Foti Chiropractic

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Soon they will be on the ground though... which means raking!
What a beautiful time of year to watch as the leaves change color and eventually start to fall. Although it means time for raking, it can be a great time of year to get outdoors and when done properly is a great way to get exercise all while getting a healthy dose of vitamin D. So here are some tips to for raking without hurting your back.

Make sure to warm up. This can be a brisk walk around the yard and gathering your supplies
As you are raking make sure to keep your knees slightly bent and step with the rack rather than reaching with your arms and back
Keep your head up and shoulders back. Good posture is always important!
When you do bend to pick of the leaves bend with knees, like a squat, rather than at the waist.
Take breaks to stretch and drink water
If you ever feel pain, make sure to stop. Avoid the five most dangerous words Maybe it will go away

If you feel unusual pain or pain that is not going away, consult with your chiropractor.
In Good Health
Dr Felicia - Dr Hans - Dr David
Contact Foti Chiropractic to feel better about raking leaves, fast, naturally! 414.259.9008 or Email GoodHealth
In March 2009 Foti Chiropractic became Webster Technique Certified
A specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment that reduces interference to the nervous system and balances maternal pelvic muscles and ligaments. This in turn reduces torsion in the uterus, a cause of intra-uterine constraint of the baby and allows for optimal fetal positioning in preparation for birth.
Dr. Larry Webster, Founder of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association discovered this technique as a safe means to restore proper pelvic balance and function for pregnant mothers. In expectant mothers presenting breech, there has been a high reported success rate of the baby turning to the normal vertex position. This technique has been successfully used in women whose babies present transverse and posterior as well. It has also successfully used with twins. Any position of the baby other than ROA may indicate the presence of sacral subluxation and therefore intrauterine constraint. At no time should this technique be interpreted as an obstetric, "breech turning" technique.
Chiropractic Care and Pregnancy at Foti Chiropractic Wauwatosa Wisconsin
Regular chiropractic care is an integral part of the prenatal and postpartum healthcare plan. It helps to keep mom's body feeling AND functioning at its best and assists her in coping with the physical stresses of an ever changing body. Important considerations for a healthy pregnancy and delivery include:
Physical Health During Pregnancy

Dr. Felicia Toy is specializing in pre-natal care and pediatrics chiropractic to help your family grow. Dr. Felicia will work with you on nutrition, exercise, physical health, and elimination of misalignments in the spine. All of this can enhance mom's experience by decreasing pain and/or discomfort and help maintain a stress free environment for you and your baby. Foti Chiropractic can specifically alleviate the uncomfortable symptoms arising from the muscular, ligamentum, and biomechanical stresses encountered during pregnancy. We accomplish this through the use of a number of highly specialized safe and drug-free procedures and techniques, which includes gentle spinal adjustive procedures specifically designed for use in the pregnant female.
Contact Foti Chiropractic for an appointment for Complete pre-natal care and preparation! 414.259.9008 or Email GoodHealth