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Babywearing should feel supportive, not stressful 🤱

When done incorrectly, babywearing can lead to neck, mid-back, and lower back strain. Proper positioning, weight distribution, and carrier fit are key to keeping both mom and baby comfortable.

Check out this infographic to learn more proper babywearing tips and how to protect your spine during those early months. https://chiroup.short.gy/TJ27Dv

It’s time to get a grip! 💪

A recent study found that individuals with higher grip strength had lower odds of developing hand osteoarthritis over time.

In fact, the group with the strongest grip strength had 54% lower odds of developing symptomatic hand osteoarthritis compared to the weakest group.

The good news? Grip strength is something you can train through resistance exercises, carrying weights, climbing, or using a grip trainer. 🏋️

Strengthening your hands and forearms may help support long-term hand health and function.

Call now to book an appointment with our clinic to keep your joints moving strong!



Source: Wang Y, et al. Journal of Cachexia, Sarcopenia, and Muscle. April 2026.

Now that the weather is nice, lots of people are back on the golf course. ⛳

That also means we’ve been seeing more golfer’s elbow.

Golfer’s elbow causes pain on the inside of the elbow and is often linked to repetitive gripping and swinging. While strengthening is important, treatment should not stop at the elbow.

A golf swing is a full-body movement. If the hips, spine, or shoulders are not moving well, extra stress can be transferred into the elbow.

That’s why evaluating the whole movement chain matters. 🏌️

If elbow pain has been affecting your game, call now to book an appointment with our clinic!



Source: See ZH, et al. Complementary Therapies in Medicine. March 2026.

Still struggling with chronic plantar fasciitis? 👣

Plantar fasciitis is often more than just irritation at the bottom of the foot. Tightness in the calf muscles and surrounding tissues can also contribute.

Stretching and strengthening can help, but a recent review found that combining soft-tissue therapy with exercise led to greater improvements in heel pain, foot function, and ankle mobility than exercise alone.

Check out this video to learn more about what we can do at our office! 💪 https://youtu.be/lkPJARZB0qs



Source: Jawade SS, et al. Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy. March 2026.

Feel like your tennis elbow just isn’t getting better? 🎾

What if it’s not actually just tennis elbow?

A recent study found that 44% of patients with persistent tennis elbow symptoms also had radial tunnel syndrome, a condition characterized by irritation of a nerve near the elbow.

This means you could be doing all the “right” exercises, but if a nerve is involved, symptoms may persist.

That’s why getting the right diagnosis matters. 💡

If your elbow pain keeps coming back or isn’t improving, call now to book an appointment with our clinic!



Source: Keles A, et al. American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. May 2025.

Healthways announces the addition of Sara Doll FNP-C, a board-certified family nurse practitioner with over 15 years of experience. Sara provides patient-centered care, focusing on family practice and wellness. Call 701-223-6613 to book an appointment with her.
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