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Pregnant in Ventura?

Published on May 29, 2012 By admin

During nine months of pregnancy the body goes through many changes that can leave a woman feeling sore and tired. A Ventura chiropractor can often help a woman’s body cope better with the pelvic, postural and weight changes that occur during this time. Back, neck and joint pain will often be minimal or non-existent by [...]

Ventura Chiropractor Announces National Chiropractic Health Month Puts Emphasis On Obesity Prevention!

Published on October 11, 2010 By Dr. Steven Alff

After blogging for most of the year about the benefits of exercise and the national need for obesity prevention, as your Ventura Chiropractor I am pleased and gratified to inform you that this month obesity prevention is being “officially emphasized” by that National Chiropractic Association. Since 2004, October has been National Chiropractic Health Month (NCHM), [...]

Ventura Chiropractor Advises Seniors: Get Tested for Balance, Grip Strength, and Walking Speed

Published on September 15, 2010 By Dr. Steven Alff

“Getting old takes courage,” right? If you are already a senior, you probably agree! The older we get, the more health risks, and even death risks, we incur. As a Ventura chiropractor I know from treating hundreds of patients through the years, that the aging process stresses the musculoskeletal system. Joints degenerate often due to [...]

Your Ventura Chiropractor Suggests That Staying Physically Active Should be a “No Brainer”

Published on July 12, 2010 By Dr. Steven Alff

If you read my Ventura Chiropractic website blogs, then you already know I adhere to the philosophy that “Motion is Life.” Our body is designed to move, move, move; to walk, run, play, and dance! My “job” as a Ventura Chiropractor is not only to get you out of pain, but to help you to [...]

Ventura Chiropractor: Harmful Flame-Retardant Chemicals Are a Hot Topic, Especially For Pregnant Women

Published on June 21, 2010 By Dr. Steven Alff

As a Ventura chiropractor I treat many pregnant women not only for common low back pain associated with pregnancy, but for other pregnancy symptoms such as heartburn, nausea, and swelling due to water retention or joint stress. A healthy pregnancy is crucial for both mother and baby. And although regular chiropractic care during pregnancy is [...]

Drugs…Just in Case?

Published on March 31, 2010 By Dr. Steven Alff

As a chiropractor who believes in the human body's ability to heal itself, often with the aid of natural, non-invasive, drug-free chiropractic treatment, I am always dismayed, but never surprised, at some of the pernicious claims and tenacious effrontery of drug companies when it comes to pain killers, in general, and the "treatment" of a [...]

“Will I Have to See My Ventura Chiropractor ‘Forever’?”

Published on March 22, 2010 By admin

As a Ventura Chiropractor, one of the most common questions I hear asked by those considering chiropractic care is: “If I start going to a chiropractor, will I have to always go?” I often wonder why this particular question doesn’t come up for someone who goes to a general medical practitioner. Think about it: How [...]

Your Ventura Chiropractor Discusses Some Things For You to Consider When Choosing Chiropractic Care

Published on January 28, 2010 By admin

Dr. Steven Alff, your Ventura Chiropractor, wants you to know that there are a variety of chiropractic treatment plans that can be effectual when treating your musculoskeletal system, from eliminating a particular problem to responding to your general health issues.  After thoroughly examining you, Dr. Alff will inform you as to which treatment plan would [...]

Ventura Chiropractor: Chiropractic Treatment Can Frequently Relieve Vertigo

Published on December 18, 2009 By admin

What is vertigo? Vertigo is a medical term used to denote the dizzy feeling that someone suffers within a fixed environment. It is a sense that the outer world is tilting or spinning. The disturbance can be sudden and short-lived or chronic. Whether acute or chronic, however, the origin of the vertigo should be uncovered [...]

Ventura Chiropractor: Don't Let Excess Weight Put Your Joints on Overload

Published on December 8, 2009 By admin

It is no secret that carrying around excess body weight, especially as we age, can cause a number of health problems from heart and pulmonary diseases and diabetes to back and joint pain. Surplus poundage puts extra stress on organs, like the heart, and on joints in the low back, hips, and knees. Over half [...]