SLO Wellness Center

We Have Moved!

2009-06-25T09:42:00.000-07:00

We have officially moved in to our new space upstairs to Suite #300 !

Please join us at our OPEN HOUSE:

Thursday July 16th 4-7 pm

We can't wait for you to come check it out!

Hope

2009-06-21T13:18:00.000-07:00

" In the absence of certainty, there is nothing wrong with hope." Carl Simonton

Optimism

2009-06-14T13:10:00.000-07:00

"An optimist may see a light where there is none, but why must the pessimist always run to blow it out?" Michael de Saint-Pierre

"A pessimist is someone, who, when confronted with two unpleasant choices, selects both." Anon

"The optimist proclaims that we live in the best of all possible worlds, and the pessimist fears that this is true." James Cabell

Health & Happiness

2009-06-13T11:44:00.000-07:00

"The health of the people is really the foundation upon which all their happiness and all their powers as a state depend." Benjamin Disraeli

Make Good Choices Today

2009-06-07T13:03:00.000-07:00

"Please understand my friend that where you find yourself tomorrow is a function of the positive decisions and actions you take today." Akin A. Awolaja

The new colors in SLO Wellness Center

2009-06-01T10:10:00.000-07:00

After all these weeks of seeing the white footprints in the elevator...

Soon you will be pushing the #3 button

The colors are in... woo hoo!

We love the way it looks so far...

And we look forward to the excellent views!

Can't wait to share it with you.

We will keep you posted!

Be Happy!

2009-05-29T12:57:00.000-07:00

"He who is of calm and happy nature will hardly feel the pressure of age, but to him who is of an opposite disposition, youth and age are equally a burden." Plato

GMO's & Monsanto

2009-05-27T12:55:00.000-07:00

A great resource for information regarding GMO's (Genetically Modified Organisms)

& Monsanto

"Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) are the result of laboratory processes which artificially insert foreign genes into the DNA of food crops or animals. Those genes may come from bacteria, viruses, insects, animals or even humans. GMOs are not safe, but have been in the food supply since 1996. Most Americans say they would not eat GMOs if labeled, but the U.S. does not require labeling."

CLICK HERE to check out their WEBSITE

Dream and Achieve

2009-05-25T12:55:00.000-07:00

"You can achieve anything you want in life if you have the courage to dream it, the intelligence to make a realistic plan, and the will to see the plan through to the end." Sidney Friedman

FOX News Whistle Blowers - Bovine Growth Hormone in Milk

2009-05-22T12:33:00.000-07:00

This video is a great one on whistle blowers against monsanto and bovine growth hormone in milk. amazing!

Here is also a great website for more information:

Responsible Technology

Blessed with Health

2009-05-20T12:20:00.000-07:00

"A wise man should consider that health is the greatest of all blessings." Hippocrates

Varicose Veins

2009-05-15T12:26:00.000-07:00

VARICOSE VEINS

- Fish Oil 4000 mg/day (containing EPA & DHA in a 2:1 ratio)

*** We suggest Carlson’s brand which can be purchased in our clinic. For patients who are Vegan, we offer UDO’s oil (a plant based option)

- Avoid long periods of standing or sitting. Take rest periods several times during the day to elevate your legs above heart level.

- Avoid crossing your legs.

- After bathing, apply castor oil directly over the problem veins and massage from the feet up.

- Avoid scratching the itchy skin above the varicose veins. Scratching can cause ulceration and bleeding.

Some Photos of the Upstairs Buildout

2009-05-13T09:45:00.000-07:00

A lot has changed since these photos were taken but we just wanted to give you a sneak peak at what's going on "upstairs"! It's obvious that something is happening up there... with all the dusty footprints around the stairs and elevator... not to mention the banging... Sorry!

The space is going to be so much roomier... and with BEAUTIFUL views... we know you will love it.

Make sure to fill out one of the surveys in the office to give us your input on what types of things you would like to see in the new place.

In Defense of Food

2009-05-08T11:32:00.000-07:00

"Let your food be your medicine and your medicine your food." Hippocrates

Eat Food. Not Too Much. Mostly Plants.

Brilliance! Fundamental! Back to Basics! A must read and therefore it tops the current list of gotta have books! Michael Pollan does a phenomenal job of relaying how we veered from a group of people who ate food to a body of folks desperately looking and hoping to justify that what's in the food (specific nutrients) we've chosen to consume is certainly improving our health. Whether the nutrients claim to lower your cholesterol, decrease your risk for cancer, increase your energy, boost your immune system, or help you lose weight (just to name a few), food manufacturers have succeeded in getting Americans to buy based on the added nutrient not the food itself! The book reveals not only how since the inception of this change in behaviour that we've created more disease but that we've lost the need to ask the question, "What's wrong with the food itself that we must feel the need to fortify, add, or inject isolated, unnatural, environmentally imbalanced nutrients into the food?" The author eloquently shares many of the fundamental conflicts of interest behind those creating these anomalous chemical montages (still calling them food), government health standards, bias researchers, and the major implications and subsequent consequences of these decisions. Michael Pollan's articulately and fluently, without persuasion, encourages us to engage in thoughtful selection of our food that will augment our lives, improve our sensory perception of healthy food, and to revert back to the days of enjoying our meals again!!! I hope this book serves you and your family well!!!

Flu Prevention Should Include Chiropractic Care

2009-05-06T13:19:00.000-07:00

With all of the Swine Flu attention lately, we feel compelled to give you resources and information to help you protect yourself from sickness...

Here is a great RESEARCH UPDATE on flu prevention and chiropractic care:

FLU PREVENTION PLAN SHOULD INCLUDE CHIROPRACTIC CARE

And if you missed it, go to our post by Mercola on the Swine Flu.

SWINE FLU PANDEMIC - FACT OR FICTION

Be What You Desire....

2009-05-04T20:56:00.000-07:00

"The way to gain a good reputation is to endeavor to be what you desire to appear." Socrates

New Mom Testimonial

2009-05-02T20:24:00.000-07:00

A testimonial from a local mom:

"My family's health is pretty much the most important thing to me, and we do our best to stay healthy and balanced through prevention and education. That's why our infant son and I go for regular care with Dr. Rex at SLO Wellness Center. Not only does he provide gentle, effective adjustments for me and my son, he also provides up-to-date information to keep our whole family well. I trust his approach and appreciate the friendly, family-oriented approach of the practice. I'm always greeted with smiles, kind words and cuddles for the baby. I first brought my son in at about 6 weeks old, and it was the first place I felt I could hand over my son and feel completely relaxed, and that says a lot for a new mom."
Amy Sullivan

As a new mom, Amy Sullivan has been exploring ways to stay healthy and fit, and shares those ideas in her blog: Feasibly Fit Mom

Swine Flu - THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME

2009-04-29T13:05:00.001-07:00

An informative Article by Dr. Mercola

Critical Alert: The Swine Flu Pandemic – Fact or Fiction?

By Dr. Mercola

American health officials declared a public health emergency as cases of swine flu were confirmed in the U.S. Health officials across the world fear this could be the leading edge of a global pandemic emerging from Mexico, where seven people are confirmed dead as a result of the new virus.

