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How heavy is that backpack?

A vast majority of kids wear backpacks every day that weigh 15 lbs. or more. That’s a heavy backpack

Oct 11, 2021

Growing Up With Good Posture

“Sit up straight!” We’ve all heard it (or said it) a million times, but many people aren’t aware that poor posture as a kid can create health challenges later in life

Oct 4, 2021

E-Learning: How to Avoid Tech Neck

Is your child connected to a phone, computer, or tablet during and after school in [your city / town]? Here’s how to help them avoid tech neck, one of the most common causes of headaches and neck pain.

Sep 26, 2021

How to Power Your Child’s Brain with Movement

Years ago, researchers believed that the health benefits of exercise were limited to the body. However, recent research has indicated that regular physical activity and movement can benefit both the body and brain. It's time to power your child's brain with movement [your city / town].

Sep 19, 2021

Why Chiropractic Care is Critical for Kids Who Play Sports

Youth sports are a fantastic way for your kids to gain social and physical skills, but they can also come with an increased likelihood of injury. Discover why chiropractic care is critical for kids who play sports in [your city / town].

Sep 12, 2021

Be Smart with Your Smartphone and Look Up!

It's time to be smart when using your smartphone [your city / town]. Here are the facts about the impact screens can have on our health and how to look up to find relief.

Sep 5, 2021

When Should You See a Chiropractor?

Do you know when you should see a chiropractor? Discover a few of the most popular reasons people visit chiropractors in my new blog.

Aug 30, 2021

Taking a Stand Against Opioids

Meta description: About 30 years ago, the medical community shifted how they thought pain should be addressed. "Pain is a 5th vital sign" became a rallying cry, and new medications were created to block pain... at all costs. It’s past time we take a stand against opioids. [your city / town].

Aug 23, 2021

Exposing the Truth Behind Opioids

While much of the information about how the opioid epidemic is shocking, it's important to understand how we got here. Here is the truth behind opioids that [your city / town] needs to know.

Aug 16, 2021

Finding Relief Without Opioids

There is no question that opioids are powerful pain killers. The problem is... they are also highly addictive and don't actually fix the cause of your pain. Here is how [your city / town] can start to find relief without opioids.

Aug 9, 2021

Why are Opioids so Dangerous?

It's estimated that over 200 million opioid prescriptions are written each year. This use and abuse have led to an epidemic that's been fueled by chronic pain. So, why are opioids so dangerous?

Aug 2, 2021

How to Reduce Your Risk of Sports Injuries

If you play sports long enough, you are bound to suffer an injury. Here are a few tips to reduce your risk and stay in the game.

Jul 26, 2021

Are You at Risk for Chronic Knee Pain?

Knees hurt? You're not alone. Chronic knee pain is thought to affect up to 25% of adults and can significantly limit both your mobility and quality of life. Discover how to take your life back from chronic knee pain.

Jul 19, 2021

Your Hip and SI Joint: What’s the Difference?

While figuring out the difference between hip and SI joint pain can be extremely confusing, being able to identify which one is the culprit is crucial when you’re looking for relief.

Jul 12, 2021

Shoulder Pain: How to Find Relief

Your shoulder is the most unstable and moveable joint in your body. If you have shoulder pain, here is how you can find relief.

Jul 5, 2021

WEEK 4 How to Reduce Your Risk of Sports Injuries

If you play sports long enough, you are bound to suffer an injury. Here are a few tips to reduce your risk and stay in the game.

Jun 21, 2021

How to Get Rid of Daily Headaches

If you notice that your headaches are becoming more frequent and intense, it can be troubling. Daily headaches can make it challenging to have a high quality of life and can affect your work and home life. Here is how you can get rid of daily headaches.

Jun 14, 2021

The Link Between Neck Pain and Headaches

Your head hurts. Could it be coming from your neck? You may be surprised to learn that neck pain and headaches are tightly linked together.

Jun 7, 2021

What Type of Headache Do You Have?

Over 90% of people will have at least one headache in their life. Do you know what type of headache you have?

