Chiropractor - How to become one

By Kiiera Success Group

A chiropractor is considered a health care provider with chiropractic care as an alternative health care option. Many people are not fully aware of the requirements involved in becoming a chiropractor. It takes a great deal of hard work and determination.

A chiropractor diagnoses and treats health problems that involve your muscular, nervous, and/or skeletal system. A chiropractor must pass several National Board exams and then an exam to be licensed in the state that he is working in. Medications and/or surgery are not used in the chiropractic care treatment. A chiropractor will direct you to a physician if he or she feels that it is necessary for your treatment.

A chiropractor aligns everything up in your system as before and when it is properly done the remainder of your body should return to its prior condition. He or she does this with manipulation, massage, and/or stretching techniques. The goal is to put everything back into place and this is most commonly achieved through realignment.

A chiropractor uses force to a joint with his or her hands. In addition to the previous stated treatments, a chiropractor will instill other therapies as well, such as the use of heat, cold, physical therapy, electrical stimulation, braces, and/or exercise.

To become a chiropractor you must have a degree in the science of chiropractics. As there are not many schools that offer this education in the United States and that are also accredited by the Council on Chiropractic Education you might very well have to travel to another state to obtain your education.

A chiropractor is a doctor therefore he or she must complete many years of undergraduate studies in addition to hours at an accredited college for chiropractics. A student in the field of chiropractics will have to study courses such as anatomy, biochemistry, public health, physiology, pathology, and microbiology.

In addition, they must be completely trained on how to use sophisticated medical equipment, examination techniques, x-ray equipment and procedures, and the technology involved in chiropractics. To obtain the expertise involved this usually requires going to college for approximately four years. If you desire to specialize in one area, such as neurology, orthopedics, or sports, you will find that additional education is necessary.

A licensed chiropractor can expect his or her to be in the area of approximately $80,000 a year. This would, of course, depend on several factors, such as working in a private office or having an associate in the business with them. If working privately, of course, the salary would generally be in the higher income range as opposed to working with an associate. If you are a newly qualifying chiropractor and just starting out you will be on the lower end of the income range as you are not as experienced as someone who has been practicing for several years. - 16083

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This article is presented by Kiiera Success Group, Independent Affiliates for Kiiera VIV. For further information about Kiiera or VIV visit their website.

Treatment Process For Chronic Back Pain

By Dr. Randall Pruitt

There are many different options that are available to people that are suffering from chronic back pain. This is why you are going to want to make sure that you follow a certain procedure in order to find the best options that are available for you. There are also many considerations to be made due to the fact that the type of care you receive should be personalized to your specific condition. This is the best way of treating these types of problems and by far the most effective.

Fist step in finding the treatment is to consult your doctor. Your doctor will help you distinguish what your condition is. A series of tests or examination might be conducted to assess your condition.They will have to know the amount of pain that you are going through in order for them to know the severity of your condition.

If you want to continue and carry out your daily activities, you may ask your doctor for pain relievers. This will help reduce if not eliminate the pain that you are going through. This will help you carry out normal tasks on a daily basis. However this will not have any long term effect in your body.

Patients who are suffering from chronic back pain will first resort to non-surgical procedures. There are a lot of various therapy that a patient can choose from. It is important to know all the options before deciding. Most of these therapy procedures are effective and successful.

One kind of non-surgical treatment is spinal decompression therapy. This method utilizes machines that are effective in treating chronic back pain and utilizes traction. Perhaps the best part of this treatment option is the fact that it allows you to be treated effectively for little money.

Spinal decompression therapy is available among most cities. Rates may vary per city however it ranges from $35 - $100. It is important that you try and hunt for a specialist in your area. If there's none, then you might also try to consider going out of town. This procedure is proven to be highly effective. - 16083

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Randall Pruitt, DC,DACNB, DAAPM is a board certified chiropractic neurologist and an authority on spinal decompression for back pain. Click here to learn more about Spinal Decompression In Phoenix Arizona You can also Order a copy of his Herniated Disc Guide.

Forget about being Clich: Give Jewelry on Valentines Day!

