What Causes Neuropathy and How to Fix It Before Its Too Late!

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Neuropathy is damage, disease, or dysfunction in one or more nerves, especially of the peripheral nervous system (arms and legs). Common symptoms of peripheral neuropathy are burning or shooting pain, numbness, tingling, or muscle weakness. Neuropathy is often degenerative, and is usually caused by injury, infection, disease, drugs, toxins, or vitamin deficiency. Let’s take a look at what the 3 most common causes of neuropathy are.

Diabetes is one of the most common causes of neuropathy. It has been known that two thirds of the population with diabetes are also affected by diabetic neuropathy. Diabetic nerve pain occurs when high blood sugar levels damage the nerves. The nerves’ ability to send signals to other areas of the body are prohibited by high levels of blood sugar. The capillary walls of the blood vessels are also weaker with high blood sugar, this results in the nerves not getting adequate amount of nutrients and oxygen due to lack of blood flow.

Another common cause of neuropathy is vitamin deficiency, more specifically, vitamins such as B1, B6, B12, and vitamin E. Alcoholism is a common reason for vitamin deficient neuropathy. The reason why alcoholism can lead to vitamin deficiency is because it is assumed that they are not eating a complete or healthy diet. Alcohol also effects the body’s ability to absorb vitamin B1. People that have a vegan diet also need to be careful about their vitamin intake. Vitamin B12 is naturally only found in animal-based foods. Vegans are highly encouraged to supplement vitamin B12 into their diet to help avoid vitamin deficient neuropathy.

The third common cause is the herpes zoster virus; the virus that is responsible for chickenpox in kids. This virus lays dormant in the body after adolescence and can be reawakened many years later, due to age or stress, and presents itself as shingles. The virus attacks the nerves and can cause itchiness, rashes, and pain into the nerves.

If the symptoms of neuropathy start to present themselves, it is important to take action as soon as possible before the symptoms progress! Schedule an appointment with us to have a neuropathy exam performed. We will determine if your condition is true neuropathy and come up with a treatment plan for you so we can start to reduce the progression of your neuropathy! Help us help you!

Conquer Cold & Flu Season With Your Immune System

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With “cold and flu season” rapidly approaching, many people start to wonder what steps they can take for themselves and their families to help combat the many viruses that often go around during the fall and winter months.

You often hear the most common approaches; drink lots of water, eat healthy, get some exercise, etc. Although those are beneficial, many people may not be getting the results they want. Have you ever considered visiting a chiropractor to help you fight off the different types of stresses your body may be exposed to?

In this blog, I will introduce the facts as to why chiropractic is so valuable to one’s health and the many ways it can help your body conquer this upcoming cold and flu season!

Torque Release Technique:

The first aspect I want to discuss is the way our office is different than many other offices in the area. We are one of the only offices in Northern California (Rocklin, CA) to practice the Torque Release Technique. This technique provides the body with a tonal adjustment, meaning it will make sure your nerves are communicating at the proper frequency they need to in order for the whole body to function properly.

A good way to think about it is similar to playing an instrument. When your guitar, for example, is out of tune, the notes and chords you play will not sound right, even if you are doing everything else correctly.

The same goes for your body. You could be drinking your water, eating your veggies, everything you’re supposed to do to keep yourself healthy. But, if your nerves are not communicating the way they should be, your body will never truly function at its most optimal level!

Now, think back to the guitar. You notice it’s out of tune so what do you do? Do you just keep playing it, hoping it will magically tune itself? Probably not. You will go and tune the guitar so the music you play sounds nice again. Again, the same thing applies to your body! Once you begin receiving your tonal adjustments and your body is back “in tune”, you will be able to function at your absolute best!

Immune System:

Now that you know how our office compares to others, it’s time to learn about how adjustments can keep you healthy and functioning properly through the fall and winter! The key is in the relationship between the Torque Release Technique, getting regular adjustments, and the immune system itself!

TRT (Torque Release Technique) deals with healing the nervous system and as we know, the nervous system controls all of the other systems in the human body, including the immune system!

The nervous system’s job is to determine what is going on in your environment and then tell your body how to adapt and react to it. If your nervous system is not functioning properly, it can slow the response of the immune system to a negative environment.

However, if your immune system and nervous system are working at their best abilities, your body will be able to better adapt to the stresses that could potentially be in your environment! If your body is able to adapt, it will then develop the ability to defend itself against these stresses, helping to protect you from getting sick!

