Chiropractic can help the entire reproductive system.

Menstrual and premenstrual problems

Many women spend a portion of every month suffering from menstrual and premenstrual pain and discomfort. Many studies confirm that chiropractic's drug-free approach should be considered by any person dealing with menstrual discomfort. Chiropractic is a safe and effective non-pharmacological alternative for women with menstrual, bowel, bladder or other pelvic problems.

Hysterectomy

Hysterectomy - the amputation of the uterus (which sometimes includes the fallopian tubes and ovaries) - is, in the overwhelming

majority of cases, an unnecessary operation. Over 650,000 women receive hysterectomies each year in the U.S. Many of these operations are completely unnecessary. Many of these women experience depression, urinary incontinence, bowel problems, icy feet and toes, diminished sensation from the waist down, bone and joint pain, memory loss and other problems. Few doctors warn their patients about these too common after-effects. Before any woman submits to this potentially damaging operation, she should explore nonsurgical alternatives.

Chiropractic care is also necessary for any woman who has had a hysterectomy to ensure that her remaining internal organs function without nerve interference to better compensate for the organs that were removed.

Menopause

Menopause is a normal physiological state. Some doctors consider it a disease and subject women to drug therapies - such as dangerous hormone replacement therapy (HRT) - that increase the risk of breast cancer and heart problems. It is thus far better to first explore safer, more natural healing approaches when dealing with the symptoms of menopause.

Many women who initially visit a chiropractor for back and neck pain are pleased to discover relief from menstrual and other gynecological problems. The attitude "If I don't have a backache, I don't need a chiropractor'' is a serious misconception that keeps many people from getting the chiropractic help they need.

Before you answer that question, first think a minute on what exactly fitness means. It may surprise you to learn that fitness is not about bulging muscles or the endurance to climb a mountain. Fitness is about being healthy: looking healthy, feeling good about yourself, sharing life's joys with those you love, friendship and having the energy to enjoy life. The reward will be longevity so you can keep doing the things you love. Never ignore exercise and proper eating - when was the last time you made your heart beat strongly and got out of breath? When was the last time you felt inspired? Use your body, mind and heart to their fullest. Stretch yourself to your limits. Face fear, face flab and overcome.

Staying active, physically and mentally, keeps you young and healthy no matter what your age. It isn't easy to overcome years of inactivity and poor eating habits. But the alternative is poor health, emotional dullness, unhappiness and a shortened life span. The choice is yours - you must choose. Remember, not choosing is a choice.

So far at least 11 girls and young women have died after receiving the GardasilT "cervical cancer vaccine." This useless, dangerous vaccine is also gaining a reputation as the most painful of childhood shots, health experts say. Officials at Merck attribute it partly to the virus-like particles in the shot. Pre-marketing studies showed more reports of pain from Gardasil than from dummy shots, and patients reported more pain when given shots with more of the particles. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080104/ap_on_he_me/painful_shot

Can I tell if I have a subluxation without consulting a chiropractor?
Not always. A subluxation or nerve pressure is like a dental cavity - you may have it for a long time before symptoms appear. That's why periodic checkups are so important. One common symptom of nerve stress is fatigue. Unbalanced body structure causes you to lose energy - you may feel like you don't get enough sleep or you wake up tired. Although it may be possible to know you have spinal nerve stress, it is rarely possible to be sure you don't. An occasional spinal checkup is always a good idea.

At what age should chiropractic begin?
Apart from pregnancy (which is an especially important time for chiropractic care for mothers-to-be) newborns may need care after a difficult or traumatic birth. There are case histories of seriously ill infants adjusted in hospitals with miraculous recoveries.
When should one begin chiropractic care? Right now! Chiropractic has saved many, from infants to the elderly, from a life of drugs and surgery.

Is chiropractic care addictive?
If only it were (just a little!), there would be a lot fewer sick people around, and chiropractors wouldn't get patients who last saw a chiropractor "a few years ago when my back went out.'' It is possible to get used to feeling more balanced, less stressed and more energetic as a result of periodic chiropractic care. You may become more sensitive and know when you've "lost'' your adjustment.

Can I go for care only once?
Of course - we'd love to see you and many miracles have been reported from a single chiropractic adjustment. Once is better than never. You can go to a dentist only once as well but your teeth won't be in as good of shape as if you would go regularly. Chiropractic can help in so many ways. Why not ask us about your specific needs?