Jun 1, 2021

When Should You See a Chiropractor?

Do you know when you should see a chiropractor? Discover a few of the most popular reasons people visit chiropractors in my new blog.

May 31, 2021

How to Reduce Your Risk of Sports Injuries

If you play sports long enough, you are bound to suffer an injury. Here are a few tips to reduce your risk and stay in the game.

May 24, 2021

Can an Adjustment Help My Athletic Performance?

You may have heard that chiropractic care can help improve your athletic performance. Is it true? The truth is that many athletes work with chiropractors to improve their performance.

May 17, 2021

Why Pro Athletes Choose Chiropractic

Discover why so many pro athletes use chiropractic care to recover, reduce their likelihood of injury, and get a performance edge.

May 10, 2021

Staying Healthy as a Weekend Warrior

Do you love sports? Here are a few surprising facts and actionable tips to stay healthy as a weekend warrior.

May 3, 2021

Why Medications Aren’t Recommended for Low Back Pain

we believe there are better ways to treat back pain than medications. Learn more and see the surprising stats in our new blog.

Apr 19, 2021

How to Move Your Way to Back Pain Relief

Movement is one of the best ways to find back pain relief. Discover the three types of movement you need to know about in our new blog.

Apr 12, 2021

Is My Leg Pain Coming from My Back?

Movement is one of the best ways to find back pain relief. Discover the three types of movement you need to know about in our new blog.

Apr 12, 2021

What Causes Lower Back Pain

Low back is a big issue in Santa Maria. In this new blog, we get to the bottom of a common question, what causes low back pain?

Apr 5, 2021

Finding Relief After a Car Accident Without Drugs or Surgery

car accident relief without drugs

Mar 22, 2021

Shoulder Pain After a Car Accident: What Does it Mean?

Car accident in Santa Maria? You may be surprised to learn that shoulder injuries, like whiplash injuries, are some of the most common challenges after a car accident.

Mar 15, 2021

How Long Does Whiplash Last?

Symptoms of whiplash include neck pain, back pain, headaches, dizziness, and confusion. None of these sound like a good time. If you've been involved in a car accident, you may be wondering how long these symptoms are going to last...

Mar 8, 2021

Whiplash: The Symptoms YOU need to know

Whiplash is an injury that occurs when your body is suddenly forced backward and forward. Here are the symptoms everyone in Santa Maria needs to know

Mar 1, 2021

Keeping Your Spinal Discs Healthy

Keeping your spinal discs healthy

Feb 22, 2021

How to Strengthen Your Spinal Discs

Feb 15, 2021

Types of Spinal Disc Problems

Types of spinal disc probelms

Feb 8, 2021

What are Spinal Discs Made of?

What are Spinal Discs made of?

Feb 1, 2021

Increasing your energy in 2021

Creating smart, healthy habits each day can help increase your energy level, mental focus, and endurance.

Jan 25, 2021

Moving your way to better health in 2021

Regular exercise is good for your physical and mental health

Jan 18, 2021

How to cultivate a healthy mindset in 2021

You can change your habits, beliefs, and transform the way you think.

Jan 11, 2021

Setting Smart Health Goals in 2021

New Years Resolution? We got you!

Jan 4, 2021

Staying Healthy This Holiday Season is the Best Gift of All

Dec 27, 2020

3 Ways Chiropractic Care Can Help Reduce Your Stress

Dec 20, 2020

The link between your stress and your spine

Dec 14, 2020

The impact of chronic stress during the holiday season

Is stress good for you, read more here!

Dec 7, 2020

How Chiropractic plays a role in GERD

Gastroesophageal reflux disease otherwise know as GERD. This is one of the number one reasons why people enter into the doctors office. Let's talk about it!

Dec 2, 2020

How to Get Rid of Stiff Neck in Less than 90 seconds

Wake up with a stiff and locked neck? We can help you!

Nov 23, 2020

Dr. Beaus Advice To Help You Fall Asleep Faster

Craving deeper, longer, more refreshed sleep? We have just the advice for you!

