Headaches can happen for a variety of reasons, whether it’s your spine out of line, your neck out of whack, or your diet and sleep situation. Headaches can be a symptom of poor posture — which can occur while you drive, while you’re at work, and even while you’re sitting at home.

Below, Barton Chiropractic goes over a few ways that our treatments benefit headaches.

Relieve Tension

Chiropractic has been shown to be effective in treating tension headaches, not to mention decrease the occurrence of migraines. One chiropractic adjustment can relieve neck and back problems and misalignment that might be contributing to your headache, too.

Drug-Free Pain Relief

Instead of using prescription medication for your headaches, chiropractic treatments provide drug-free pain relief for headaches, neck and backaches, not to mention body aches.

Anxiety and Insomnia Relief

Chiropractic adjustments help your body and mind relax, also providing anxiety and depression relief in the process. Chiropractic treatment will also help you achieve more restful sleep, which will help reduce certain types of headaches/symptoms.

Contact Barton Chiropractic today to schedule your consultation if you’ve been experiencing headaches and would like to try our treatments as a drug-free alternative.

Low back pain is one of the more common back problems a person might experience over the course of their life. Acute lower back pain can last anywhere from a couple of days to a few weeks while chronic lower back pain lasts over 3 months.

Below, Barton Chiropractic Clinic goes over a few ways to avoid lower back pain in order to stay in the game and stay healthy.

Stretch it Out

Stretching before you start your day and after your day comes to an end is a great way to bookend your days and give your body the tension relief it needs to start over fresh tomorrow. Stretching is good for your back, neck, legs, and joints when done properly.

Strengthen Your Back

Do low weight exercises that engage your core muscle groups and make sure that you’re doing your part to strengthen your back muscles, which help protect your spine. When you strengthen your back you’ll notice more resilience, and, conversely, you’ll start to feel less good when you don’t work out your back.

Visit the Chiropractor

Visiting your chiropractor periodically, even when you’re feeling healthy and well, will provide you with countless health benefits while giving your body the proper maintenance from the wear and tear we go through each day. Contact Barton Chiropractic Clinic today to learn more about how our treatments can benefit you!

Whiplash occurs when you experience a neck injury due to an incident that causes a rapid, jerky back-and-forth movement of the neck which results in pain and injury that can sometimes turn chronic. Whiplash commonly occurs when a person’s car is hit from behind (termed a rear-end auto accident).

Treatment for whiplash may vary, but all treatments will have the end goal of controlling, reducing, or eliminating pain, not to mention restoring you back to your normal range of motion in order to get you back to being your active self.

Chiropractic can play a huge role in getting you back to health, even if you’re experiencing chronic whiplash. Chiropractic treatment has been shown to be instrumental in providing drug-free pain relief. Treatments will also help improve your range of motion and boost flexibility as well, and, in many cases, you will have more range of motion than when you first came into the office.

If you’d like to learn more about how our treatments at Barton Chiropractic Clinic can help with whiplash, contact our office today.

Managing pain without the intervention of prescription medication might seem like a daunting task, but it’s entirely possible if you follow the tips Barton Chiropractic mentions below.

1.) Manage Stress and Anxiety

Meditation, yoga, and working out are all effective ways to manage stress and anxiety, not to mention promote good sleep habits.

2.) Topical Relief

Hot/cold therapy is an effective tool to mediate physical pain. CBD is also an effective pain relief tool that is gaining interest in modern society.

3.) Chiropractic Treatment

Chiropractic treatment will help provide drug-free pain relief for neck and back pain, not to mention pain that comes about from arthritis and a number of additional health conditions.

Safely and effectively managing pain is easier done with first-line options like chiropractic treatment. Contact Barton Chiropractic today to learn more about who we are and what we do.

Many folks out there are still hesitant to pursue chiropractic treatment, some believing chiropractic to be a fad or health hoax, but the reality is quite the contrary. 

Chiropractic treatment has a long, rich history and it started back in 1895, when D.D. Palmer adjusted Harvey Lillard at a small location in Davenport, Iowa. This was the year that the chiropractic profession came into fruition!

Now that it’s 2020, we’re celebrating the 125th anniversary of the founding of this amazing profession and health and wellness treatment protocol. This is an amazing milestone that Barton Chiropractic Clinic is excited to celebrate with our diverse patient base.

As a Palmer College graduate, Dr. Barton is committed to providing the sort of treatments that get to the root of the issue, instead of just masking the symptoms. Our treatments are aimed at treating the whole patient.

We’re open to new patients M,W,F 8am – Noon, as well as T, TH 8:00 am – 6:30 pm. Contact Barton Chiropractic today to schedule your consultation.

Many of us plan to go out for the evening of New Year’s Eve, however, it’s an important time to think about our own wellness. In many cases, destinations are going to be more crowded, roads are going to be more crowded, and people are going to be behaving with a little less inhibition, which can make it a riskier endeavor in multiple ways.

