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.

Spring is a great time to hit the refresh button, especially on your health. While there’s never a wrong time to start a chiropractic care, getting started after several months of cold winter months can give your spine and joint a little TLC. Take a look at why you should take care of your health this spring with the help of chiropractic care.

How Chiropractic Care Can Get You Ready for Spring

Eases current aches and pains

Before you jump into your cleaning tasks, it’s crucial to work out current aches and pains so you don’t reinjure yourself. One of the main causes of aches in pain in the human body can be traced to improper alignment of the vertebrae in your spinal column, otherwise known as a subluxation. Through carefully applied pressure, massage, and manual manipulation of the vertebrae and joints, pressure and irritation on the nerves is relieved and joint mobility is restored, allowing your body to return to its natural state of balance, called homeostasis.

Boosts your immune system

It’s important to have a strong immune system before dealing with germs. Chiropractic care not only eases aches and pain, it may also boost your immune system by improving the health of the spin and improving the central nervous system.

Treats Illnesses

Our patients who suffer from chronic headaches, sinus problems, high blood pressure, ear infections, leg pain, arthritis, and several other illnesses have reported significant relief after seeking chiropractic treatment.

Eases Knee Pain

Spring cleaning sometimes requires getting on your hands and knee, which can lead to wear and tear.  Alternative treatment methods such as chiropractic care can improve the knee’s range of motion, decrease inflammation, and reduce pain.

Schedule an Appointment Today

If you’re ready to beat the winter blues and give your health a boost this spring, 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.