So, let’s say your nervous system isn’t functioning properly. How is the adjustment going to fix it? Great question. When the doctors use TRT, they are essentially “unblocking” any nerves along the spine that may have subluxations or interferences! These interferences are what decrease the communication between your nerves and the brain.

When the signals are interfered with, the nervous system is unable to tell rest of the body what it needs to be doing. After the doctor delivers the proper adjustment, it is then your body’s turn to recognize the changes and adapt to how you really should be functioning.

Receiving regular adjustments just further helps your body heal itself by removing those subluxations that may pop up in your day-to-day life. Once your body understands and adapts to functioning at the highest level, handling everyday stressors, such as those stresses in our environment, for example, becomes much easier and much more effective!

Conquering the Cold and Flu Season:

If the upcoming cold and flu season causes you to hibernate in fear of catching anything, it is definitely time for you to give chiropractic a shot! Give your body the best chance to defend itself, so you can keep doing the things you love!

Remember the keys to conquering the cold and flu season: stay hydrated, take Vitamin D supplementation, stay active, and GET ADJUSTED! You deserve to live your best life and we want to help you in the journey to get there!

Being Present For Life Experiences

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“You are welcome to get relaxed in room…”

You have just heard those lovely words from the front office staff.  It is now time for your adjustment with Dr. Sahota, awe!  You’ve been waiting for this.  It is your second, third, maybe fourth visit to the office.  You are at Synapse Chiropractic investing on building upon the shift you have so desired to experience in your wellness journey.  You’ve made that life changing decision to show up for yourself in a big way.  To actively change those issues that have been stopping you from living a life you know you are capable of, one in which pain and discomfort are not distracting you from joy, happiness and achieving what is important to you. This is it!

But, wait!  Oh, there it is, that “but.”  What have you been doing since you arrived to the office?  Have you been sitting in the lobby on your phone?  Do you even, really, remember how you arrived to the office, or were you on autopilot the entire drive here? And are you still on that automatic cycle of doing up to this point of being asked to go back to receive your adjustment.  The adjustment that you so look forward to, in the knowing that it is here to restore optimal function to your nervous system, and will you still be engaged in that “doing mode” while receiving your adjustment from Dr. Sahota?

How we arrive can impact our experiences in life.  Not being completely available for those experiences can affect the desired outcome.  The experience itself can only do so much.  Remember the mentioning of your drive to the office.  I think most of us can remember a time when we have driven somewhere and thought, “I don’t even remember how I got here.”  Hmm, that may seem like nothing that needs to be understood, but think for a moment on a drive that was so lost in unawareness that you had driven to another location altogether, an undesired location–going somewhere you didn’t want to go.

When you are fully present for life experiences, opening yourself up for what you desire that experience to be, leaving all that is not what you need or want in that given moment, it is much more likely that the outcome you have now decided to invest in will have the greatest opportunity of arriving and becoming the desirable result of your committed efforts.  This means “realized wellness,” in this example.  Realized wellness is the kind of result that we at Synapse Chiropractic wish to empower, inspire and unleash, in everyone we meet through neurologically based chiropractic care.

Make an appointment to speak with our Wellness Coach if you wish to know more about being in the optimal mindset for your adjustment experience.

3 Top Exercises You’re Doing Wrong in The Gym

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Gym Form, Posture & Positioning

? Learn what mistakes to avoid in the gym, and how to get the most out of your muscles and ligaments with proper form.

In this video, Dr. Sahota talks about gym form, plus how to get Posture and Positioning right when you workout.

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Disclaimer:
Dr. Ranvir Sahota received his doctor of chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic West in San Jose, CA. Prior to starting Synapse Chiropractic he practiced at Southcenter Chiropractic, one of the longest running chiropractic clinics in Washington State. Dr. Sahota has extensive post-graduate training in corrective care, pediatrics, and pregnant women. His knowledge and experience with pregnant women and children allow him to provide the highest quality care. He has had extensive training and is a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. He is also certified in Websters Technique, the International College of Applied Kinesiology and utilizes Torque Release Technique. Dr. Sahota is passionate about educating and supporting families in his community through specific chiropractic care so that babies, children, and adults may live a life of greater health. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Sahota is a licensed chiropractor in Rocklin, California. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Sahota and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Dr. Ranvir Sahota, D.C., and Synpase Chiropractic are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any other information, services or product you obtain through this video or site.

