We’re excited to offer the first workshop of 2012! Our Super Kids Nutrition Workshop by Dr. Peri Hetcher is right around the corner. The workshop will focus on children of all ages. You will be learning about: Nutritional tips for kids Grocery shopping for healthy foods on a budget Supplements for kids who are picky eaters [...]
When you are looking for a chiropractor, there are a few things that you should be asking in order to figure out whether or not it will be a good fit. Similar to how you choose your dentist or general practitioner, you want to be sure that you pick the right chiropractor for you. There [...]
Ribley Family Chiropractic and Massage would like to wish you a very Happy Holidays! We hope that you have a marvelous time with family and friends this year.
If your lumbar or cervical discs are herniated, you may not need surgery. Typically, patients are advised to start with a course of conservative care before considering spine surgery for a herniated disc. This is the preferred method, for most cases that do not include sever spinal conditions, to go about treating herniated discs. Many [...]
One of the many benefits to stretching is that it preps your muscles for being strengthened. If you have ever performed an exercise routine such as P90x, then you have probably heard that stretching is important for many reasons, including strengthening your muscles. Having a balanced workout routine, supported with stretching, helps prevent injury. When [...]
Sciatica is a pain that can be extremely debilitating for thousands of people every year. The pain generally hits around the hip and can shoot down through the leg. It can often make the simplest of things like standing a chore for those who suffer through it. The pain can feel like a lightning rod [...]
These days, we as human beings find ourselves working indoors, sitting in front of a computer, and pounding away at keys more than ever before. Our work lifestyle as a nation requires us to sit for extremely long periods of time to accomplish our daily tasks and goals. One of the most common side effects of this [...]
One of the most up and coming trends among athletes is barefoot running. This running style can be achieved by either kicking your shoes to the curb all together, or by wearing minimalist footwear such as Vibram Five Fingers, Nike Free, or Merrell Barefoot. Many other footwear manufacturers are jumping onto the minimalist running train [...]
We have all had those days that seem to be off to a bad start the minute that we roll out of bed due to a stiff neck. Sometimes they go away with a little bit of time and a ho morning shower, and other times they seem to last for days. While some neck [...]
Chronic knee pain can be a serious interference with your daily life. When you have chronic knee pain, everything from waking up in the morning, to walking over to your kitchen to pour a cup of coffee shoots pain up and down your leg. It can keep you from leaving your home, participating in athletic [...]
