced by our adrenal glands, and... Read More


Injury prevention: just another benefit of chiropractic care

Written By Vitality Chiropractic of the Upstate on October 4, 2023

I am sure you know that chiropractic care is a great way to treat pain naturally, but did you know that regular care can also help to prevent injuries? Before I elaborate on this let’s talk about your core. I... Read More


Is your posture to blame for your hip pain??

Written By Vitality Chiropractic of the Upstate on September 27, 2023

Did you know that your posture may be to blame for pain in your knees, hips and even your feet? It’s true!  Proper posture is assessed by drawing an imaginary line down the side view of your body. This line should... Read More


How do you respond to a fire alarm...take out the batteries or put out the fire? 🔥

Written By Vitality Chiropractic of the Upstate on September 20, 2023

Imagine you woke to the sound of a smoke alarm going off in your house and when the fire department arrived then went straight to the alarm and pulled out the batteries. While it solved the problem of the noisy... Read More


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