Wauwatosa Chiropractor | Why Are We Sick?

March 28, 2011 by Leave a Comment

 

This is a great video by Dr. James Chestnut about why our country is so sick. It is not our genes or bad luck. We are killing ourselves through our lifestyles. Chiropractic and wellness care is not a quick fix but a real solution that takes time. It is important to make the right health decisions for yourself and not rely on your insurance company. Everyday people are choosing a $20 copay for more meds that will never help instead of investing in true health care like Chiropractic. It is time we stop wasting our money on cheap food, cable tv, sodas, pizzas, burgers, low cost in-network care and start investing in YOU!

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Chiropractor Elm Grove | Your best D-Fence against Seasonal Illness

December 16, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Your best D-Fence against Seasonal Illness

With winter is full swing around the Elm Grove area comes the threat of “seasonal” illnesses like colds and flus. Why do viruses and bacteria only come around in the winter and fall? It’s a MYTH—they don’t!

The truth is that we are exposed to viruses and bacteria every day, all year long. What determines who gets sick and who stays well? It’s the state of our IMMUNE FUNCTION. One of the best known studies on this was by Cohen et al. in 1991 where they exposed ALL subjects to the cold virus, but only those who were “stressed” developed a cold! (Cohen, S. et al. Psychological Stress and Susceptibility to the Common Cold. N. Engl. J Med 1991 Aug 29; 325(9); 606-612.)

The state of our immune system is influenced by the stressors in our lives. Clearly, the amount of stress in our lives is not seasonal, that’s why people get colds and flus in summer months too. What is a seasonal variable that can explain a significant change in our immune function? VITAMIN D! Vitamin D is essential to maintain immune function and we get most of our vit. D from the sun. So in those cold winter months with shorter days and less time spent outside, we become deficiency in Vit D. There is an easy solution to this….Vitamin D supplements. Besides taking vitamin D to boost your immune function, research has shown that getting chiropractic adjustments can lower stress hormone levels and increase immune function. So give colds and flus the 1-2 punch with chiropractic care and the correct supplements this winter!

Dr. Madalyn Perry is a chiropractor at Performance Chiropractic. She works with people to achieve their health and wellness goals through natural means. Performance Chiropractic is located on Bluemound Road on the border of Elm Grove and Wauwatosa, WI.

This article is a summary of an article written by Dr. James Chestnut. To read the full article by Dr. Chestnut please follow the link: https://www.wellnessandprevention.com/index.cfm/2010/10/4/DSufficiency-Your-Best-DFENCE-Against-Seasonal-Colds-and-Flus

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Chiropractor Brookfield | Achieveing True Wellness

December 2, 2010 by Leave a Comment

What do Evander Holyfield, the heavyweight champion of the world, John Smoltz, the 1996 Cy Young award winner and Dan O’Brien, the 1996 Olympic Gold Medalist in the decathlon have in common? What do they share in common with Marla Maples Trump, who can afford the best the world has to offer and James Earl Jones, the fine actor?

They all have shared their excitement about the benefits of Chiropractic Wellness Care. Evander Holyfield stated in the December 1998 issue of Today’s Chiropractic, “I do believe in Chiropractic. I found that going to a Chiropractor three times a week helps my performance. Once I drove 20 miles to see a Chiropractor before a fight. I have to have my adjustment before I get in the ring.” Dan O’Brien said in the August 1996 issue, “you obviously can’t compete at your fullest if you’re not in alignment. It was the holistic idea that I liked about Chiropractic. I really think Chiropractic is essential in running. If I could put a percentage on it, I think I compete eight to ten percent better from regular Chiropractic use, if not more. It is essential for me and my training routine,” declared O’Brien.

Ten percent is a huge amount for an athlete or anyone for that matter. For Dan O’Brien, it would have been the difference between the gold medal and not even making the team.

A runner who runs a 10 second hundred meter dash may win a Olympic race, while an 11 second hundred couldn’t even qualify for the team. A 4.5 second 40 yard dash would make a fast running back, while a 5 second 40 yard dash would be an average time for a lineman. A baseball player batting .330 might win the batting title, while a player hitting .230 would get sent down to the minors.

Can you imagine if your entire life improved by ten percent? What if your energy, sleep, healing ability and immune function were all improved by 10%? How about a 10% improvement in hormonal balance and digestion efficiency? If your entire body was functioning ten percent better it would make a huge difference. You would enjoy a much happier, healthier, energetic life!

What is it that the pros know about wellness and Chiropractic that most people don’t know? Why do they receive Chiropractic Wellness Care to help them be their best and healthiest?

The first answer is that these people know health is not just how you feel. For example, they know that you can feel perfectly fine and still not be healthy.

