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New Year’s resolutions are probably something we’ve all pondered over at the beginning of the year, which is why Community Chiropractic & Acupuncture of Park Slope thought it would be a good idea to go over some of the top resolutions that people make at the beginning of the year. If anything on this list inspires you, be our guest! 1.) Fitness Many folks will be heading into the gym come…

As another holiday season comes and goes, it’s important to take stock of your year around this time to see how you stacked up against your annual goals or objectives. Even if you didn’t create a list of New Year’s resolutions it’s likely you had ideas for ways you could push yourself to achieve more. Did your objectives have to do with your relationships? Did you vow to dedicate yourself…

In the spirit of the holiday season, Community Chiropractic & Acupuncture of Park Slope would like to go over a few healthy gift options to consider this year, instead of choosing the obligatory gift cards that get passed around by so many in lieu of more creative gift ideas. 1.) Fitness Passes Purchasing a gym membership or a few yoga classes for a friend or a loved one is a great…

The holidays might represent family gatherings and present situations where we get to be around those who we cherish the most, but it’s also an undeniable fact that the holidays also represent stressful times for many of us.  Getting just the right gift, in some cases driving through heavy traffic across town, and working extra hours to afford the ideal holiday experience can create stress and anxiety for anyone. Below, Community…

Staying on top of your wellness routine doesn’t have to stop at work. It’s a sad fact of reality that not every workplace is set up with ergonomic furniture, not to mention an area where you can engage in your yoga practice or mid-day stretch routine. But, that’s okay, because Community Chiropractic & Acupuncture of Park Slope has your back, your neck, and any other area of your body that aches…

If you haven’t fully utilized your health care insurance plan, if you do not use this month to cash in, your deductibles can reset and any visit or consultation allowances will also reset — usually without rolling over. One good thing about insurance is that many providers will cover chiropractic treatment — so what are you waiting for? Getting an end-of-the-year chiropractic adjustment can bring you a variety of benefits,…

Chances are if you engaged in all the Black Friday festivities, you probably put your body through more than a little wear and tear. In order to unlock the 20-60% savings this popular day brings one has to sacrifice the body and the focus the mind at the task at hand. After all is said and done, you have to have a recovery plan for your Black Friday run if…

One of the most common reasons people seek acupuncture is for the treatment of stress and anxiety. The Anxiety and Depression Association of America asserts that over 40 million people in the United States alone live with some level of anxiety. Think of anxiety as your body’s natural response when it deems you to be unsafe, putting you into a heightened, fight-or-flight state. Acupuncture is believed by many to help…

When we’re in pain, our discomfort can be the result of an isolated injury, or it can be the result of everyday wear and tear, not to mention overuse. Many of us work demanding schedules to sustain our lifestyles, which often have us sitting at desks or standing on our feet for long periods of time. Even going to work in the morning, we’re sitting in an often hunched and…

You may have heard of a friend raving about their essential oil collection, with names like lavender, tea tree, peppermint, and rosemary getting thrown around. Maybe you’re curious about seeing what all the fuss about but you don’t know where to start. Below, Community Chiropractic & Acupuncture of Park Slope gives a little more information to our patients and readership about essential oils. The Healing Properties of Essential Oils Essential oils…