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Your first visit to Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic will include a detailed case history of your presenting complaints, family medical history, as well as a discussion of your personal health history. These are essential components of a correct diagnosis of the issues you are dealing with. Following the history, Dr. Ring and his staff will perform a thorough examination of the areas in question with a series of orthopedic, neurological, and physical examination tests intended to locate and determine the cause of your health concern. Following the examination, Dr. Ring will decide whether or not to take x-rays. X-rays will only be done when necessary to arrive at an accurate diagnosis. On the first visit, Dr. Ring may issue a relief adjustment intended to “get the ball rolling” and help reduce your symptoms.
After the first visit, Dr. Ring will study the examination results and x-rays and a thorough review of the health history to put all the pieces of the puzzle together to arrive at a diagnosis and proper schedule of care. When you arrive for the second visit, you will be promptly greeted by our staff and meet with Dr. Ring for your “Report of Findings.” This meeting discusses your previous visit and describes what Dr. Ring believes is the reason for your health concern. This discussion is vital because it relays to you what your diagnosis is along with Dr. Ring’s “plan of attack.” Each schedule of care is case-specific and intended to move you forward from day one. After the report of findings, you will begin your care and start on the path to wellness.
Further visits will follow the schedule of care that Dr. Ring developed. These visits are meant to halt your symptoms, reduce pain and begin to correct the problem through structural and functional changes. These visits will typically include adjustments, physiotherapy, and soft tissue treatment. Subsequent re-examinations will be conducted along with the treatment plan to monitor your progress and make appropriate changes. Our goal is to help you reach your goals.
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As any parent knows, keeping your children healthy and happy is your highest priority. Nutrition practices and chiropractic care can help to make that goal a reality. Eating the right foods and ensuring physical fitness are both essential for a developing body and avoiding injuries...
As your children age and start moving into adolescence, keeping their physical health in mind is important. You want your kids to stay healthy, active, and have a positive attitude towards physical activity — but how can you make sure that happens? Family wellness is...
The first documented spinal adjustment happened back in 1895. Ever since chiropractic’s role in wellness care has continued to grow. Here’s some background on chiropractic history from our team at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic. We hope it will add to your understanding of how chiropractic has...
The concept of proprioception isn’t familiar to everyone, but it’s essential to our health and safety. Proprioception (“proprio” meaning “self”) is your body’s sense of its position in space. We take note of our patients’ proprioception at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic because of the key role it plays...
We all feel a sense of relief when we begin taking steps to fix a problem, especially when it’s health-related. And our team at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic knows that you’ll get the most out of each step of your wellness journey by being prepared. ...
A pinched nerve can cause symptoms that make you feel miserable. Fortunately, there’s a lot you can do to boost your body’s healing process. We’re here to help you at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic with a diagnosis, treatments, and some self-care tips to get you feeling...
Your shoulder is a natural wonder. Its complex structure provides the widest range of motion of any joint in your body. This complexity may also make it easier for painful conditions to arise. Sometimes, shoulder pain is disruptive enough to interfere with your ability to...
If you have symptoms or a diagnosis of spinal stenosis, you can do a lot to relieve pain and make the most of your health potential. Healthy lifestyle choices, and care at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic, will play vital roles in your treatment. What is Spinal...
Lots of people swear that cold, rainy days seem to bring out their aches and pains. Although studies on links between weather and joint pain have mixed results, patient surveys often reveal an association. We provide holistic treatments at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic that offer whole-body...
Applying heat or ice to your body helps relieve and prevent pain in various situations. But how to use these great natural therapies can seem a little tricky. A common question we get from our patients at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic is whether to use heat...
If you have problems with your sinuses, you probably know the misery of painful sinus headaches, a frequently runny nose, or repeated sinus infections. Whatever form your sinus troubles take, we have treatments for you at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic—and some helpful at-home care suggestions, too....
The physical changes and demands of pregnancy can place a lot of stress on your musculoskeletal system. Of course, it doesn’t mean all those physical changes instantly disappear after the baby has been born. Here’s some advice from our team at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic to...
Pain sends a vital signal to your body: you have an injury or illness that needs your attention. Whether your pain is acute or chronic, it’s important not to delay in treating it. Natural, effective treatments at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic help to alleviate your discomfort...
Lately, your child has begun to complain at night that their legs hurt. Maybe the pain even wakes them up. What’s going on? It may be a condition known as growing pains. We see it commonly at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic. Fortunately, we can provide effective...
Your breathing is something you probably don’t give much thought to. It’s just there, an automatic function keeping you alive. In fact, the way you breathe makes a difference. At Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic, we recognize that proper breathing techniques can actually improve your posture, mobility, and...
No joint or muscle in your body is an island. When one isn’t performing well, others can falter, too. One common example of this that we see at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic is the link between knee and back pain. Fortunately, if you’re suffering from knee...
People come to Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic every day to get the classic back pain relief chiropractors are so well-known for. But you may not be aware of how many other good reasons there are to visit your chiropractor. Because chiropractic takes a holistic approach to...
Chiropractic treatments promote overall wellness by improving the health and stability of your spine. For stability, you also need healthy, pain-free feet. Your chiropractor can help you with that, too! You have a lot of options for treating and preventing foot pain. Read on for some...