On Monday April 27th, the World Health Organization (WHO) raised its pandemic alert level to four on its six-level threat scale,¹ which means they've determined that the virus is capable of human-to-human transmission. The initial outbreaks across North America reveal an infection already traveling at higher velocity than did the last official pandemic strain, the 1968 Hong Kong flu.

The number of fatalities, and suspected and confirmed cases across the world change depending on the source, so your best bet -- if you want the latest numbers -- is to use Google Maps' Swine Flu Tracker.

Several nations have imposed travel bans, or made plans to quarantine air travelers² that present symptoms of the swine flu, such as:

Fever of more than 100
Coughing
Runny nose and/or sore throat
Joint aches
Severe headache
Vomiting and/or diarrhea
Lethargy
Lack of appetite

Top global flu experts are trying to predict how dangerous the new swine flu strain will be, as it became clear that they had little information about Mexico's outbreak. It is as yet unclear how many cases occurred in the month or so before the outbreak was detected. It's also unknown whether the virus was mutating to be more lethal, or less.

Much Fear Mongering Being Promoted

I suspect you have likely been alarmed by the media's coverage of the swine flu scare. It has a noticeable subplot - preparing you for draconian measures to combat a future pandemic as well as forcing you to accept the idea of mandatory vaccinations.

On April 27, Time magazine published an article which discusses how dozens died and hundreds were injured from vaccines as a result of the 1976 swine flu fiasco, when the Ford administration attempted to use the infection of soldiers at Fort Dix as a pretext for a mass vaccination of the entire country.

Despite acknowledging that the 1976 farce was an example of “how not to handle a flu outbreak”, the article still introduces the notion that officials “may soon have to consider whether to institute draconian measures to combat the disease”.

WHO and CDC Pandemic Preparedness Seriously Broken

The pandemic warning system has failed as it simply doesn't exist, even in North America and Europe. To improve the system, massive new investments in surveillance, scientific and regulatory infrastructure, basic public health, and global access to common sense interventions like vitamin D optimization are required.

According to the Washington Post, the CDC did not learn about the outbreak until six days after Mexico had begun to impose emergency measures. There should be no excuses. The paradox of this swine flu panic is that, while totally unexpected, it was accurately predicted. Six years ago, Science dedicated a major story to evidence that "after years of stability, the North American swine flu virus has jumped onto an evolutionary fasttrack".

However, maybe this is precisely what public health authorities desire.

This is NOT the First Swine Flu Panic

My guess is that you can expect to see a lot of panic over this issue in the near future. But the key is to remain calm -- this isn't the first time the public has been warned about swine flu. The last time was in 1976, right before I entered medical school and I remember it very clearly. It resulted in the massive swine flu vaccine campaign.

Do you happen to recall the result of this massive campaign?

Within a few months, claims totaling $1.3 billion had been filed by victims who had suffered paralysis from the vaccine. The vaccine was also blamed for 25 deaths.

However, several hundred people developed crippling Guillain-Barré Syndrome after they were injected with the swine flu vaccine. Even healthy 20-year-olds ended up as paraplegics.

And the swine flu pandemic itself? It never materialized.

More People Died From the Swine Flu Vaccine than Swine Flu! ....

Click HERE to read the rest of the article

Prescription Drug Statistics...

2009-04-28T21:27:00.000-07:00

American Prescription Drug Use

“The average number of prescriptions [drugs] per

person, annually, in 1993 was seven.

The average number of prescriptions [drugs] per

person, annually, in 2000 was eleven.

[The average number of prescriptions drugs per

person], annually, in 2004 was twelve.

The total number of annual prescriptions [drugs] in

the United States now stands at about 3 billion.

The cost per year is about $180 billion,

headed to an estimated $414 billion by 2011.

Pretty soon, you are talking real money.”

Generation Rx

How Prescription Drugs Are Altering American Lives,

Minds, and Bodies

Greg Critser

Houghton Mifflin Company

Whole Spine Quote

2009-04-27T21:34:00.000-07:00

Whole Spine Quote

“We tend to divide the examination of the spine into regions: cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine clinical studies.

This is a mistake.

The three units are closely interrelated structurally and functionally – a whole person with a whole spine. The cervical spine may be symptomatic because of a thoracic or lumbar spine abnormality, and vice versa!

Sometimes treating a lumbar spine will relieve a cervical spine syndrome, or proper management of cervical spine will relieve low backache.”

Disorders of the Cervical Spine

John Bland, MD

Professor of Medicine, University of Vermont College

of Medicine

WB Saunders Company

1987

Page 84

2009 Birth & Baby Fair

2009-04-27T12:06:00.000-07:00

Come by and visit our booth at the

Birth and Baby Fair this year!

Mother's Day Weekend

May 9th 11-4

Mission Plaza, Downtown SLO

Our booth will have fun giveaways and massage!

The Fair also offers:

Toddler Run

Diaper Dash

Baby Photo Contest

Silent Auction

Music

Presentations (Nutrition by Cathe Olson)

For More info go to the Birth & Baby Resource Network's Website:

www.bbrn.org

How you see yourself...

2009-04-27T11:30:00.000-07:00

"It's not what you are that holds you back, it's what you think you are not!" - Denis Waitley

New Patient Form

2009-04-26T22:54:00.000-07:00

If you are a new patient of ours and would like to save yourself some time in the office, feel free to print this form and fill it out at home.

Go to the "More" drop down menu and click on "Print".

SLO Wellness Center - New Patient Form

Publish at Scribd or explore others: School Work Health & Medicine How-to-Guides & Manu Health & Lifestyle meditation stress

Pediatric Patient Information Form

2009-04-25T23:10:00.000-07:00

Feel free to fill out this form at home to save yourself some time in the office...

Click on the "More" drop down menu and select "Print" to print and fill out.

Pediatric Patient Information Form Pediatric Patient Information Form trinadart

Publish at Scribd or explore others: School Work Study Guides, Notes, Health & Medicine diet weight

Edible Landscapes

2009-04-22T11:09:00.000-07:00

We received an article from Earthscapes in SLO about Edible Landscapes.

Why not give it a try, it make sense on so many levels.

"Edible landscaping uses food producing plants such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, berries, herbs and edible flowers along with ornamental plants to create functional and aesthetically pleasing landscapes. These landscapes can be partially or completely edible.

Benefits to Growing Vegetables and Fruits within the Landscape

Edibles are fresh and delicious, and are easily organically grown which minimizes the chemicals used in your landscape.
Having a supply of fresh fruits and vegetables will help save on food costs.
Drip irrigation is often utilized on vegetables and fruits. This method will typically lower your water use and the amount of weeds in the landscape compared to using spray irrigation.
Deciduous fruit trees, in the summer, can effectively cool the yard with the shade from their leaves. Conversely, in the winter because the leaves have fallen, they allow for sunlight into the landscape.
Unusual varieties of vegetables and fruits can be grown within the landscape which typically can not be found in grocery stores.
Proper mixing of ornamental flowers with edibles can increase the protection of the edibles from garden pests such as insects. For example onions can deter aphids from surrounding plants, marigolds can fend off snails and petunias can repel bean beetles"

CLICK HERE to read the rest of this informative article.

