It is that time of year again in Indianapolis. It is time to celebrate the official beginning of the holiday season by the lighting of the Christmas tree located on Monument Circle downtown and this year marks the 50th anniversary of the celebration. And even though this is little different...
Stand up straight! Don’t slouch! You probably heard that a thousand times from your parents when you were growing up. And it was great advice. Our own self-image and the way others view us is directly related to our posture. People who stand up straight and carry themselves in a...
Over the last months, we have addressed many subjects concerning health and fitness and the treatment of back or neck pain. But, we have never really touched on the subject of chocolate. Yes, chocolate. Chocolate used to be considered the ultimate junk food. However, health professionals and nutritionists are finding...
Twenty years ago, going to your Indianapolis chiropractor was a little like having a bowl of Rice Krispies. The most you could expect was a little “snap, crackle or pop.” Today, the chiropractic profession is seen as a more viable option in the treatment of the spine and it’s dysfunctions....
Congratulations! You have been seeing your Indianapolis chiropractor for weeks now and you are feeling much better. Your back pain and discomfort are gone and you feel like you are able to go about your day enjoying your normal activities. But now you have an important decision to make. Will...
From hiking to walking and jogging, today’s parents are keeping fit and bonding with their babies in the process. With an array of products unheard of a generation ago – like baby carriers, joggers and trailers – even the tiniest among us are enjoying the great outdoors. But while these...
It is May in Indianapolis and it is already hot. Our thermometer here at Meridian Chiropractic is registering in the upper 80’s and we all know it will only get hotter. With the sun shining and temperatures warming up, many of us turn our thoughts to getting outside, gardening and firing...
When you first walk into the Meridian Chiropractic Clinic, you can see a poster of a little boy about 18 months old with the caption “What about me?” Many patients who are also parents are often surprised when asked if they would like their son or daughter to be seen...
Hello all. Just wanted to let everyone know that Dr. Phil’s chiropractor will be a guest on the Dr. Phil Show Wednesday, March 14. Check your local listings for time and station. Dr. Fabrizio Mancini is currently the president of Parker Chiropractic College in Texas. He is a pillar in my...
It’s that time of year again where we all look back on the past year and think “shoulda, coulda, woulda.” So, we wipe the slate clean for the new year and make a New Year’s resolution. We all have them…..lose weight, exercise more, stop smoking, pay off debt or simply...
Healing hands are the best. In a recent article of Consumer Reports, 34,000 readers took part in a survey to determine what worked best in the treatment of back pain and headaches. Treatments were ranked as to what helped a lot, helped some, helped a little, or were no help...
According to the American Chiropractic Association: 80% of all Americans report having some back pain at some time in their lives $50 billion is spent on back care and back treatments each year 2nd among all visits to the doctor are back pain complaints 91% of all Americans with back...
Over the years, many myths or misconceptions pertaining to chiropractic treatment have developed. Here at Meridian Chiropractic Clinic, we get asked frequently about the truth or basis behind the following statement…. 1. Spinal Adjustments are Dangerous – Your Indianapolis chiropractor will inform you that chiropractic adjustments are extremely safe but...
It’s hot and it’s summertime in Indiana. Here at Meridian Chiropractic Clinic many of our patients are headed out of town on vacation. And whether your are planning on a long drive to the beach or a flight to visit family or friends, there are a few tips to remember to...
Imagine when you were born you were a given a shiny, new car. You were told this car had to last your entire lifetime, it was the only car you would have, and that many of the critical components were irreplaceable. How would you care for this car? Would you...
Chiropractors use manual or mechanical treatment techniques referred to as a chiropractic adjustment to change the health of their patients. Patients seek out chiropractors for many different health concerns. The most common health concerns are lower back pain, headaches, and neck pain. But what exactly do chiropractic adjustments do? How do they help?...
Driving a ball into the stratosphere requires power behind your swing. And doing so without over-stressing your spine, among other vulnerable joints, requires strong muscles and a flexible body. Power comes not only from strong arms, but strong muscles throughout your core—from your back and abs to your butt and...
Most people do not realize how much they move their neck during the day until they are unable to do so. The degree of flexibility of the neck, coupled with the fact that it has the least amount of muscular stabilization and it has to support and move your 14 –...
Chiropractors and their patients know that manual adjustments are safe and effective, regardless of what technique is used, as long as the practitioner has the knowledge and skill to apply the method properly. However, people who have never experienced a chiropractic treatment sometimes are fearful because of something they have been...
