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# Essence of Wellness Chiropactic Center - Eaton, Ohio

Chiropractic, Massage Therapy, Nutrition, Exercise and Wellness in Eaton, Ohio (Preble County)

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- [Blog](https://essenceofwellness.com/blog/) - This is the blog page for Essence of Wellness Chiropractic Center. Here you will find evidence-based chiropractic, nutrition and lifestyle information.
- [Ultra-processed foods and your health](https://essenceofwellness.com/ultra-processed-foods-and-your-health/) - Have you heard of ultra-processed foods (UPF's)? Real-world data suggest that more than half of daily energy intake is coming from processed and ultra-processed foods in most western countries (Elfadil et al, 2021). This high consumption of processed foods is of concern, given laboratory and epidemiological studies' findings that prove overwhelming harms of processed foods
- [Chiropractic and Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain](https://essenceofwellness.com/chiropractic-and-chronic-musculoskeletal-pain/) - Musculoskeletal pain (MSP) is a challenging situation for both patients and doctors. Many adults have experienced one or more episodes of musculoskeletal pain at some time of their lives. Of those with MSP, about 39-45% have long-lasting problems that require health care consultation. Musculoskeletal pain can negatively affect quality of life and impose significant socioeconomic
- [Food and Diet Related Inflammation in Children and Adolescents](https://essenceofwellness.com/food-and-diet-related-inflammation-in-children-and-adolescents/) - Inflammation is a bodily response to damage of cells and tissues. It is designed to protect us from bacteria, viruses and infections by eliminating pathogens, promoting cellular repair and restoring homeostatic conditions. However, a prolonged inflammatory state through chronic low-grade inflammation has negative effects, including irreparable damage to tissues and organs, and increased risk of
- [Children, Headaches and Chiropractic](https://essenceofwellness.com/children-headaches-and-chiropractic/) - Children with recurrent headaches who received chiropractic spinal manipulation experienced fewer days with headaches compared with children receiving sham manipulation. Since the treatment is easily applicable, of low cost and with no or only mild side effects, chiropractic spinal manipulation might be considered as a valuable treatment option for children with recurrent headache. Considering the
- [Welcome Sarah Hanson, Licensed Massage Therapist to the Essence of Wellness Team](https://essenceofwellness.com/welcome-sarah-hanson-licensed-massage-therapist-to-the-essence-of-wellness-team/) - We are excited to announce Sarah Hanson, LMT has joined the EOW team. Sarah Hanson, LMT is a graduate of the Dayton School of Medical Massage. She is licensed with the Ohio State Medical Board. Through massage therapy she brings relaxation, healing and wellness to your body. Sarah loves to incorporate several techniques such as compression, cross-fiber friction,
- [A Natural Approach to Pain Relief](https://essenceofwellness.com/a-natural-approach-to-pain-relief/) - In this video Dr. Dean Smith discusses a natural approach to pain relief with emphasis on lifestyle. This a broad overview of how nutrition, exercise, sleep, smoking, stress, chiropractic and other factors can influence our pain. Below are some practical resources to help you implement some of the pain relieving strategies discussed in the video:
- [Myofascial Trigger Points - Definition, Importance and Self-Care](https://essenceofwellness.com/myofascial-trigger-points-definition-importance-and-self-care/) - What are myofascial trigger points? These are tender and tight spots within your muscles (Figure 1). Trigger points are linked to a condition called myofascial pain or myofascial pain syndrome (MPS). While MPS is commonly accepted among clinicians, there is still debate about how to define MPS and what causes it. Myofascial pain is prevalent
- [Craniosacral Therapy for Chronic Pain](https://essenceofwellness.com/craniosacral-therapy-for-chronic-pain/) - Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a gentle hands-on technique that works with the soft tissue structures of the body aiming to release restrictions around the spinal cord and brain and subsequently restore body function (1). The craniosacral system is defined as a recognized, functioning physiological system, including the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) surrounding the spinal
- [Chiropractic Benefits Workers and the Workplace](https://essenceofwellness.com/chiropractic-benefits-for-workers-and-the-workplace/) - Chiropractors can help benefit workers and their workplace by contributing to improved outcomes, reduced costs and reduced surgeries. Here are some key points regarding chiropractic and workers in the workplace: Workers whose first health care visit for the injury was to a doctor of chiropractic had substantially better outcomes (1) Overall, cost comparison studies from
- [Migraine Headaches? Why Behaviors Matter.](https://essenceofwellness.com/migraine-headaches-why-behaviors-matter/) - Migraine is a common and disabling condition characterized by nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and sound, head pain on one side, and attacks that are of moderate to severe pain. These migraines are diagnosed when an individual has experienced at least five of these attacks in his or her lifetime. Episodic migraine is characterized by
- [Two Major Studies on Chiropractic for Low Back Pain](https://essenceofwellness.com/two-major-studies-on-chiropractic-for-low-back-pain/) - Two major studies on chiropractic for low back pain have been published already in 2018. One study was published in the Spine Journal and the other published in JAMA. These studies are significant because of their findings and their research design. The results from the pragmatic trial (Goertz et al) indicate that chiropractic care, when
- [Muscle, Strength Training and Healthy Aging](https://essenceofwellness.com/muscle-strength-training-and-healthy-aging/) - Muscle health and physical activity are very important factors to support healthy aging. It is well known that people of all ages benefit from regular physical activity. Exercise reduces the risk of coronary heart disease, hypertension, certain kinds of cancer, type 2 diabetes, and many other chronic diseases. However, muscular strength is an important component
- [Why Adults Choose Chiropractic and How Important Is It to Them?](https://essenceofwellness.com/1796-2/) - There is a growing trend of chiropractic use in adults. In a recent survey of US adults who used chiropractic services, back pain (63.0%) and neck pain (30.2%) were the most prevalent health problems for chiropractic consultations and the majority of users reported chiropractic helping a great deal with their health problem and improving overall
- [Massage and Tension Headaches](https://essenceofwellness.com/massage-and-tension-headaches/) - Headache? Those with tension type headache (TTH) describe them as pressure or tension, tightening pain in the head that is generally on both sides of the head and not aggravated by usual physical activity. Tenderness around the head may also occur. Did you know that tension type headache is the most common headache disorder in
- [Reversing Type 2 Diabetes](https://essenceofwellness.com/1777-2/) - No more Type 2 diabetes. Learn how with Dr. Sarah Hallberg. Can a person be "cured" of Type 2 Diabetes? Dr. Sarah Hallberg provides compelling evidence that it can, and the solution is simpler than you might think. "Stop using medicine to treat food". https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=da1vvigy5tQ Recently, there has been an increase in the research
- [Exercise in the Prevention and Treatment of Almost Every Chronic Disease](https://essenceofwellness.com/exercise-prevention-treatment-almost-every-chronic-disease/) - Exercise may be described as a 'polypill' to prevent and/or treat almost every chronic disease, with obvious benefits such as its low cost and practical lack of adverse effects. As opposed to exercise though, no drug intervention has proven efficient to maintain muscle fitness, a key factor to ensure independent living throughout all stages of life.