Did you ever know someone who thought they were healthy and then all of a sudden had a heart attack? Do you know anyone who one day was fine and then , what seems like all of a sudden, got diagnosed with cancer, diabetes, arthritis, or a herniated disk?

These conditions take 10, 20, or 30 years before they show any outward symptoms that you or your doctor might be able to identify. However, what they will do is reduce your body’s function slowly over time, thereby limiting your health potential and quality of life.

This process happens so slowly over time that we accept these weaknesses as normal and go on with our life, never knowing what we are missing out on. Top athletes and performers are challenging their physical and mental limits every day, so they keep track of their function and performance in relation to their true wellness potential. Rather than waiting until they get sick or injured, they fine tune their body and mind all the time with Chiropractic Wellness Care.

Every function of your body is controlled and regulated by your nervous system. Your brain takes in all the information from the environment and sends out signals which trigger the appropriate response by your body. As long as there is no interference to this system, the brain receives the correct signals and in turn sends out the correct response. The result is a healthy human being with unlimited abilities and human potential.

Unfortunately, if there is interference to this pathway, it acts like static on a telephone line and all the body functions become reduced. Dr. Chung Ha Suh, a researcher out of the University of Colorado, found that 45mm. of a mercury pressure, roughly the weight of a quarter, is enough to reduce the function of that nerve to 40 percent of its original value. We’ve already seen the significance of 10%, can you imagine the effect of 40%? Removing this interference is a serious health issue.

Chiropractic care is essential for wellness. Chiropractic removes interference from your nervous system so there is no static on your lines. Chiropractic Wellness Care keeps your spine and nervous system free from interference so that your body can function at its best all the time.

This is why top performers receive Chiropractic Wellness Care. Maria Maples Trump” has made her Chiropractic care a family priority. Her daughter gets adjusted and she has referred her husband, mother, chauffeur, nanny and personal assistant for care.”

You too can experience true health and wellness. Begin by making Chiropractic Wellness Care a part of your families life!

Dr. Madalyn Perry and Dr. Jeff Grosskopf help people achieve all their wellness goals. Performance Chiropratic Center is located on Bluemound Rd in Wauwatosa, on the border of Brookfield.

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Wauwtosa Chiropractor Talks Chronic Fatigue & Stress

November 18, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Dr. Grosskopf discusses how chronic fatigue and stress cause havoc and disease in our bodies and what Chiropractic care can do about it. Dr. Grosskopf has an office located in Wauwatosa, WI.

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Chiropractor Brookfield | Why Low Fat Diets actually Make You More Fat

November 10, 2010 by Leave a Comment

We as the American Public have been brain washed for the past 20 years into thinking that fats are the ultimate dietary killers. There is zero scientific evidence to support this!!! All fats are not created equal as we have been previously told. There are good fats and bad fats but we have been bombarded with the phrase that “fat is bad” for so long, that we equate all fats to be harmful. The fact is we need fat in order to survive. All the cells in our body need fat to perform their daily functions. Fats and proteins are what make up the cell walls for every single cell in our body. Over half of our brain and nervous system are made up of fat. Actually, by eating certain fats, we can boost our metabolic rate and lose weight!

Our nation’s food companies want us to believe that all fat is bad. They advertise fat free, low fat, or reduced fat to make us think we can eat that whole box of cookies with no consequence because they are fat free. WRONG! Since we as a nation have gone fat free:

- Obesity has increased by more than 23%

- Adult onset diabetes has skyrocketed

- Incidence of certain kinds of heart disease has increased

- Depression has become a widespread national disorder

- Viral infections of the Immune system like Chronic Fatigue and other illnesses are becoming more and more

frequent.

So why is it that with less fat in our diet, we have become more sick? Because we need fat to survive! So what are the fats we should be eating? Those essential fatty acids like Omega-3 and Omega-6. Fat soluble vitamins A,D,E and K cannot be absorbed unless these essential fatty acids are present. So eat things like fish, nuts, eggs, cheese, are all sources of the GOOD fat. Foods that are fried or cooked in hot oils contain the BAD fat that causes heart disease, high cholesterol, etc. Remember moderation is the key!!!!! So keep those Brookfield Friday Fish Frys to one Friday a month and not every Friday!

Dr. Madalyn Perry, a chiropractor who works with patients to reach all their wellness goals. Performance Chiropractic Center is on the border of Brookfield in Wauwatosa on BlueMound Rd.

*the information in this post has been taken from the book Eat Fat, Lose Weight by Ann Louise Gittleman M.S, C.N.S

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Wauwatosa Chiropractor Talks Natural Healthcare

November 9, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Dr. Grosskopf discusses the importance of trusting the body’s ability to heal itself. Dr. Grosskopf sees patients out of his office in Wauwatosa on Bluemound Road just blocks away from Elm Grove and Brookfield.