Contact Earthscapes for more info.

Taking a Peek at Your Feet

2009-04-21T11:00:00.000-07:00

"Taking a Peek at Your Feet"

by Dr. Sandy Sachs

TWO LITTLE FEET

Greg Brown, a well known folk singer, sings, “two little feet, they’ll carry you away…” His song underscores the importance of our feet, helping us get to where we want to go. Unfortunately, we often neglect our feet, unless they begin to scream, “I’m hurting!”

Consider the following: There are 206 bones in our entire body, with 26 bones in each foot. Said another way, 25% of the bones in our body are found in our feet; their job is to function in synchrony to allow for a variety of actions from standing, to walking, to running. The feet provide a base of support from which the rest of our body can function.

ADJUSTING THE FOOT

Over the past few decades, Chiropractors have more convincingly demonstrated, both through research and clinical evidence, that joint motion, especially in the spine, is crucial for a healthy nervous system and subsequently a healthy body. While chiropractors are better known for adjusting the spine, some chiropractors take the same principles of joint motion, and adjust other bones of the body, including the feet.

FOOT FUNCTION

The feet are the body’s contact points with the ground, so they are critical in both moderating and modulating forces from the ground to the rest of the body and visa versa. If you don’t have proper foot function, it is possible to experience a whole host of different symptoms, from foot/ankle/knee/hip pain to low back/neck pain, to headaches.

TAKING A PEEK AT YOUR FEET

Just like for posture, everyone should have their feet checked to determine if abnormal anatomy and /or foot function is either creating problems or in the future may create problems. A chiropractor will first take a thorough history and then inspect the feet for bony abnormalities (i.e. bunions) or signs of abnormal function (i.e. abnormal callous formation, flat feet). Next, he/she will palpate the feet for proper motion between the bones of the feet and determine if they need to be adjusted. Adjustments consist of quick movements to help restore function to the feet.

WHATS AN ORTHOTIC?

Orthotics are supportive devices placed in one’s shoes for pain relief and functional restoration. While some patients benefit from chiropractic adjustments followed by muscle stretching and strengthening, others require the prescription of orthotics as an additional treatment protocol. There is great variety both within and between the various health care professions regarding types of orthotics. A conservative approach is to first consult your chiropractor, podiatrist or physical therapist for their recommendations regarding orthotics. They often will simply recommend first purchasing an “over the counter” orthotic to determine if a reduction in symptoms can be achieved. If a more specific orthotic is needed, an imprint of the foot can be made and a specific orthotic can be designed.

CHOOSE CHIROPRACTIC

Whether you are an avid runner or someone who is on their feet all day, you should take care of your feet. Remember, wherever your feet go, so goes the rest of your body. So, let those “two little feet” carry you into your chiropractors office today and get them checked.

Happiness = Health ... Health = Happines

2009-04-20T11:00:00.000-07:00

"The unhappy person is the target for any and every type of illness."

B.Larson

Yeast & Bladder Infection

2009-04-05T12:40:00.000-07:00

Yeast and Bladder Infections

Bladder Infections:

Boil parsley bunch in water for 20 min(water turns green). Let cool, drink the fluid.

-Add Cranberry capsules.

Yeast infections:

CandiGONE and ParaGONE

(purchase at www.renewlife.com/products/detail/paragone.)

Green Food - Product of the Month

2009-04-04T21:25:00.000-07:00

Real or Synthetic: The Truth Behind Whole-Food Supplements

By Daniel H. Chong, ND

Americans are now spending more than $17 billion a year on supplements for health and wellness. Strangely enough, the rates of some forms of chronic disease have not changed, while the rates of others have actually increased. There are a number of reasons for these poor statistics and many things remain a mystery. One thing seems fairly clear, however. Most supplements aren't helping very much. I'm not saying there are no helpful supplements out there. There certainly are. What is becoming more apparent, however, is supplements will not help much if one does not first address the necessary basics of health and healing.

What is also clear is that not all supplements are created equal. The basics of health and healing were discussed in another of my articles, The Six Foundations of Healing. I believe these areas must be addressed for true healing to occur in any chronic disease. In this article, I will discuss some things you should consider if you need to or want to take some supplements. Specifically, I will address the differences between whole foods versus synthetic or isolated nutritional supplements.

Whole Food Nutrients Vs. Synthetic, Isolated Nutrients

Most people who read the eHealthy News You Can Use newsletter are at least somewhat familiar with the idea that whole foods are better for you than refined foods. Although there are numerous viewpoints on what kind of foods we should or should not be eating, as well as the ideal ratio of these foods, everyone from all corners of the diet and nutrition world seems to agree on one thing: No matter which foods we choose and in what ratios we eat them, whole foods are better for you than refined foods.

This fact has never really been argued. Everyone agrees raw honey is better for you than white sugar or that brown rice is better for you than white rice. Why should it be any different for vitamins? Often, I have been puzzled by the average nutritionist who goes on and on about the value of whole foods and how refined foods -- having been robbed of all the extra nutrients they naturally come with -- are not healthy for you. Then, they go on to prescribe a shopping bag full of isolated, refined vitamins for you to take!

Just like refined foods, these refined vitamins have been robbed of all of the extra accessory nutrients that they naturally come with as well. In turn, like refined foods, they can create numerous problems and imbalances in your body if taken at high levels for long periods of time. They can also act more like drugs in your body, forcing themselves down one pathway or another. At the very least, they won't help you as much as high quality food and food-based supplements.

Whole Food Supplements

Whole food supplements are what their name suggests: Supplements made from concentrated whole foods. The vitamins found within these supplements are not isolated. They are highly complex structures that combine a variety of enzymes, coenzymes, antioxidants, trace elements, activators and many other unknown or undiscovered factors all working together synergistically, to enable this vitamin complex to do its job in your body. Nutrients from within this complex cannot be taken apart or isolated from the whole, and then be expected to do the same job in the body as the whole complex is designed to do.

The perfect example of this difference can be seen in an automobile. An automobile is a wonderfully designed complex machine that needs all of its parts to be present and in place to function properly. Wheels are certainly an important part of the whole, but you could never isolate them from the rest of the car, call them a car or expect them to function like a car. They need the engine, body and everything else.

The same analogy applies to the vitamin C (ascorbic acid) or vitamin E (delta tocopherol) you can find on most health food store shelves. They are parts of an entire complex that serve a purpose when part of the whole. However, they cannot do the job of the entire complex by themselves.

With similar logic in place, one can analyze what a typical multivitamin truly is. The automobile equivalent of creating a multivitamin would be going to a junk yard, finding all of the separate parts you would need to make up an entire automobile, throwing them together in a heap (or capsule in terms of the multivitamin) and expecting that heap to drive like a car! Obviously, there is a difference. Science cannot create life. Only life can create life.