- [Cindy Schneider, Occupational Therapist is a Participating Provider for Medicare](https://essenceofwellness.com/cindyschneidernowparticipatingmedicare/) - Cindy Schneider, Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) is now a participating provider for Medicare in our office. To book an appointment with Cindy, please call our office at (937) 456-4555. Cindy Schneider, OTR/L – an Occupational Therapist who has worked in the area of Health and Wellness for most of her career. Her philosophy is based on
- [Exercise for the Prevention of Low Back Pain](https://essenceofwellness.com/1632-2/) - Exercise alone has been shown to reduce the risk of low back pain (LBP) by 33% and exercise combined with education by 27% says a new review study. The severity of LBP and disability from LBP were also lower in the exercise groups compared to control groups. Interestingly, the results were not changed by excluding
- [Physical Inactivity in Chronic Diseases](https://essenceofwellness.com/physical-inactivity-chronic-diseases/) - Would it surprise you to know that physical inactivity is an actual contributing cause to at least 35 unhealthy conditions, including the majority of the 10 leading causes of death in the U.S.? Well, it is true. Importantly, physical inactivity, itself, often plays an independent role as a direct cause of speeding the losses of
- [Welcome Back Cindy Schneider, OTR/L - Occupational Therapist](https://essenceofwellness.com/welcome-back-cindy-schneider-otrl/) - Cindy Schneider, OTR/L Please help us welcome back to Essence of Wellness Chiropractic Center, Cindy Schneider, OTR/L - an Occupational Therapist who has worked in the area of Health and Wellness for most of her career. She will be joining us later this month. Her philosophy is based on Holistic Health. She uses “hands on
- [Chiropractic and Manual Therapy for Tension Headache](https://essenceofwellness.com/manualtherapytensionheadache/) - Manual therapy consisting of spinal manipulation, mobilization, soft-tissue therapy, or exercise is more effective than medication in the short term and as effective as medication long-term for muscle tension-type headaches. One of the most common physical interventions for headache management is manual therapy (MT) including chiropractic adjustments or 'spinal manipulation', joint and spinal mobilization, therapeutic
- [High Carbohydrate Intake Associated with Higher Death Risk](https://essenceofwellness.com/highercarbohydratehigherdeath/) - A study published a few days ago in the Lancet found that high carbohydrate intake was associated with higher risk of total mortality, fats including saturated and unsaturated fatty acids were associated with lower risk of total mortality and stroke. The authors note that current guidelines recommend a low fat diet (<30% of energy) and
- [Healthy Living - The Solution for Poor Health](https://essenceofwellness.com/healthy-living-solution-poor-health/) - Cancer, heart disease, diabetes, pulmonary disease...The chronic disease crisis we currently face must be addressed in rapid fashion. Cardiovascular (CV) and pulmonary diseases, diabetes as well as several forms of cancer are leading causes of poor health and death around the world. These conditions have a significant impact on the quality of life of individuals,
- [Fruits for Prevention and Treatment of Cardiovascular Diseases](https://essenceofwellness.com/fruits-for-prevention-and-treatment-of-cardiovascular-diseases/) - Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are the leading cause of death worldwide. Diet comprises a mixture of food compounds that have a significant influence on human health. Accumulating population based studies have indicated that consuming fruits is inversely related to the risk of CVDs. Important experimental studies have supported the protective role of fruits against CVDs, and
- [Massage Therapy in Children with Asthma](https://essenceofwellness.com/massage-therapy-children-asthma/) - According to a new scientific review, from Chinese authors, massage therapy can help asthma and significantly improve pulmonary function in children. The authors of the study evaluated the efficacy of massage, a traditional treatment method of traditional Chinese medicine on children with asthma. Fourteen studies with 1299 patients were included in the meta-analysis. Compared with
- [Massage in the Promotion of Health and Well-Being of Older People](https://essenceofwellness.com/massage-promotion-health-well-older-people/) - Globally, the proportion of people over 65 years is rapidly rising. Increased longevity means older people may experience a rise in physiological and psychological health problems. These issues potentially place an increased demand for quality care for the older person. Complementary approaches such as massage appear to be needed in quality residential care. Pain is a
- [Feed Your Destiny and Fight Pain](https://essenceofwellness.com/feed-your-destiny/) - We see in practice every day that lifestyle is related to pain - and fortunately this means that there is much that can be done to reduce pain without drugs or surgery. The latest findings on the role of nutrition and nutraceuticals, microbiome, obesity, soy, omega-3 fatty acids, and curcumin supplementation as key elements in modulating
- [Spices for Prevention and Treatment of Cancers](https://essenceofwellness.com/spices-prevention-treatment-cancers/) - While prescription drugs have their value, we should not overlook the well-documented, non-toxic and inexpensive healing properties of food. As an individual we consume food several times a day without a complete understanding of the scope of its qualities. As part of a daily diet, food plays a significant role in helping our bodies function at their
- [Physical activity for prevention of cardiovascular disease](https://essenceofwellness.com/physical-activity/) - "Three-quarters of deaths due to cardiovascular diseases could be prevented with adequate changes in lifestyle, including increased daily physical activity. New evidence confirms that there is an inverse dose-response relationship between physical activity and cardiovascular disease and mortality risk. However, participation in moderate to vigorous physical activity may not fully attenuate the independent effect of
- [Massage Therapy Gift Certificates Available](https://essenceofwellness.com/massage-therapy-gift-certificates-available/) - Give someone (or yourself) the gift of a massage this holiday season. Gift certificates for a 1 hour massage are available for only $45 until the end of December. Call 937-456-4555 or stop by the office to pick them up. Massage therapy has been shown to have beneficial effects on varying conditions including prenatal depression, preterm infants, full-term