Chiropractic care is well-known for benefits like pain relief and improved mobility. It also boosts your health in many other ways. If you’re having problems digesting your food, our team at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic can help you with therapies and lifestyle counseling. Common Types of...
It’s easier than you may think to become dehydrated, especially during the hot summer months. This can be harmful to your organs, tissues and overall health. Did you know that back pain is one of the problems that can result from dehydration? That’s why dehydration...
You don’t have to perform hard labor at your job to suffer a workplace injury. Even if you work at a desk, you may be at risk of ending up with an overuse or repetitive stress injury. At Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic, we treat lots of...
We know from medical science that problems in one part of your body often create ripple effects that spread to other areas. Our holistic care at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic addresses these ripples by employing whole-body treatments for a variety of conditions, including vertigo. Chiropractic care for vertigo...
Car accidents, even minor ones, can shake you up, whether or not you’ve been injured. And some people suffer spinal misalignments, soft tissue damage or other injuries they initially may not even be aware of. At Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic, we’ve helped patients heal from injuries...
Millions of Americans know that one sign spring has arrived is the return of their sneezes and other seasonal allergy symptoms. What they may not know is that allergy relief is available from their chiropractor. By providing treatments that enhance the immune system, we help...
Chiropractors take a holistic approach to caring for you. They know that when you have trouble with your spine, chances are good that your body will have other problems, too. To help you make the most of your health potential, Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic offers a...
Youth sports is booming, offering children benefits like physical fitness, social skills, self-discipline, and emotional wellbeing. It’s important to remember, though, that when it comes to sports safety, growing kids have unique needs. As a family-centered wellness practice, Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic provides the care and...
Chiropractors are known most commonly for their centerpiece treatment–performing spinal adjustments that align the spine, relieve pain, and restore mobility. But you may not be aware that chiropractors have additional tools to improve their patients’ wellbeing. Another special therapy that Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic provides to...
Winter weather brings outdoor fun, challenges, and some extra risks for injury. Looking out for yourself with regular exercise, care at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic, and cold weather precautions can help you stay injury-free throughout the winter. Cold Weather’s Effects on Your Joints Even fairly...
According to the CDC, more than 32 million Americans have osteoarthritis (OA), the most common type of arthritis. So, it’s no surprise that we help a lot of patients with osteoarthritis at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic. Although OA can’t be cured, you can do a lot...
Your spine plays a starring role in your body’s mobility and overall health. Good posture and spinal alignment are vital to your quality of life. Our team at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic shows our patients that there’s a lot they can do to promote lifelong spinal...
Maintaining good mobility is vital to staying active throughout your life. The adage “use it or lose it” certainly applies to your range of motion. So don’t neglect stretching, which plays a key role in achieving and preserving your ease of movement. As your chiropractic...
Chiropractors recognize that feeling good means taking care of not just your spine, but your whole body. That’s why we encourage our patients at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic to take control of their health every day. Here’s one of the essential elements of good musculoskeletal and...
People often seek treatment when they’re in crisis mode with back pain. At Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic, we treat you for today’s pain and for future prevention. In addition, we can help you steer clear of some common health pitfalls. Back Pain Mistakes to Avoid The joints, bones,...
Household chores are part of life for most of us. They can be especially taxing on our bodies when we’re getting the house ready for holidays or other events. At Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic, we can help you with treatments and safety tips to make sure...
Most of us are aware that our spines weren’t designed to do all the sitting we do in modern life. For good health, our bodies need to move. One of the simplest and most effective types of exercise we at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic recommend is...
Two very common health issues people face are back pain and sleep problems. In fact, these two ailments often go hand-in-hand. Quite frequently, when we help our patients at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic to resolve back pain, their sleep quality improves—and in turn, improved sleep helps...
The spine is a wondrous structure that enables our bodies to be active and productive. Sometimes, though, the spine curves away from its normal shape and can reduce the quality of life. This condition is known as scoliosis, and it affects about three percent of...
Involvement in sports offers people of all ages great physical and psychological benefits. The only downside may be that it also creates an opportunity to be injured. Injuries may throw your life and health out of balance, but knowing how to prevent and heal them...
It’s not unusual for kids to suffer from back strains and pains when they start lugging around a backpack and spending hours seated at their school desks. Parents can do a lot to help head-off back problems by teaching their children good school habits in...
Now that pandemic restrictions are easing, many of us are enjoying our new freedom to travel, catching up with people and places we’ve been longing to see. With travel, though, often comes extra strain on backs and necks. We advise our patients at Eastern Oklahoma...
One of the most common reasons people seek out a chiropractor is for neck pain. At some point in life, in fact, about 70 percent of us will suffer from neck pain and loss of mobility. Chiropractic treatments at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic successfully resolve your...
For most parents, the only thing more important than their own health is that of their babies. They want their kids to live long, healthy lives, and they have high standards for any treatments they seek for their children. In a recent study, mothers whose...
Wellness is often about finding the right balance. We all have freedom to make choices about our health habits, and the decisions can sometimes be overwhelming. Looking at research results can help you make the most beneficial choices. One choice that pays off is maintaining...
