Look both ways when you cross the street. That adage has been ingrained in most of us since we first started walking. But during daylight saving time changes, perhaps the saying should be—look both ways when you cross the street… and then look again! Your Dallas chiropractor can help if you are a pedestrian injured as a result of a car accident, but the sad truth is that more pedestrians are killed by cars at the time when we change the clocks. Read on to learn more.

If you suffer from back pain, then there are risk factors that you can control. For example, you can watch what you eat so you don’t gain too much weight. Be aware of your posture and stand up straight. Also, you can try different sleep positions to see which one is best for your back. One factor you cannot control is your height, and tall individuals may be more susceptible to back pain. If this is you, then schedule a consultation with a Dallas chiropractor. A treatment plan that includes chiropractic care, exercise and massage therapy can be very helpful.

(more…)

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that December 23^rd and 24^th are two of the four deadliest days on American roadways. (The other two are July 3^rd and 4^th). Everyone is in a hurry to rush home with their packages so the fact that the roads are more dangerous should come as no surprise. With that in mind, your Dallas chiropractor would like to offer a few tips on how you can protect yourself and your family this holiday season.

(more…)

If you’ve sustained an injury at work, then you might wish you could go back and do something different. You know—like not leave that file box in the path you take to your desk. But since you can’t actually go back to undo an accident, why not take a few precautions ahead of time? Dr. Zinovy Chukhman, your Dallas chiropractor, has these safety tips to offer.

(more…)

The start of another school year is just around the corner in North Texas. So if you find yourself in the backpack aisle of the store, your Dallas chiropractor wants you to keep in mind some important things—in addition to which action figure or movie character your child’s backpack features. Children are susceptible to back pain, too, and one of the best ways to avoid that is by making sure they are wearing their backpacks correctly. Read on to learn seven safety tips to help your children carry the load without injury.

(more…)

With the start of school, traffic necessarily slows. There are school zones, school buses, carpool lines, bikers and walkers all headed to elementary, middle and high schools throughout North Texas. Your job as a driver is to watch out for the safety of others and avoid being involved in an accident. Here are some important tips on how to do just that from Dr. Zinovy Chukhman, your Dallas chiropractor.

(more…)