- [The Many Health Benefits of Resveratrol](https://essenceofwellness.com/the-many-health-benefits-of-resveratrol/) - Resveratrol and other grape ingredients, as well as whole-grape products, have shown considerable promise in health promotion and disease management. Resveratrol is primarily found in grapes and red wine, in addition to some plants and fruits, such as peanuts, cranberries, pistachios, blueberries and bilberries. Resveratrol provides a wide range of benefits, including cardiovascular protective, antiplatelet, antioxidant,
- [Does Your Gut Contribute to Joint Pain?](https://essenceofwellness.com/your-gut-and-joint-pain/) - Recently, we have begun to realize that the billions of microorganisms living in harmony with us have an influence on disease. Evidence is mounting that the gut microbiome, in particular, influences our metabolism and our immune system. Inflammatory states characterize many bone and joint diseases of ageing. Evidence is accumulating that the gut can contribute to inflammatory
- [Heart Disease and Cholesterol - Statins or Lifestyle?](https://essenceofwellness.com/heart-disease-cholesterol-statin-lifestyle/) - Heart disease is an extremely complex problem and the hope that it can be prevented or eliminated by simply reducing cholesterol appears unfounded. After twenty years we should accept the inconsistencies of the cholesterol hypothesis and refocus our efforts on the proven benefits of a healthy lifestyle incorporating a Mediterranean diet to prevent coronary heart disease.
- [Helping women to good health: breast cancer and lifestyle](https://essenceofwellness.com/helping-women-breast-cancer-and-lifestyle/) - Breast cancer (BC) remains one of the commonest cancers - 12.5% of women will be diagnosed with BC during her lifetime. There are strong links between environmental/lifestyle factors and breast cancer, suggesting that changing these factors may result in decreasing cancer risk. Evidence shows that in addition to genetic predisposition and estrogen exposure, a number
- [Sleep and health risk in children](https://essenceofwellness.com/sleep-and-health-risk-in-children/) - Adequate sleep is particularly important during childhood and adolescence since inadequate sleep is associated with non-optimal physical and cognitive development. A growing body of evidence suggests that inadequate sleep could be a contributing factor for weight gain and the increased prevalence of overweight and obesity among children and adolescents. Why are sleep patterns poor for some children?
- [Berberine - good for what ails you](https://essenceofwellness.com/883-2/) - Ever heard of berberine? Berberine is a classical natural medicine. It has a wide range of effects, being effective against gastroenteritis, abdominal pain and diarrhea, and having antimicrobial, antidiabetic and antiinflammatory properties. Sound too good to be true? It has also been shown to have great therapeutic potential against neurodegenerative diseases including Alzheimer's Disease and Parkinson's Disease as
- [Limited Health Knowledge Associated with Non-Use of Complementary Health Practices](https://essenceofwellness.com/limitedhealthknowledgenonuse/) - Complementary health practices are an important element of health/healthcare seeking behavior among adults in the United States. Reasons for use include medical need, prevention and wellness promotion, and cultural relevance. Authors of a recent study thought there might be an association between lack of knowledge, lower educational attainment, and other key socioeconomic indicators as reasons
- [Adding Neck Manipulation Helps Fibromyalgia Patients](https://essenceofwellness.com/adding-neck-manipulation-helps-fibromyalgia-patients/) - The addition of the upper cervical manipulative therapy to a multimodal program is beneficial in treating patients with fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS). A randomized clinical trial with one-year follow-up assessed 120 (52 female) patients with fibromyalgia syndrome who were assigned to a multimodal program (control group) or a multimodal program with upper cervical joint manipulation. Outcomes were the Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQ),
- [Chiropractic at Ohio State Science Day](https://essenceofwellness.com/chiropracticstatescienceday/) - I represented the Ohio State Chiropractic Association (OSCA) as a judge today at the Ohio Academy of Science - State Science Day. Congratulations to all the great projects and our up and coming scientists! We presented the first ever OSCA award. Each year State Science Day brings over 1,000 of the best and brightest student scientists
- [Nutritional Supplementation and Autism](https://essenceofwellness.com/autismsupplementation/) - New research concludes that supplementation vitamin D, tryptophan, and omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil would boost brain serotonin concentrations and help prevent and possibly improve some of the symptoms associated with autism without side effects. Vitamin B6, BH4, and iron are cofactors in the serotonin pathway and may also help modulate brain serotonin levels and facilitate moderate
- [Diabetes Online Summit](https://essenceofwellness.com/diabetes-online-summit/) - The Diabetes Summit was created to share the expertise of the world’s leaders to help people regain blood sugar control, live the highest quality life and even reverse type 2 and pre-diabetes. 40 powerful, expert sessions will benefit anyone with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes, metabolic syndrome, as well as those who want
- [Dean Smith, DC, PhD - Welcome to Essence of Wellness Chiropractic Center](https://essenceofwellness.com/dean-smith-dc-phd-welcome-essence-wellness-chiropractic-center/) - Dr. Dean Smith talks about chiropractic and helping you feel better whether you have aches and pains or want to lead a life of wellness. http://youtu.be/XtGEMxYghV4
- [Too Much Sitting: It's a Killer](https://essenceofwellness.com/much-sitting-killer/) - Sitting. We all do it. Too much and it's a killer. There is new evidence that too much sitting (also known as sedentary behavior - which involves very low energy expenditure, such as television viewing and desk-bound work) is adversely associated with health outcomes, including cardio-metabolic risk biomarkers, type 2 diabetes and premature death. In
