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People of all ages can benefit from chiropractic care Part of the chiropractic philosophy is that chiropractic care is appropriate for anyone, in fact a popular saying is that chiropractic benefits everyone across their life span, 'from womb to tomb'. And yet while most people can easily understand adults needing chiropractic care, for many the concept of chiropractic adjustments benefiting those who are very young or much more seasoned can seem less obvious! Two common que

Every now and then we get new practice members who get hurt over the weekend and they want to come in for a single chiropractic visit so...

It's that time of the year again! The flu is working it's way through schools and workplaces, and if you've ever had the displeasure of...

With the amount of people that we see day-in and day-out, numerous times per year we have practice members who are scheduled for surgery...

Burnout, exhaustion, fatigue. We hear these words all the time in our busy, bustling society. The body is a machine, and when the body does not function properly, it can affect how we are able to live our lives. We can often feel tired or overwhelmed, but when our body is stretched to it's limit, we can because exhausted, and exhaustion can wear on the body's overall health. Many people seek out ways to help manage their energy levels such as drinking a caffeinated drink, or

What is Ehlers Danlos Syndrome? Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS) are a group of rare inherited connective tissue disorders. The most common symptoms include: Joint hypermobility. Stretchy skin. Fragile skin that breaks or bruises easily. EDS can affect people in different ways. For some, the condition is relatively mild, while for others their symptoms can be disabling. Can I be adjusted safely if I have EDS? This tends to be the most important question for new practice members

How much do you know about the nervous system? You probably know that it includes our nerves, brain and spinal cord, and you also probably know that pinched nerves are not fun. Other than that, most people aren’t aware of the function of the nervous system and the huge role that it plays in our body and health! The Nervous System in a Nutshell: The nervous system consists of the brain in our skull, the spinal cord that is housed in our vertebral column, and the complex branch

Fibromyalgia: Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain condition characterized by widespread pain throughout the body. It affects twice as many women than men and it affects about 2% of the population or 4 million adults in the United States. Fibromyalgia can also be flared up by illnesses, physical trauma or emotional stress. According to the CDC, fibromyalgia symptoms can include: Musculoskeletal pain and stiffness, often through the entire body. Fatigue and tiredness. Depression and

In the world we live in, there are as many emerging things to do to be healthy as there are things to avoid doing so as to not become unhealthy. It can be pretty overwhelming, but we believe that understanding the big-picture elements affecting our health is a great place to start before we start talking about how your health is related to chiropractic. So let's get into it! There are 3 Types of Stress Bombarding us Chronically: Physical stress: This type of stress can encomp

Anyone who has had a rough night of sleep knows that sleep can play a significant role in how you feel on a given day. But for those who deal with insomnia, getting a good night's sleep can feel like an impossibility. But what is it about sleep that affects our body's ability to function so much? Why is Sleep so Important? Sleep is vital to maintaining good health. It is essential to every process in the body and allows your body to function physically and mentally as it shou

As you might expect, many people don't get adjusted the same way (the same adjustment, with the same technique and the same treatment plan) because there are many factors that determine what an adjustment looks like for someone. Let's dig deeper into why this can be! Chiropractic Technique: In the chiropractic world, there are many different techniques that allow a chiropractor to analyze someone's spine as well as to execute an adjustment. Depending on the technique that you

At Compass Chiropractic in Whitefish, MT, we often hear from patients experiencing neck, back, or shoulder pain when they wake up. Many wonder if their sleep position could be the culprit. The answer is: absolutely! The way you sleep can significantly impact your spinal health and overall well-being. Let’s dive into how your sleep position can affect you and what you can do to wake up feeling refreshed and pain-free. Why Sleep Position Matters When you sleep, your body repair

High blood pressure is a fairly common condition, with the NHS estimating that 18% of adult men and 13% of adult women have elevated blood pressure. Furthermore, they state that half of the people over 75 years of age have high blood pressure. But what is high blood pressure, and what does that mean for our bodies and our health? What is High Blood Pressure? The ideal blood pressure is typically 120/80 mmHg. What does that measurement mean? Blood pressure is measured by the a

A lot of parents come to our clinic because they're interested in getting care for themselves, but often they are surprised to see that we also treat children, toddlers, and newborns. When they hear and see us caring for babies and newborns, and the most common question we hear is 'Why do babies need to get adjusted?'. Today, we decided to address this question as well as the other common questions that we get regarding pediatric chiropractic! Why should I take my baby to a c

The world and society we live in has become overwhelmingly sedentary. We sit for our jobs. We sit while we drive and travel. When we constantly sit, we frequently enter poor habits of poor posture and body positioning. This poor posture weighs on the body and can interfere with good body mechanics resulting in pain and reduced range of motion. This has a daily effect on our lives, but we don't often pay attention to it. So what is posture, why does it matter, and what can you

The world that we live in in so fast-paced, people run themselves ragged trying to finish all the tasks they need to do. People have a hundred things on their plates and only 24 hours in the day to accomplish them. Hustle culture glamorizes pushing hard, not sleeping, and prioritizing accomplishment, and sacrificing anything to reach your goals. Too often sleep and rest are the things that are sacrificed. We often treat sleep like a commodity that we can exchange for working

Cold and flu season, pollen blooming, rapidly changing temperatures, all of these can drive our sinuses haywire. These clogged nasal passages can lead to sinus pressure, sinus pain, sinus headaches, and even if it goes too far, sinus infections. Sometimes it feels like there is no solution but to wait it out or take decongestants. People can even have chronic sinus issues that do not ever clear up. What is happening in our Sinuses? Sinuses are the hollow spaces inside of your

What is Spinal Stenosis? Spinal stenosis is defined as a narrowing of the spinal canal. The spinal canal, also known as the spinal column, is the protective sheath around the spinal cord. The spinal cord is the bundle of nerves that comes out of the base of the brain stem and runs down the center of the entire spine with nerves that branch off of it all the way down and send signals from the brain to the entire rest of the body. The spinal cord itself is inside the protective

As a Neurologically Focused Chiropractor with a specialization in prenatal and pediatric care, I am passionate about helping mothers heal postpartum and rebuild their core utilizing a holistic approach. In this blog post, we'll explore how we can draw inspiration from a baby's natural motor milestones to aid postpartum recovery. The Miraculous Journey of Postpartum Healing The postpartum period is a transformative time for mamas, both physically and emotionally. It's a time o

As a Neurologically Focused Chiropractor with a deep passion for holistic wellness and pediatric care, I understand the importance of supporting a baby's natural movement patterns. In this blog post, I will share valuable insights into major motor milestones and how you can help your little one reach them on time. I'll also reference the book "Baby Moves" by Marianne Hermsen-Van Wanrooy, which aligns perfectly with our approach at Compass Chiropractic. The Significance of Nat