Oct 12, 2020

22 Questions with Dr. Jordan Hines

Follow along as Jordan Hines give us a tour through the office while answering a few questions about his Chiropractic Process!

Oct 5, 2020

Headaches & Migraines

Instant Headache Relief That You Can Do At Home

Are you struggling to move forward in your day because of that pesky headache? We highly recommend watching this video to see how you can get instant headache relief with a few simple steps.

Sep 17, 2020

Ergonomics

How to make an At-Home workstation for kids this school year

How to make an at home workstation for kids this school year!

Aug 24, 2020

Shoulder Cracking Relief

Insight on shoulders and why they crack and pop!

Jul 13, 2020

Golfers Elbow Treatment & Exercises

Golfers Elbow

Jun 29, 2020

Magnificent Magnesium and What You Are Missing

Today’s article is going to be about calcium and magnesium, with a dash of history. Let’s begin! In the 1920s industrialized farming was beginning to take hold as a more common...

Mar 18, 2019

Knee & Joint Pain

Knee Pain After Running.. Here is What to do About It!

Do your knee(s) hurt after going for a run? How about knee pain after playing basketball or jumping? Patellar tendinitis is an injury to the tendon connecting your kneecap...

Mar 5, 2019

Carpal Tunnel

The UnCommon Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Just recently I had the opportunity to consult with a patient by the name of Andrea who was suffering with carpal tunnel syndrome. Andrea was a 47 year women...

Feb 25, 2019

Research Studies Showing Chiropractic Adjustments Boost Immune System

Research Studies Showing Chiropractic Boosting the Immune System https://youtu.be/jiQ6kuz1e10 One of the most important studies was performed by Dr. Ronald Pero, Ph.D., chief of cancer prevention research at New York’s Preventive Medicine Institute and professor medicine...

Dec 7, 2018

Top 10 Benefits of Getting a Chiropractic Adjustment

Are you experiencing frequent negative health symptoms like back pain, headaches, or stress? Pain medications can only do so much, and they won’t fix your problem. Visiting a chiropractor, like us here at Pierce Chiropractic,...

Nov 15, 2018

Travel Hacks: 6 Tips and 3 Exercises To Do For Back Pain Free Travel

We all know that traveling is amazing, especially during the summer, but it can also be stressful and detrimental to our health when we’re constantly on the go. Here are six tips and 3 stretches to do to help...

Nov 9, 2018

The Beginning of a Paradigm to Treat Back Pain

A recent scientific study demonstrated that 73% of people with acute low back pain who used both standard medical care and Chiropractic care experienced either significant improvement or complete relief vs. 17% of people...

Aug 21, 2018

More People Find Relief with Chiropractic than Standard Medical Care Alone

Over the past few years, our country has been fighting one of the most deadly epidemics in history: addiction to prescription pain medications. What’s more, thanks to a pharmaceutical industry that has billions of...

Aug 15, 2018

Gravity Got You Down?

You probably don’t think too much about the force of gravity on your body as you’re walking around each day. It’s just something we all live with, but you ever paused to consider how...

Aug 8, 2018

Do You Realize How Smart Your Body Really Is?

In a world of dangerous medications, risky surgeries, and the costs of healthcare being the #1 cause of personal bankruptcy, doing what you can to get well soon and stay well for as long...

Aug 1, 2018

Headaches & Migraines

Happiness is Not Having a Headache

Headache Relief? Wake up. Go to Work. Suffer from a stiff neck. End the night with a headache. Repeat. Hopefully, this doesn’t sound familiar - but for millions of people, it is their daily cycle....

Jul 23, 2018

Six Stretches to Help Alleviate Low Back Pain and Tightness

Let's admit it, having low back pain is no fun, especially when you wake up in the morning with it knowing that you have a full day at work ahead of you. That is...

Jun 22, 2018

A Simple Detox For Every Morning

hat do you drink first thing in the morning? If it doesn't involve water and a lemon you might be missing out on some pretty fantastic benefits for your health. "Drinking water with lemon anytime...