- [Magnesium - Muscle Cramps and Pain](https://essenceofwellness.com/magnesium-muscle-cramps-pain/) - Magnesium (Mg2+) is an essential ion for the human body. It plays a key role in supporting and sustaining health and life. Serum magnesium values are not generally determined in patients even its the key physiological roles in the brain, heart, and skeletal muscles. However, serum Mg2+ values reflect only 1% of the body Mg2+ content, since most of the body’s Mg2+ is stored
- [Dr. Dean Smith Brings Chiropractic Science Podcast to iTunes](https://essenceofwellness.com/dr-dean-smith-brings-chiropractic-science-podcast-itunes/) - Available on iTunes and chiropracticscience.com. Listen to Dr. Dean's latest podcast about chiropractic pediatric research with guest Dr. Katie Pohlman. If you’d like to get each new episode of the chiropractic science podcast delivered automatically to your device, please subscribe. If you’d like to become a friend of our show, please leave a sincere review
- [Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Laser Therapy](https://essenceofwellness.com/carpal-tunnel-syndrome-laser-therapy/) - Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most frequent peripheral nerve problem, caused by the compression of the median nerve at the wrist in the carpal canal. There is no agreement with regard to initial treatment for CTS, which may be conservative or surgical. Conservative treatment of CTS includes wrist splints; mobilization and adjusting of the wrist, shoulder and
- [Smoking: Bad News for Muscles, Tendons and Ligaments](https://essenceofwellness.com/smoking-bad-news-muscles-tendons-ligaments/) - Cigarette smoking (CS) has clearly negative effects on the musculoskeletal system. Epidemiologic evidence also shows that smoking is a risk factor for chronic pain, including back pain. In terms of the musculoskeletal system, the relationships of cigarette smoking with the reduction of bone mineral content, osteoporosis and fractures are the best known. However, there is evidence of
- [Top 11 Health Issues for Middle-Aged and Elderly Women](https://essenceofwellness.com/top-11-health-issues-middle-aged-elderly-women/) - Multiple health issues affect women throughout life differently from men (or do not affect men at all). Although attention to women's health is important in all stages in life, health among middle-aged and elderly women has not received enough attention by researchers and policy-makers. To improve women's quality of life and promote a long-lasting and active role
- [Omega-3 Fats and Breast Cancer](https://essenceofwellness.com/omega-3-fats-breast-cancer/) - Breast cancer (BC) is the most common cancer among women across the world. Dietary fatty acids, especially n-3 (omega-3) polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA), are believed to play a role in reducing BC risk. Evidence has shown that fish consumption or intake of long-chain n-3 PUFA, such as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), are
- [Essence of Wellness Joins Patriot Project](https://essenceofwellness.com/essence-wellness-joins-patriot-project/) - Essence of Wellness has joined forces with the Patriot Project by making time available to treat at least one Active Duty Service Member, their family, Wounded Warrior or Gold Star Dependent a week at no charge. The Patriot Project is a grass roots movement to provide chiropractic care to all Active Military, their Families, Wounded
- [Root Causes of Obesity](https://essenceofwellness.com/root-causes-obesity/) - The causes of obesity have been recognized and are largely related to environmental susceptibility to gain weight due to increased energy intake and reduced energy expenditures as well as genetic predisposition. Contributors to the obesogenic environment since the 1980's are the abundance of high-caloric density, low-quality food and under activity. All of this leads to increased body
- [Chiropractic Is Protective Against Functional Decline ](https://essenceofwellness.com/chiropractic-protective-functional-decline/) - A recent study from the University of Iowa compared chiropractic care to medical care on 1-year changes in self-reported function, health, and satisfaction measures in a representative sample of Medicare recipients. The authors found that chiropractic is significantly protective against 1-year decline in activities of daily living, lifting, stooping, walking, self-rated health, and worsening health after 1 year. Chiropractic
- [Soda associated with accelerated aging](https://essenceofwellness.com/soda-accelerates-aging/) - Sugar-sweetened beverages, including soft drinks or sodas, fruit-flavored drinks, sports drinks, and energy drinks, are the largest source of added sugar in the US diet. In a new study published in the American Journal of Public Health, researchers found sugar-sweetened soda consumption was associated with shorter telomeres. This may be significant because shorter telomeres are associated with shorter lives. Accumulated
- [Learn About Natural Strategies to Prevent and Reverse Autoimmune Diseases](https://essenceofwellness.com/learn-natural-strategies-prevent-reverse-autoimmune-diseases/) - Learn the latest, most up-to-date information on preventing and reversing autoimmune diseases at The Autoimmune Summit, a FREE online event! Autoimmune diseases, such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and MS, affect more than 250 million people worldwide. In the United States, they are the 3rd leading chronic disease behind cardiovascular disease and cancer. Have you, a
- [Learn Natural Health Solutions ](https://essenceofwellness.com/learn-natural-health-solutions/) - Learn how to naturally heal your body at The Natural Cures Movement, free and online October 6-13! Natural remedies and treatment protocols for specific conditions like hypothyroidism, autoimmune disease, arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease.
- [Make the Best Health Decisions for You and Your Family](https://essenceofwellness.com/make-best-health-decisions-family/) - Attend this free online health summit from September 8-15, 2014 to: Learn why health and medicine will look very different over the next decade and how that will affect you. Find out which health practices you can integrate now to improve your life Educate yourself and learn how to take control of your health and the health of those you care about. Access the latest
- [Learn How to Prevent and Reverse Metabolic Syndrome Free](https://essenceofwellness.com/learn-prevent-reverse-metabolic-syndrome-free/) - Unsightly belly fat, high blood pressure, missing meals? You might have a metabolism issue! Fortunately, you can discover more online at The Metabolic Revolution Summit from August 25-27 for FREE!
