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The truth is . . . that life can be very stressful, compressive, challenging, draining and downright depressing at times. More people are suffering from stress and anxiety related disorders today than ever before, and it's having a significantly debilitating effect on our health! Mental strength and health, fostered by healthy thoughts and beliefs which promote feelings of faith, hope, love is attainable, despite any of the multitudinous negative circumstances we face as humans. It comes down to our focus and how our focus affects our "state" of mind, which ultimately affects our healthy living choices. In my effort to promote happiness and successful living through achieving optimal health . . . I offer you, my precious readers, the following . . .    Famous People Say: “Courage and perseverance have a magical talisman, before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish into air.” ~ John Quincy Adams

Mental Attitude: Rheumatic Diseases Increase Dementia Risk.  Using data from the Taiwan National Health Insurance Research Database, researchers report that patients with either Sjögren's syndrome, systemic lupus erythematosus, osteoarthritis, or psoriatic arthritis have an elevated risk for developing dementia. The research team is unsure why patients with rheumatic diseases have a higher risk for dementia but suggest that increased inflammation may be a contributing factor.  International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases, December 2017 Health Alert: Traffic Pollution Poses Health Risks to Unborn Babies.  Air pollution caused by road traffic is having a detrimental impact on the health of unborn babies in London. In a new study, researchers found a link between increases in fine particulate matter from road traffic and a 2-6% increased risk of low birth weight and a 1-3% increased risk of being small for gestational age. The researchers note their findings are most likely applicable to other cities with similar pollution and they call for environmental health policies to improve air quality in these areas.  BMJ, December 2017 Diet: Drinking Soda During Pregnancy May Boost Odds of Asthma in Kids.  Children are more likely to develop asthma if their moms consumed sugary drinks during their pregnancy. An analysis of data on 1,068 mother-child pairs from a long-term study revealed that expectant mothers who drink two or more sugary beverages per day are up to 63% more likely to have a son or daughter with asthma than women who refrain from such beverages.  Annals of the American Thoracic Society, December 2017 Exercise: Staying Fit Cuts Diabetes Risk.  Japanese researchers followed 7,804 adult males for over 20 years and found that those with higher fitness levels throughout the course of the study had up to a 53% lower risk for developing diabetes in comparison with participants who led mostly sedentary lives.  Journal of Epidemiology, December 2017 Chiropractic: Heel Posture Plays Role in Back Pain.  A recent study set out to investigate the influence of calcaneal (heel) position on the pelvic and trunk alignment of ten healthy subjects. Using 3-D motion analysis, the researchers found that calcaneal inversion (commonly seen among those with a high arch) can affect the alignment of the pelvic and trunk, increasing the risk for back pain. The findings reveal the importance evaluating the foot and ankle when assessing low back pain patients.  Journal of Physical Therapy and Science, November 2017 Wellness/Prevention: Managing Seasonal Affective Disorder.  Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression triggered by decreased exposure to daylight, which makes it more common in winter months. Common symptoms include feeling down, having low energy, sleeping a lot, and craving sweet or starchy foods. To help manage SAD, the National Sleep Foundation suggests the following: expose yourself to more daylight by going for a walk outside during the day or buy an artificial light source that mimics sunlight; consume a healthy diet; stay active during the winter months; and seek professional counseling if you have difficulty managing the feelings of SAD.  National Sleep Foundation, November 2017 For additional information on natural solutions for healthy living, back pain, neck pain, joint pain, sciatica, bulging discs, herniated discs, ruptured discs, degenerated discs, peripheral compression neuropathy, and even osteoporosis reversal utilizing the most advanced physical and regenerative medicine procedures, including True Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression with the DRX9000 in Chula Vista and San Diego, contact our offices directly at: 619-472-2225 and one of our friendly South Coast Spine Center Representatives will help you get started on your way to optimal health and pain-free living once again, . . . without needle injections, . . . without surgery . . . without pain! Yours in excellent health . . . through non-surgical, non-invasive, evidence based regenerative medicine! Dr. Bruce Bell, DC, QME, CCSP® Doctor of Chiropractic Qualified Medical Evaluator Board Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician/Practitioner® American Academy of Spine Physicians SOUTH COAST SPINE CENTER 1750 E. PALOMAR STREET, SUITE 7 CHULA VISTA, CA 91913 TEL: 619-472-2225 FAX: 866-590-2183 www.SouthCoastSpine.com www.SanDiegoDRX.com www.XLR8Fitness.com www.ChulaVistaDRX.com www.BackPainTreatmentSanDiego.com

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For additional information on natural alternatives for healthy living, back pain, neck pain, joint pain, sciatica and peripheral neuropathy relief utilizing the most advanced evidenced based alternative medicine protocols physical medicine procedures, including True Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression with the Chula Vista DRX9000 Specialists in Eastalke, Chula Vista, Otay Ranch, and all of San Diego, contact our offices directly at: 619-472-2225 and one of our friendly South Coast Spine Center Representatives will help you get started on your way to optimal health and pain-free living once again! Read more →

San Diego and Chula Vista Residents of Eastlake and Otay Ranch, How Much Is Your Health Worth?

