You Don’t Just Want a Massage: 99 Reasons Why You NEED Massage Therapy

You Don’t Just Want a Massage: 99 Reasons Why You NEED Massage Therapy By Dr. Brent Wells, DC Massage; just the word makes you want to close your eyes and take a deep sigh. So much more than just a relaxing pastime, massage therapy is one of the best ways to maintain your already good […]

How Much Does a Chiropractor Cost Without Insurance?

by Without insurance, you can expect to pay somewhere between $130 and $200 for a chiropractic visit. While this is the average range, it is possible to pay as little as $80 in some places or as high as $250 in others. These are extreme cases, though. These prices generally cover a full exam and […]

7 Preparation Tips for Your First Chiropractic Appointment

7 Preparation Tips for Your First Chiropractic Appointment

An appointment anywhere new is a bit unsettling, no matter where or who it is you are going to see; a new dentist, hairstylist, and chiropractor. This is even more so if you know next to nothing about what a chiropractor actually does. You probably googled what chiropractors do and seen some pretty shocking videos. […]

The Biggest Back Pain Mistake You Don’t Want to Make

The Biggest Back Pain Mistake You Don’t Want to Make

Anytime we feel pain in our backs or necks, it’s a cause for concern. After all, what would we do without our spine? There are usually two groups of people when it comes to reacting to back pain. There are those who ignore the pain and hope that it goes away, and those who are […]

6 Myths about Sprains and Strains (And What the Difference Is!)

A woman lying down looking to be injured on her calf and a man checking up on her.

If you have ever sprained your ankle or strained your back, you know how terribly painful these conditions can be. For those not involved in the medical field, the words sprain, and strain are often used interchangeably, even though they are different injuries. What is the difference between a sprain and a strain? What Is […]

10 Little Known Tips to Help You Learn How to Stay Fit This Summer

10 Little Known Tips to Help You Learn How to Stay Fit This Summer

Wow. Summer is already here! It seems like just days ago we were struggling with freezing winds and snow. A few months ago, you probably counted down the days to warmer weather, when you could take off those sweaters and coats and show off all the hard work you had accomplished with your diet and […]

Your First Chiropractor Visit Explained

A person getting their blood pressure measured.

Most of us have been going to the doctor or dentist since we were young. As a result, we have a pretty good idea of what’s going to happen when we walk through the door of a physician’s or dentist’s office. But many people don’t go to a chiropractor until they develop back pain or […]

Why Does Type 1 Diabetes Occur?

Why Does Type 1 Diabetes Occur?

Diabetes is a disease that results from the body losing the ability to maintain healthy blood sugar levels. Regulating the levels of sugar, or glucose, in the bloodstream is normally the job of the pancreas, a gland that is located below and behind the stomach. In most people, the pancreas produces insulin, which allows sugar […]