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Chiropractor Elm Grove Talks About Joint Pain

November 4, 2010 by Leave a Comment

One-Third of Americans Suffer Joint Pain

The leading causes of disability in the U.S. are arthritis and related rheumatic conditions, which cause joint pain and inflammation in sufferers. Arthritis results from immune system disorders or wearing down of the cartilage and tissues of the joints.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, the prevalence of arthritis and chronic joint pain and stiffness may be higher than previously thought.

Questionnaires administered to randomly chosen adults in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico provided data on arthritis incidence. Arthritis prevalence was defined as doctor diagnosis; prevalence of chronic joint symptoms, or CJS, was determined when patients responded “yes” to “pain, aching, stiffness, or swelling in or around a joint” in the previous year during “most days for at least a month.”

The overall prevalence of CJS/arthritis was 33%, or approximately 70 million adults. By categories, the percentages of American adults estimated to suffer from specific conditions were: arthritis (11%), CJS (10%) and both CJS and physician-diagnosed arthritis (12%).

Arthritis symptoms can affect anyone, particularly the elderly, women and those who are overweight and lead sedentary lives. The best way to avoid developing arthritis is to maintain a healthy diet and weight and get adequate sleep. Conservative treatments for arthritis include low-impact regular aerobic exercise, massage, acupuncture and heat and cold therapy.

Reference:

Bolen J, Helmick CG, et al. Prevalence of self-reported arthritis or chronic joint symptoms among adults – United States, 2001. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (CDC) 2002:51(42), pp. 948-950.

Dr. Jeff Grosskopf and Dr. Madalyn Perry work with all types of patients to improve their joint function and slow down the degeneration process. Performance Chiropractic Center is located in Wauwatosa, WI near Elm Grove and Brookfield.

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Brookfield Chiropractor Discusses Sleeping Problems

November 4, 2010 by Leave a Comment

A case study published in the July 2006 issue of the peer-reviewed, scientific publication, the Journal of Clinical Chiropractic Pediatrics (JCCP) documented the effects of chiropractic care on a nine month old infant girl with a history of disturbed sleep. The JCCP is the official publication of the Council on Chiropractic Pediatrics of the International Chiropractors Association.

The results in this case were very impressive.  The study noted that on the afternoon after the infants first adjustment the baby girl fell asleep for 5 hours.  This was followed by nighttime sleep of 2 periods of 6 hours each.  Over the next three weeks of care the daytime sleep got shorter, but the nighttime sleep remained between 6 and 8 hours.

The study article starts off by noting that the average 9 month old should sleep approximately 14 hours per day.  In this case study a nine month old infant girl was presented for chiropractic care with a history of severely disrupted sleep and fussiness.  Additionally, the infant was refusing to breastfeed on one side and exhibited, what was called a generally unsettled behavior.  It was also noted that the child would not turn her head to the left.  These problems had been occurring since birth.

In addition to the dramatic sleep improvement, the child also improved her range of neck motion and was able to turn her head to the left in response to sound on the left side.  Additionally the infant began to feed freely and comfortably.

In their conclusion, the authors of the case study noted that the dramatic improvements after just

Performance Chiropractic Center has helped several babies and young children through Chiropractic care. We are located in Wauwtosa on the border of Elm Grove and Brookfield.

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Chiropractor Brookfield Talks Facts On Flu Vaccinations

November 3, 2010 by Leave a Comment

The following is an article written by Dr. Joseph Mercola concerning the facts about flu, the flu vaccination, and the effects of the vaccination.

Stop Worrying About the Flu

By Dr. Joseph Mercola

Like diehard fans camping out overnight to be the first in line for concert tickets to their favorite performer, people are waiting in long lines hoping to get the flu vaccine. Yes, it’s that time of year — flu season and the media and the government have stirred the public into complete panic mode. Headlines flood newspapers reading, “Vaccine shortage leads public crisis” and on the hour radio broadcasts are bombarding the public with reports that the flu epidemic is coming and there aren’t enough vaccines to fight it.

Before You Run Out to Get the Flu Shot … Do Your Homework

It’s becoming increasingly difficult to separate facts from the hype created by the media and government officials. In order to make an informed decision of whether or not to get the flu shot, it is of utmost importance to do your homework. This involves doing thorough research of the safety issues surrounding the flu vaccination and then learning the preventative measures against getting the flu in the first place.

The Target Markets for the Flu Vaccine: Elderly and Children

Generally, the flu vaccine is recommended for people ages 65 and older and to those with serious medical conditions that could quickly worsen as a result of serious complications from the flu. Reports from medical journals widely vary in the effectiveness for the elderly, ranging from 0 to 85 percent.