Synthetic or Isolated Nutritional Supplements

Isolated nutrients or synthetic nutrients are not natural, in that they are NEVER found by themselves in nature. Taking these isolated nutrients, especially at the ultra-high doses found in formulas today, is more like taking a drug. Studies show the body treats these isolated and synthetic nutrients like xenobiotics (foreign substances). By the same token, food-based supplements are never treated like this by your body. For example, your urine will never turn florescent yellow, no matter how much meat (a good source of B vitamins) you eat. This sort of rapid excretion happens only with foreign substances in your body. Not only are isolated nutrients treated like drugs or other chemicals by your body. Like drugs, they can create problems for you too. Nature does not produce any nutrient in an isolated form. The nutrients in foods are blended together in a specific way and work best in that format. For an isolated nutrient to work properly in the body, it needs all the other parts that are naturally present in the food too.

If the parts are not all there from the start, they are taken from the body's stored supply. This is why isolated nutrients often work for a little while, then seem to stop working. Once your body's store of the extra nutrients is used up, the isolated nutrient you're taking doesn't work as well anymore. Worse yet, a deficiency in these extra nutrients can be created in your body.

And, because most nutrients are isolated from the foods they come in -- using a wide array of potentially nasty solvents and other chemicals -- taking high amounts of these products can also expose you to these potentially toxic chemicals, if care is not taken to remove them. With the burden we are already facing from the high number of chemicals in our environment, why would anyone want to add more?

Synergy and Potency

The various parts of a natural vitamin complex work together in a synergistic manner. Synergy means that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Nutritionist Judith DeCava puts it best: "Separating the group of compounds (in a vitamin complex) converts it from a physiological, biochemical, active micronutrient into a disabled, debilitated chemical of little or no value to living cells. The synergy is gone." In other words, the automobile, in its original form, will drive better than a pile of its individual parts. Most people don't follow this logic when examining a nutritional supplement.

Supplement makers typically try to stuff as much as possible in a capsule, telling us that the more we take, the better it is for us. This is simply not the case. As you now know, it is not necessarily the amount of a nutrient you ingest that is important, but its form and how much is bioavailable that counts the most. In fact, remembering that ingesting single nutrients can actually create imbalances in the body, logic would dictate the higher the level of a single nutrient that you take in, the quicker this imbalance will occur.

What all of this means: The potency of a supplement has much more to do with synergy than with actual nutrient levels. It is a combined effect of all the parts of the food, rather than the chemical effect of a single part, that is most important.

Don't Forget the Basics

I fear all of this talk of supplements -- food-based, isolated or synthetic -- has detracted from the most important part of health and healing. The basics of proper diet, exercise, detoxification, structure, mental/emotional and spiritual health must all be in order for true healing to occur. No supplement will work on its own if these foundations are not in place.

However, even when these foundations are in place, or if the situation is acute enough to necessitate a more immediate treatment response, supplement support may still be needed for a while. You may also want to take one or more food-based supplements to ensure you are getting an adequate array of nutrients in your diet. When these situations arise, I strongly recommend food-based supplements be your first choice.

Keys to a Good Nutritional Supplement

How do you tell whether or not a supplement you're looking at is a good choice? For starters, make sure:

* It is as close as possible to its natural form.

* The utmost care has been taken in all phases of its production, from growing its ingredients, to manufacturing, testing for potency and quality control.

* It works! We always try to select from companies that have a long track record of providing high quality products that produce good clinical results.

Pregnant in America

2009-03-27T11:18:00.000-07:00

A film showing of

Pregnant in America

Sunday April 26th

SLO Library Downtown

995 Palm Street

Doors open at 2:30

Film Starts at 3:00

$5 suggested donation

For more info: call 890-4001

Sponsored by:

ICAN (International Cesarian Awareness Network) www.ican-online.org

BBRN (Birth and Baby Resource Network) www.bbrn.org

Pregnant In America.com

Description of Chiropractic... in a Medical Journal of all places!

2009-03-14T21:36:00.000-07:00

Treatment of Intervertebral Disc Herniation With

Manipulation

“Manipulation. Some orthopaedic surgeons practice manipulation in an effort at repositioning the disc. This treatment is regarded as controversial and a form of quackery by many men. However, the author has attempted the maneuver in patients who did not respond to bed rest and were regarded as candidates for surgery. Occasionally, the results was dramatic.

Technique. The patient lies on his side on the edge of the table facing the surgeon, and the uppermost leg is allowed to drop forward over the edge of the table, carrying forward that side of the pelvis. The uppermost arm is placed backward behind the patient, pulling the shoulder back. The surgeon places one hand on the shoulder and the other on the iliac crest and twists the torso by pushing the shoulder backward and the iliac crest forward. The maneuver is sudden and forceful and frequently is associated with an audible and palpable crunching sound in the lower back. When this is felt, the relief of pain is usually

immediate. The maneuver is repeated with the patient on the opposite side.”

“The patient should be cautioned beforehand that the

manipulation may make his symptoms worse and that this is an

attempt to avoid surgery.”

Orthopaedics, Principles and Their Applications

Samuel Turek, MD

Clinical Professor, Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation

University of Miami School of Medicine

JB Lippincott Company

1977

Page 1335

"This is one of my favorite articles dating back to 1977. Who says Chiropractors and MD's don't think similarly? Read carefully and note that this Orthopedic Surgeon is recommending that instead of always "cutting" on patients with lumbar disc herniations, a more conservative approach such as manipulation often relieves the pain. Check out his description of the position for the adjustment....sound familiar????" Dr. Rex

Onward and Upward ... literally!

2009-03-09T07:00:00.000-07:00

As some of you have heard, we are growing and moving... upward!

We will be moving upstairs to the 3rd floor!

California Wellness Center is now combining with Health In Motion. This is nothing new, as we have been working together for quite some time. But now we are changing our names to make that official. Our new name will be SLO Wellness Center !

We are so excited about the new developments of our center and cannot wait to share it with you.

Check back to our blog often or contact us anytime if you have questions.

Onward and Upward!

Age of Autism

2009-03-06T21:24:00.000-08:00

If you are looking for more connections on Autism research and recovery, there

is a great blog called "Age of Autism"...

www.ageofautism.com

Stop into SLO Wellness today and ask one of our doctors about how they can work with you on this journey.

Financial Wellness

2009-03-04T21:14:00.000-08:00

Glenn Norris
Certified Public Accountant
444 Higuera Street, Suite 100
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805)546-8900
(805)546-8901 - fax
www.gnorriscpa.com
glenn@gnorriscpa.com

Whiplash 3

2009-02-24T21:55:00.000-08:00

Whiplash Litigation Neurosis

“Some patients in the author’s study had associated injuries. In addition to injuring their necks, they sprained their ankles or broke their wrists. Normal painless function returned to their ankles and wrists in the expected period of time. These patients did not complain for month after month about painful ankles or wrists, but they did still complain of neck pain. It is difficult to understand why litigation neurosis in these instances should be confined to the neck.”

Ian Macnab

Associate Professor of Surgery, University of

Toronto

Chief of Division of Orthopaedic Surgery,

Wellesley Hospital, Toronto.

“Acceleration Extension Injuries of the Cervical

Spine” Chapter 10 in THE SPINE by Rothman and

Simeone.

