One of my favorite things is teaching people how their spinal health affects their overall well-being.
The Spine: Your Foundation for Health
The top reason for missing work is back pain. Your spine and your skull are the two structures that protect your central nervous system, ie. the spinal cord and brain. From a foundational aspect, your nervous controls everything within the body. Spinal health is absolutely necessary for the body to maintain any type of wellness.
Alignment: The Key to Balance and Vitality
Spinal alignment is key to keeping your spine (and body) healthy. Physical, chemical and emotional traumas happen and wreak havoc on the nervous system. This is what causes our spines to come out of alignment. As a chiropractor, restoring and maintaining proper spinal alignment is paramount to achieving wellness.
Chiropractic Care: Your Path to Optimal Wellness
Chiropractic care offers an incredible way to restore balance and enhance your overall health. I feel with my hands, where you have restriction in the spine, adjust the spine and allow the nerves to function, which allow the body to function. This addresses not only physical discomfort but also nurtures the body's natural healing abilities.
Yoga: Support for Spinal Health
Complementing chiropractic care, the practice of yoga serves as a powerful ally in nurturing spinal health. As a 200 hour yoga teacher, I encourage the incorporation of yoga into your wellness routine. Through a thoughtfully designed sequence of asanas (poses), yoga strengthens the supporting muscles, enhances flexibility, and encourages proper alignment, all of which contribute to the longevity and vitality of your spine.
Reiki: Energy work to Enhance Spinal Health
Recognizing the interconnectedness of our physical and energetic bodies, Reiki, a gentle energy healing modality, can be a transformative addition to your spinal wellness journey. As a Reiki 2 certified practitioner, I have witnessed the profound impact of this ancient practice in fostering balance and promoting the smooth flow of energy along the spine. By addressing imbalances at an energetic level, Reiki contributes to your overall well-being and supports the healing process.
Nutrition: Fueling Your Nervous System
Nourishing your body with a balanced and nutrient-rich diet is paramount for supporting spinal health. I'm super passionate about nutrition and teaching my patients about the importance of reading labels. I encourage you to choose foods with minimal ingredients, preferably local and something that doesn't have a long shelf life. Choosing food like these has a positive effect on your nervous system.
Wellness is not rocket science but knowing where to look for resources is important. Making your spinal health a priority is one piece to the anti-aging puzzle. We all can picture the person at the grocery that has limited mobility. Having a few tools in your tool kit will keep the body younger allowing you to have the stamina to play with your kids and/or grandkids. As a chiropractor, I challenge you to embark on a journey that prioritizes the well-being of your spine. Through chiropractic care, complemented by yoga, Reiki, and a balanced diet, we can unlock optimal wellness, allowing your body, mind and spirit to thrive.
Together, let us honor the gift that is our spine, recognizing its influence on every aspect of our lives. Embrace the restorative power of chiropractic care and its allied practices to cultivate a state of balance, vitality and inspiration.
With warmth and dedication,
Dr. Whitney Shoults, DC, RYT-200, Reiki 2 Certified
Helping people see Their beauty within