June is Men’s Health Month, so it’s time for men to learn more about their bodies and how to stay healthy for life! Let’s start off the month by talking about….the prostate gland. The prostate gland is about the size of a walnut. It’s located just below the bladder and it surrounds the urethra, a
We are at the very height of allergy season. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) has named the month of May National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. With the drought-busting rainy season we experienced and windy days we’ve had lately, it’s no wonder that people are coughing, sneezing, and suffering from one of
A study published in the March issue of European Heart Journal – Cardiovascular Pharmacotherapy indicates that the use of NSAIDs – non-steroidal anti-inflammatory over-the-counter drugs such as aspirin, ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), naproxen (Aleve), and more – may increase the risk of cardiac arrest. This is yet another reason why this Burbank chiropractor recommends avoiding NSAIDs
By now many of you have come in for Burbank acupuncture and you have gotten to know our wonderful acupuncturist, Jennifer Lavoro, L.Ac. If you haven’t met Jennifer, I thought it was time to tell you more about her. Jennifer Lavoro L.Ac. is a California Board Certified Acupuncturist and Herbalist (one who uses natural herbs
Can you remember the last time you had a good belly laugh? When you laughed so hard, you cried? As it turns out, you weren’t just having fun. You were helping to better your health. Laughter can be good for the heart and soul, and even your waistline. Here are seven reasons why this Burbank
This Saturday, April 22 marks the 47th anniversary of Earth Day, and on this day over a billion people in nearly 200 countries are expected to take action to protect our shared environment. But why wait for just one day? Why not celebrate and care for our precious environment all year long? The changes you
A cup of tea a day may be just what the doctor ordered for lifelong brain health. And this may be especially so for those who are genetically predisposed to debilitating Alzheimer’s disease. This is according to a recent study led by Assistant Professor Feng Lei from the Department of Psychological Medicine at the National
As any parent in the state of California can tell you, since the passage of SB 277 in 2015, all children must have their vaccinations current in order to be enrolled in school. Whether you are for vaccinations or against them, they are a mandatory fact of life. But besides what is mandated by the
Do you have problems with your kidneys such as infections or kidney stones? The kidneys are two of the very important organs in the body. They prevent the buildup of wastes and extra fluid in the body and they keep levels of electrolytes stable, such as sodium, potassium, and phosphate. They make hormones that help
Lower back pain is one of the most common problems plaguing adults today. When patients visit a physiotherapist, back pain is one of the most common injuries that are reported. Causes include muscle strain, accidental twisting of the spine, improper lifting of a heavy object, or sitting too long in chairs with inadequate support. Some
Over the past few decades parents, clinicians, and researchers have noticed positive changes in the behavioral, physical, and emotional health of children under chiropractic care. Many different behavioral conditions have been observed to improve with chiropractic care including ADD/ADHD, anxiety, and also focus, concentration, and grades in school. Since the nerves collectively control and influence
Let’s talk about the thyroid and see if we can determine if your thyroid is normal. The thyroid is a small gland located in the front of the neck below the Adam’s apple. It produces hormones that regulate how fast we burn food (metabolism). It also helps to regulate body temperature, body energy, use of
