Integrative Chiropractic Center

12/08/2025

🛑 The Weekend Warrior Strikes Again… and Monday Is Paying the Price💰

Ever notice how you feel GREAT doing yardwork, cleaning the garage, lifting heavy holiday boxes…
but the next morning your back, neck, or shoulder suddenly lights up?

You’re not alone. Here’s what happens:

All weekend you push your body harder than usual-repetitive bending, twisting, lifting, climbing ladders, raking, hauling bags of mulch or salt.

💪Your muscles and joints keep up in the moment, but small micro-strains build under the surface.

Then Monday hits.
That’s when stiffness, headaches, shoulder pain, or low-back tightness finally show up.

The good news?
These injuries respond incredibly well to early chiropractic + soft tissue care.

At Integrative Chiropractic Center, our 3-doctor team helps Weekend Warriors recover faster with:

✅Evidence-informed chiropractic adjustments
✅Massage Therapy
✅Soft tissue + myofascial release
✅Non-surgical spinal decompression
✅Class IV laser therapy
✅Mobility + stability drills to stop repeat flare-ups

📅 Feeling the Monday Slump?

Don’t wait for the pain to become a week-long problem.
We have openings this week with all three doctors.

📞Call 215-361-1122 to get scheduled.

12/04/2025

🌕 Did Last Night’s Huge Moon Make Your Body Hurt More?
It’s a real thing- and science backs it up.
Most people don’t realize that gravitational changes during full moons and supermoons subtly influence fluid pressure, vestibular receptors, and even pain-processing pathways in the body.
🔍 Here’s the science behind it:
• Gravitational shifts affect the vestibular system.
Research shows that human otolith organs (gravity-sensing structures in the inner ear) respond to small gravitational variations. Even slight changes in gravitational load can alter balance, muscle tone, and spatial orientation — contributing to headaches, neck tension, dizziness, and musculoskeletal symptoms.
• Full moons correlate with changes in sleep cycles.
Studies in Current Biology found that melatonin production and deep sleep decrease around full moons. Poor sleep → increased pain sensitivity and muscle stiffness the next day.
• Barometric and gravitational fluctuations influence fluid dynamics.
Shifts in cerebrospinal and lymphatic fluid pressure can amplify joint swelling, nerve irritation, and inflammatory perception — especially in people already dealing with spine or neurological issues.
👂 So if you felt “off” yesterday — tighter, achier, more dizzy, or less coordinated -you weren’t imagining it.
Your neuro-musculo-skeletal system is constantly monitoring gravity, pressure, and environmental cues. A full moon or supermoon can increase the load on receptors your brain uses to keep you upright and stable.
🧠 This is where brain-based chiropractic care makes a difference.
At Integrative Chiropractic Center, our doctors evaluate:
• Vestibular function
• Proprioceptive receptor loading
• Cervical mechanics
• Neural fatigue patterns
• Inflammation + autonomics
Small corrections can restore balance, calm irritated pathways, and reduce the symptoms environmental changes tend to amplify.
👉 If last night’s moon left you feeling “not quite right,” let us help your system reset.
Call 215-361-1122 to schedule.

12/03/2025

❄️ Yesterday’s Weather Was Rough… Don’t Ignore How Your Body Feels Today ❄️

When the roads ice over, accidents spike fast-even the “small ones.”

A slow slide at a stop sign, a bump at an intersection, or getting tapped from behind can still create:
• Neck stiffness
• Headaches
• Shoulder or back pain
• Dizziness or fogginess

These symptoms often show up hours or days later, not always right away.

At Integrative Chiropractic Center, our doctors specialize in soft-tissue injuries, whiplash, and brain-based functional neurology. If yesterday’s weather left you feeling “off,” don’t wait—getting evaluated early helps prevent chronic flare-ups.

📍 Lansdale, PA
👨‍⚕️ 3 doctors, same-day openings
📞 215-361-1122

Take care of yourself today… your body will thank you later.

12/01/2025

🔥 Post-Holiday Inflammation Is Real-Here’s Why You Feel “Off” After Thanksgiving

Between the Thanksgiving meal, sugary desserts, extra alcohol, and long periods of sitting or traveling, your body can slip into an inflammatory cascade-the same biochemical chain reaction shown below.