The CDC reports that 90 percent of deaths from influenza occur among the elderly. These kinds of statistics make it nearly impossible to credit the flu vaccine for prolonging lives in this age group, as 65 percent of all deaths (regardless of the cause) happen among the elderly.

Further, there are potential dangers to the flu vaccine, particularly to the already vulnerable elderly population. Dr. Hugh Fudenberg, one of the world’s leading immunogeneticists, states the chances of getting Alzheimer’s disease is 10 times higher if an individual has five consecutive shots than if they have one, two or no shots. This is likely due to the thimerosol (a mercury-derived preservative) and aluminum content of the vaccine.

Recommendations to give flu vaccinations to children were adopted on March 1, 2003. These recommendations include vaccinating children between 2 and 18 years who live in households containing children younger than 2 years of age. The most common type of flu vaccine given to children is called Fluzone, with each dose containing 25 ug of mercury. CDC recommendations include administering the flu vaccine to children beginning at six months of age and then on an annual basis, for the rest of their lives.

Does the Flu Vaccine Really Work?

The flu vaccine can actually weaken the immune system and make you more predisposed to the illness.

The flu vaccine, whether in the shot or nasal form, is worthless at best and should be avoided. Not only are they loaded with toxic chemicals including mercury and aluminum, but many people come down with the flu shortly after receiving the shot. This is because it actually weakens the immune system, making the person more predisposed to the illness.

The Dangers You Need to Know About FluMist

First, it is important to familiarize yourself with the side effects of FluMist, which include cough, runny nose/nasal congestion, irritability, headaches, chills, muscle aches and fever. Ironically, all of these symptoms bear striking similarities to the symptoms of the flu.

In addition, research has shown an increased risk of Bell palsy following intranasal flu vaccination, according to the Global Advisory Committee on Vaccine Safety (GACVS). The makers of the nasal flu vaccine in the study decided not to market it the following season due to the risk. According to GACVS, the greater risk of Bell palsy following immunization with this vaccine may have been due to specific vaccine components, or simply to use of the intranasal administration route. It is therefore possible that such complications of vaccine administration may also apply to other nasal vaccines.

The new live-virus vaccine (FLUMIST), which is squirted up the nose, was licensed by the FDA in June 2003 for use in healthy individuals between the ages of five and 50. It is not recommended for pregnant women or those with asthma, chronic lung or heart disease; chronic underlying medical conditions such as diabetes or kidney disorders; immune suppression or immune system problems; children or adolescents receiving aspirin therapy, anyone allergic to eggs; or those with a history of Guillain Barre syndrome. It should not be given simultaneously with other vaccines.

FLUMIST’s vaccine live virus is shed after vaccination so the vaccinated are advised to avoid close contact with immune-compromised individuals for at least 21 days. Some hospital personnel are asking those recently vaccinated with FLUMIST to avoid visiting patients in hospitals to prevent the risk of transmitting the vaccine strain virus to sick patients.

Source: http://www.mercola.com/2004/oct/27/flu_options.htm

Dr. Madalyn Perry works with patients to naturally boost their immune systems. Performance Chiropractic Center is located in Wauwatosa, WI on the border of Brookfield, WI and Elm Grove, WI.

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Chiropractor Brookfield talks about overall health and Chiropractic

October 28, 2010 by Leave a Comment

Chiropractic Adjustments Affect the Autonomic Nervous System, Study Shows

In a study published in the September 2000 issue of the Journal of Manipulative and Physiologic Therapeutics, researchers showed that chiropractic adjustments have an effect on the Autonomic Nervous System. This research was designed to measure the changes in “Edge Light Pupil Cycle Time” (ELPCT) which is one of the light reflexes of the eyes. This reflex is controlled by the Autonomic Nervous System. The results showed a decrease in the Edge Light Pupil Cycle Time therefore showing a direct link between a chiropractic adjustment and a response in the Autonomic Nervous System.

The implications of this research go well beyond the eye itself. The Autonomic Nervous System is that part of the nervous system responsible for the control and function of internal body organs. Chiropractors have said for over 100 years that interference to the nervous system creates a situation whereby various parts of the body will not be functioning at their fullest innate potential. Despite all the reported cases of people with a variety of internal problems responding to chiropractic care, the medical community would always dismiss these cases as a coincidence.

This new research adds much credibility to the reports of miraculous results under chiropractic by scientifically showing a link between chiropractic adjustments of the spine and the part of the nervous system responsible for the control of internal organs. This clearly validates and reinforces the great results that chiropractors have reported to see over the last 100 years. Chiropractic care can have a positive affect on organ system health problems.

Dr. Madalyn Perry has treated patients with an array of complaints and does not focus on only neck and back pain. Performance Chiropractic is on the border of Wauwatosa near Elm Grove and Brookfield.

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