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Car Accidents & Injuries
Most Dangerous Intersections in Miami Dade County
Miami-Dade County is not just the most populous county in Florida, it’s also the site of the most car accidents. In 2015, the Florida Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) reported that 63,451 car accidents were reported in Miami-Dade, which is a 45.46% increase when compared to crashes reported the previous year. While...
anatomy of the spine
Chiropractic Therapy
Anatomy of the Spine
The spine plays an extremely important role in the body as it supports the body’s weight, provides posture while allowing for movement and flexibility, and protects the spinal cord. The spine is made up of 33 individual bones that are stacked on top of each other. From there, the spinal column is an intricate entanglement...
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Pain Treatment
How Athletes Use Chiropractic Care for Injury Care & Prevention
Professional athletes must remain in tip-top shape if they want to stay in the game. Unfortunately, with many sports, the risk of an injury is always looming. According to the American Chiropractic Association, Doctors of Chiropractic are used by all 32 professional football teams. The chiropractors treat musculoskeletal strain injuries, such as neck and back...
driving on slippery roads
Car Accidents & Injuries
Accidents on Slippery Florida Roads
Weather is considered one of the most common causes of an auto accident. Whether its ice and snow up north or surging rain in South Florida, weather can impact vehicle maneuvering and increase your risk of an accident. Despite being known as the Sunshine State, Florida’s rainy season, between June and August, leads to almost...
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Safety & Recreation
Chiropractors Go to Bat for Baseball Players
Spring training season is officially here. While players prepare for the season, their
accidents after daylight savings time
Car Accidents & Injuries
Accidents Increase around Daylight Savings Time
Daylight savings time, when the clocks spring forward one hour, was initiated with the purpose of making better use of daylight hours. For many, this means working longer hours or having more leisure time to spend outdoors. But for most, it simply means loss of sleep. The Monday morning heading back to work after daylight...
intersection in broward county
Car Accidents & Injuries
Most Dangerous Intersections in Broward County
Broward County is home to many dangerous things, from alligators to bad surf. But one of the most dangerous aspects may just be the drivers. According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles, more than 38,000 car crashes were reported in the county in 2015. Broward County was the site of the...
chiropractor vs physical therapy
Chiropractic Therapy
What’s the Difference between a Chiropractor and Physical Therapist?
If you’re suffering from aches and pains after an accident, you’ll find that there are varying treatment options both at home and through professionals. When seeking out professional health care, many people get confused about the differences between visiting a chiropractor and a physical therapist. There are also some misconceptions about what each profession does...
car accident leading to injuries to be examined by chiropractic physician
Chiropractic Therapy
How Soon After a Car Accident Should You See a Chiropractor?
After an accident, emotions and your adrenaline are running high, which can make it easy to ignore the symptoms of a car accident injury. As a result, some people tend to leave the scene of an accident thinking they do not need any medical attention right away. However, failing to see a doctor after a...