By Art Barron

When it comes to romantic relationships, jewelry is a standard. Jewelry is ever-so-present, especially when the lover is proposing, giving appreciation, or even asking for an apology. This practice just never goes out of style! The reason isn't even surprising. This is one area where going with tradition doesn't equal as second rate.

But before you go thinking if a visit to the jewelry shop will ultimately brand you as a walking clich, here's a list of reasons why you should give jewelry on Valentines Day.

Reason # 1: They last forever. Yes, your five dozen roses can sweeten up the bedroom---but only for a few days! If you want something that will exclaim that your love is eternal, try a diamond or sterling silver. One of the sweetest things about being a couple is being able to say ten years from now "hey, this is the ring he gave me Valentines Day a decade ago!" Now can you say the same about chocolate?

Reason 2: Make them custom-made and say what you want to say. Contrary to rumors, buying jewelry doesn't instantly mean last-minute. Go personalized and let your beloved know how much thought you gave when choosing your gift. You can have the pendant engraved with his name or pick out charms of her favorite pastimes for a bracelet. If met in a ball game, why not pick out earrings shaped into a baseball? Let your gifts speak for you!

Reason # 3: Value just goes up. If you use gold or silver, then you're sure to have two things: A beautiful gift and a smart investment. Gold and silver are two metals that never lose their value. For an extra special touch (and value), why not add precious stones? It's tantamount to saying that your lover is as precious to you as this piece of jewelry, and that will last as long.

Reason # 4: They are well-accepted symbols of relationship ideals. Commitment. Love. Beauty. Authenticity. Rarity. Endlessness. Strength. Need we say more?

Reason # 5: Accessories ARE important, after all! The great thing about jewelry for girls is that they pretty much go with anything and everything. Color, style, shape - beauty can be achieved more easily once they have jewelry on. For guys, you won't have to wait as long for them to get ready. Too much jewelry is another problem altogether.

Reason # 6: It's a way of proclaiming you match! Some couples tattoo their partner's name on their arm or ankle; others wear matching tees. But if you want something more subtly classy than an "I-belong-to-Eric" shirt, have rings that match or pendants that complete each other. It's a way to express that you belong to one another--- minus the cheesiness.

Reason # 7: You'll have a piece of each other near you always. A very romantic notion about giving gifts is that the person who gives also gives a small part of himself or herself, and what better way to always keep that part with you than to wear it? Even if you're a thousand miles apart geographically, it helps knowing that you've got a small part of your lover with you wherever you go.

Reason # 8: So many options, so little time. No matter what your needs or wants, there's always something out there that can answer it. If you're on a budget, many stores offer quality jewelry for a fraction for the cost, and birthstones are beautiful but not budget-busters. If you're out to burn money, well, Cartier always has his doors open.

Reason 9: Best friends never leave the other! Last but not the least, diamonds and girls are still best of friends. There are plenty of surveys that polls which women prefer more: chocolates, flowers or lingerie, but women still choose jewelry over any other. It's a good thing that men are catching up to this trend. It's a real winner! - 16083

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Rid Of Constipation - Constipation Treatment

By Haiyan Lai-Heskin

Constipation affects almost everyone at one time or another. Constipation is common, yet clearly there is a need for better understanding of this condition, and for improved treatments.

Constipation?is a warning sign from your body to let you know that changes need to be made. Finding the causes of constiption is very important in prevention and elimination of constipation.

Constipation may effectuate from a poor diet which is low in fiber, poor bowel habits, or problems in elimination of stool, whether physical, functional, or voluntary. Drinking too much milk for system to handle) is heavily associated with having constipation.

Pregnant women also suffer from constipation as a result of a change in hormonal balance in the body and also because of the pressure of the now occupied uterus on the intestine. Stress is also seen as a possible cause of constipation.

A lack of exercise will cause you constipated as well. People who don't take care of themselves physically, tend to easily develop constipation as a result of the fact.

The common treatment for constipation methods and preventative measures including diet, exercise, hydration, medications, laxatives, herbal remedies, improving bowel habits, and colon cleansing.

