Right-wing common sense?

June 5, 2019

Rep. Justin Amash, R-Mich., who advocates the impeachment of President Trump, held a rousing town hall in his home district on May 28. He spoke of Trump’s breaches of public trust. He described the constitutional obligation of Congress to check abuses of power by a president who has shamelessly violated his oath of office. “I want to salute your courage,” said a Vietnam War veteran. At this, applause erupted in the hall. A standing ovation. In photos, the crowd looked largely white. Women could be seen in head coverings: Two wore Mennonite doilies, and one, Diane Luke, had on ...

Fashion vs. function: High heels can hurt you

May 19, 2019

Q: I am a busy working woman and need to wear suits and heels daily. I do not mind this because I feel good about the way I look, but I am concerned that doing this for over 5 years is beginning to give me problems. Could my restrictive attire cause my pain? A: Absolutely. Chiropractors are talking about this topic on a daily basis. Don’t let a fashion statement put you at risk for back, shoulder or any other type of physical discomfort. Stiletto heels and platforms may be all the rage, for example, but they could be perilous to the feet and the back. High heels, in particular, force ...

Back pain is not likely to go away on its own

May 5, 2019

Q: I am feeling pain in my back and wonder if it is a really bad idea to wait and see if it goes away on its own. Do you find that back pain can resolve without any treatment? A: Back pain is not likely to go away on its own in many cases. When it does, it is common for it to return if proper therapy has not corrected the original pain generator. And the fact that 80 percent of people will have back trouble at some point in their lives is no consolation. It’s the second most common reason for a visit to a doctor’s office. The back is a complex structure, with muscles, bones, ...

Chiropractors treat more than just back pain

April 21, 2019

Q: I get neck pain and shoulder soreness monthly and am getting tired of it. It makes me dizzy, gives me headaches, and hurts. I have been told I need to stop eating the over the counter anti-inflammatories because it is hurting my liver. So what am I supposed to do, just suffer? What does a ...

Nearsightedness is common — but not contagious

March 31, 2019

Q: I heard that nearsightedness is spreading, especially among children. Is this true and why? A: You are right, in that nearsightedness is increasing dramatically around the world. Some call this an “epidemic,” because it is becoming so prevalent so fast. To be clear, nearsightedness ...

Maintaining back health during pregnancy

March 24, 2019

Pregnancy is a beautiful state. But it can also bring some physical discomfort as your body changes. Lumbar pain, which is lower back pain, can develop as your center of gravity shifts and pulls your posture out of line. Because your balance may be off just a bit, be a little more careful when ...