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Rosser Chiro is Sponsoring Thurston County Bicycle Commuter Contest’s 25th Edition
We’re excited to sponsor the 25th Anniversary of the Thurston County Bicycle Commuter Contest. More than ever, I see bicycle commuting as a vibrant contribution to the well-being of our community and the people who live in it. As a … Continue reading
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Massage after Exercise Decreases Inflammation and Increases Mitochondrial Growth
In over a decade of practice as a chiropractor, the main referral partners I have developed in the community are massage therapists. Over the years, I have come to appreciate the benefits they provide to our mutual patients in the … Continue reading
Neck Pain from Cycling: Some Interesting Stats for A Common Problem
When people speak of suffering on the bike, they usually are referring to pain in the legs from their efforts. For many, though, their suffering comes in a different form: Overuse injuries of the neck and shoulder. Recently, I was … Continue reading
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Building a Better Cycling Posture
Here’s an article that was published in the January 2012 edition of the Capital Bicycle Club newsletter. -APR Recently, I listened to an excellent podcast by Victor Jimenez of Bicycle Lab. He was interviewing Peter Park and Dr. Eric Goodman, … Continue reading
“Manipulation of the Neck and Upper Back Leads to Quicker Recovery”
“Manipulation of the Neck and Upper Back Leads to Quicker Recovery.” So say the authors of a new study of neck pain treatment in the recent edition of the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy (JOSPT.) The focus of their … Continue reading
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Concussions Continue to be a Hot Topic, and Not Just in Sports!
Last July, I wrote an entry about concussions in cyclists. Since then, I’ve seen more and more discussion of this topic in the media, especially regarding injuries in high school and college athletics. But it’s not just in the realm … Continue reading
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How Does Chiropractic Treatment Compare to Medication and Exercise for Neck Pain?
Neck pain is a very common cause for patients to seek treatment. People will often choose chiropractic care, but they will also seek out care with others, including massage therapists, medical doctors, physical therapists, acupuncturists, and others. It’s also not … Continue reading
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Foam Roller Techniques for People with Lower Back Pain
The foam roller has become a hot topic in self-care. It is generally considered a self-myofascial release tool used by runners, cyclists, and other active people. It’s also commonly used in rehabilitation and treatment in clinics and at home. Many … Continue reading
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2012 Resolution… Get a Move On!
How much do you move in a day? Hours? Minutes? None? I’m sure most of us would guess on the higher side rather than lower. I know I did! As a clinical question, I always try to get an idea … Continue reading
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Core Exercise and the “Foundation” Training Philosophy
Throughout the year, I’ve given many of my patients a new exercise called the “Founder.” It’s a little bit yoga and a little bit pilates in its origin. I’ve also been using a new series/progression of similar exercises in a … Continue reading
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