Dietary changes - such as increasing the amount of fibre (which is also known as bulk forming laxatives) in the daily diet. Foods that have special recognition as laxatives include almonds, apricots (dried), avocados, chicory, coconut, dandelion (yes get out in your garden and eat those dandelion leaves, so long as they have no chemicals on them.

In some cases however, some individuals may find it hard to cope with the bulk of fruits needed. When this occurs, it is best that fiber supplements such as wheat bran, oat bran, psyllium seeds be added to the daily diet.

Insufficient intake of fluids can result in constipation as well. Drink plenty of liquids (1 to 2 quarts daily), unless you have heart, blood vessel, or kidney problems. Drink it on an empty stomach stimulates peristalsis by reflex.

Physical activity nudges the bowels into action, regular exercise such as walking or swimming everyday can help to both prevent and relieve constipation.

Laxatives can be used for short term constipation relief but for most people who are mildly constipated do not need laxatives. They are also safe to use during pregnancy include the bulk-forming laxatives lactulose, and macrogols.

Getting up and walking around the block in the morning is good enough to get your bowels moving. Developing a good diet habit will pay a large contribution to prevent and eliminate constipation. - 16083

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3 Neck and Shoulder Exercises That Will Improve Your Posture

By Rodney Williams

Poor posture is not really something that people worry about, and in fact the majority of people living with poor posture are completely unaware of it. Ailments that may be caused by poor posture such as increased tension in the back and shoulders are often passed off as being caused by other conditions.

Poor posture is easily remedied, which makes taking care of it a real no brainer. We cover 3 specific posture exercises that can be used to help limber of tight shoulders and back muscles, stretching out the muscles, and in the case of the spine, increasing height as a result.

1) Shoulder Release - Get yourself relaxed in a comfortable chair, with your arms hanging loosely down by your sides, back straight. Slow your breathing, then as you take a large breath, raise your shoulders up at the same time, as high as they can comfortably go. Release them as you exhale, after holding that position for a few seconds.

Using this stretching exercise is great for targeting your shoulders and back, and you should feel the results, as your back and shoulders some of their tension and feel looser and more flexible. Perform this posture exercise at least a few times during each sitting.

2) Turkey Stretch - Taking up the same position as the last routine, keep your head held high, and this time hold a hand beneath your chin to steady your head and make sure it doesn't waver while performing this. Take a deep breath, keeping your hand pressed against your chin as your head rises up. Do this a few times to really stretch out that spinal cord.

3) Turkey Stretch and Turn - This one is similar to the last, with some slight variations. You should be in a similar sitting posture. This time you want your chin tucked down to your neck. Inhale deeply in this position, and as you exhale, turn your neck to the right, while keeping your shoulders as still as possible.

Holding this through your next breath, release your neck and head back to a forward facing position on your subsequent exhale. Repeat this to the other side and back again, and do this whole routine 3-4 more times each sitting. This is particularly good for stretching out the neck and shoulders.

Easing tension and stretching out the muscles of your shoulders and back are the hallmarks of these relaxing posture exercises. If you make it a habit of performing at least one of these each time you're sitting down, you'll blessed with the results very quickly and for years to come. - 16083

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For more information on posture problems that stunt growth, check out Rodney Williams' website where he regularly posts articles on Exercises To Increase Height.

What Laser Eye Surgery Procedure To Select?

By Tina Grande

Undergoing surgery on eyes is not as easy as doctors say. First of all, we think of our eyes as being very delicate. And that's the reality. There are so many accidents that can cause, that everybody ought to carefully consider what clinic they choose to treat their sight.

PRK basically means photo-refractive keratectomy. The procedure implies the ablation of a small fraction from the cornea, resulting in reshaping it. In this way vision defects are corrected, permitting to give up the prescription glasses for a lot of people.

Lasik and PRK are in fact similar procedures, but the fraction removed from the cornea is not superficial, but a deeper portion. Then the upper portion of cornea is set in its original position, enabling the eye to start the healing process.

