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Schmorl’s Nodes: Your Spine Has a Story to Tell
Your X-ray may reveal an old spinal injury you never knew you had! Have you ever had an X-ray or MRI of your back and noticed the words Schmorl’s node in the report? The name may sound alarming, but there's usually no reason to worry. In fact, Schmorl’s nodes are...
Don’t Let Your Vitamin D Levels Fall this “Fall”
Happy October! Autumn brings some of the best weather of the year, with cool, crisp nights and warm, sunny days. While these shorter days and lower temperatures reduce our UV radiation exposure- a welcome relief for skin health- they also mean our bodies absorb less...
A Breakthrough in Joint Support: Collagen that Targets Your Joints
If you've walked through a health-food store lately, you've probably noticed that collagen seems to be everywhere.Powders. Drinks. Gummies. Protein supplements.But here's something most people don't realize:Not all collagen works the same way. And when we're talking...
Cycling for Mental Health
I have enjoyed riding my bike as long as I can remember. Fond memories at a very early age of cruising my neighborhood on my cool “Lemon Peeler”. While I have always said a bicycle is the best piece of exercise equipment ever made- it is also a great...
Save Your Knees: Protect the Joints That Carry You Every Day
Your knees do far more than simply bend. They carry your entire body weight with every step you take. Walking. Climbing stairs. Squatting. Getting in and out of the car. Picking up your grandchild. Playing pickleball. Hiking. Skiing. And yet most people do not think...
Which Magnesium Supplement is Right for Me?
Last month I wrote a blog highlighting all the great benefits of Magnesium. https://performancehealthcenter.com/2026/03/the-silent-powerhouse-why-magnesium-is-essential-for-your-health/ In this blog I will describe the different forms of Magnesium and what each one is...
Small Joints Cause Big Problems: Understanding Facet Syndrome and Functional Back Pain
As a chiropractor, I evaluate patients with spinal pain every day. One of the most common patterns I see is irritation of the facet joints of the spine, often referred to as facet syndrome .Many patients are told by their PCPs or Orthopedists that have...
The Silent Powerhouse: Why Magnesium is Essential for Your Health
My patients often ask me what supplements they should they take, and that answer is different for each specific person. One supplement that I want to highlight is magnesium. While minerals like calcium and iron often steal the spotlight, magnesium is the quiet engine...
How Do You Know If You’re Healthy?
"The preservation of health is easier than the cure of disease." ...
Your Spine in 2026
If you knew what I know about the importance of the spine, you wouldn’t miss another appointment. I believe everyone needs chiropractic care, not because everyone is in pain, but because everyone has a spine. The spine is not a collection of separate parts. You...