- [Comfort Foods - A Myth](https://essenceofwellness.com/comfort-foods-myth/) - People often seek out their own unique comfort foods when in negative moods, and they believe that these foods rapidly improve their mood. In a recent study, participants were served their comfort food, an equally liked noncomfort food, a neutral food, or no food. Short-term mood changes were measured to see the psychological effects of
- [Older Adults Reduce Functional Limitations with Strength Training](https://essenceofwellness.com/older-adults-reduce-functional-limitations-strength-training/) - For many older adults, the loss of independence is often considered a fate worse than death. A 2007 survey of older US adults demonstrated that more seniors feared losing independence (26%) than feared dying (3%). Unfortunately, functional limitations increase predictably with age due to loss of muscle mass and strength. A new study finds that only 16.1% of older adults
- [Simple Steps to Better Health](https://essenceofwellness.com/making-healthy-choice-easy-choice/) - With the goal of making the healthy choice your easy choice, here are some simple steps to health: Remember that small changes in sleep, activity, and nutrition can make a big difference in your health. Challenge yourself weekly to gain a new healthy habit and break an old unhealthy habit. Create an environment around you
- [Treating Diabetes with Exercise](https://essenceofwellness.com/treating-diabetes-exercise/) - Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, particularly as part of disease prevention rather than cure. Lifestyle interventions including diet and exercise are the first line of defense against issues like diabetes, and the associated metabolic diseases such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and hypertension. The benefits are typically thought of in terms of weight
- [Coffee Protects Your DNA?](https://essenceofwellness.com/coffee-protects-dna/) - Apparently so. A new randomized controlled study analyzed the impact of consuming a dark roast coffee blend on the level of spontaneous DNA strand breaks. Quantifying spontaneous DNA strand breaks is a well established marker of health risk. Eighty-four healthy men were randomized to consume daily for 4 weeks either 750 ml of fresh coffee brew or 750 ml of
- [Cut Your Risk of Dementia by More than 60%](https://essenceofwellness.com/cut-risk-dementia-60/) - To cut your risks of developing dementia by more than 60%, a new study suggests following five healthy lifestyle behaviors. Most important is getting regular exercise, followed by: not-smoking achieving healthy bodyweight eating a healthy diet low alcohol intake The study tracked the health habits of 2,235 men over a 35-year and found that exercise
- [Chiropractic treatment for pregnancy related low back pain](https://essenceofwellness.com/chiropractic-treatment-pregnancy-related-low-back-pain/) - Low back and pelvic pain in pregnant women is often considered a 'normal' part of the pregnancy. However, the high prevalence of this problem (50-80% of women) and the impact that this may have on their quality of life, as well as the fact that back pain during pregnancy is commonly linked to low back
- [Chiropractic Care Protects Against Declines in Functional Ability](https://essenceofwellness.com/chiropractic-care-protects-declines-functional-ability/) - The therapeutic and restorative benefit of chiropractic on functional abilities has been well established in clinical efficacy studies. Functional health changes are measured by a number of factors some of which include the number of limitations in activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental ADLs (IADLs), and changes in well-being. Slowing the rate of functional decline,
- [Low Back Disc Herniation Patients Improve With Chiropractic Adjustments](https://essenceofwellness.com/low-back-disc-herniation-patients-improve-chiropractic-adjustments/) - Approximately 70% of the population will have back pain at some point. Low-back pain (LBP) with associated leg pain due to a herniated intervertebral disc is one of the most severe and disabling forms of back pain. Many treatment options are available including chiropractic care, medication and surgery. A recently published cohort study examined 148 patients
- [Massage Therapy for Chronic Neck Pain](https://essenceofwellness.com/massage-therapy-chronic-neck-pain/) - Neck pain is a common condition, affecting 30% to 50% of people within a 12 month period. Neck pain also accounts for more than 10 million ambulatory medical care visits per year in the United States. At least one-half of persons with neck pain report chronic or recurrent neck problems at 1 to 5 years
- [Exercise. No comparison.](https://essenceofwellness.com/exercise-comparison/) - There is strong scientific evidence detailing the beneficial effects of regular exercise, which are likely to go well beyond reducing cardiovascular disease risk factors. Furthermore, exercise benefits can overcome those of common drugs when one considers that exercise combines preventive, multi-system effects with little adverse consequences and at lower cost. Exercise, and especially contracting muscle, is certainly a source of numerous drug-like molecules with
- [Pharmaceuticals or Lifestyle?](https://essenceofwellness.com/pharmaceuticals-lifestyle/) - Medicine has progressed very rapidly over the recent years. Communicable diseases, which were the leading causes of mortality, are not so anymore, especially in developed countries. Currently, non-communicable diseases are more prevalent, and most of them are related to changes in our daily habits (such as reduced physical activity and consumption of an unhealthy diet) and degenerative processes. Most of these
- [Laser Therapy for Plantar Fasciitis](https://essenceofwellness.com/laser-therapy-plantar-fasciitis/) - Heel pain is one of the most common problems of the foot, accounting for up to 15% of foot-related symptoms presenting to physicians and 1% of all visits to orthopedic surgeons. The clinical manifestations can be disabling, and despite its high incidence, the specific cause of plantar fasciitis is poorly understood although it may be associated with systemic disease, local changes to the
- [Best nonpharmacological treatment for obesity?](https://essenceofwellness.com/best-nonpharmacological-treatment-obesity/) - Progressive declines in physical activity over 5 decades have occurred and have primarily caused the obesity epidemic. Obesity is characterized by the deposits of fat in various parts of the body; it is now evident that fat tissue also acts as an endocrine organ capable of secreting many chemicals (cytokines) that are thought to be
- [Magnesium: frequently overlooked](https://essenceofwellness.com/magnesium-frequently-overlooked/) - Sometimes we overlook simple things, such as the importance of magnesium (Mg). Magnesium is important not only for maintaining good health but when Mg is low it can contribute to the symptoms that trigger a variety of complaints. For instance, low Mg levels have been implicated in diabetes, metabolic syndrome, osteoporosis, hypertension, atherosclerotic vascular disease, sudden cardiac
- [Vitamin D - The Sunshine Vitamin We Need](https://essenceofwellness.com/vitamin-d-the-sunshine-vitamin-we-need/) - For the last few months here in Ohio we haven't seen a lot of sunshine. Sunlight exposure helps to improve Vitamin D status and being without it for long periods of time can lead to deficiencies. Vitamin D has received a lot of attention recently as a result of a massive rise in the number of
- [Chiropractic Improves Neck Pain in Seniors](https://essenceofwellness.com/chiropractic-improves-neck-pain-in-seniors/) - Neck pain is a considerable healthcare problem for individuals of all ages. About 20% of individuals 70 years of age and older experience neck pain at least once a month. Neck pain is also associated with other health complaints and poorer self-rated health. A new study investigated the effectiveness of chiropractic care (consisting of manipulation,

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- [Essence of Wellness Chiropractic Center, Eaton, OH](https://essenceofwellness.com/) - Essence of Wellness provides family whole‑body chiropractic care with adjustments, nutrition, and guidance for relief from pain, inflammation, and fatigue.