Jun 7, 2018

Sciatica

Santa Maria Chiropractor Fixes Sciatica Faster Than Surgery

Few injuries can slow you down faster than a bad back. Irritated or compressed nerves in your low back can cause severe pain into your buttocks and legs. This type of pain results in...

May 31, 2018

Standard Process Catalyn- The Perfect Multivitamin For Everyone

In the video above we introduce the concept of supplementing one’s diet with vitamins and minerals. The basic idea behind this is to fill in the nutrient gaps that each of us likely has...

May 17, 2018

Pregnancy

How to Create a Birth Plan Without Upsetting Your Mother in Law

One of the best feelings in the world is having a patient excitedly tell you they are expecting. This moment is best sweetened if the couple has been trying for a while, or thought...

Apr 26, 2018

Santa Maria Chiropractor Goes to Costco… Plus 29 Organic Foods You Should Buy On Your Next Costco Experience

Who here likes to shop at Costco here in Santa Maria? I sure do! When the new Costco opened here on the central coast I had to grab my video camera and take you...

Mar 27, 2018

Is Chiropractic The Beginning of a New Trend?

Bottom Line: A recent scientific study demonstrated that 73% of the people experiencing acute low back pain and used both standard medical care AND recommended chiropractic care experienced either significant improvement or complete relief...

Jul 21, 2017

Heat or Ice for Low Back Pain? Doctor Beau explains

We are often asked what should I be putting on my back if I injury myself? Or how do I know if I should heat or ice my low back? In today's Fb Live...

Jun 14, 2017

Sports

Sports Injury Care and Chiropractic Treatment in Santa Maria

Your Santa Maria Chiropractor Dr. Pierce has been providing treatment and natural pain relief to athletes in Santa Maria and the central coast for almost their entire career. His highly-experienced team at the Pierce Chiropractic & Sports...

Jun 12, 2017

10 Ways You Can Manage Low Back Pain at Home

Perhaps you bent the wrong way while lifting something heavy. Or you’re dealing with a degenerative condition like arthritis. Whatever the cause, once you have low back pain, it can be hard to shake....

Mar 22, 2017

3 Tips to Cure Text Neck

Did you know that the average human head weighs 12 pounds? But as you bend your neck forward and down, like most of us do when sending a text, the weight on the cervical...

Oct 24, 2016

Heads Up: Are You Developing “Text Neck”?

By Dr. Mercola Billions of people now walk around hunched over their smartphones. The hazards of texting include motor vehicle accidents, exposure to EMFs, and walking into fountains—but here’s a new one to add...

Oct 17, 2016

Chiropractic Care Shown to Boost Immune System

Many people are aware that chiropractic is an effective way to relieve a number pain conditions, but a growing body of research suggests it can also improve immunity. Previous studies have shown that spinal adjustments can...

Oct 17, 2016

Have You Heard of Text Neck?

If you haven’t heard about Text Neck yet, this has become a new buzzword in the health industry to describe a very common issue that impacts people today. Text neck is a condition that...

Oct 10, 2016

Hip Flexor Strain

Top 5 Hip Stretches That Anyone Can Do

It doesn’t matter if you’re desk-bound or vying for the marathon finish line — you’ve probably got tight hips. The more than 20 muscles that make up your hips are responsible for stabilizing your pelvis, moving your...

Oct 4, 2016

10 Amazing Foods to Boost Your Brainpower

Eating well is good for your mental as well as your physical health. The brain requires nutrients just like your heart, lungs or muscles do. But which foods are particularly important to keep our...

Oct 4, 2016

Pregnancy

Pregnant? Here’s Why You Should See a Chiropractor

We love helping pregnant mothers prepare for the birth of their upcoming bundle of joy with gentle and custom chiropractic care designed to meet the needs of their changing body. Here’s why: 1. Optimal Function, Optimal...

Sep 26, 2016

The #1 Reason Chiropractic Promotes Overall Health

We live our life through our nervous system. When our nervous system is functioning at its optimal levels, we have a better life. It’s that simple. From our ability to digest our food, enjoy...

Sep 22, 2016