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Skin Care Journey

This topic may seem a bit unrelated to the typical chiropractic complaints of low back pain and neck pain but that’s because this is my account of my struggle with acne.

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Breech Babies & Chiropractic Care

As prenatal chiropractors, we often have patients come to us when their healthcare provider has informed them that their baby is in a breech position.

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Benefits of Castor Oil

Castor oil is known to have many anti-inflammatory benefits.


Castor oil is a type of vegetable oil obtained from the seeds of a castor plant. It has been utilized topically in various cultures for ages due to its potential health and wellness benefits. Let's go over these benefits in more detail, how to use castor oil, and what precautions to take!


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Chiropractic Care & VBAC

VBAC has numerous benefits! At ANH Wellness, we enjoy assisting patients with whatever type of delivery they are planning. Since treating so many pregnant patients over the years, I've been particularly interested in patients who are planning a VBAC. The term VBAC refers to a vaginal delivery after a cesarean section. These are women who intend to deliver vaginally following a previous c-section.

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Pregnancy Induced Thrombocytopenia

Women are more commonly diagnosed with platelet disorders during pregnancy because automated blood counts are used for screening as part of the first clinical evaluation.

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Pelvic Movement For Labor and Delivery

When working with patients, I often discuss harnessing pelvic movement to facilitate comfort during labor and delivery. I enjoy showing my patients how these movements can be emphasized during pregnancy and contribute to labor progress if the patient prefers a vaginal delivery. In the case of a cesarean delivery, knowing pelvic mobility may improve both your comfort and your baby's comfort. For the sake of this blog, we are focusing on pelvic movement to promote a vaginal delivery, so what leads to a vaginal delivery?

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EDCs (Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals)

There has been a huge influx of people on social media discussing the importance of eliminating endocrine-disrupting chemicals, but what does this actually mean?

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Modalities

Modalities for health care are supplementary tools that can help to improve overall patient care. Our office is equipped with a wide range of modalities to help enhance our ability to treat a variety of conditions! In addition to chiropractic care and massage, ANH Wellness offers cupping, therapeutic ultrasound, cold laser therapy, red light therapy, and electric stimulation... plus an infrared sauna and salt booth! The list of all the treatments offered by ANH Wellness is provided below, along with a brief explanation of each modality. Adding one more therapy to your regimen can sometimes be all that is necessary for full healing!

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Let's Learn About Red Light Therapy

We are thrilled to introduce our newest addition at ANH Wellness: Red Light Therapy! Red light therapy is a natural treatment that uses light wavelengths which our bodies are familiar with. This service can be added to your chiropractic adjustment, sauna session, or salt room during your next visit. Recent studies suggest that it can be an effective therapy alternative with many possible benefits, so let's learn more!

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Chiropractic Care and Depression

As mental health concerns rise, many wonder what can be done to help.

Some have found success in managing their symptoms through chiropractic care. While this is not a "cure" for depression, there is compelling research on how chiropractic adjustments can affect the autonomic nervous system and the body as a whole. Let's take a look at how this therapy can be helpful for those suffering from depression.

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Tummy Time: Tips & Tricks

Despite its adorable name, "tummy time" is not a favorable activity for most newborns—at least not first.

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Let's Learn About DIM

Today I'd like to discuss a supplement that you may or may not have heard of: Diindolylmethane (DIM).

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Clogged Ducts

If you’re a breastfeeding mama, then this post is for you!

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