Whiplash 2

2009-02-24T21:52:00.000-08:00

Vehicle Size and Speed Quote

“Acceleration depends on the force applied and the inertia of the vehicle that has been struck. The force is dependent upon the weight and speed of the striking vehicle, so that a streetcar

traveling as 3 mph can apply as much force and initiate the same degree of acceleration as a compact car traveling at 40 mph.”

Ian Macnab

Associate Professor of Surgery, University of

Toronto

Chief of Division of Orthopaedic Surgery,

Wellesley Hospital, Toronto.

“Acceleration Extension Injuries of the Cervical

Spine” Chapter 10 in THE SPINE by Rothman

and Simeone.

WB Saunders Company

1982

Page 648

Whiplash 1

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Vehicle Damage v. Passenger Injury

“The amount of damage sustained by the car bears little relationship to the force applied. To take an extreme example: If the car was struck in concrete, the damage sustained might be very great but the occupants would not be injured because the car could not move forward, whereas, on ice, the damage to the car could be slight but the injuries sustained might be severe

because of the rapid accelerations permitted.”

Ian Macnab

Associate Professor of Surgery, University of Toronto

Chief of Division of Orthopaedic Surgery,

Wellesley Hospital, Toronto.

“Acceleration Extension Injuries of the Cervical

Spine” Chapter 10 in THE SPINE by Rothman

and Simeone.

WB Saunders Company

1982

Page 648

Testimonials California Wellness

2009-02-13T11:11:00.000-08:00

Check out what people are saying if you search for a Chiropractor on Google or Yahoo!

California Wellness Center

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16 Reviews

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29 Reviews!!

Invaluable Treatment!‎ - sabo1428‎ - May 7, 2009

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2009-02-10T11:20:00.000-08:00

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great experience!‎ - stephms312‎ - Dec 22, 2008

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Personalized Professional Care‎ - wigandtwig‎ - Aug 29, 2006

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Exceptional Service and Effective Health Care‎ - wigandtwig‎ - Aug 29, 2006

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Disc Herniation or "Slipped Disc"

2009-02-04T20:34:00.000-08:00

A Patient's Guide to Lumbar Disc Herniation

Introduction

Although people often refer to a disc herniation as a “slipped disc”, the disc doesn't actually slip out of place. Rather, the term herniation means that the material at the center of the disc has squeezed out of its normal space. This condition mainly affects people between 30 and 40 years old.

Hopefully, this guide will help you understand

how the problem develops
how doctors diagnose the condition
what treatment options are available

Anatomy

What parts of the spine are involved?

The human spine is formed by 24 spinal bones, called vertebrae. Vertebrae are stacked on top of one another to form the spinal column. The spinal column gives the body its form. It is the body's main upright support. The section of the spine in the lower back is known as the lumbar spine.

The lumbar spine is made up of the lower five vertebrae. Doctors often refer to these vertebrae as L1 to L5. These five vertebrae line up to give the low back a slight inward curve. The lowest vertebra of the lumbar spine, L5, connects to the top of the sacrum, a triangular bone at the base of the spine that fits between the two pelvic bones. Some people have an extra, or sixth, lumbar vertebra. This condition doesn't usually cause any particular problems.

Intervertebral discs separate the vertebrae. The discs are made of connective tissue. Connective tissue is the material that holds the living cells of the body together. Most connective tissue is made of fibers of a material called collagen. These fibers help the disc withstand tension and pressure.

A disc is made of two parts. The center, called the nucleus, is spongy. It provides most of the disc's ability to absorb shock. The nucleus is held in place by the annulus, a series of strong ligament rings surrounding it. Ligaments are connective tissues that attach bones to other bones.

Healthy discs work like shock absorbers to cushion the spine. They protect the spine against the daily pull of gravity. They also protect it during strenuous activities that put strong force on the spine, such as jumping, running, and lifting.

Causes

Herniation occurs when the nucleus in the center of the disc pushes out of its normal space. The nucleus presses against the annulus, causing the disc to bulge outward. Sometimes the nucleus herniates completely through the annulus and squeezes out of the disc.

Although daily activities may cause the nucleus to press against the annulus, the body is normally able to withstand this pressure. However, as the annulus ages, it tends to crack and tear. It is repaired with scar tissue. This process is known as degeneration. Over time, the annulus weakens, and the nucleus may begin to herniate (squeeze) through the damaged annulus. At first, the pressure bulges the annulus outward. Eventually, the nucleus may herniate completely through the outer ring of the disc.

Vigorous, repetitive bending, twisting, and lifting can place abnormal pressure on the shock-absorbing nucleus of the disc. If great enough, this increased pressure can injure the annulus, leading to herniation.

A lumbar disc can also become herniated during an acute (sudden) injury. Lifting with the trunk bent forward and twisted can cause a disc herniation. A disc can also herniate from a heavy impact on the spine, such as falling from a ladder and landing in a sitting position.

Herniation causes pain from a variety of sources. It can cause mechanical pain. This is pain that comes from the parts of the spine that move during activity, such as the discs and ligaments. Pain from inflammation occurs when the nucleus squeezes through the annulus. The nucleus normally does not come in contact with the body's blood supply. However, a tear in the annulus puts the nucleus at risk for contacting this blood supply. When the nucleus herniates into the torn annulus, the nucleus and blood supply meet, causing a reaction of the chemicals inside the nucleus. This produces inflammation and pain. A disc herniation may also put pressure against a spinal nerve. Pressure on an irritated or damaged nerve can produce pain that radiates along the nerve. This is called neurogenic pain.

Symptoms

What does the condition feel like?

Many cases of lumbar disc herniation result from degenerative changes in the spine. The changes that eventually lead to a disc herniation produce symptoms gradually. At first, complaints may only be dull pain centered in the low back, pain that comes and goes over a period of a few years. Doctors think this is mainly from small tears in the annulus. Larger cracks in the annulus may spread pain into the buttocks or lower limbs.

When the disc herniates completely through the annulus, it generally causes immediate symptoms, with sharp pain that starts in one hip and shoots down part or all of the leg. Commonly, patients no longer feel their usual back pain, only leg pain. This is likely because painful tension on the annulus releases when the nucleus pushes completely through.

Disc herniations produce inflammation when the nucleus comes in contact with the body's blood supply (mentioned earlier). The inflammation can be a source of throbbing pain in the low back and may spread into one or both hips and buttocks.

A herniated disc can press against a spinal nerve, producing symptoms of nerve compression. Nerve pain follows known patterns in the lower limbs. It can be felt on the side of the upper thigh, in the calf, or even in the foot and toes.

Pressure on the nerve can also cause sensations of pins, needles, and numbness where the nerve travels down the lower limbs. If this happens, a person's reflexes slow. The muscles controlled by the nerve weaken, and sensation in the skin where the nerve goes is impaired.

Rarely, symptoms involve changes in bowel and bladder function. A large disc herniation that pushes straight back into the spinal canal can put pressure on the nerves that go to the bowels and bladder. The pressure may cause low back pain, pain running down the back of both legs, and numbness or tingling between the legs in the area you would contact if you were seated on a saddle. The pressure on the nerves can cause a loss of control in the bowels or bladder. This is an emergency. If the pressure isn't relieved, it can lead to permanent paralysis of the bowels and bladder. This condition is called cauda equina syndrome. Doctors recommend immediate surgery to remove pressure from the nerves.

