Spurlock Chiropractic

12/01/2025

11/27/2025

DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness) is a muscle issue caused by the bodies natural inflammatory responce to tiny tears in the muscle fibers.
This usally occurs 24 to 72 hours after a new exercise or excessive amount of exercise.
The bodies natural response to the damage is to cause inflammation which then stimulates pain receptors in the muscles which causes the pain.
Staying well hydrated will help keep muscles flexible and easier to contract and cuts down on the amount of injuries caused by overdoing it.
The DOMS usally only lasts 24 to 72 hours but if it continues to last over a week and is accompanied by bruising or swelling you can see your chiropractor and they can help you assess if this can be helped with an adjustment to help relax you which speeds up the healing process.
Call or text us today at (682) 551-4333 and we can check you out and see what can be done to help you feel better.

11/25/2025

Jujube fruit also known as Chinese red dates have various health benifits.
Some of them include being high in antioxidants, improved sleep quality, good for brain health, excellent for digestion and strengthing for immune system.
The vitamins and minerals like Vit C and potassium promotes skin and bone health.
You can safely eat 1 to 3 a day fresh Jujube fruit and get up to 75% of your daily requirement for Vit C.
You do have to be careful about eating to many dried ones because the sugar content is higher in the dried fruit and can affect your blood sugar levels.

11/22/2025

We can be as flexible as you need so call us today at (682) 551-4333 to schedule a time that works best for you.

11/20/2025

So many things we eat and use in our all about convienice lifestyles were accidents.
An example of this is cornflakes.
John Kellogg who invented the corn flakes didn't create them on purpose.
His goal in life was to have a healthy lifestyle free of sin.
Kellogg was a doctor, nutritionist and advocate for health who became the superintendent of a popular health resort in Michigan in 1875.
Kellogg believed that eating simple bland food would improve digestion and would help people steer away from carnal sin. This idea was what he called "biological living"
One day he was working with a new kind of wheat meal to use for baking bread.
He had rolled some out on a baking sheet and it accidentally got left out overnight so instead of loaves of bread it produced flakey pieces which he thought could prove to be a breakfast item. His brother William thought for a little sweetness he would add some sugar.
It was a hit at the resort and created the excellent opportunity to market it under the Kellogg name.
They also went on to later accidentally invent Grape Nuts.
As we use corn flakes as a favorite cereal, or as a ingredient in cookies or meatloaf just remember that sometimes accidents can be blessings in disguise.

11/14/2025

To live your best life text or call us today at (682) 551-4333 and schedule your next adjustment.

11/12/2025

As the busy time of year arrives try something different that's quick like these Lazy Chocolate chip cookies.

11/06/2025

Have you ever heard someone talk about strong feelings after an adjustment.
Did you think that was weird?
Actually is not weird at all and is a common normal response.
The adjustment process can release both physical and emotional tension because the nervous system is impacted.
The emotions can range from sadness and vulnerability to relief and joy and a sense of feeling lighter.
The adjustment can also release endorphins and the stress hormone cortisol. These can impact mood.
Some patients can show tears or laughter.
Bottom line is these feeling are short lived and are just a sign that the adjustment is helping heal your body.
If you want to feel your best both physically and emotionally text or call us today at (682)551-4333.

11/04/2025

We hear so much about inflammation but what is it and how does it effect our bodies?
Inflammation is the body's normal and necessary protective response to injury, infection or irritants.
It's the body's mechanism to heal itself and fight off threats.
It signals the immune system to address the problem.
It activates the cells, blood vessels and molecular mediators to get to work.
Short term inflammation is a healthy process.
For example a fever during an infection or swelling after sprain.
Long term inflammation can damage healthy cells and organs.
It is also a factor in many diseases like diabetes, arthritis and some types of cancers.
When the body detects a problem it starts the inflammation process.
It sends immune cells to area.
Blood flow increases causing area to become red and warm as the blood vessels dilate.
Fluid and cells leak through walls into tissues causing swelling. This pressure is what causes the pain.
Acute is known as short term responce that is resolved once problem is fixed.
Chronic inflammation can be very harmful. It results from persistent infections, auto immune disorders where the immune system attacts the bodies own tissues, or lifestyle factors like stress, poor diet or lack of activity.
Over time chronic inflammation leads to increased disease risk, tissue damage, auto immune diseases and mental health effects like mood disorders,depression and anxiety.
There are ways to reduce inflammation in your body.
You can adopt an anti inflammatory diet, prioritize regular to moderate exercise, make sure to get adequate sleep, manage stress and limit smoking and excessive alcohol use.
Reducing inflammation helps to keep our immune system refreshed and strong and able to heal and fight off disease risk.
Each person's system is a little different so first thing to do is learn what's best for you and do what you can to avoid things that trigger inflammation for you.