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This is the first in a series of posts on chiropractic care and auto accidents. When someone is in an automobile accident, it’s normal to go to the emergency room to get checked out. So, once you’ve been cleared by the medical personnel, you may wonder why you should come see us at Highlands Family Chiropractic. … The Importance of Contacting a Chiropractor After An Auto Accident

People with scoliosis have a side-to-side curve in the spine that can resemble an “S” or a “C.” The curvature is most often diagnosed in adolescents, but scoliosis can be diagnosed at any age. Here are the four types: Infantile Idiopathic Scoliosis Infantile scoliosis is an idiopathic scoliosis affecting children who are younger than 4 … The 4 Types of This Sideways Curvature of the Spine

In this brief video, Dr. Hicks answers some of the most commonly asked questions about Scoliosis.

As we age in life we tend to lose height. This is always an abnormal finding even though it is common. Consider this Common vs. Normal analogy: diabetes is common, but it’s never normal. One of the conditions that cause people to lose height is thoracic hyperkyphosis (hunchback). What Causes It? In many cases, thoracic … Natural Help for Hunchback

At Highlands Family Chiropractic, we aim to help patients live their best life possible. Sometimes, that involves going beyond chiropractic care and into other modalities-like nutritional support. To help you get your wellness back on track, we thought we’d share some helpful tips for improving your nutrition this month. Watch out for sugar. Did you know … Jumpstart Your Nutrition This Month

Continuing our latest series of posts, this installment discusses the importance of visiting our office as soon as possible after an auto accident. Why Should You Visit Us After Your Accident? Symptoms may not appear for several days to a week later, and in some cases, even longer. Even mild symptoms may be evidence of underlying … Important Reasons to Visit Our Chiropractor After an Auto Accident