This spike in inflammatory cytokines (like IL-17, IL-6, TNF-α, and Substance P pathways) can trigger:
• Muscle aches and stiffness
• Headaches the next morning
• Dizziness or “off-balance” feelings
• Neck & back flare-ups
• Fatigue and brain fog
• Feeling worse even though you “didn’t do anything”

Big meals + sugar + alcohol + poor sleep + stress = Neuro-musculoskeletal irritation, and your nervous system feels it quickly.

This week we’re helping patients calm inflammation and reset the system with:
✔️ Evidence-informed chiropractic care (gentle & traditional)
✔️ Cervical & lumbar decompression
✔️ Class IV laser therapy to reduce inflammation
✔️ Massage therapy to decrease tension
✔️ Targeted mobility drills to restore stability

Even one visit can help disrupt the inflammatory loop and get you feeling normal again-fast.

📞 Need a Post-Holiday Reset?

With a fully staffed three-doctor team, we have capacity this week for patients who need support after the holiday

Call 215-361-1122 or message us to schedule.
Take care of your body now so you can enjoy the rest of the holiday season feeling your best. 🍂

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Integrative Chiropractic & Physical Therapy Center!

We are deeply grateful for our patients, our community, and the trust you place in us every day. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your wellness journey and for letting us support you in moving, feeling, and living better.

Wishing you and your loved ones a happy, healthy, and restorative holiday. 🧡

11/26/2025

🔥 Pain Flare-Up Today? We’re Open Today With 3 Doctors Ready to Help.

Whether it’s back pain, neck tightness, headaches, or that “I must’ve slept wrong” feeling… our team focuses on evidence-
based care to get you moving comfortably again.

Why patients choose us:

• 3 experienced chiropractic physicians
• Gentle or traditional adjusting styles
• Non-surgical decompression
• Class IV laser therapy
• Massage therapy
• Visits ~30 minutes so you’re not rushed

Taking care of your body isn’t a luxury, its a responsibility so you can stay active for your work, workouts, and family.

👉 Call 215-361-1122 for an appointment today!

We’re here and ready to help.

11/25/2025

Dr. Chow worked the final PGA TOUR event of the 2025 season in his role as a member of the PGA TOUR Player Performance Staff. Hosted by Davis Love III, The RSM Classic is an official PGA TOUR event held at the beautiful Sea Island Golf Club in St. Simons Island, Georgia, from November 20th - 23rd.

This tournament not only closes out the season but brings together world-class athletes, dedicated performance teams, and an incredible community of supporters. It’s an event known for its coastal setting, competitive energy, and the strong sense of camaraderie shared among players, staff, and fans. Being part of the team that helps athletes perform at their best - physically and mentally - is a privilege we don’t take lightly.

We are truly grateful and honored to be part of such a special week, and deeply appreciative of the opportunity to support these athletes at the highest level of the sport.🏌

11/24/2025

🦃 Thanksgiving Week Is Here-and So Are the Aches That Come With It!

Thanksgiving is one of the best times of the year-reconnecting with family, catching up with friends, sharing good food, and slowing down (at least a little) to appreciate what matters most.

But let’s be honest… the holiday also comes with its fair share of physical stress:
🍗 Hours of cooking and cleaning
🛏️ Sleeping in a different bed
🚗 Long drives or crowded flights
📦 Packing, lifting, rushing, bending
👨‍👩‍👧 Hosting a house full of guests

Even joyful traditions can take a toll on your spine, muscles, and nervous system.
That’s exactly why you committed to chiropractic care in the first place-to stay mobile, resilient, and ready for everything life (and the holidays) throw your way.

This week is a perfect reminder that your health is your foundation for enjoying these moments with the people you love.
If your back, neck, or shoulders start talking to you louder than your relatives… we’ve got you covered.

📍 Integrative Chiropractic Center
⏰ Open Monday-Wednesday THIS WEEK!!! 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
📞 215-361-1122- appointments available!

Wishing you a healthy, happy, and pain-free Thanksgiving! 🧡🦃

11/21/2025

Most people have never heard his name-but he’s been keeping Tiger Woods in the game for 27 years.

Behind legendary athletes are legendary healthcare teams.
One of Tiger’s longest-running “secret weapons”?