Thanks to the curiosity and hard work of the scientific community, the past fifty years have brought major new understanding about the valuable role of the spine and central nervous system in the health of our bodies. As spine specialists, chiropractors use scientific knowledge to...
All parents want their children to get a healthy start in life, physically and emotionally. With all that goes on in a child’s life, one thing parents may not think much about is their child’s posture. But good posture affects the whole body, and studies...
Your blood pressure is one of the functions of your body that often works invisibly. Millions of Americans have blood pressure that’s too high (a condition also known as hypertension), and many are unaware they have it. That’s why it’s so important to be proactive...
Poor positioning when using tech devices and computers may lead to more than just an aching neck or back. Evidence shows increasingly that poor posture can cause long-term health damage. At Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic, we want to help you take control of your health naturally,...
The word kinetic is used to describe something that’s relating to or resulting from motion. Muscles and joints need to move; the heart needs aerobic exercise. Your spine, directed by your brain through the central nervous system, coordinates the complex movements of your muscles and joints with...
It stands to reason that patients who can advocate for themselves have the best potential health outcomes. Advocacy takes knowledge, especially when it comes to finding help with pain relief while avoiding unnecessary and harmful treatments. If you’re suffering from a painful herniated disc, be...
A chiropractor provides treatment for pain, plus maintenance of a strong spine and prevention of future trouble. With regular visits to Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic, you gain peace of mind, knowing you’re proactive with your health. Effects of Spinal Misalignment Why is good maintenance of your...
Millions of people suffer from sciatica, the nerve pain that originates in the lower back and zips down the leg. Many turn to medications for pain that often present a serious danger of side effects and even addiction. The good news is that most people...
The historic pandemic that’s suspended lives around the world has caused a huge spike in stress levels, leading to a higher likelihood of illness and injury for many. That’s why it’s essential to learn how to reduce the harmful effects of stress and protect your...
Whiplash is a common injury that happens when an impact throws a person’s head abruptly backward and then forward. The blow may damage bones, ligaments, muscles, nerves, and other parts of the spine and neck. It’s essential to be aware that whiplash is not always...
Your nervous system assists your brain as the central processing center of your body, coordinating all of its functions, both voluntary and involuntary. The spine, in particular, plays a vital role in relaying signals through the nervous system. Any health problem that impairs the nervous...
Pain often drives people to reach for medication, unaware of safer, natural alternatives. Sadly, overuse of drugs has become a significant health crisis, especially in the opioid epidemic that has devastated many American families in recent years. That’s why non-drug pain relief is more important...
In today’s world, a strong immune system is more important than ever to help us fight off disease. A big part of staying healthy is keeping immunity up through eating a balanced diet and getting plenty of exercise and sleep. Another vital way to boost...
As the holiday season gets underway, being prepared with a plan makes a big difference in your ability to get through life in good health. At Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic, we believe in supporting our patients in achieving a healthy lifestyle. Treating the whole body with...
Today, women know more than ever about having a healthy pregnancy with minimal discomfort through natural remedies and a healthy lifestyle. Safe, holistic chiropractic treatment is one of the critical building blocks of a pain-free pregnancy. At Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic, we’re committed to helping pregnant...
Whether you’re an airline pilot, an artist, or someone who enjoys a good book, you appreciate the gift of eyesight, and you want your vision to be as clear as possible. Your body’s special balance of joints and muscles affects how well the eyes and...
Anyone who suffers from TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorder knows how the jaw condition may interfere painfully with many basic living activities, like eating, sleeping, and talking. Fortunately, a chiropractor’s care can play an essential role in natural treatments that restore function and alleviate pain. Our...
When people are in pain, they often feel they would do anything to relieve it from their back or other parts of their bodies. Taking medications for pain seems like the fastest, most efficient way to end the misery. But any drug comes with side...
A woman’s pregnancy is the time in life when she is most concerned with finding safe, natural remedies for aches and pains that will protect her health and that of her unborn baby. Avoiding unnecessary medications is always a better choice during pregnancy. Our practice...
Most people know that a chiropractor helps with pain that originates in the back and neck. What they may not realize is that the benefits of chiropractic care extend far beyond those areas, to their brains and their overall health. Your spine’s health affects the...
Your brain, central nervous system, and the health of your entire body are directly affected by the health of your spine. When a person’s spine isn’t properly aligned, they lose mobility. This can cause a cycle of pain and further loss of mobility, creating a...
We all know that if a person doesn’t have their health, nothing much else matters. Without good health, your world narrows and you have to put off achieving your dreams. This is especially true if you are in pain from a spine that’s been injured...
Headaches are so common that as many as 90 percent of us experience them at one time or another during our lives. For people who suffer from frequent headaches, once doctors have ruled out serious diseases that may cause headache symptoms, the typical treatment is...
Our brains use the nervous system to control how well we manage our impulses, pay attention, and perform all the other tasks of our daily lives. When someone’s nervous system isn’t working at its best capacity to coordinate the brain’s commands with the body’s performance,...
So many benefits… The benefits of Chiropractic spinal adjustments extend far beyond the relief of pain. Evidence exists for over 100 years that shows infants, children, and adults of all ages experience life-changing benefits from Chiropractic care. Improvements in sleep, digestion, fertility, breathing, immunity, and...
