Essence Of Wellness Chiropractic Center

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! We will be back in the office on January 5th.

12/09/2025

Interesting New Research on Low Back Pain (LBP)

This study shows that certain activities—like lifting, pushing/pulling, bending, twisting, and crawling—can temporarily increase the risk of LBP flares within 24 hours. Interestingly, sitting was linked to a lower short-term risk of flares.

👉 But here’s the takeaway: none of these activities were associated with long-term functional limitations at 1-year follow-up.

✅ What does this mean?

Some activities may trigger or ease flares in the short term.

Long-term, these activities don’t seem to change functional limitations.

Staying active is generally beneficial for people with LBP.

💡 In other words, lifting your grandchild or bending to garden might spark a flare today, but it does not seem to be related to lasting limitations. Choices about activity should balance personal preferences and priorities with the broader health benefits of movement.

This case-crossover study nested within a cohort study of adults with low back pain examines and compares the transient and cumulative risks of physical activities on low back pain outcomes.

12/02/2025

A new study indicates that elevated systemic immune-inflammation index (SII) is correlated with an increased risk of low back pain in those 20-60 years old. People with higher levels of inflammation in their blood were 66% more likely to suffer from low back pain! While inflammation is necessary after you have a cut or an acute injury, it is a problem if persists long-term. Fortunately, lifestyle has a significant impact on inflammation, with regular exercise, a healthy diet, good sleep hygiene, and stress management all proving effective in reducing chronic inflammation. Along with these lifestyle measures, chiropractic care is aimed at restoring joint movement, reducing pain, relaxing muscle, and reducing tissue swelling along with inflammation. Not sure where to start on your journey to better health? Give Essence of Wellness Chiropractic Center a call at (937) 456-4555.

Note: The systemic immune-inflammation index (SII), defined as neutrophils × platelets/lymphocytes, is a new marker that shows patients’ inflammatory and immune status and can be easily calculated from routine blood tests. SII has been used as a marker of inflammation in the human body, particularly in predicting the prognosis of various inflammatory diseases (e.g. hypertension, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes).

Background Low back pain imposes a substantial global health burden, impairing productivity and quality of life. Emerging evidence implicates systemic inflammation in its pathogenesis. The Systemic ...

11/10/2025

It might be a little early for holiday talk...
But with the wreaths going up and the snow starting to fall, I can't help but feel the season creeping in. So let's lean in just a little—what's your favorite holiday song that instantly puts you in the spirit?
Drop your go-to festive tune below! 👇

10/16/2025

Today is World Spine Day! This year is themed, "Invest in Your Spine," and highlights the importance of spinal health through prevention, rehabilitation, and proactive care. With back pain affecting over one billion people worldwide, it remains a leading cause of disability and lost productivity.

Many populations lack access to spinal health professionals, making self-management essential. This year’s campaign educates individuals on maintaining good posture, staying active, and creating ergonomic environments. Healthcare professionals, policymakers, and businesses are encouraged to prioritize spinal health and wellness initiatives. By raising awareness and promoting prevention, World Spine Day 2025 aims to reduce the global burden of spinal disorders.

10/16/2025

We are delighted to be co-authors on this scientific journal article.

New Study Links Chiropractic Care to Reduced Use of Pain and Musculoskeletal Medications— This study adds to a growing body of evidence suggesting that chiropractic care can support patients in achieving their health goals with fewer musculoskeletal medications.
The full article is available open access in the Journal of Contemporary Chiropractic, and can be found here:

https://journal.parker.edu/article/144979-chiropractic-care-and-self-reported-changes-in-analgesic-and-musculoskeletal-medication-use-a-cross-sectional-survey

10/10/2025

🦴 When your spine’s been waiting since the Jurassic era... Don’t be like our bony buddy here — schedule your adjustment before you fossilize! 😄 Your body deserves better than cobwebs and creaks.

📅 Call us today and get back to feeling like yourself again.

10/07/2025

At Essence of Wellness Chiropractic Center, we’re here to help you move better, feel better, and live well—naturally. Whether you're seeking relief from pain, improving mobility, or simply maintaining your health, our chiropractors, Drs. Jane and Dean Smith are dedicated to personalized care that supports your whole-body wellness.

Come see why so many in Eaton and beyond trust us with their chiropractic journey. Your path to feeling your best starts here.

10/05/2025

Having fun at the Ohio State Chiropractic Association annual convention. It is great to connect and learn some new insights.

09/30/2025

Fresh from the garden at Essence of Wellness.

09/18/2025

Happy birthday to chiropractic. Traditionally, Founder’s Day is celebrated on Sept. 18, the date which is on or near the anniversary of the first chiropractic adjustment by D.D. Palmer in Davenport, Iowa, in 1895. There is substantial evidence supporting chiropractic care. Share the science, share the message, share chiropractic!

08/27/2025

Chiropractors face significantly fewer opportunities to earn continuing education (CE) credit for research and academic activities compared to other healthcare professionals, including athletic trainers (ATs), physical therapists (PTs), medical doctors (MDs), and doctors of osteopathy (DOs).

These disparities may present a significant barrier to the academic and research development of the chiropractic profession. The article suggests that limiting CE credit for scholarly activities may hinder chiropractors from engaging in research and higher education, which are essential for advancing evidence-informed practice and professional growth.

Congrats to Dr. Smith and co-authors.

Background Continuing education (CE) for chiropractors is mandated by state licensing boards to ensure ongoing learning and to maintain professional excellence. While incorporating research into CE programs is crucial for practitioners to remain dynamic and evidence-based, conducting research and ac...