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Making Strides Against Breast Cancer In Ventura, California

Published on May 31, 2012 By admin

This past year over 230,000 women were be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer and that number is rising as time goes on. On August 18th, 2012 the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk, sponsored by the American Cancer Society, will honor those who have lost their battle to breast cancer as well as raise money [...]

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 [...]

Chiropractor Weekly Sticky: “It’s all About Time”

Published on May 22, 2012 By Dr. Steven Alff

The Sixth Principle in Chiropractic states there is no process which does not require time, including the healing process. BJ Palmer (the developer of Chiropractic) believed that with time and clarity in the nerve system, the body could heal itself in just about any situation. A sick cell is replaced by a healthy one – [...]

Ventura Beachfront Half-Marathon And 5K Sponsored By City Impact

Published on May 20, 2012 By Dr. Steven Alff

On Saturday, June 16th at 7:00 A.M., the City Impact-hosted half-marathon and 5K will be held to help raise funds and awareness for this organization which promotes the well-being of families in the community. Whether it be through education, counseling or physical assistance, City Impact helps people from childhood through adulthood achieve their goals. This [...]

Ventura Chiropractor Offers Thanksgiving Thoughts

Published on November 22, 2010 By admin

As your Ventura chiropractor, over the years I have blogged often about the adverse effects of obesity on the musculoskeletal system. Because excess weight can cause misalignment of the spine, tilting of the pelvis, unhealthy gait patterns, and wear and tear on the joints, it has been my experience that preventative and relief measures, such [...]

Ventura Chiropractor: The Number of Failed Back Surgeries May Shock You!

Published on October 27, 2010 By Dr. Steven Alff

As your Ventura chiropractor I feel that it is my obligation to pass along the results of a recent study regarding failed back surgeries: Did you know that complicated spine surgeries that involve fusing two or more vertebrae are actually on the rise? You may find it surprising, or even shocking, to discover that experts [...]

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 Discusses Good News Regarding Insurance Coverage for Your Chiropractic Care

Published on July 27, 2010 By Dr. Steven Alff

As a Ventura Chiropractor I often hear the disappointment in my patients’ voices when they find that their insurance plan doesn’t cover the full spectrum of chiropractic care. And, of course, anyone who has experienced the benefits of not only crisis chiropractic treatment and therapies, but holistic preventative chiropractic care as well, knows that insurance [...]

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 Warns: Even With No History of High Blood Pressure, High Fructose Consumption Can Significantly Raise Your Blood Pressure

Published on July 5, 2010 By Dr. Steven Alff

As a Ventura Chiropractor I am concerned about the overall health of my patients. And, though chiropractic adjustments can go a long way in helping individuals to achieve better overall health, diet and exercise are always contributing factors. As I’ve mentioned in previous blogs, excess weight can create a multitude of problems. One of the [...]