Good posture is a sign of many things; one of those things is a well-functioning brain. The body and central nervous system are connected. Your posture results from a developed proprioception, balance, coordination, and muscle function. What is Proprioception? Proprioception (or kinesthesia) is our perception of our...
If you are living with constant migraines, then you know it's more than just a bad headache. Migraines are neurological conditions that can impact all areas of our lives and our health. June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month. During this time, we must raise...
It's easy for cervical instability to creep into our lives and become a prominent reason for the aches and pains you are experiencing. With the increase in smartphone use, computers, and other technology devices, neck pain has become more common among men and women. What exactly...
Everyone experiences stress, but we all experience that stress in different ways. Stress causes tensions in your life physically, mentally, and emotionally. Learning to cope with our stress in a healthy way can sometimes feel unattainable. April is Stress Awareness Month, and it's important to...
The Cranial nerve is also referred to as the Vagus Nerve. The Latin word Vagus means wandering. This nerve is named because it originates in the medulla part of the brain stem, then winds through the body. Networking the brain with the stomach and digestive...
It might be hard to believe, but the foods you eat can play a significant role in your spinal health. Suppose you've been experiencing spinal problems lately. In that case, getting on track with the proper diet is probably the next step to feeling your...
Every year, the weight-loss industry in the US makes billions of dollars on products and services that range from evidence-based to complete scams that could be detrimental to your health. [caption id="attachment_18859" align="alignnone" width="740"] Photo by Arek Adeoye on Unsplash[/caption] Where to begin?! It can be confusing and...
To put things in simple terms, the sympathetic nervous system can put our body into a "tense" state. It can increase the blood flow to the muscles, stimulate the production of epinephrine and nor-epinephrine, and even increase our heart rate. These are all functions that...
Asheville Chiropractors offer a safe alternative to traditional medicine, but choosing the best Asheville chiropractor for your needs isn't a decision to take lightly. Contrary to common belief, not all chiropractors are the same. Some specialize in corrective care or pain management, while others offer general...
As the the only Asheville Chiropractor Specializing in Atlas Orthogonal Care in Western North Carolina, Dr. David Nygaard specializes in helping people in pain heal by creating a treatment plan specific to them. Using state-of-the-art diagnostic technology, he will examine you to assess the alignment...