Does C-section delivery cause health issues? Millions of mothers prepare to give birth every year. C-section delivery being one of the more common ways to give birth. Childbirth represents one of the most amazing moments and gifts experienced by any parent. Expecting mothers and fathers...
How has healthcare advanced? Henry Ford played a significant role in bringing the automobile to the world. Bill Gates helped make the computer more user-friendly and took technology use to another level through the creation of Microsoft. Steve Jobs advanced the functional capacity of the...
Importance of posture…. Posture influences so many aspects of life, health and performance. Research even shows that proper posture uniquely and positively influences the effectiveness of communication. Some experts believe that people equate good posture with confidence and the ability to protect. The company and...
What are the benefits? A 2019 study showed that low back pain sufferers who engaged in Chiropractic adjustments experienced a significant reduction in pain. MRI findings also revealed that the same subjects experienced improved brain chemistry levels. Researchers split a group of low back pain...
How common is bed-wetting? Millions of children wake up in the morning with wet pajamas and wet sheets from undeveloped bladder control. Bed-wetting, officially known as enuresis, presents as a condition in a child age 5 or older who wet the bed at least one...
What are the benefits of Chiropractic? The benefits of Chiropractic adjustments extend far beyond neck and back pain relief. Chiropractic adjustments improve healing to areas of the body seemingly unrelated to the spine. Science explains the connection. The spine intimately connects to the central nervous...
What does the research say? Recent health-related news examined the idea that the medical community does not currently offer migraine headache sufferers the attention and care they deserve. Critics believe that migraine care receives little attention because the disease simply defeats the current medical community....
The vagus nerve comprises one of the most important nerves in the body. The vagus nerve helps control and regulate important automatic functions such as heart rate, breathing, respiration, digestion, hormone control, and much more. The vagus nerve starts in the brainstem and branches down...
Chiropractic prevents spinal degeneration much like good alignment reduces uneven wear and tear on car tires. Abnormal spinal movement mirrors altered car axle alignment. People generally understand the value of axle and wheel alignment as they contribute to strong, durable tires. Altered axle alignment increases...
Ground-breaking research helps explain the negative effects of consistently looking down at a smartphone. Texting posture is a growing topic in the world today. Computers and cell phones play a significant role in every industrialized nation. A survey from 2015 revealed that 53% of people...
Approximately 38 million Americans suffer from migraine headaches. Ninety-one percent of people experiencing regular migraine headaches suffer migraine-associated disabilities directly related to their headaches. Millions of dollars pour into the treatment of migraines with medications that only address symptoms yet never resolve the underlying cause....
How accurate are symptoms at determining health? Heart attacks often occur without advanced warning. The attack arrives and people remark how they never saw it coming. Cancer and other tumors often exist for years inside a living body without any known signs or symptoms. High...
The title sounds like a tag line for a new movie or piece of artwork. New research states that permanent bone structure changes take place at the back of the skull as a result of extended amounts of time in a forward head posture position....
The power of chiropractic Dr. D.D. Palmer administered the first Chiropractic adjustment to a deaf janitor in Davenport, Iowa, leading to the restoration of his hearing. A flu pandemic occurred in 1918 which killed millions of people all over the world in a short period...
Evidence proves that Chiropractic benefits long term wellness Research shows that regular Chiropractic care improves the health and longevity of the spine. It diminishes the risk of joint degeneration, increases mobility, and boosts overall function of the body by reducing stress from the brain and...
The importance of posture The head and neck design allow for flexion and regular forward leaning. The challenge and consequences begin to occur when they maintain flexed or forward head posture positions for long, consistent periods of time. Cell phones, computers, desk jobs, and more...
Oh sweet relief…. The benefits from a Chiropractic adjustment go well beyond back and neck pain relief. Clinical evidence and patient results over the past 124 years suggest that Chiropractic care uniquely influences whole body function by addressing critical spinal health. The relationship between the...
Low back pain represents the single leading cause of disability in the world Over 80% of people experience low back pain at some point in their life. Total costs relating to low back pain estimate at greater than $100 billion annually. Two-thirds of that $100...
Cervical Curve is the Arc of Life Research shows that a loss of neck curvature increases the likelihood of a disc herniation. A study also showed that appropriate correction and restoration to the neck curve produced lower rates and degrees of disc problems. Chiropractic care...
Ear Infections Otitis media (middle ear infections) represents the most frequent reason for physician visits for children under the age of fifteen in the U.S. Otitis media also serves as the most common infection in children for which doctors prescribe antibiotics. Approximately 10% of infants...
Opioids Opioids act on receptors in the brain. Signals sent to opioid receptors block pain and lead to feelings of euphoria. Different types of opioids vary in form (i.e. powder, tar, pill, liquid), potency, duration of effects, manner of production, and potential for addiction. How...
Back to School…. The annual arrival of fall accompanies children returning to school. Many families choose this time to reestablish and recommit to basic daily routines. Bedtimes, wake-up times, and activity schedules produce a set of norms for families and children. Detailed attention to health...
Corrective Chiropractic Care Corrective Chiropractic care improves movement in the spine, alignment of vertebra, and function of the central nervous system. The process helps the spine becomes stronger and more able to cope with stress. Brand new research reveals the consequences of abnormal spinal alignment...