Diagnosis

How do doctors diagnose the problem?

Diagnosis begins with a complete history and physical exam. Your doctor will ask questions about your symptoms and how your problem is affecting your daily activities. These will include questions about where you feel pain and whether you have numbness or weakness in your legs. Your doctor will also want to know what positions or activities make your symptoms worse or better. Doctors rely on your report of pain to get an idea which disc is causing problems and if a nerve is being squeezed.

Then the doctor examines you to determine which back movements cause pain or other symptoms. Your skin sensation, muscle strength, and reflexes are also tested.

X-rays are of minor help in diagnosing disc herniations. The discs don't actually show up on X-rays. However, doctors can tell if the space between the vertebrae is smaller than normal. This can be an indication that wear and tear on one or more discs is causing problems. However, many peoples' X-rays show degeneration of the discs. This is because degeneration in the discs is part of aging, like skin that wrinkles with time.

Computed tomography (a CT scan) may be ordered. This is a detailed X-ray that lets doctors see slices of the body's tissue. The image can show if a herniated disc is putting pressure on a spinal nerve.

Doctors may combine the CT scan with myelography. To do this, a special dye is injected into the space around the spinal canal, called the the subarachnoid space. When the CT scan is performed, the dye highlights the spinal cord and nerves. The dye can improve the accuracy of a standard CT scan for diagnosing a herniated disc.

When more information is needed, your doctor may order magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The MRI machine uses magnetic waves rather than X-rays to show the soft tissues of the body. It gives a clear picture of the discs and whether a herniation is present. Like the CT scan, this machine creates pictures that look like slices of the area your doctor is interested in. The test does not require special dye or a needle.

Doctors sometimes order a specialized X-ray test called discography. In this test, dye is injected into one or more discs. The dye is seen on X-ray and can give some information about the health of one or more discs. This test may be used when surgery is being considered to determine which disc is causing problems.

Doctors may also order electrical tests to locate more precisely which spinal nerve is being squeezed. Several tests are available to see how well the nerves are functioning, including the electromyography (EMG) test. This test measures how long it takes a muscle to work once a nerve signals it to move. The time it takes will be slower if a herniated disc has put pressure on a spinal nerve. Another test is the somatosensory evoked potential (SSEP) test. The SSEP is used to measure nerve sensations. These sensory impulses travel up the nerve, informing the body about sensations such as pain, temperature, and touch. The function of a nerve is recorded by an electrode placed over the skin in the area where the nerve travels. Doctors will often run these tests before performing surgery for a lumbar disc herniation.

Treatment

What treatment options are available?

Nonsurgical Treatment

Unless your condition is causing significant problems or is rapidly getting worse, most doctors will begin with nonsurgical treatment.

At first, your doctor may want your low back immobilized. Keeping the back still for a short time can calm inflammation and pain. This might include one or two days of bed rest. Lying on your back can take pressure off sore discs and nerves. However, most doctors advise against strict bed rest and prefer their patients to do ordinary activities using pain to gauge how much is too much. In rare cases in which bed rest is prescribed, it is usually used for a maximum of two days.

Chiropractic care is the “number one” treatment for disc herniations.

· Moving the nucleus material back into the disc space is our (and your) number one priority.

· Often, there is a mantra we force our patients to memorize: traction and extension.

· Any motion that aids in the maintenance of these motions will be helpful to you.

A back support belt is sometimes used for patients with lumbar disc herniation. The belt can help lower pressure inside the problem disc. Patients are encouraged to gradually discontinue wearing the support belt over a period of two to four days. Otherwise, their trunk muscles begin to rely on the belt and start to atrophy (shrink).

Doctors prescribe certain types of medication for patients with lumbar disc herniation. At first, you may be prescribed anti-inflammatory medications such as aspirin or ibuprofen. Severe symptoms that don't go away may be treated with narcotic drugs, such as codeine or morphine. But narcotics should only be used for the first few days or weeks because they are addictive when used too much or improperly. Muscle relaxants may be prescribed if the low back muscles are in spasm. Pain that spreads down the leg is sometimes relieved with oral steroids taken in tapering dosages.

Surgery is, of course, a last resort. There are numerous means of performing surgery on a disc, from “minimally invasive” to “nuts, bolts and screws” surgery. Lumbar surgery has a poor success ratio, and even surgeons are hesitant to recommend cutting before all other options are tried. ie treatment should begin with the least invasive methods first.

The Drs. at SLO Wellness Center are very familiar with these cases and have successfully treated disc patients with great results. Your dedication to the recommended treatment plan consisting of adjustments, therapies, and specific exercises will directly correlate to the rate at which you heal.

If you have any questions at any time, please do not hesitate to call to make an appointment at 805.543.8688.

TMJ .... Clenching or Grinding Your Teeth

2009-02-03T21:00:00.000-08:00

Clenching and Grinding – TMJ

By Ryan Ross, DDS

Most people have heard the abbreviation “TMJ”. This stands for tempromandibular joint and every person has two of them. These are the joints of your jaw, located right in front of your ears. If you clench or grind your teeth this is called bruxism or TMD (tempromandibular disorder). Most clench or grind at night while they sleep, but it often becomes habit during the day as well.

Symptoms of this disorder vary, ranging from minor to severe and can include one or more of the following: tooth pain, excessive tooth wear, loose teeth, jaw muscle pain, TMJ or ear pain, frequent headaches, neck pain, “clicking” or “popping” sounds in the TMJ, and or the jaw gets “stuck” when opening or closing.

Often the cause of bruxism is unknown, but most times it is believed to be from something all of us have; STRESS. Stress can be emotional, environmental, or physical due to jaw misalignment, scar tissue, or trauma. The most common traumas to effect the jaw include motor vehicle accidents, head injuries, blows to the jaw, infections, and more. This explains why estimates are that about one third of the population suffers from some degree of TMJ.

If you think you are clenching or grinding or you’ve been exposed to any of the above stressors you should ask your dentist what treatment options are best for you. The most common dental treatment is called an occlusal appliance, often referred to as a night guard, bite guard, or occlusal splint. These are a hard or soft acrylic devices worn usually at night over the teeth of either the upper or lower arch. They prevent excessive wear of teeth and take much of the strain away from the TMJ and muscles of opening and closing, therefore alleviating pain.

Other treatments available are Chiropractic, physical therapy, pain medications, ice, heat , or massage. We refer many of our patients to Drs. Rex & Molly Stevens, Chiropractors who with a gentle touch assist patients in restoring jaw mechanics with mild adjustments to the TMJ or cervical spine and use myofascial release techniques on supporting muscles to minimize inflammation, decrease scar tissue, and eliminate muscle spasm. Finally, rest is important so avoid hard or sticky foods and especially chewing gum. In some extreme rare cases a surgical procedure may be required.