Lasik and PRK are both operated with excimer lasers. All lasers for PRK or for any other medical surgery must be FDA approved. This is how patients safety is secured. This is how the government is a signal they are preoccupied to have a healthy population.

Vision defects can be fixed through any of the two types of eye surgery. The physician will observe each candidate individually, then indicating one operation or another. Every now and then, they may even settle that the subject should not be exposed to any kind of eye surgery at all.

Faults in laser eye surgery may cost a lot, as they may impair the person who suffered the surgery irreversibly. Choosing doctors only after deeper research will diminish the risk of exposing ourselves to human errors from the medical staff.

Some surgeons say that patients heal faster after Lasik than after PRK. They may know what they are talking about, but there are no studies to support this evidence. Each patient is unique, so healing is a personal process. It can go well, but it also can go wrong. Only time can tell. - 16083

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Learn more about refractive surgery for the eyes from this excimer laser eye surgery personal guide. Sometimes, eye vision improvement can be obtained without surgery, by watching stereograms.

What Are The Benefits of Taking Acai and Are They Worth It

By Kevin Schmidt

What are the benefits of taking Acai as a weight loss supplement?

Okay, first things first...Acia berry is not a magical weight-loss pill like many people seem to believe. It's also not some untold secret from the Amazon that causes you to lose 40 pounds in two months as many hyped up marketing campaigns try to make you believe.

The truth is Acai berry has been around for centuries without anyone in the states knowing about it until recently when it was mentioned on the Oprah Winfrey show. It was then that the product exploded in popularity and became the latest craze in the weight-loss industry.

Don't get me wrong, this stuff works, it's just not the "easy button" everyone is making it out to be. You have probably seen the claims that are all over about so-and-so losing 50 lbs in 2 months from Acai supplementation but guess what....it's just marketing hype. There is nothing out there that will do that and not severely damage your health.

Of course, while there are bogus claims out there just to sell a product there are also the real claims as well. The real ones are more along the lines of people losing anywhere from 10 - 15 lbs in a few months while on the supplement. Those are the results you can expect if you use the supplement, and use it properly.

The proper way to use this new supplement is with the good old fashioned way added to it, Diet and Exercise! Yes, you cannot and most likely will not ever escape that hard truth. If you want to be healthy you need to keep in shape..no pill will get you in shape and they are not made to do that either. These health products are made to enhance your health regime not be the sole part of it.

Let's get into what Acai berry does and how it helps you when you add it to a solid exercise routine. . .

What Are the Benefits of taking Acai Berry? Let's take a detailed look. . .

Acai is an all natural fruit that when consumed helps your body function better. The reason for this is the powerful mix of essential fatty acids, amino's, and antioxidants that are in the fruit. When you body is healthier it tends to do things better and more efficiently, things such as thinking, working, and yes losing weight.

Here are all the ways that these products help you:

Acai Berry Speeds Up Your Metabolism

The many fatty acids in the supplements, such as Omega, flaxseed, and olive oil have the effect of increasing your metabolism which is what makes you burn calories faster. This is why you will see yourself start to lose weight more rapidly, as long as you are not eating too much to counteract this!

Acai Helps With the Digestion Process

The fiber found in the product is essential to the digestive track and helping it to digest food easier.

Your Daily Energy Will Improve

If you find yourself lacking in energy throughout the day that won't be the case when taking this product! All the nutrients give your body that extra boost you need to wake up and get moving.

Makes You Eat Less

So your metabolism is running faster and now all the fiber is making you feel more full throughout the day, great! What this does is help you lose weight even faster now, can't argue with that right?!

Acai Helps You Build and Tone Muscle

Since Acai is rich with amino acids and speeds up your metabolism it helps you burn fat faster while also increasing the speed at which to recover from exercise. With a faster metabolism your body can repair and recover your muscle fibers faster than it normally could without supplementation.

So What Are The Benefits Of Taking Acai?

Let's see, helps you lose weight by boosting your metabolism and giving you more energy while making you eat less food during the day....sounds pretty good doesn't it? Just remember if you want to really get the results you are hearing about then you must add a good diet and exercise! - 16083

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