Another reason to avoid drugging yourself and your children: For the treatment of night-time cough and insomnia associated with upper respiratory infections a study revealed: "neither Benadryl nor dextromethorphan [Robitussin, Vicks 44] produced a superior benefit" than placebo. In fact insomnia was reported more frequently in those who were given dextromethorphan [Robitussin, Vicks 44], and drowsiness was reported more commonly in those who were given diphenhydramine [Benadryl]. None were found to be superior to placebo. (1)

Spinal bifida. A 31-year-old female with spina bifida had multiple symptoms such as muscle spasms, poor bladder control, recurrent bladder infection, swollen cervical lymph nodes, and possible immunosuppression.
After 5 years of chiropractic care, her bladder has been infection free for more than a year; bladder control has improved and leg spasms have decreased in frequency and severity. Menstrual cramping is reduced. (2)

Frozen shoulder. A 43-year-old woman suffered from neck pain radiating into the left shoulder, and pain and muscle weakness of the left arm. The problem began 20 years ago with the birth of her first child. She also suffered from headaches for the past 8-10 years. Immediately after the first adjustment her left hand doubled in grip strength. After one month of care she was "much better" with full range of motion of the left shoulder regained. Within 6 weeks the shoulder and arm pain had completely resolved with a 400% increase in left hand grip strength and a 100% increase in right hand grip strength. A one-year follow-up showed continued resolution. (3)

Organic is healthier

A new study in The Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry found that organic tomatoes are twice as high in flavonoids as conventional tomatoes. Flavonoids protect against heart disease and other chronic ailments. Researchers analyzed and compared organic to conventional tomatoes over a ten-year period. The organic tomatoes not only scored better, but their flavonoid levels actually increased over time. Prior similar studies have found organic foods to have higher levels of a variety of vitamins and minerals. Scientists attribute the higher quality of organic foods to the healthier soil on organic farms. (4) http://www.organicconsumers.org/articles/article_6181.cfm

High cholesterol protects from cancer

The medical obsession with lowering cholesterol is causing more harm than good. In The Journal of the American College of Cardiology researchers revealed that low cholesterol levels actually increase the risk of cancer, especially among those taking "statin" drugs like LipitorT and ZocorT. (5)

Consume healthy fats from free-range or grass-fed animals (eggs, meat, milk, butter, cheese, yogurt), nuts, and olive and coconut oils. These are some of the healthiest foods you can eat. (As with all foods, look for organic or minimally processed options whenever possible.) Also, avoid processed or fast foods and canola oil, margarine, vegetable oil, soy oil, soy "milk," low fat or skim milk - these man-made substances were never meant for consumption - your body doesn't know what to do with them. They wind up clogging your arteries and putting you on the fast track to heart disease and cancer. (6)

Consider taking Juice Plus+, 17 fruits and vegetables in a capsule, chewable or gummie form. It's an easy and affordable way to get densely nutritious food into your family's diet every single day without a lot of fuss. All the produce in Juice Plus+ is 100% free of toxins and pesticides, and all vine-ripened for the best nutrition and is sugar, salt and gluten free. All this for less than a gourmet cup of coffee a day. For more information, contact the office.

A distraught senior citizen phoned her doctor's office.
"Is it true," she wanted to know, "that the medication you prescribed has to be taken for the rest of my life?"
"Yes, I'm afraid so," the doctor told her.
There was a moment of silence before the senior lady replied,
"I'm wondering, then, just how serious my condition is because this prescription is marked 'NO REFILLS'."

In a Swiss mountain inn: Special today - no ice cream.
In a Tokyo hotel: Is forbidden to steal hotel towels please. If you are not a person to do such thing is please not to read notice.
In a Bucharest hotel lobby: The lift is being fixed for the next day. During that time we regret that you will be unbearable.
In a Leipzig elevator: Do not enter the lift backwards, and only when lit up.
In a Belgrade hotel elevator: To move the cabin, push button for wishing floor. If the cabin should enter more persons, each one should press a number of wishing floor.
In a Paris hotel elevator: Please leave your values at the front desk.
In a hotel in Athens: Visitors are expected to complain at the office between the hours of 9 and 11 A.M. daily.
In the lobby of a Moscow hotel across from a Russian Orthodox monastery: You are welcome to visit the cemetery where famous Russian and Soviet composers, artists, and writers are buried daily except Thursday.
In an Austrian hotel catering to skiers: Not to perambulate the corridors in the hours of repose in the boots of ascension.
On the menu of a Swiss restaurant: Our wines leave you nothing to hope for.

Bye. See you next month. Don't forget to stop by for a checkup and adjustment.

Have a great and healthy month!
Dr. Ross and Staff

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2. Thomas RJ, Wilkinson RR. Chiropractic care in adult spina bifida: a case report. Chiropractic Technique. 1990;2:191-193.
3. Freeley KM. Conservative chiropractic care of frozen shoulder syndrome: a case study. Chiropr Res J. 1992;2(2):31-37.
4. Mitchell AE, Hong Y-J, Koh E et al. Ten-year comparison of the influence of organic and conventional crop management practices on the content of flavonoids in tomatoes J. Agric. Food Chem. 2007;55(15):6154-6159.
5. Alawi A et al. Effect of the magnitude of lipid lowering on cancer. Journal of the American College of Cardiology. 2007;50:409-418.
6. www.westonaprice.org