Instead, focus on having a safe and healthy New Year’s Eve by following some of the suggestions mentioned below.

Tip #1: Make it a Fun Night at Home

Find a way to bring the party to your house. Invite a few friends and have a get-together. If you feel like flying solo, that’s okay, too. Have plenty of healthy bites and beverages, not to mention your favorite forms of entertainment on hand.

Tip #2: Plan an Exercise for New Year’s Day

If you have that yoga or martial arts class to look forward to New Year’s Day, it’s less likely you’ll go out on a bender the night before.

Tip #3: Steer Clear of Alcohol and Drugs

Nothing will get your 2020 year off to a slower start than partaking in excess amounts of adult beverages or any other sort of party favors. Make a commitment to do something that you feel good and proud about this new year.

Contact Barton Chiropractic Clinic to find out more about how our treatments can help you have the best and healthiest year ever. 

A session with your local chiropractic care specialist might not seem like the most obvious gift idea, but it’s a great way to give the sort of gift that keeps on giving.

In a world where smart devices and gift cards pretty much stake their claim under the Christmas tree and get exchanged during other holidays, wellness treatments are always worth your consideration and will always stand out among more conventional gift ideas.

Chiropractic benefits include:

• Drug-Free Pain Relief
• Increased Range of Motion
• Improved Flexibility
• Improved Cognitive Function
• Improved Digestive System
• Improved Immune System
• Sinus Congestion Relief
• Reduced Anxiety
• Better Night of Sleep
• And Much, Much More

Chiropractic treatment is also the perfect antidote for holiday stress, which many of us undergo during the months of November and December. Contact Barton Chiropractic Clinic today to learn more about our treatment packages and rates. Our health and wellness treatments are the perfect gift for any holiday!

New Year’s resolutions are a popular subject at the beginning of each year when we set out our annual goals. If we make more informed resolution choices, there’s a far better chance that we’ll be able to achieve our goals throughout the year. Below, Barton Chiropractic Clinic goes over a few New Year’s resolution tips.

Get Specific

Making more specific goals will help you remain focused on the task at hand. For instance, simply saying you want to get into shape might not be a clear enough objective. Instead, make a specific goal, like taking a yoga class twice a week, or running a half marathon. When you choose a specific goal or activity, this will inherently force you to get into shape.

Bring a Friend

Make a resolution with a close friend, that way you both hold yourselves accountable. Peer pressure can be a powerful tool!

Set Quarter Checkpoints

Make sure that you monitor your progress throughout the year and make any key adjustments along the way to ensure you’re in a proper position to achieve your New Year’s resolutions.

Contact Barton Chiropractic Clinic today to learn about how chiropractic treatment can help you achieve your health and wellness goals this year.

It’s no secret that the holidays can be a stressful time for many of us, whether we’re stressed out about paying end-of-the-year bills, springing for lavish gifts for family and friends, not to mention having relatives over for celebrations and gatherings that take effort and planning.

No wonder so many people feel stressed and anxious during this time of year. However, there are ways you can deal with and cope with your stress and anxiety, so you don’t end up becoming a Grinch this holiday season.

Tip #1: Exercise

Don’t put off exercising in lieu of working extra hours and especially don’t put exercise on the backburner in favor of binge-watching your favorite trash TV show. Make sure you get your workouts in. Go for a run or a hike, especially if you feel like stress is setting in. You’ll feel better about most things after a workout!

Tip #2: Don’t Over Do It

It might be tempting to create that all-elusive “Best Christmas Ever” but the reality is that nothing is perfect. You might spend a lot of time, money, and put your peace of mind at risk by trying to create and manage the perfect holiday. Instead, just be present and do what you’re able. Be there for your family, because that’s what counts!

Tip #3: Visit a Chiropractor

Visiting a chiropractic care specialist is a great way to offset the stress and tension that the holiday season brings on. Contact Barton Chiropractic Clinic today to learn more about how our treatments can help you live a healthier, more enjoyable life.

If you’ve engaged in Black Friday festivities this past weekend, it’s a good idea to make self-care a part of your wellness protocol this coming week. There’s actually a lot you can do, even if you keep a busy schedule during the week, in order to stay on top of your health and wellness protocol.

Below, Barton Chiropractic goes over a few recovery tips that will be sure to set you up for success this week after Black Friday shopping.

Eat Clean, Whole Foods

Replenish your body with clean, whole foods, and make sure to stay hydrated leading up to Black Friday and afterward. Drink half your body weight in ounces of water and eat plenty of veggies, not to mention clean sources of protein.

Practice Mindfulness

After a hectic shopping day, try to take a few minutes to meditate and practice mindfulness. This will help your mind reset and help chip away at any anxiety you’re experiencing.

Visit Barton Chiropractic Clinic

Visit Barton Chiropractic Clinic for post-Black Friday recovery. Chiropractic treatment has been shown to provide drug-free pain relief, increase flexibility, increase range of motion, and more.