What is IBS? 15% of the world’s population copes with a devastating condition called irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Bloating, gas, loose stools, constipation, abdominal pain, and severe fatigue comprise some of the devastating symptoms associated with IBS. Embarrassment, shame, anger, and frustration with the digestive...
Chiropractic turned 124 years old on September 18th The first Chiropractic adjustment took place in Davenport, Iowa, back in 1895. That first adjustment resulted in hearing restoration. A deaf janitor received adjustments by the founder of chiropractic. Over time, he experienced a life changing outcome....
The benefits of Chiropractic care continue to be evaluated and dissected through new studies and research. Evidence builds with each report detailing the variety of health benefits produced by Chiropractic care which extend far beyond simple pain relief. Chiropractic adjustments have proven to improve the...
Physical pain does not occur without the brain. Tissue injuries or damage trigger pain in the brain through the nervous system. Nerve cells transmit signals to the brain which eventually manifest as pain when an area of the body becomes damaged or injured. Comprehending such...
Some of the strongest and most sturdy structures in the world contain arcs. Buildings, bridges, and doorways often include arches in order to sustain the forces continually acting upon them. The longevity of these structures, both new and historic, depend on sustaining the design for...
The first Chiropractic adjustment occurred in 1895 and the first Chiropractic patient did not suffer from back or neck pain. The first series of Chiropractic adjustments focused on the restoration of a man’s hearing in Davenport, Iowa. The successful adjustments produced life changing results and...
The soft tissues of a baby’s spine exhibit more elasticity than that of an adult. The flexibility extends to the muscles, ligaments, and tissues covering the joints. The discs between the bones of the spine demonstrate more flexibility and movement allowing more distraction and a...
A growing commonplace trend reveals more people than ever being treated for back or neck pain with opioids. An estimated 84% of people will experience at least one episode of back pain in their lifetime. 15% of that number will be given opioids. 5% will...
People often lament the figurative and literal feeling of experiencing pain in the neck. But few discomforts rival those dealing with constant and incessant pain in the head. Headaches plague millions of people every year. One of the worst forms of headaches is present under...
A trained eye easily spots the relatively frequent occasions in which a football or soccer player comes off the field after a trauma or collision and immediately receives a Chiropractic adjustment right on the sidelines. Most professional and amateur sports teams employ a team Chiropractor...
The current medical model of healthcare unintentionally creates an unreasonable and sometimes dangerous perception of healing. Due to the predominant recommendations and use of prescription drugs, people become accustomed to an expected norm of instant relief and healing. The fast-paced quick fix culture often breeds...
Life consists of movement. The relevancy of movement goes hand in hand with the health of so many parts, pieces, and functions of the body. Movement creates better health while increasing longevity, reducing the speed of aging and can improve mobility. The body wants to...
“Sitting increased risk for diabetes, obesity and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.” –University of Missouri Research “Those who sat four or more hours a day were more likely to have developed heart disease, diabetes, or another chronic disease than those who sat less than four hours...
The impact of spinal function on total body health becomes more and more understood across laboratories, research centers, doctor’s offices, and hospitals across the globe. Yet, many medical doctors remain unaware of the significant contribution the spine plays on overall health and well-being for all...
Low back pain continues to also represent the most frequently given reason for disability, missed workdays, and unnecessary use of dangerous, pain-relieving medication. Statistics also determine that low back pain represents the third most common reason for individuals entering early retirement. The majority of low...
Spinal health plays a significant role in heart health. The most popular reason to visit a Chiropractor tends to be for relief of back and neck pain yet science and research continue to prove that Chiropractic helps bring healing and relief to conditions seemingly unrelated...
Winter accompanies the time of year when coughs, fevers, stuffy noses, and tummy aches become the norm in both kids and adults. Thus being known as cold and flu season. The spread of these conditions run rampant at the start of the new year. Yet...
People spend millions of dollars every year pursuing ways to help improve strength, balance, and coordination. These functions do not only represent the goals of world-class athletes. Muscular stability and equilibrium empower people of all ages trying to maximize performance as well as provide safety...
The opioid drug epidemic continues to negatively impact more and more people. Eighty percent of heroin users in America began their journey to addiction with a physician-prescribed opioid for pain relief. Opioid drugs kill tens of thousands of people every single year leaving kids, spouses,...
Chiropractic continues to gain popularity for a variety of health reasons. Chiropractic represents one of the largest healthcare professions in the world and continues to grow as access, awareness, and education present people with the full scope of benefits radiating from constantly growing data and...
Most spinal problems occur as a result of small repetitive injuries over a period of time. The human spine usually encounters more problems through micro-traumas over time than from just one significant accident. This process occurs much like wear and tear on the axel and...
The current conventional healthcare system earns a reputation for effectively treating symptoms with drugs or surgery. The standard operating procedure for most complaints or conditions, especially for those lasting longer than three months, tends to be the administration of medication. Medications for high blood pressure,...
The medical community defines heart arrhythmia as a potentially life-threatening irregular heartbeat or rhythm. Heart rhythm problems (arrhythmias) occur when a malfunction exists in the electrical impulses within the heart that coordinate how a person’s heartbeats. The condition results in the heart beating too fast,...
