Travel is one of life’s simple pleasures—whether you’re heading north for a Pure Michigan weekend, visiting loved ones, or flying out for a much‑needed break. But long stretches behind the wheel or hours in a cramped airplane seat can secretly wear down your body if you’re not intentional. From a chiropractic standpoint, a bit of planning and a few healthy habits can mean the difference between arriving energized or starting your trip feeling stiff, sore, and worn out.

Here are practical ways to drive and fly more safely while keeping your spine, joints, and overall health in good working order.

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Topics: low back pain, pain, ATM2, neck pain, Chiroractic Adjustment, Self-Care, chiropractic care, Travel Tips, Travel

No matter how stressful your day has been, and in spite of whatever personal issues you may be going through, it is still important to take the time to pay attention to and take care of yourself, both mentally and physically. Far from a demonstration of weakness, making time for self-care — which is especially important for people in high-stress jobs or the military — is one of the best decisions you can make. Self-care can allow you to feel better about yourself while being able to get more work done and generally make the most of your time.

Below are some helpful self-care strategies to help you get started.

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Topics: Neurofeedback, Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback, Healthy Eating, Good Sleep, Self-Care, Balanced Well-Being

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Self-care is a phrase frequently talked about but rarely understood. We all seem to have plenty of time for stress, but never enough for self-care. A healthy, happy life requires we find a balance between managing care for others while prioritizing care for ourselves.

No matter what takes center stage in your life— family responsibilities, work deadlines or end-of-semester finals— you will be better equipped to everything that comes your way if you are also taking the time to care for yourself. Here are a few ways you can sneak self-care into your everyday routine.

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Topics: chronic pain, Insomnia, Neurofeedback, brain map, Sleep, Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback, Self-Care