Thanks to Dr. Ross for his continued support of our patients oral hygiene. It is a pleasure to continue to work with Doctors like him who understand how important it is to collaborate with colleagues in different health fields to better improve patient health outcomes! – Dr. Rex

Ryan M Ross, DDS

541-5800

567 Marsh St.

SLO, CA 93401

Whiplash, Hearing Loss, & Neck Adjustments

2009-01-22T13:12:00.000-08:00

Whiplash, Hearing Loss, and Upper Cervical

Manipulation

[“Little known sequelae of sprains of the cervical spine”]

Schweiz Rundsch Med Prax.

[This is a German journal, and the article is in

German. The abstract is also in English]

December 2, 1999

88(49):2021-4.

Kaeser HE, Ettlin T.

“After cervical sprain not only pain and

neuropsychological disturbances may occur, but

also the following sequelae: cervical dystonia, and

torticollis, dizziness, hearing loss for low

frequencies, dysphonia and globus.”

[Globus is a sensation of something stuck or of a

lump or tightness in the throat.]

“Except for dystonia the symptoms often

respond to manipulation of a blocked articulation

between occiput and atlas or axis and the third

cervical vertebra.”

Whiplash & Degenerative Disc Disease

2009-01-20T13:06:00.000-08:00

Acceleration Of Degenerative Disc Disease Following

Whiplash Injuries

“Follow-up roentgenograms taken an average of 7 years after

injury in one series of patients without prior roentgenographic

evidence of disc disease indicated that 39% had developed

degenerative disc disease at one or more disc levels since

injury.”

There was an expected incidence of 6% degenerative change

in the population over this period of time.

“Thus, it appeared that the injury had started the slow process

of disc degeneration.”

“In another follow-up study of patients with similar injuries but

with preexisting degenerative changes in the neck, it was

observed that after an average of 7 years 39% had residual

symptoms, and roentgenographic evidence of new

degenerative change at another level occurred in 55%.”

“Of considerable interest was the finding in both series that

there was no statistical correlation between the development

of degenerative changes and continued symptoms.”

The Cervical Spine

The Cervical Spine Research Society

Lippincott, 1989

Mason Hohl, MD

Professor of Surgery/Orthopedics, UCLA Medical Center

pg 440

Dr. Molly Stevens

2009-01-15T10:21:00.000-08:00

Molly focuses her practice on Women & Children's Health including pregnancy and menopause.

PREGNANCY

Chiropractic care is essential for the dramatic changes abounding in the pregnant mother. The body is inundated with stressors and changes from a growing baby requiring continuous adaptation of the mother's structural frame.

Chiropractic pays specific attention to the enhancement of both the woman's nervous system and musculoskeletal system, thus lessening the pain and discomfort often associated with pregnancy and labor. Chiropractic utilizes

techniques specific to the pregnant woman to address the increases in pelvic strain which subsequently encourages the baby to assume a normal, headown (vertex) position.

We utilize the Webster Te

chnique (www.icpa4kids.com), a technique that has a goal of facilitating a safer delivery for mother and baby.

The demand continues to grow for Chiropractic care during pregnancy.

Enjoy our pregnancy pillows (you can actually lay on your belly!!) and see why women are raving about pregnancy chiropractic with Dr. Molly Stevens!!!

CHILDREN

Since the Surgeon General predicted that children born today are the first generation of children who will not outlive their parents, California Wellness Center’s goal has become to help babies and children grow into strong thriving adults. Chiropractors are the number one alternative health care provider of children and should be a crucial part of every child’s health care regime.

As a result of their rapidly growing musculoskeletal and nervous systems, spinal motion becomes an essential nutrient for life. Many studies show chiropractic therapies and nutritional intervention to be effective treatment for plaguing issues such as colic, ear infections, ADHD/ADD, scoliosis, allergies and asthma. We are specifically trained in adjustments of the pediatric spine and extremities taught through the prestigious ICPA (International Chiropractic Pediatric Association).

Before merging with Health-In-Motion to start SLO Wellness Center, Molly's practice was known as California Wellness Center. Please feel free to visit the website for more information.

Toxic Fat & Inflammation

2009-01-15T00:01:00.000-08:00

Toxic Fat

Barry Sears, PhD

2008

“The underlying cause of chronic disease comes from increased production of a

natural fatty acid called arachidonic acid (AA), which can be incredibly toxic at high

concentrations. This is the toxic fat that is key to not only understanding our obesity

epidemic but also providing the linkage between obesity and chronic disease.” P. 2

“Classic inflammation hurts; silent inflammation slowly kills.” P. 25

“All forms of inflammation (including silent inflammation) are ultimately controlled by

a group of hormones known as eicosanoids.”

“It is the balance of eicosanoids in your body that is the ultimate key to wellness.”

“All eicosanoids are ultimately derived from dietary fat, in particular the

polyunsaturated essential fatty acids that must be supplied by the diet.”

“Virtually all chronic diseases can be viewed as a consequence of a continuing

imbalance of good and bad eicosanoids.” P. 259

“There are only three such essential fatty acids that can be made into eicosanoids:

Dihomo-gamma-linolenic acid (DHGLA)

Arachidonic acid (AA)

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)” P. 19

Smoking marijuana dramatically increases appetite; it gives one the “munchies.” This

is because of the chemical tetrahydrocannabinol or THC.

The brain makes its own endocannabinoid hormones, making one dramatically more

hungry, from the toxic fat arachidonic acid. P. 39

Silent inflammation causes both insulin and leptin resistance. P. 45

Sleep deprivation and stress create both insulin and leptin resistance.

“From AA come all the pro-inflammatory eicosanoids that in excess accelerate chronic

disease.” P. 77

“From DHGLA come very powerful anti-inflammatory eicosanoids that accelerate

cellular rejuvenation.” P. 77

“EPA dilutes AA concentration in cell membranes, making it difficult to make

pro-inflammatory eicosanoids.” P. 77-8

“It is excess insulin that makes you fat and keeps you fat” p. 87

The Numbers

TG = triglycerides

HDL = high density lipoprotein (good) cholesterol

If the TG/HDL ratio is greater than 4, you probably have Toxic Fat Syndrome because

it means you have insulin resistance.

If your fasting insulin is greater than 10 uU/ml you have increased activity of the

delta-5-desaturase enzyme that is the key to the production of arachidonic acid.

