Osteoporosis is a condition that causes bones to be extremely weak and fragile. This can cause bones to fracture after sustaining a fall or even a strong cough. It can cause numerous injuries and can greatly impact the individual’s quality of life.

What is Osteoporosis?

A healthy bone looks very similar to a honeycomb. There are spaces and holes in the bone. Osteoporosis leads to much larger spaces, which can significantly reduce the bone’s density and strength.

What Causes Osteoporosis?

There are many things that can lead to osteoporosis and it tends to be caused by a combination of factors. Some of these things include:

• Age- the older an individual is, the much more likely they are to develop osteoporosis
• Menopause
• Medications
• Diet- a poor diet, especially if it is low in calcium or vitamin D, can lead to osteoporosis
• Sedentary lifestyle- failing to exercise or put weight on your bones can cause them to become weaker and less dense

Is There a Cure for Osteoporosis?

There is no cure for osteoporosis, but there are things that can be done to help improve the symptoms and strengthen the bones. There are certain medications that you can take that will help strengthen your bones. You can also improve your nutrition, implementing calcium and vitamin D to make your bones healthier. Exercising regularly can also help improve your bone’s overall density.

Osteoporosis can greatly affect your quality of life and can cause significant health complications. If you have experienced an injury because of osteoporosis, it is important to seek treatment. A qualified chiropractic service from Grant Chiropractic in Kaysville, UT can help deal with issues caused by osteoporosis.

Problem:  Whiplash, Arrhythmia of the heart, traumatic Brain injuries, neck and spine injuries, broken: ribs, arms, nose, feet and legs often occur by sitting too close to the air bag. Skin can be de-gloved off of your hands and arms.  Even fatalities have occurred.

Have you ever seen anyone relax in the passenger seat with their legs on the dash? Remember there is an air bag there.  Air bags go off in 1/20th of a second; it is literally an explosion in a bag. It occurs with such force and speed that if you are too close, all of the above can happen. If you sit far enough away, the bag will inflate before you get there and slow down motion to reduce your injuries or even save your life.

https://www.nhtsa.gov/equipment/air-bags      See if your airbag has been recalled.

Solution:

• • • Wear your seat belt (this keeps you from getting to the airbag too fast).
    • Sit as far from the air bag as possible to allow the air bag to deploy.
    • Short drivers should move the driver’s seat back and tilt the seat back slightly to allow space between the driver’s chest and the steering wheel.
    • Drivers should refrain from leaning forward.
    • Never put your legs or feet on the dash board.
    • To the extent possible, drivers should hold steering wheels from the side, so that their arms aren’t in the way of the air bag. No more arm cross over to turn corners. Hand position has gone from 10 & 2 to 4 & 8 O’clock position.-NHTSA’s (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)

If you or anyone you know has suffered from an accident, make sure they see a specialist. This information is brought to you by Dr. Todd N. Grant (DC), a trained & certified whiplash specialist serving Kaysville, Layton, Fruit Heights and Farmington in Davis county Utah.  For more information call 801-546-2273 or visit https://www.grantchirocare.com/

Summer is quickly winding down, which means a new school year and sport season is approaching. While active children is undoubtedly a benefit, there’s always a risk of injury. So it’s important to be proactive about your child’s health and prevent long-term issues. Take a look at how chiropractic care can benefit your little athlete.

Chiropractic Care for Young Athletes

Though there is no such thing as a “safe” sport, highly competitive sports, such as football, weightlifting, gymnastics, and wrestling, pose particularly higher risks of injuries, especially among children. Fortunately, chiropractic care can help athlete recover quickly and avoid future injuries.

At-Home Care

To prevent your children from suffering from injuries, muscle cramps, and dehydration, we urge parents to follow these tips.

• Don’t allow your children to skip meals, especially breakfast.
• Encourage your child to drink plenty of water to regulate their body temperature and keep them properly hydrated.
• Have a set bedtime so your child gets an adequate amount of sleep.
• Have your child warm up by stretching.
• Invest in the appropriate gear and equipment to minimize risk of injury.
• Use the RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) method to help heal bruises, sprains, and strains.
• Recognize overuse injuries.

Schedule an Appointment Today

If your child needs chiropractic care after a sports injury, contact Grant Chiropractic today at 801-682-4003. Dr. Grant will give patients a comprehensive evaluation and perform the appropriate chiropractic treatment to promote a quick and safe recovery.