How to Minimize Body Stress on The Road

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If you’ve ever driven a vehicle, then this is a must watch video for you!

In this video, Dr. Sahota gives you the top tips to keep your body happy while driving.

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Dr. Sahota

 

Disclaimer:
Dr. Ranvir Sahota received his doctor of chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic West in San Jose, CA. Prior to starting Synapse Chiropractic he practiced at Southcenter Chiropractic, one of the longest running chiropractic clinics in Washington State. Dr. Sahota has extensive post-graduate training in corrective care, pediatrics, and pregnant women. His knowledge and experience with pregnant women and children allow him to provide the highest quality care. He has had extensive training and is a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. He is also certified in Websters Technique, the International College of Applied Kinesiology and utilizes Torque Release Technique. Dr. Sahota is passionate about educating and supporting families in his community through specific chiropractic care so that babies, children, and adults may live a life of greater health. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Sahota is a licensed chiropractor in Rocklin, California. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Sahota and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Dr. Ranvir Sahota, D.C., and Synpase Chiropractic are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any other information, services or product you obtain through this video or site.

3 Top Pregnancy Exercises For a Resilient Pelvis

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3 of the best exercises that you can start doing early in your pregnancy in order to avoid aches and pains later on.

In this video, Dr. Sahota demonstrates 3 exercises that you can start doing early in your pregnancy in order to avoid aches and pains later on.

Allow your pelvis to adapt to the changes that are going on during pregnancy

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Disclaimer:
Dr. Ranvir Sahota received his doctor of chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic West in San Jose, CA. Prior to starting Synapse Chiropractic he practiced at Southcenter Chiropractic, one of the longest running chiropractic clinics in Washington State. Dr. Sahota has extensive post-graduate training in corrective care, pediatrics, and pregnant women. His knowledge and experience with pregnant women and children allow him to provide the highest quality care. He has had extensive training and is a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. He is also certified in Websters Technique, the International College of Applied Kinesiology and utilizes Torque Release Technique. Dr. Sahota is passionate about educating and supporting families in his community through specific chiropractic care so that babies, children, and adults may live a life of greater health. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Sahota is a licensed chiropractor in Rocklin, California. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Sahota and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Dr. Ranvir Sahota, D.C., and Synpase Chiropractic are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any other information, services or product you obtain through this video or site.

5 Key Travel Tips You Can Follow Today

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5 Key Travel Tips for a Great Trip

Watch Dr. Sahota demonstrate simple and effective travel tips that will minimize the discomfort of travelling or commuting!

Make sure that your pockets are completely empty before you have a seat

Keep your head up against the head rest for as long as possible

Don’t slouch!

Focus on circulation in your body

Get MOVEMENT whenever you can, and you’ll be a lot better off when travelling.

Tip: Get a travel pillow!

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Disclaimer:
Dr. Ranvir Sahota received his doctor of chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic West in San Jose, CA. Prior to starting Synapse Chiropractic he practiced at Southcenter Chiropractic, one of the longest running chiropractic clinics in Washington State. Dr. Sahota has extensive post-graduate training in corrective care, pediatrics, and pregnant women. His knowledge and experience with pregnant women and children allow him to provide the highest quality care. He has had extensive training and is a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. He is also certified in Websters Technique, the International College of Applied Kinesiology and utilizes Torque Release Technique. Dr. Sahota is passionate about educating and supporting families in his community through specific chiropractic care so that babies, children, and adults may live a life of greater health. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Sahota is a licensed chiropractor in Rocklin, California. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Sahota and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Dr. Ranvir Sahota, D.C., and Synpase Chiropractic are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or any other information, services or product you obtain through this video or site.

Simple Stretches That You Can Do To Relieve A Stiff Neck

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Do You Have a Stiff Neck?

Most stiff necks occur from incorrect sleeping habits, however, staying in any position too long with a forward head posture can also lead to neck stiffness and pain.

Never “roll” your neck

You must avoid “rolling” your neck, because it is not a natural motion.

Rolling the neck cannot help alleviate neck stiffness or strain, and may even cause further discomfort.

How to property stretch your neck

The key is to work on stretching your neck in movements and motions that occur on a regular basis.

Watch the video above for examples on how to relieve a stiff neck fast!

The sooner you can make corrective changes to the muscle, the quicker the recovery.

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Dr. Sahota

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