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Although massage therapy was at one time contraindicated for cancer patients, the National Center for Complimentary and Alternative Medicine states a recent research trial of a multi-site study of more than 300 hospice patients with advanced cancer concluded that massage may help to benefit cancer patients. Numerous benefits factor in to why cancer patients need massage too. Reduces stress and anxiety Can help lift depression Can decrease fatigue Promotes sleep Better quality of life Pain…
Read MoreDo you ever have days where fatigue pervades and you’d do anything for mere ray of energy? According to womenshealth.gov, you aren’t alone. A staggering 1 million Americans suffer from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, but fewer than 20 percent of these cases have been diagnosed. While there are many factors to consider regarding this stark statistic, poor diet is likely to be a huge component. The abundance of sugary, caffeinated, and processed foods that Americans consume deprive the…
Read MoreMassage Therapy offers a myriad of benefits for the elderly, including relaxation, stress relief, increased circulation, softening of tight muscles, and pain relief. Naturally, massage therapy for seniors must take the needs and limitations of aging bodies into account. The American Massage Therapy Association offers tips on how seniors can get the most out of massage therapy, safely: Tailor the treatment. Because roughly 90% of elderly clients will have at least one chronic medical condition, it’s…
Read MoreA healthy lifestyle always means a balanced combination of eating right and exercise, which is something we strive for here at Lake Pointe Chiropractic & Wellness Center. But while we approach helping people alleviate pain and other conditions with supplements, which ones are the most effective in helping solve the most problems? If you haven’t had enough CoQ-10 or fish oil in your life, then you’re missing out on perhaps the two most essential elements…
Read MoreIn today’s busy society, some people are climbing mountains, while others are climbing corporate ladders. We make lunch dates with friends, and play dates with family. These are the things that make life sweet. At Lake Pointe Chiropractic & Wellness Center, we are committed to keeping you healthy and pain-free so you can continue to do the things that make your life sweet. It’s About Your Overall Health At Lake Pointe, you’re not just a…
Read MoreBackpack Too Heavy For School? August 3, 2013 10am – 2pm Lake Pointe Chiropractic – Dunwoody 1720 Mt Vernon Rd, Ste B, Dunwoody, GA 30338 Tel: 678.580.2485 The Importance of Your Child’s Back Health Have your backpack weighed to find out the proper weight for your child and if it is within safe limits Learn proper carrying techniques Free posture checks Fun Activities For The Family Bounce house Fire Dept and Police Dept Food Chair…
Read MoreBecause pain is debilitating, we want to help you get rid of your pain and keep it from coming back. Through private consultation sessions at our wellness center, you can causes of pain sources and how to avoid them. Rather than filling your body with medicines to dull the pain, we want to find the root and treat the causes. And, “feeling good” probably requires you to participate in the process. In fact, according to…
Read MoreFor people suffering from constant aches and sores, there seems to be no method of solace. Chronic pain has been shown, in multiple studies conducted by renowned universities like Harvard or Northwestern, to literally change the way one’s brain functions. In layman’s terms, when a person is suffering from constant pain, certain parts of the brain, particularly those dealing with mood and attention, stay consistently active instead of being regulated to turn “on” and “off”…
Read MoreHaving pain as the result of an injury or medical condition can make a person’s life miserable. There are many people who experience no relief at all when following recommendations and/or taking medications prescribed by their physicians. Become pain-free with chiropractic care. There are many professional athletes who have become pain free as a result of experiencing chiropractic care. Everyone from Michael Jordan to Joe Montana and even Tiger Woods point to chiropractic care as…
Read MoreAnyone who is considering taking a diet supplement needs to understand it is safe and beneficial when done correctly. Scientific research has shown that taking certain dietary supplements can provide a person with all the nutrients they may not be getting in their regular diet. There are certain health conditions that will cause a person to become deficient in certain nutrients. Using dietary supplements may be a way to restore balance. Melaleuca Melaleuca is a…
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