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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
Mar 11, 20213 min read
why NOT to use rest after an injury?
.Why you won't see us prescribe rest often after an injury? The docs at Performance Health rarely prescribe rest when it comes to an...
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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
Feb 9, 20215 min read
What is TMJ and How we can fix it!
What is TMJ? TMJ refers to the temporomandibular joint aka your jaw! This joint is the point where the mandible (jaw bone) joins the...
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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
Jan 27, 20216 min read
Should Pain be Expected when Expecting?
Pregnancy by definition is a span of about 9 months in which a woman’s body undergoes many, many changes-- some changes being more...
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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
Jan 13, 20217 min read
Injury Prevention for Running
It’s January, the beginning of the new year and I’m sure you have made some fitness goals to kick off the new year. That’s great! Are you...
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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
Dec 11, 20204 min read
Diaphragmatic Breathing. What’s all the huff and puff about?
Let’s start with the basics, what is your diaphragm? It is a large, dome-shaped muscle located at the base of the lungs. It’s the...
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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
Aug 11, 20203 min read
Low Back Pain and Hip Hinges, how do they go together?
The Hip Hinge is the most important movement to master when treating low back pain. By keeping movement at our hips and center of gravity...
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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
Jul 8, 20202 min read
Golfers Active Warm Up
Active Golfers Warm Up
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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
May 29, 20203 min read
Top 5 things Dr. Kristen Does to Manage Stress
Dr. Kristen West Chester Chiropractor shares 5 Tips for Managing Stress during these uncertain times.
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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
Apr 13, 20206 min read
Running Injury Prevention Strategies
Running has become one of the most common forms of physical activity so lets prevent the injuries that come with it.
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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
Mar 26, 20202 min read
Work From Home Desk Set Up
I've talked about proper work ergonomics and workstation set ups before. What we haven't talked about is proper work ergonomics when...
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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
Jan 17, 20203 min read
Your Chiropractor + Your Dentist + Your TMJ
Let's talk TMJ assessment and treatment from your dentist and a chiropractor! Listen to a local dentist and myself discuss TMJ.
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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
Jan 14, 20203 min read
Understanding Pain: Why do we “pick the scab?”
Many back pain suffersers would experience a huge breakthrough in their recovery if they only realized that it is their flawed movements
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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
Jan 9, 20207 min read
Understanding and Managing Neck Pain
Neck pain is shockingly common in our society, and understanding the causes and prevention of it will go a long way.
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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
Nov 26, 20194 min read
Healthy Desk Sitting
Healthy Desk Sitting. Haven't you heard that sitting is the new smoking? Lets make it as healthy as we can!
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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
Nov 21, 20193 min read
Quick Tips for Traveling this Holiday Season
Quick tips for avoiding neck and low back pain when traveling this holiday season.
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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
Nov 6, 20193 min read
Preventing Low Back Pain
We know that about 80% of Americans suffer from debilitating low back pain at some point in their life. This fact is staggering, yet it...
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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
Oct 22, 20197 min read
Common Low Back Conditions
The keys to prevention of low back pain is understanding your symptoms and risk factors. Learn about the most common conditions.
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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
Oct 8, 20194 min read
Evaluate, Fix, Prevent
As a patient, you are being let down by your healthcare providers. Find out how to be an informed patient and seek what you deserve.
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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
Sep 13, 20196 min read
Mattress Buying Tips
Is it time for a new mattress? There are so many options out there how do you now what mattress to buy?
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Kristen Zumberger DC, FIAMA
Sep 13, 20193 min read
Is The Way You Sleep Hurting You?
Is the way you sleeping helping or hurting your pain? Check out these tips and tricks for sleep positions!
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