Chiropractic care from Dr. Tom LaFountain, the PGA Tour’s director of chiropractic services. He’s worked hands-on with nearly every great golfer of the last 30 years-from Palmer and Nicklaus to Woods and McIlroy.
Why?
Because elite performance demands precise mobility, injury prevention, faster recovery, and a body that can perform under pressure. That’s exactly what chiropractic delivers.

At Integrative Chiropractic Center, you don’t need to be a pro golfer to benefit from that same level of hands-on, personalized care. Whether you’re a weekend athlete, a busy professional, or dealing with everyday aches, we help your body move and function the way it was designed to.

Feel better. Move better. Perform better.

Your body is your most important equipment — take care of it.
📍 Integrative Chiropractic Center | Lansdale, PA
📞 215-361-1122

Tom LaFountain, director of the PGA Tour’s chiropractic services, has worked with (and on) scores of golf stars, including Tiger Woods.

11/19/2025

At Integrative Chiropractic Center, we believe that true wellness begins with balance - in the spine, in the body, and in the mind. Our licensed massage therapists work closely with our chiropractic team to provide evidence-based, therapeutic treatments that complement your overall care plan.

Each session is customized to your body’s specific needs and may include one or more of the following specialized techniques:

Deep Tissue Massage – Targets deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue to relieve chronic tension, improve mobility, and support postural alignment.

Sports Massage – Designed for athletes and active individuals to enhance performance, prevent injury, and speed recovery from strenuous activity.

Lymphatic Drainage – A gentle technique that stimulates the lymphatic system to reduce swelling, promote detoxification, and support immune function.

Mu Xing Therapy (Warm Bamboo Massage) – Uses smooth, heated bamboo tools to ease muscular tension, increase circulation, and encourage relaxation throughout the body.

Our integrated approach to chiropractic and massage therapy helps address the root causes of discomfort while promoting long-term musculoskeletal health. Whether your goal is recovery, relaxation, or overall wellness, we tailor every treatment to help you move better and live more comfortably.

Integrative Chiropractic Center
2026 N. Broad Street, Lansdale, PA 19446
215-361-1122 | www.iccofpa.com

11/17/2025

🔥 Weekend Warrior? Your body loves your hustle… right up until Monday morning hits.

Whether it’s raking leaves, a hard gym session, a long ride, a pickup game, or tackling home projects -weekend intensity often exposes the imbalances you’ve been ignoring all week.

That’s why so many people say, “I didn’t even do anything… and now my shoulder/back/hip is killing me.”

The truth?
Your joints, muscles, and nervous system store tension all week.
Then when you push hard-even in a good way-the weakest link shows up:
• Stiff lower back
• Neck tightness or headaches
• Shoulder pinches
• Hip or glute pain
• “Tweaks” that don’t go away
• Monday-morning soreness that wasn’t there in your 20s

At Integrative Chiropractic Center, we help weekend warriors perform better and recover faster.
Our integrated approach supports active adults who want to move well without flare-ups:
• Evidence-informed chiropractic (diversified & gentle options)
• Cervical & lumbar non-surgical decompression
• Class IV laser therapy for tissue healing
• Massage therapy coordinated with the doctors
• Mobility + stability drills you can do at home
• 30-minute visits that respect your schedule

👉 If you push hard on the weekends, your body deserves a plan that supports you during the week.

Call 215-361-1122 to schedule your evaluation at Integrative Chiropractic Center-so you can perform better, recover faster, and enjoy every weekend without paying the price on Monday.

11/12/2025

🌧️ Feeling stiff, achy, or off today? It might not be “just you.”

When the barometric pressure drops—like it did today across our region-your body feels it.

Lower pressure means less atmospheric “push” on your joints, muscles, and connective tissues. That change can cause swelling in irritated areas, making old injuries ache and muscles tighten.
Ever notice your knee, shoulder, or neck acts up before the rain?
That’s your nervous system and soft tissue reacting to real, measurable environmental changes.

At Integrative Chiropractic Center, we see this pattern daily-especially when storms roll through. The good news? Gentle chiropractic adjustments, decompression, and Class IV laser therapy can help calm inflammation, restore mobility, and reset your system so you’re not at the mercy of the weather.

Don’t let today’s weather dictate how you feel.
✅ Call 215-361-1122 to schedule an appointment and get your body back in balance.