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All The Right Curves: The Arc of Life [Align Your Health: Episode 43]

All The Right Curves: The Arc of Life [Align Your Health: Episode 43]

Dr. Ryan and Ashley Berlin discuss the spinal curvatures. Research suggests you live up to 15 years longer and healthier if your curves are healthy. The Archives of Internal Medicine published a study saying the worse our spine gets the more likely we are to die of any organ related disease. Curves matter, here’s why…

Osteoarthritis: Go get the oil can! (oil me) [Align Your Health: Episode 23]

Dr. Ryan and Ashley Berlin discuss osteoarthritis (OA). Specifically in the spine osteoarthritis eventually becomes debilitating but we often don’t even feel or recognize the initial onset. Kind of like a dental cavity, by the time you feel it…the problem may be severe. How do you avoid looking hunched-over, immobile and unhealthy like your grandma.

Degenerative Disc Disease: Budged, Herniated, Sequestered, Fused [Align Your Health: Episode 22]

Degenerative Disc Disease: Budged, Herniated, Sequestered, Fused [Align Your Health: Episode 22]

Dr. Ryan and Ashley Berlin discuss Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD). What is a degenerative disc. What is the difference between a budged, herniated, sequestered disc? Can they heal and repair? When is it time for surgery? Can chiropractic help? Is degeneration really a disease? We also share some real life patient testimonials.