For additional information on natural alternatives for healthy living, back pain, neck pain, joint pain, sciatica and peripheral neuropathy relief utilizing the most advanced evidenced based alternative medicine protocols physical medicine procedures, including True Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression with the Chula Vista DRX9000 Specialists in Eastalke, Otay Ranch, and all of San Diego, contact our offices directly at: 619-472-2225 and one of our friendly South Coast Spine Center Representatives will help you get started on your way to optimal health and pain-free living once again! Read more →

Healthy Living in Eastlake, Otay Ranch and Chula Vista

For more information on our regenerative medicine based procedures for severe lower back pain, neck pain, sciatica, spinal stenosis, herniated disc, and peripheral neuropathy, and to find out if you or a loved one may qualify for our care, simply call; 619-472-2225 and ask for our complementary DRX Discovery visit. You will be asked some questions, and if you qualify, you'll be scheduled to meet with one of our spine specialists free of charge when you mention this blog. Read more →

Chula Vista Whiplash Expert Explains Importance of Proper Care for Whiplash

Whiplash is a significant connective tissue injury to the neck due to the extremely fast and powerful forces of motor vehicle collision. It often results in a "compressive ramping" effect that can cause disc injuries in the form of herniation, protrusion, annular tears, subligamentous extrusion and nerve root damage in addition to tearing of muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Read more →

Eastlake Residents Find Back Pain Relief and Optimal Health at the South Coast Spine Center

Residents of Eastlake, Otay Ranch, Chula Vista, the SouthBay and all of San Diego have been finding relief of back pain, neck pain, sciatica, spinal stenosis and peripheral neuropathy without the use of drugs or surgery at the SouthCoastSpineCenter for more than 8 years now. Studies have proven that chronic pain leads to other significant health risks ranging from heart disease to depression, especially when the pain involves the back or neck. However, the really good news is that relieving pain is just the beginning of our patients' life changing journey to optimal health. Once our patients are out of pain, they are guided through a process of advanced physical rehabilitation that is unparalleled in our community. This is a result of having evidence based procedures and techniques that come from over 30 years of experience and Board Certification as a Sports Medicine Phsician and Spine Sepecialist. Our patients benefit from the most advanced Physical Medicine procedures available under one roof, combined with the knowledge, skills and experience of caring health professionals who have made "Relieving Pain and Restoring Lives" their life's mission. Here below are some helpful facts that might provide you, our readers, with the tools you need to improve your "Health Wealth" starting today! Read more →

Chula Vista Back Pain Relief and Optimal Health Tips from the South Coast Spine Center

Resolving chronic and severe lower back and neck pain is the primary focus of our practice. However, helping our patients achieve optimal health is also a vitally important part of our mission and purpose. Right thinking, adequate sleep, breaking toxic and self destructive habits, eating wisely, proper exercise in the form of stretching, balance, resistance and concentration as found in Yoga, and of course proper spinal hygiene gained from chiropractic spinal alignment and mobilization are all important components of achieving optimal health. Here are some quick "evidence based" principles that can help. Choose one or more and begin to apply it, and watch your "health wealth" grow! Read more →

DRX9000 On National Network News

Portions of our treatments and procedures have been featured on major network news across the country. Here is a clip from an NBC station in Saginaw, MI. To see more major network newsclips, log onto our website by clicking here, or log onto: http://southcoastspine.com/DRX9000_Network_News_Reports.html Read more →

San Diego Neurosurgeon Confirms Healing of Herniated Cervical Disc

Successful Results at the South Coast Spine Center Confirmed by Prominent San Diego Neurosurgeon It's always our honor to help our patients recover from debilitating pain, and see their lives restored to normal. It's extra special when we are able to obtain objective confirmation from highly respected medical specialists. This South Coast Spine Center DRX Success story is confirmed by Pre and Post treatment MRI's and the in depth neurosurgical evaluation by one of San Diego's top Neurosurgeons. Please read the inspiring story of Oscar Romero and know that spine surgery can be avoided in certain cases. Read more →

Thinking Spine Surgery for Disc Herniation? Think Again . . .

A recent study on lower back surgery demonstrated discouraging results regarding returning to gainful employment. The study showed that of those patients who chose spine surgery over non-surgical intervention, only 26% of the spine surgery patients returned to work, compared to 67% of the non-surgical group. Read more →

Going Healthy "Green" On St. Patricks Day . . . And Every Day!

Going Green On St. Patrick's Day . . . on the inside as well as on the outside! Eating green foods all day long is one way to get healthy, . . . while taking a tasty, superfood supplement that exceeds the ADA guidelines for greens just once in the morning is my strategy for super health, super energy, and super living! Check out Greens First on our blog and website! www.SouthCoastSpine.com Read more →