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The chiropractor Brooklyn Blog at Community Chiropractic & Acupuncture located in Park Slope, Brooklyn 11215, was started to let you know how we apply both Eastern and Western medical theory to establish a diagnosis and treatment plan designed specifically for each patient.

Furthermore, our goal is to help our patients enjoy an optimal quality of life with improved physical health, mental well-being, and a sense of spiritual tranquility.

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Take a look at some of our health tips below in our chiropractor Brooklyn blog for information about improving your life.

Posture

Posture

Postural disorders, characterized by misalignments or abnormalities in the body’s posture, can have a significant impact on overall health and well-being. Addressing these issues is crucial, and chiropractors play a pivotal role in providing active solutions to alleviate discomfort and improve posture. Chiropractors actively assess and treat postural disorders by employing a hands-on, proactive approach. Through a thorough examination, they identify imbalances, misalignments, and musculoskeletal issues that contribute to poor…

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Golfer’s Health

The sport of golf and back health share a vital connection, as an effective swing relies on a back with optimal range of motion. Unfortunately, the swinging motion integral to golf often leads to strained muscles, misaligned vertebrae, and damaged ligaments for many individuals. To proactively prevent injuries, consider implementing the following tips the next time you step onto the golf course: At our office, we specialize in helping individuals…

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Over-Training

In the realm of professional sports, where substantial funds and extensive research are invested, a flood of information and misinformation inundates those of us engaged in more personalized training. At our chiropractic office, we emphasize the importance of training intelligently rather than relentlessly. The phenomenon of over training is akin to a syndrome. It contradicts our inherent instinct to cease exercising merely due to fatigue. After all, how can one…

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Muscle Building

Muscle building is all about efficiency: the process begins when motor neurons initiate communication with the muscle, telling it to contract. As a chiropractor, we are concerned with the nerve pathways; ensuring that your body can communicate fluidly without the interference of subluxated vertebrae is what we offer to the serious and casual muscle builders alike. So, what is your personal fitness goal? Whether you are aiming to look like…

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Bounce Back After Holiday Feasts: A Guide to Overcoming Overindulgence with Chiropractic Care

Introduction: The holiday season is synonymous with joy, family gatherings, and, of course, delicious feasts. However, it’s not uncommon to find ourselves overindulging in festive treats, leaving us feeling sluggish and uncomfortable. If you’ve overeaten during the holidays, fear not – there are effective ways to get back on track. In this guide, we’ll explore practical steps to recover from holiday excess, with a special emphasis on the benefits of…

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Nourishing Your Body and Mind: The Importance of Healthy Eating and Chiropractic Care in Winter

Introduction: As the winter chill sets in, it’s crucial to pay extra attention to our health and well-being. The colder months bring with them unique challenges that can impact our physical and mental health. One effective way to navigate this seasonal shift is by adopting a wholesome and nutritious diet, complemented by chiropractic care. In this article, we’ll explore the symbiotic relationship between winter nutrition and chiropractic adjustments, shedding light…

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Cores to the Fore

Core strength is so much more than just the middle of your body. The core is a network of muscles that have an influence or contribute to almost every movement we make. The core’s basic functions include: commencing movement, limiting and stabilizing movement, and transferring forces across the body. We focus on the importance of the second function: stability. For people looking to improve their suffering from back pain, or…

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Whiplash: no good for the neck

Whiplash, a term almost onomatopoeic in nature, evokes the visceral image of a cracking whip, vividly capturing the abrupt and forceful impact experienced by the neck during an unforeseen automobile collision. In the blink of an eye, the neck undergoes a rapid jarring, oscillating between forward-and-backward or side-to-side movements, resulting in damaged tissues and misaligned vertebrae. Even at seemingly modest speeds of impact, the aftermath can be profound, manifesting as…

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Walking

Muscles tensed and back stiff; intervertebral discs absorbing fluid and tightening; lack of circulation: this is your body on a sedentary lifestyle. So, take a hike! And no, this is not intended to be rude. At our office, we are seeing the toll that the 21st century is taking on human spines. Once upon a time, you might have had to walk to the market to get your food, or…

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Embrace a Healthy Winter Lifestyle

Winter is a season that offers numerous opportunities to modify your eating habits, promoting both warmth and wellness. Say goodbye to processed fats and sugars and venture to your local winter market, where you will discover an abundance of nourishing foods: rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fiber, and healthy sugars and fats that can help you maintain a healthy lifestyle. Whole foods over processed: Choose whole foods over their processed…

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Moreover, at Community Chiropractic & Acupuncture we are committed to providing individualized and compassionate patient care.

Dr. Karen Thomas founded the practice over 30 years ago with the express purpose of providing leading-edge healthcare to the Park Slope community.

As a result, the practice has grown considerably since then, and moved from its original location at Lincoln Place and Sixth Avenue to Eighth Avenue at Union Street, to its present location at 182 8th Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11215

We want you to know that we are prepared for you.

Furthermore, for the protection of our customers and our employees, we’ve followed the guidance of the W.H.O. and the I.C.C. and their directions to business owners.

Additionally, we have disinfected all surfaces and implemented recommended strategies to keep safe distances between all customers and employees to prevent any transmission.

In conclusion, our team is on top of the most current information available to businesses.

We are open for business.

Please feel free to contact us with any questions about your health at 718-398-3100

We all speak English and...

Dr. Gabe is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese

Dr. Thomas speaks some Spanish but is not fluent

Yolanda, our office manager is fluent in Spanish

Steve, our front office assistant speaks some Chinese but is not fluent

Sofia, our medical biller is fluent in Russian