- [Research](https://essenceofwellness.com/research/) - Our Research and Evidence Based Practice At Essence of Wellness Chiropractic Center, we integrate ongoing research with a lifestyle‑focused approach to care. Our active participation in studying how chiropractic, movement, stress, nutrition, and daily habits influence long‑term health allows meaningful incorporation into patient care. The focus extends beyond addressing symptoms. We are concerned with wellbeing—how
- [Dean Smith, DC, PhD, ICSC](https://essenceofwellness.com/drdeansmith/) - Dr. Dean Smith Dr. Dean Smith is a chiropractor at Essence of Wellness Chiropractic Center as well as a researcher and clinical professor at Miami University. He had a knee injury from playing soccer when he was eight years old. He had gone to a medical physician at the time who recommended rest and to take
- [Jane P. Smith, DC, IFMCP](https://essenceofwellness.com/drjanesmith/) - Dr. Jane Smith Dr. Jane Smith began her education as an engineering student at Calvin College in Michigan. She has a ‘figure things out’ personality. After an ankle injury at college she was told the condition was ‘all in her head’ by a medical physician. When a routine visit to her lifelong chiropractor fixed the
- [Custom Foot Orthotics](https://essenceofwellness.com/orthotics/) - Foot Levelers Custom Orthotics Make All the Difference Essence of Wellness Chiropractic Center prescribes Foot Levelers custom orthotics. They are the most comfortable custom orthotic and they simply work. Foot Levelers custom orthotics are individually designed for your feet – helping achieve a balanced foundation and stabilized pelvis. These custom orthotics are handmade for your unique feet based
- [Heart Rate Variability](https://essenceofwellness.com/heart-rate-variability/) - Heart Rate Variability and Biofeedback Heart rate variability (HRV) is the fluctuation in the time intervals between adjacent heartbeats. A healthy heart is not a metronome. An optimal level of HRV is associated with health and resilience. Have you ever wondered what the health impact of a stressful day was? Will you perform well during
- [Contact](https://essenceofwellness.com/contact/) - Address Essence of Wellness Chiropractic Center 890 South Barron Street Eaton, OH 45320 (937) 456-4555 We are conveniently located just a few miles south of I-70 and near the following cities: Richmond, Indiana; West Alexandria, Ohio; Camden, Ohio; Oxford, Ohio; Hamilton, Ohio; Middletown, Ohio; Brookville, Ohio; Greenville, Ohio; Dayton, Ohio; Cincinnati, Ohio. Why not check out the many local attractions around us before or
- [Shoulder Exercise Videos](https://essenceofwellness.com/shoulderexercisevideos/) - Shoulder Exercise Videos The shoulder pain videos are based on the recommendations from the Clinical Practice Guideline for the Management of Shoulder Pain. Select a link below to view the patient exercise videos. Exercise Forms Below are information sheets on many different topics which you may find useful. You can print, download or view these online. Don’t
- [Back Exercise Videos](https://essenceofwellness.com/lowbackexercisevideos/) - Low Back Exercise Videos The new CCGI clinical practice guideline on the treatment of low back pain will be published shortly and is in line with an important series of papers on low back pain published in ‘The Lancet‘, highlighting the need for non-pharmacological care including exercise and self-management. The exercises in the new video
- [Laser Therapy - Cold Laser](https://essenceofwellness.com/laser/) - What is Cold Laser Therapy? Cold laser also called low level laser therapy (LLLT) and photobiomodulation (PBM) uses low-powered laser light to to stimulate healing, relieve pain, and reduce inflammation (Hamblin, 2017). These lasers emit no heat, sound, or vibration. Instead of generating a heating effect, LLLT acts by inducing a photochemical reaction in the
- [Forms](https://essenceofwellness.com/forms/) - Please fill out these chiropractic health forms which detail your present and previous health and bring them with you on your first visit. The forms are in .pdf format (Adobe Acrobat). If you prefer, you can wait to fill out your paperwork in our office. New Patients: Adult Health History All adult patients, please fill
- [Testimonials](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonials/) - Here you can read and watch videos about our patients' experiences at Essence of Wellness. We'd love to hear about your experience at our center. You can add your own review of Essence of Wellness. Videos of Patient Experiences at Essence of Wellness Chiropractic for the Whole Family Veteran Testimonial Chiropractic Keeps You
- [Neck Exercise Videos](https://essenceofwellness.com/neckexercisevideos/) - Neck Exercise Videos The recently published CCGI Clinical Practice Guideline recommends that patients with neck pain and whiplash disorders be encouraged to get involved in self-care and do some home exercises (e.g., mobility, stretching, strengthening exercises). The exercises in the new video series are based on the latest evidence and have been selected after review
- [Essence of Wellness Reviews](https://essenceofwellness.com/reviews/) - Thank you for choosing Essence of Wellness Chiropractic Center. We'd appreciate your review at Google. Our mission is to help you achieve your wellness goals through expert chiropractic care and lifestyle change (exercise, nutrition, massage, other non-drug methods). We trust your experience at our office has been productive. We'd love to hear about it. Just
- [Adjustments](https://essenceofwellness.com/adjustments/) - We provide chiropractic adjustments utilizing effective techniques. Our practice provides care for the entire family, from the young to the elderly. Our care is based on a detailed health history and chiropractic examination which includes computerized instrumentation and functional tests. Chiropractic is a health profession concerned with the assessment, care and prevention of disorders of
- [Resources](https://essenceofwellness.com/resources/) - Books We Recommend Online Health Summits Podcasts
- [Nutrition](https://essenceofwellness.com/nutrition/) - The most important determinants of good health are what we eat and how active we are. Of course not smoking, getting enough rest and the like are also very important. Food forms the building blocks of our human frame and the necessary prerequisites for ongoing function since we are a collection of biochemicals. Using nutrient
- [Lifestyle and Wellness](https://essenceofwellness.com/wellness/) - As individuals we are all responsible for our own health and wellness. It’s up to each of us to be physically active, to eat healthy food, to get enough sleep, manage our stress and to make informed decisions. We all live in a social environment where friends, family, our community and the media sometimes have
- [Exercise](https://essenceofwellness.com/exercise/) - We teach our patients individualized exercises designed just for them to help correct their own unique problem. Many of these exercises can be performed in the comfort of your own home. Other exercises may be best done under the guidance of one of our doctors or our staff. Exercises can include strengthening, stretching, aerobic exercise