The merriment of the holiday season often takes an unpleasant turn due to a statistical anomaly which surfaces during Christmas and the new year. An unfortunate relationship exists between the holiday season and an increase in heart attacks for both men and women. According to...
Research finds that increased usage of phones and computers brings about a variety of health challenges that accumulate over time. Billions of people use cell phones daily all over the world. The majority of cell phone usage occurs with the spine and neck in a...
Many functions and processes occur in the body without any tangible feeling. Cavities in teeth, plaque build-up in blood vessels, high cholesterol, and even cancer form in silence. Consistent and proactive approaches serve as the best method of prevention for a variety of concerns which...
What do the holidays do to our stress? A recent study published by the Gallup poll shows that a overwhelming number of Americans (79%) feel stress sometimes or frequently throughout each day. The anticipation and expectation of stress impacts people just as much as the...
Neck pain causes a major public health concern Studies estimate that over half of all people will experience an episode of neck pain at some point in their lifetime. Most neck pain sufferers will rely on symptom-numbing medications for relief. Long term concern radiates from...
Quality of life exists in unison with a person’s ability to move and act freely. Spinal joint degeneration decreases the ability to move without restriction, thus diminishing quality of life. Unfortunately, large percentages of people suffer from joint degeneration without any possibility of recovery. What...
Chiropractic provide benefits to pregnant and conceiving mothers. Most people understand and recognize the pain-relieving benefits delivered by Chiropractic care. However, pain relief, increased range of motion, and posture improvements represent just a handful the benefits experienced through regular and consistent Chiropractic care. Many also...
The pain and suffering experienced by military personnel all over the world escalated to epidemic proportions long ago. The challenges of training, physical demands of duty, and the unique levels of stress experienced by most military men and women increase the likelihood of pain and...
Conjoined twins named Masha and Dasha were born in Russia in the 1950s. They each had one arm and shared one pair of legs. The fusion created a circumstance where the twins shared many of their internal organs. However, each twin did maintain separate hearts...
Jordan Spieth recently won the 2015 Masters Championship. The 21 year-old phenom thanked his caddy, coach…and Chiropractor! Amazingly, at golf’s most prestigious championship podium, Spieth acknowledged that Chiropractic was essential to his sports performance. Years ago after my wife first began getting regular Chiropractic adjustments. ...
Elite and amateur runners consistently seek tools, strategies, and resources which deliver a competitive advantage on the track or course. Chiropractic adjustments provide a unique advantage to runners that augment their benefits from food, supplements, training, and other manual care. All recreational and competitive runners...
Good health serves as one of life’s most treasured assets. The choices people make to acquire and maintain their well-being represent the extent to which people value the freedom that comes with a healthy life. That passion amplifies even more when it comes to the...
Some of the best current research in the world shows the benefits that come with improving nervous system function. New York Times published an article explaining that dozens of teams continue research designed to create an implantable device with potential to change the function of...
The most important improvements from a Chiropractic adjustment occur in the brain and nervous system. The latest research on headaches and depression reports that, “autonomic dysfunction plays a role in the pathogenesis of tension-type headaches and depressive disorders.” The research indicates why so many people...
End of Summer Checklist It is the end of summer and children returning to school represents a time for check-ups and annual measurements. Children usually take an annual trip to a physician for baseline monitoring of blood pressure, heart, and physical wellness. Older student-athletes undergo...
Experts find that higher temperatures and increasing levels of carbon dioxide contribute to intense and longer-lasting allergy season. “We have higher temperatures and increasing levels of carbon dioxide,” Dr. Jeffrey Demain, a board-certified allergist and immunologist, said at the March meeting of the American...
Stress presents a consistent adversary throughout every season and some seasons prove to be more stressful than others. Parents become riddled with stress when children endure transition periods that come with growth and maturity. Some individuals experience it during holiday seasons or times of financial...
Every sport consists of a unique set of benefits and risks. These counterparts even exist in the world’s most popular sport. More professional and amateur athletes participate in soccer than in any sport in the world. Soccer requires both physical skill and mental strategy to...
Healing requires better sleep Chiropractic adjustments unlock specific hormones required for better sleep. The body needs sleep in order to recover and initiate restoration from the trials and stress of everyday living. Most people know the importance of sleep but do not grasp the magnitude...
Research published in 2015 revealed the superior migraine solution which spinal adjustments provide compared to treatments that only utilize pharmaceutical medication. Medical doctors usually prescribe drugs to migraine sufferers without awareness or exploration of the published research revealing other safer and more effective solutions. Migraines...
Hint: It’s not about learning a new way to cope with it… We are fighting an impossible battle if our goal is to eliminate stress. Stress will be a permanent fixture in all of our lives….that’s a fact! And stress does kill! However, the key...
Parents want the best for their children. Most parents make tremendous sacrifices to ensure their children receive a quality education and the security which comes from social connections in the home and community. These provisions get pricey at times, but nothing compares to the priority...
A recent study determined that Chiropractic has been proven superior in helping patients overcome back pain when compared to Tylenol, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs), and opioid drugs. The research spotlights the complexity of back pain and the vast number of affected people. Over 80% of people...
