The Self-Care Blog page 17
Fun and free tips on health and wellness from Dr. Francis Scorca: 262 articles since 2016, on posture, back and neck care, exercise, food, sleep and everyday habits.
Your Hips
The mobility of your hips can make a big difference in how your lower back feels. In fact, athletes who seek to improve speed…
A Proper Plank
The classic plank has been the subject of significant buzz both in the gym and in pop culture over the last few years and…
Healing Foods > Junk Foods
Junk food, what is it good for? Absolutely nothing, in the opinion of this chiropractor. Essentially, you are paying for a bad deal that…
Relaxation
When we say the word, "relaxation," what do we mean? You may think no stress, or picture yourself smiling and content, but what is…
Inflammation
Inflammation, though a part of the body's natural, biological response to harmful stimuli, has also emerged as one of the leading causes of disease…
Foods that Influence Relaxation
Dieting is a powerful way to influence relaxation in your life. No matter where you find yourself on the stress spectrum, from those who…
Posterior Pelvic Tilt
Back pain is individual: it reflects a unique mix of circumstances ranging from beyond one's control: genetic predisposition, injury, age, to those within our…
Food for Spinal Health
Osteoporosis and the many forms of arthritis are conditions primarily associated with the elderly, as they should be, because our bodies and, in particular,…
Falling Asleep Made Easier by Stretching
If you are having trouble falling asleep at night, a stretch routine could be just the tonic you need. Pour yourself a cup of…
Stretching for the Lower Back
When it comes to stretching, there should be an impetus on starting simple. Too many people dive into yoga or advanced stretching and become…
Scar Tissue after Surgery
Scar tissue is part and parcel of post-surgery recovery- in fact, it is the only way you can heal. Despite what some medical professionals will have you…
Nonspecific Neck Pain
So you've got a stiff neck, welcome to adulthood. Chronic neck pain with no direct cause can, at its least severe, be concerning and…