Can Chiropractic Improve Symptoms of Asthma? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as of May 2018, 1 in 13 Americans have asthma, representing 26.5 million people. Of these 26.5 million, 6.1 million children and 20.4 million adults suffer from this chronic disease. The annual costs of asthma to society are approximately $80 […]
What Exactly is an Adjustment? A chiropractor understands the importance of spinal adjustments that correct subluxations, a misalignment of the vertebrae. The term “adjustment” refers to the pressure we apply to vertebrae that have abnormal movement patterns or fail to function normally. A chiropractic adjustment is done to reduce the misalignment, resulting in an increased […]
12-days-of-Christmas holiday raffle We are celebrating the season of giving by asking all of our patients to bring a new, unopened toy which will be donated to the Kinship Center here in Monterey County. The toy-giving starts now and you can bring as many as you’d like to give. When you bring a toy, we’ll […]
Since the immune and respiratory systems depend on normal communication between the brain and spinal cord, when either is compromised an allergic or asthmatic reaction can occur. We can, after a thorough examination, suggest a course of treatment with our trained staff at Ocon Family Chiropractic. If your neck is misaligned it could cause an […]
Chiropractic Care: A Natural Stress Reliever Our lives are full of pressure, stress, frustration and worry, both physical and mental, about — job security, being overworked, driving in rush-hour traffic, arguing with a spouse, concern about a loved one, retirement. Much of our stress simply comes from everyday responsibilities. In response to these daily strains, […]
SALINAS PATIENT APPRECIATION DAY – CHANGE SOMEONE’S LIFE Dear Patient and Friend, We have set aside a special day to acknowledge and appreciate our patients. As a means of thanking you for your support and commitment to health, we are inviting you to participate in a special event at Ocon Family Chiropractic You will receive a […]
Let Us Help Reduce Your Lower Back Pain Back pain is the second most common reason for doctor’s office visits, surpassed only by upper-respiratory infections. Estimates indicate that more than half of the adult population each year is affected by low back pain. Recent studies show that back pain will not go away on its own. […]
Who hasn’t had a headache? That pounding sensation in your head or behind your eyes that lasts for just a few minutes or days, can stop you in your tracks. Sometimes, the pain even makes you feel nauseous. Headaches have many causes including reactions to drugs, TMJ (temporomandibular joint dysfunction) tightness in the neck muscles, […]