## Testimonials

- [Back and neck pain](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/back-and-neck-pain/) - I began seeing Dr. Jane the end of June. I had severe neck and back pain with radiation down my right arm with numbness and tingling in the last 2 fingers of my hand. She has worked with me intensively over the last few weeks. I have to say that she has been able to
- [Pain free with chiropractic](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/pain-free-for-a-few-months-now/) - I see Dr. Jane! I started coming in having some pretty painful lower back pain and she fixed me right up in a matter of a months worth on therapy. She has many different methods of therapy and adjustment care depending on what your specific body needs and is very informative. I have been pain
- [Could not have asked for a better chiropractic experience](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/could-not-have-asked-for-a-better-experience/) - I could not have asked for a better chiropractic experience. From scheduling my first appointment and all appointments after, discussing my needs and where I would like my body to be functioning, the staff here will absolutely show you that you are a priority. Dr Jane worked with me several times to figure out what
- [I feel brand new with chiropractic](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/i-feel-brand-new/) - I have seen Dr. Jane twice now and can already tell a big difference! The scheduling was simple and convenient. During our visit Dr. Jane walked me through our plan of care and was very knowledgeable. After a few adjustments I feel brand new!
- [What a relief!](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/what-a-relief/) - My carpal tunnel syndrome has been 95% relieved for at least 4 years because of treatment and instruction by Cindy Schneider. I had had physical therapy, but it didn't help. Doctor's told me that according to my neurological tests results, I needed carpal tunnel surgery. Since I'd heard that it doesn't always work, I went
- [Wonderful pain relief](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/wonderful-pain-relief/) - I love going to Dr. Jane! She is very knowledgeable about what she does. She amazes me all the time! I had mentioned a pinch in my neck and that I had been in a meeting at work all day. She knew there was an issue that I didn't bring up at the meeting at
- [He loves getting adjusted](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/he-loves-getting-adjusted/) - Dr. Jane has seen my son Zander since he was about 2.5 weeks old. He loves getting adjusted. She has helped with everything from neck issues, due to a difficult labor, to leg and feet issues since he started walking. Our family physician told us that there was nothing they could do for Zander when
- [I always come out feeling better!](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/i-always-come-out-feeling-better/) - In and out very quickly! The staff is lovely! I always come out feeling better!
- [They just put me at ease](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/they-just-put-me-at-ease/) - I absolutely love coming to see doctor Jane and staff. Everyone is incredibly friendly and make you feel very comfortable and welcome. I have never been to a chiropractor before this and will not go to anyone else. They just put me at ease and make it easy to relax when getting adjusted. Best decision
- [100% recommend](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/100-recommend/) - I feel way better after every visit I have! 100% recommend
- [Love this place](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/love-this-place/) - Love this place!! I’m an athlete and they get my fixed up and ready to take on football, swim and track season! They are beyond just cracking backs. They have helped me with my diet and knowing what to put in my body for the best performance!
- [Feeling better with every appointment](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/feeling-better-with-every-appointment/) - My first appointment I was having some intense pain in my neck. Within 3 visits to Dr. Jane Palmer -Smith my neck pain went from about an 8 out of 10 down to 3 out of 10. I'm still on the mend but feeling better with every appointment.
- [Staff is very friendly and professional](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/staff-is-very-friendly-and-professional/) - Staff is very friendly and professional. Dr. Jane has helped me tremendously with my neck pain as well as using nutrition to better my health. I highly recommend this office to everyone!
- [Takes the time](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/takes-the-time/) - Dr. Dean has brought me back from being unable to stand up straight to walking tall multiple times. He has a vast amount of knowledge that gives him the ability to understand all of my skeletal and muscular physical issues. From the ganglion cyst on my wrist to the neck and spine pain from degenerative
- [Doubtful it would work](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/doubtful-it-would-work/) - For many years I did not believe in chiropractor services and did not think it would work. My wife had scoliosis of the back and she would always go to them and said they did wonders for her. I got a job where I have to drive 110 miles one way and started to develop
- [What I was hoping it would be](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/what-i-was-hoping-it-would-be/) - My experience with Essence of Wellness is just what I was hoping it would be. I needed a determination of my debilitating issues so I could do something about them. Dr. Dean Smith gave me a a thorough evaluation, taking my past issues of polio into consideration and helped me find modalities I could use beyond
- [Enjoy a pain free life](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/enjoy-a-pain-free-life/) - I whole heartedly endorse the Essence of Wellness Chiropractic Center. They have helped me get out of pain and to enjoy a pain free life.
- [We appreciate you](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/we-appreciate-you/) - Our family has trusted you guys with our ongoing care for years! You are an important part of our health care team, and we appreciate you! Thank you!
- [Great service and care!](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/great-service-and-care/) - They take into consideration your diet, activity level, pain/movement levels, prior injuries, and make it a point to help you get moving again, without added medications, or surgery referrals. Dr. Dean is the Real Deal! He has my back! and anything else that needs an adjustment! Thanks for over ten years of great service and
- [Actually felt normal](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/actually-felt-normal/) - Went in with a headache and numb hands and fingers and mid back aching. After 15 minutes on the table my body actually felt normal. Thanks doc
- [Great atmosphere](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/great-atmosphere/) - Great atmosphere with family friendly service and caring staff members.