It’s Not Just About the Pain! “What are the benefits of Chiropractic Care?” Many people will answer something to the effect of “chiropractic can help with back or neck pain.” Many people enter our office with a back, neck, or headache complaint and most of...
A recent study published in the Journal of Pediatrics shows clear correlation between babies born via C-section and an increased risk of chronic disease. This is CRAZY!! But nothing we didn’t already know. The study showed that children born by C-section have been more frequently hospitalized...
An important topic for athletes to consider is the changes to make in their exercise habits as they age. Though my older friends disagree, when I divide 90 by 3, it puts me solidly in the front side of the middle-aged category. Personally, I think...
Properly aligning every axle on an automobile prevents abnormal wear and tear on the tires. Necessary preventative maintenance ensures longevity. A similar example occurs within the human spine. The pads between each spinal bone consist of soft tissue and abnormal alignment translate into additional wear....
Concussions classify as a type of traumatic brain injury. Concussions used to be a concern following falls, car accidents, and other forms of spontaneous head trauma. Now the fear of concussions permeates the entire activity landscape ranging from recreational activities to youth athletics. The risk...
Summer’s here and for many families, it’s time for a break from school and the everyday routine. Summer may also mean weeks of unstructured kid-time and parents who are struggling to fill long days and evenings. This is the time to keep kids active. Don’t...
Protecting yourself from skin cancer is a top priority, but unfortunately, sunscreen isn’t an easy answer. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) heavily researches sunscreens each year, and this year, over 1300 popular products they reviewed were filled with harmful chemicals or didn’t properly protect against...
Studies have shown a link between the nervous system and the immune system, and chiropractic should be a part of your health routine (I have covered that link previously)—but there are some other natural methods you can employ to boost your immune system during the...
If you’re familiar with chiropractic, you’ve likely heard the term, “subluxation.” Dr. Travis Ring of Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic is trained to detect and correct subluxations in the spine, leading to improved spinal function and overall wellness. For those unfamiliar with the term or those who...
How many times as a child did you hear, “eat your vegetables!”? While that’s still something you should be doing (at least seven servings a day), it’s important to understand what happens in between planting those seeds and getting to your dinner table. This is...
Much thought and attention is given to the expecting mother leading up to her labor and delivery, however, the attention often diverts to the newborn bundle of joy after he or she is born. While the baby needs much love, attention and care, so does...
Summer is here and you know what that means….. It’s time to schedule some training into your fitness routine. The sooner you start, the sooner your body and mind will benefit from the powers of running. “It does not matter how slowly you go as...
Do you wake up with pain from sleeping wrong? One of the most frequent complaints chiropractors hear is, “I think I slept wrong and now (fill in the blank) hurts. How do you sleep? Do you wake up in pain? Does your bed partner complain...
This is the time of year where I get the most calls of people having back pain from yard work. If you have been a relative couch potato all winter and then got outside this weekend and dug a bunch of holes, tilled the garden...
Unless you have medical training, it’s difficult to know what the best treatment for injuries is without going to a doctor. While this won’t apply to all possible treatments for injuries, this is the protocol I use in my Broken Arrow chiropractic office. Also, you...
Chiropractic Care for Car Accidents in Broken Arrow Even at low speeds, motor vehicle collisions can have a catastrophic effect on the human anatomy. Auto accidents damage bones, nerves, muscles, tendons and more, and the resulting pain can be debilitating. Seeking chiropractic treatment as soon...
Stay Safe and Healthy This Summer The temperatures are rising and the days are getting longer. It′s summertime once again. Here are some tips to help you stay safe in the heat and make your summer the best, and healthiest, one yet. Beat the Heat...
Ever wonder why chiropractors keep you coming back again and again? It seems this has been a common question in my office lately. While everyone knows there is no magic off button for pain relief, everyone wishes that there was one. Most people “just got...
Our bodies were made for an environment where calories are scarce and exercise is unavoidable. However, we live in an environment where exercise is scarce and calories are unavoidable. Our bodies were meant to move for the majority of the day: gathering food, hunting for...
One of the most common reasons people come to my chiropractic office is because they have headaches. Most people lose hope that anything can be done to solve their problems. Let’s talk about three of the most common reasons for headaches and how to help...
With the decreasing ability of children to concentrate throughout the day, parents are searching for solutions. Many parents want to go the natural route and do what they can without the use of drugs to help their children. Children’s diets are critical to giving them...
If you are a parent, you have been through this scenario…. Your child is hot, flushed, glassy-eyed and obviously not feeling well. Your diagnosis is fever!! You are very concerned and even a little panic sets in. After all, you have been trained to think...
What causes my back to hurt while playing golf? Typically it is a result of spinal damage, poor technique or both. If your spine does not move properly on a segmental basis, meaning each vertebra needs to rotate, flex, extend and side bend on top...
It doesn’t take a giant leap of faith to connect computer screens and back pain. When you spend endless hours sitting and looking at a screen with small print it is no wonder that you start to develop poor posture and back pain over time....
Time for a mid-summer weight loss and nutrition check. I am always amazed by people who lose weight in the summer. I find it nearly impossible without a ton of intention. Here are a few tips for achieving that beach body and to help you...
So you just found out you’re pregnant… Congratulations! I still remember the exact time and place that my wife blessed with the news to me on both our daughters. Since you are going to be growing a human being, or multiples, it’s important to take...