Ideally, fasting insulin should be less then 5 uU/ml. “The lower your fasting insulin

levels, the longer and better you are going to live.” P. 77

“The true marker of Toxic Fat Syndrome is the AA/EPA ratio. If it is greater than 10,

then you have Toxic Fat Syndrome, regardless of how good you look in a bathing

swimsuit. A good ratio is 3, and the ideal ratio is about 1.5.” p. 78

Chronic disease people tend to have an AA/EPA ratio greater than 20. p. 78

Markers of Malignant Toxic Fat: p. 80

AA/EPA > than 15

Fasting insulin (uU/ml) > than 15

TG/HDL ratio > than 4

Dangerous Poor Good Ideal

AA/EPA >15 10 3 1.5

Fasting Insulin >15 10 5 <5

TG/HDL >4 3 2 <1

AA/DHGLA <>

Condition (p. 113) Amount of EPA + DHA Required

No chronic disease 2.5 grams / day

Overweight, obese, type 2 diabetes,

heart disease, before starting any

weight-loss program 5 grams / day

Chronic pain 7.5 grams /day

Neurological Disorders 10 grams / day

“You will also need to take at least one hundred times more EPA compared to the

levels of supplemented GLA not to have problems.” P. 268

“The AA/DHGLA ratio will indicate where you stand in terms of the body’s ability to

increase cellular rejuvenation (anti-aging).” P. 259

“The AA/EPA ratio will tell you the extent of silent inflammation in the body.” P. 258

Dr. Rex Stevens

2009-01-14T10:13:00.000-08:00

Dr. Rex Stevens opened his practice in SLO specializing in athletic performance, injury recovery, and balance of the human frame in 2005. His unique approach to maximizing human potential has athletes from all sports talking. Dr. Rex’s comprehensive approach, positive attitude, and belief in the athletic human frame continues to breed success in both expediating injury recovery and enhancing athletic results. Athletes of all ages and all sports welcome!

Before merging with Health-In-Motion to form SLO Wellness Center, Rex's business was formerly known as California Wellness Center. Please feel free to go to that website for more information.

Dr. Sandy Sachs

2009-01-13T10:06:00.000-08:00

Thank you for choosing SLO Wellness Center for your health care needs. I hope you will enjoy the benefits of being under chiropractic care as much as myself and my family. I am committed to providing you with high quality, personalized care.

As a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic Chiropractic, I can assure you that you will receive up to date treatment techniques that are safe and effective and tailored to your needs.

Before partnering with California Wellness Center to start SLO Wellness Center, Dr. Sach's business was formerly known as Health-In-Motion, please feel free to go to the website for more information.

Contact Us

2009-01-01T07:00:00.000-08:00

Call:

805.543.8688

Fax:

805/543.8732

Email:

Rex drrex@cwcslo.com

Molly drmolly@cwcslo.com

Sandy drsachs@health-in-motion.net

1428 Phillips Lane, 3rd floor

San Luis Obispo, CA 93402

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2008-12-06T00:26:00.000-08:00

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2008-12-02T00:22:00.000-08:00

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Autism Study - Vaccinated vs Unvaccinated

2008-08-13T20:54:00.000-07:00

An organization called Generation Rescue performed a study comparing Neurological Disorders & Autism rates between Vaccinated vs Unvaccinated Children:

Here is a summary:

Generation Rescue chose to use telephone interviews with parents to gather data on children, so as to closely mirror the methodology the CDC uses to establish national prevalence for NDs such as ADHD and autism through their national phone survey of parent responses. Generation Rescue chose to focus on children ages 4-17 to match the age range used by CDC.

SurveyUSA gathered data on 9,175 boys and 8,499 girls.

Counties surveyed in California included:

San Diego
Sonoma
Orange
Sacramento
Marin

Counties surveyed in Oregon included:

Multnomah
Marion
Jackson
Lane

The results of the survey can be accessed as a pdf file here.

This is the primary data we received from SurveyUSA and

it can be used for anyone to independently analyze our results.

Generation Rescue analyzed the data provided

by SurveyUSA, and a copy of the analysis can be found online. The most

notable results of our survey are with the boys, which is not surprising

considering boys represent 80% of total cases of NDs. Namely:

All vaccinated boys, compared to unvaccinated boys:

-	Vaccinated boys were 155% more likely to have a neurological disorder (RR 2.55)
-	Vaccinated boys were 224% more likely to have ADHD (RR 3.24)
-	Vaccinated boys were 61% more likely to have autism (RR 1.61)

Older vaccinated boys, ages 11-17 (about half the boys surveyed), compared to older unvaccinated boys:

-	Vaccinated boys were 158% more likely to have a neurological disorder (RR 2.58)
-	Vaccinated boys were 317% more likely to have ADHD (RR 4.17)
-	Vaccinated boys were 112% more likely to have autism (RR 2.12)

(Note: older children may be a more reliable indicator because many children are not diagnosed until they are 6-8 years old, and we captured data beginning at age 4.)

All vaccinated boys, removing one county with unusual
results (Multnomah, OR), compared to unvaccinated boys:

-	Vaccinated boys were 185% more likely to have a neurological disorder (RR 2.85)
-	Vaccinated boys were 279% more likely to have ADHD (RR 3.79)
-	Vaccinated boys were 146% more likely to have autism (RR 2.46)

All vaccinated boys and girls, compared to unvaccinated boys and girls:

-	Vaccinated boys and girls were 120% more likely to have asthma (RR 2.20)
-	No correlation established for juvenile diabetes

All vaccinated girls, compared to unvaccinated girls:

-	No meaningful differences in prevalence were noted for NDs (which may be due to the smaller sample size of the study because girls represent about 20% of cases.) To view the whole study CLICK HERE to go to the website.

A Grueling 2 Days of Decathalon

2008-07-01T11:09:00.000-07:00

We want to congratulate former NCAA Division II National Champion Chris Randolph on what turned out to be a grueling competion for 3 Olympic spots in the Decathalon! Chris endured two blazing days of this trial contest with fervor, relentless effort and in the end all smiles.

It has been an absolute pleasure to work Chiropractically on Chris the athlete, but I can't put into words what it means to share theis with Chris the person.

Look for Chris Randolph in future World Games as well as the 2012 Olympics!

Dr. Rex

Olympic Class

2008-06-15T11:18:00.000-07:00

I've had the incredible opportunity to work with 55 kg wrestler Matt Azevedo through his quest to make the US Olympic team. Matt's focus, determination, and will to win are to be admired, but it is his gentle spirit, contagious smile, and consistently positive attitude that is most impressive.

Matt entered the Olympic trials in Vegas as the #1 seed, however lost a tough semifinal to keep him from making the team. Congrats to Matt on being crowned the 2008 National Champion and continue to keep your head held high as you are a beacon of hope to so many!

For more info on Matt go to www.mattazevedo.com

"Seeking Higher Ground"

2008-05-08T11:25:00.000-07:00

Onwards and Upwards you ask? The theme of our Wellness blog will attempt to encapsulate is how we as humans progress, adapt, and evolutionize into an improving species that is "Seeking Higher Ground!" It is our innate desire as a people to do what is right, just, moral, and therefore advancing forward. In this case, we will address our aspirations of improving overall health, limiting self-inflicted disease, and escalating quality to human longevity!

And so we enter the "Blog World" in an effort to create a resource for SLO County residents. We will discuss lifestyle related diseases (heart disease, obesity, diabetes, etc.), environmental issues, hormones, food, supplements, must read books and more.

So as we broach this tall task of digging through and condensing the countless array of information both from the past and what is continuing to arise on a daily basis, we ask that your mind continues to gaze ahead. We trust that you never be satisfied with hopeless conclusions about your health, but rather will be constantly looking forward knowing that your body always acts perfectly if given the perfect environment!

Come explore with us as we seek to find the fundamental answers behind this incredible creation known as the "human body" ... of course, always looking "Onwards and Upwards" as we go!!!