- [Highly recommend Essence of Wellness](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/highly-recommend-essence-of-wellness/) - I have been a patient of Essence of Wellness for many years. Chiropractic adjustments can be scary, and Dr. Dean and Dr. Jane always make me feel very comfortable. I no longer worry about getting adjusted because I trust them. The office staff is very helpful and friendly. Dr. Dean and Dr. Jane are excellent
- [Now pain free](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/now-pain-free/) - I started going to Essence of Wellness last summer (July or so) after my neck had been in constant pain for way too long (6 weeks or more). Doctor Jane and her staff got me back to my normal quickly and painlessly. My neck situation felt delicate and Jane reliably provided delicate support and adjustment
- [Strongly recommend](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/strongly-recommend/) - If you are looking for a holistic approach to health and wellness for you and your family, I highly recommend Essence of Wellness. My husband and I have been seeing Dr. Dean and Dr. Jane for over a year now. Their approach is to treat the immediate issue and also provide knowledge, strategies and treatments
- [Really care for their patients](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/really-care-for-their-patients/) - Friendly and knowledgeable staff. You couldn't ask for a nicer group of people who really care for their patients. The office has a playful yet professional feel to it. They offer a wide variety of services like Chiropractic care, Occupational/Manual Therapy, Massage, Nutritional Counseling and MUCH more. There are always educational materials available. Much of
- [Great service and really care](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/great-service-and-really-care/) - Our family has been coming to this office for years. They offer great service and really care about their patients. Both Dr. Jane and Dr. Dean have a wide variety of knowledge in different yet complimentary areas. They offer not only Chiropractic care, but Nutritional Counseling, Occupational/Manual Therapy, Massage and MUCH MUCH more. I have
- [Feel very welcome](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/feel-very-welcome/) - Initially went to Dr Smith for my arthritic knees. Also, I had been on medication for shoulder/neck pain for some time but was also in constant pain and just thought it was something I would have to live with. After the initial visit and talking through my concerns was able to make a plan which
- [So thankful for them](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/so-thankful-for-them/) - Never having been to a chiropractor, I started here as physical therapy for broken leg/ankle years ago and haven’t stopped. From the front desk Ladies, to Patti, Massage Therapist, to the Doctors, I could not give them a higher rating. All of them go above and beyond their jobs to give maximum help and care
- [Maintain functionality!](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/maintain-functionality/) - Great staff and atmosphere. They helped me re-gain and now maintain functionality!
- [Get you back to 100%](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/get-you-back-to-100/) - I highly recommend Dr Jane Smith, she really listens and focuses on your problems and concerns to get you back to 100%. The ladies up front are very nice as well.
- [Miracle workers!!!!!](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/miracle-workers/) - Dr. Jane Smith and Cindy Schneider,OTR, are truly miracle workers!!!!! I had decided to start exercising regularly, trying to get ready for a hiking trip I wanted to go on. I pushed my body a bit too far and I injured my neck, back, and shoulder doing Zumba. Let's just say my body rightfully rebelled
- [I will be taken care of](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/i-will-be-taken-care-of/) - When I have any back or neck pain I can go in and know that I will be taken care of. It is wonderful knowing that I will feel better. The massage therapist Patty, and OT therapist Cindy certainly help me feel better also. Would recommend Essence of Wellness to anyone who wants to be
- [Top notch](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/top-notch/) - The Essence of Wellness Chiropractic Center is top notch. I had lower back issues after playing hockey for only 30 min the next 45 min was played with pain. I met with the staff and Dr. Smith and we set up a treatment plan. I was able to play hockey again for the full hour
- [Friendly and professional](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/friendly-and-professional/) - Staff is friendly and professional. Have been going here for years and always leave feeling better. Highly recommend them.
- [I love Dr. Jane](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/i-love-dr-jane/) - I love Dr. Jane!!! She has wonderful ideas and thinks outside of the box to help with those of us that are single parent or have a very busy life.
- [Tremendous help](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/tremendous-help/) - My wife has had back and hip trouble for years. The team at Essence of Wellness along with some yoga stretching has been a tremendous help in her health and well being. I really enjoy the friendly and positive atmosphere during our visits too.
- [Soooooo relaxing !!!!!!!!](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/soooooo-relaxing/) - My wife is seen here on a patient basis. She talked me into getting a massage here a month or so ago. I am scheduled for 2nd massage and I’m hooked!! This is really soooooo relaxing !!!!!!!!!!!!
- [Miracle worker](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/miracle-worker/) - My husband and I we both been coming to the Eaton office for many years. They offer the best service in town and they really care about their patients as a total person. Both Dr. Jane and Dr. Dean are knowledgeable in all kind of health areas. I see Dr. Dean twice a month just
- [Get my life back](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/get-my-life-back/) - After struggling with severe pregnancy related SI and lower back pain for months, Dr. Jane has been the only chiropractor that was able to help get my life back - which is very important for a busy mom ! Her staff is professional and patient, appointments are easily available and I wasn't expecting to find
- [Couldn't be happier](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/couldnt-be-happier/) - I started seeing Dr Dean in February, unbelievably frustrated with how my body felt day in and day out. By March I felt like a different person, and today I feel better than I ever have before. Dean does an awesome job at thoroughly educating me on the basics of chiropractic, and how my particular
- [Highly recommend](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/highly-recommend/) - I was diagnosed with vertigo - my daughter had seen a sign in Dr. Jane's therapy room about this condition and how chiropractic therapy can help. I have been going to Dr. Jane for 5 + years and she has definitely helped to control the vertigo. She has helped me to be able to function
- [Best chiropractors around](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/best-chiropractors-around/) - I’ve been going here for a while now. Best chiropractors around. Great atmosphere and friendly staff. Would recommend to everyone!
- [Great chiropractic care](https://essenceofwellness.com/testimonial/great-chiropractic-care/) - Great chiropractic care they always have me feeling so much better after a visit. Friendly staff and the doctors are are amazing!

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