“My husband injured his back December 2010. A friend of mine recommended you all. I was really surprised that you were able to get my husband in the next day! He showed improvement after the first visit. He is doing great now. I’ve had knee replacement surgery and was experiencing stiffness in both knees and low back pain. My husband said I should give you all a try. I made the appointment and have been coming ever since. Knees don’t bother me as much. Low back is a lot better. Even my feet don’t bother me as much. I sleep better at night.”~48 year-old female
Stop Mandatory Vaccination
Have you heard that the Supreme Court has granted vaccine manufacturers immunity from liability for vaccine-related injuries? Learn more at the National Vaccine Information Center’s site . NVIC has been advocating for informed choice regarding vaccination for decades and they need our help. Please consider contributing to them and spread the word to friends and family. We must not allow mandatory vaccination of any kind. Thank you for your support.
Help for Aging Eyes
For several years now we have been recommending to our patients vision programs from the Cambridge Institute for Better Vision. Their program for presbyopia is especially effective, easy, and improvement is often immediate–it’s possible to avoid needing reading glasses. Eyes can get “stuck” in dysfunction just like joints. While chiropractic works to improve joint function, these simple eye exercises work to improve eye function. The eyes need nutritional support also; we recommend nutritional supplements and changes in diet based on an individual’s history and lab tests–taking a separate eye supplement is generally not necessary.
5-yr. old w/ Earaches
“Our son was getting sick pretty often. Ear aches and common cold symptoms. After quite a few different doctors and no luck we brought him in to Dr. Burgoon. It turns out that we found out he had a dairy allergy. Thanks to Dr Burgoon. He adjusted him a few times and corrected his diet. We have had a great response. No more ear aches and no more being sick, aside from the common cold once in a great while. Very happy with Dr. Burgoon and his care.”~Dad of 5 year-old boy
Watch Out for Iron Deficiency
A very common finding for women who have been experiencing heavier than usual periods is iron deficiency. Our blood panel includes a test for ferritin, an iron storage protein, which is useful for checking the body’s iron stores. Very often this number is low for peri-menopausal and menopausal women who come to our clinic. Low iron can cause headaches, fatigue, restless legs, dizziness, hair loss–the list goes on. Iron deficiency should never be missed but it is. Call our office to schedule a nutrition consultation if you suspect you need a ferritin test and help with diet and supplements for addressing low iron.
Our Family Cook Book
Monica and her siblings have recently published a charming volume called Our Family Cook Book. Dedicated to their parents, it contains an excellent variety of recipes submitted by Monica and her sisters and brothers. Special holiday recipes, modern healthy supper ideas, and old family favorites are included as well as interesting personal comments regarding the origin and history of some of the recipes. There is something to please everyone in this cook book!
Come by the office and take a look. We will have additional copies printed if enough people are interested, so please let us know if you would like to be added to the waiting list.
Submitted by Sandy Taylor
Breech Baby and Back Pain
“Severe back pain associated with pregnancy and transverse/breech baby. Had a very hard time walking, exercising, small tasks. Sleeping was very tough and in constant pain. In addition, had lingering issues from car wreck in shoulder and back–seeing results from treatment. After treatments in first week saw a major relief! In the 2nd/3rd week happy to tell the baby flipped and is in correct position at 31 weeks--huge relief mentally and physically. Now able to have relief while walking and can slowly return to exercising. So happy with the treatments and team @ Towers Chiropractic. Truly helped me during my pregnancy!!”~34 year-old female
High Blood Pressure and Back Pain
“I had high blood pressure, headaches and dizziness from the medication, plus loss of flexibility involving my entire spine, and neck, and back pain. I had blood work and based on that Monica put me on a variety of supplements and Dr. Burgoon adjusted my spine and extremities. I no longer need my medication, have much greater flexibility and rarely have any symptoms.”~71 year-old male
Chronic Headaches
“I was having chronic headaches for years. Dr. Burgoon diagnosed me with chronic neck arthritis from an injury 20-years ago. No doctor had diagnosed this. Within 2 months of treatment, my headaches improved dramatically and I have felt better than I have in years.”~ 48 year-old male
Holy Basil or Tulsi Tea For Sore Throats
According to a native of India whom we happened to meet here in Roanoke, people in India chew the leaves of holy basil to get rid of sore throats. Apparently, holy basil grows like a weed in parts of India so it is readily available. Here in Roanoke, we may not have access to live plants most of the year but we can drink the tea made from dried leaves all year long.
For most Americans, the herb can be grown during the summer months, harvested in the Fall, and dried for use during the winter months. It is an attractive, aromatic annual with leaves that are pleasant to chew raw but also make a delicious tea once dried. The tea is available in stores as “Tulsi tea”. Holy basil also is known to bolster the immune system, improve digestion, provide a calming effect, and balance blood sugar and cholesterol levels. It is a real plus that it tastes good too.
Next time you get a tickle in your throat or you are exposed to a cold, don’t forget to make some holy basil tea.