You don’t have to spend much time in deep thought before you think of someone you know who has asthma. In fact, most of us know someone in our close circle of friends or even our family that suffers from asthma or other breathing disorders....
Headaches are one of the most common reasons for visiting the doctor. More than 250 million work days are lost each year due to headache at a cost of 25 billion dollars per year. There are many types and causes of headaches. Muscle tension headaches...
Should I go to a chiropractor or get a massage? I am frequently asked by patients whether I think chiropractic or massage would be the best choice for them. The answer is usually a combination. Your muscles attach to your bones and whether or not...
Every single new patient of mine asks me ” how often should I see a chiropractor? ” My answer is always, “it depends on your goals”. Did you wake up this morning, bend over to feed the dog only to have your back go out...
I wish I didn’t have so much experience with kids and back pain. My friends and family are always surprised to hear how many kids I adjust regularly in my clinic. When I first started in chiropractic 6 years ago, it was rare that I...
Constant use of devices is causing “text neck” pain. Have you noticed lately how much you look down and the neck pain that results? Most of us spend 8-10 hours looking at a computer during the day. On top of that when we aren’t looking...
Are portions of your hand going numb? Do you feel hand numbness in certain fingers? Do your fingers tingle or do you get sharp shooting pains in to your hands? Many people come to my office telling me “my hand is numb, do I have...
Have you ever wondered why you have pain when the weather changes? Maybe you have been feeling good lately but with today’s cold snap, you are stiff and sore all over. This isn’t going to be a groundbreaking discovery but it’s easy to miss. If you’ve...
In a previous blog post, I went through the office policies and procedures at Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic in detail so you know what to expect as a new patient. Now I would like to cover a topic that I discuss on a regular basis which...
Picture this… You wake up one morning and attempt to get out of bed but your lower back is so stiff and sore that you struggle to sit-up. It takes you 5 minutes to get up to the standing position and you shuffle your feet...
At Eastern Oklahoma Chiropractic we see a lot of parents and children in our office. How many of you can say you have experienced having or knowing a colicky baby? Colic is a bit of a mystery to both parents and scientists and sometimes to me,...
Most people think that arthritic conditions only affect the elderly, but the sad reality is that we see a large number of children in our office with the beginning stages of osteoarthritis a.k.a spinal degeneration. Some kids are already on this devastating path at a...
Doctor, is there anything chiropractic can do for bed-wetting? This is a question parents sometimes ask of the chiropractor. Usually, this question is asked when other methods of treatment have been tried and found ineffective. Bed-wetting (enuresis) is another of the many reasons why parents...
We see a large percentage of pediatric patients in our office and one question that we get on a regular basis is “Can chiropractic help ADD”? The diagnosis and prevalence of ADD/ADHD are on the rise in America and many schools, parents and guardians are...
When patients come to my office with a lower back injury, they often want to know, “Why is pain shooting down my leg from my back?” There are often multiple reasons this can happen and to treat a person with back and leg pain, you...
As a chiropractor, I get asked to diagnose people in public all the time. I may be at church, the market, the gym, CrossFit, the park, or the pool but honestly, it never gets old. I love interacting with people and I am happy to...
How many of you have felt uneasy about the amount of diet soda and sugary drinks your children are consuming daily? Has your intuition been giving you “internal warnings” that it isn’t safe to consume? If so, you are correct!! As a chiropractor that is...
With the warm summer weather steadily getting closer, it is that time of year when many of us begin to think about trimming our bellies and getting a nice tan. Without the encroaching summer weather, however, getting fit is a goal most of us carry...
I hear this phrase on a daily basis… “Man doc, my allergies are killing me!!” I always respond with “chiropractic can help with your allergies.” It’s true though if you live in Oklahoma, odds are you tend to suffer from seasonal allergies to some degree....
Most of us, especially the guys, never make any kind of effort to go and see the doctor. Unless something is bleeding profusely, bent at a really odd angle, or hanging off by a piece of skin, we tend to think of our physical well-being...
If you find yourself waking up with neck pain and numbness, I have a few helpful tips for you. First of all, evaluate your sleeping posture. If you prefer to sleep on your back, you need a pillow with the support (neck roll) under your...
Why Children NEED Chiropractic Adjustments All children function better with 100% nerve function. All kids deserve the right to express their fullest potential. Chiropractic care is safe, gentle, and effective. It allows for the opportunity for maximum potential for well-being and immune system function. The...
Why Chiropractic? Chiropractic care is beneficial for MANY different conditions. As chiropractors, we do NOT TREAT conditions/diseases, we ADJUST vertebral bone/joint misalignments, also known as SPINAL SUBLUXATIONS. With that said, Chiropractic adjustments can help people with all sorts of diseases or symptoms. Although we don’t...
Chiropractic may help you. So, let’s talk about you for a moment, and I need you to really get this: YOUR health is based on four very important principles and everything we do in this office is based on these four principles: 1. Your body...
Chiropractic is the world’s largest, drugless healing profession, achieving its goals without the use of drugs or surgery. To accomplish these goals, the patient’s spine is thoroughly analyzed and a schedule of care is outlined. The primary method of treatment is adjustment. The chiropractic adjustment...
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