Pigeon Chiropractic & Deer Holistic

10/31/2025

PSA: Chiropractor available on Sundays? That's me, Bay City!

10/30/2025

Is your BODY SCREAMING for HELP ??
Don't ignore it... Call Me! Bay City and Pigeon locations. 😊

10/28/2025

So many people refer to any pain in the low back, hip or leg as 'sciatica'. Sometimes it is, and sometimes it isn't. Regardless, these pains can be caused by so many different things.

1. Problems in the lumbar spine
2. Tight muscles in the back or buttocks
3. Twisted knees
4. Unstable ankles
5. Big toe issues
6. Internal problems with organs (colon, prostate, uterus, bladder and kidneys)
7. Allergies to certain materials
8. Infections
9. Pinched nerves
10. Cancer

Such a wide variety of reasons. I can help with most of these things in addition to identifying the likely cause. Call today to get the care and information to point you in the right direction! 989-453-2020

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/12792-sciatica

10/22/2025

Stiff and tight? Stretching doesn't help? Massage only giving short-term relief? You could be too loose. Underlying ligament instability makes the body overuse muscles in compensation to support the joints. This can happen due to repetitive strain, acute or chronic injuries, hormonal fluctuations and vitamin deficiencies. Come in and let me find out the cause and get you on the road to a looser, less stressed body and mind within 1-3 visits!

10/22/2025

Super thankful to be able to help all my neighbors and friends to have better health and less pain in their lives! I am blessed by those that come to me every single day ❣️

10/20/2025

POV. You come into my office for backpain. It's right acrossed your beltline. What goes through my mind? First I pay attention to your gait. How you walk in tells me alot about the mechanism of injury. Are you leaning to one side? Do you appear twisted or is one hip higher? Did you do anything specific to cause the injury? Does it hurt more when you are sitting for awhile? Or standing for awhile or both? Is getting up from a seat difficult? Or oppositely, is sitting down difficult? Can you bend over at the waist? Does it feel to you like tight muscles or sharp pain? How did it first begin? Did it happen quickly or come on slowly? Is it reoccurring or is this the first time? Did you tug or lift something in a funny way? What time of day do you feel most uncomfortable, in the morning or evening? Do you sleep awkwardly? Do you have an allergy problem either unknown or left unchecked and gone rampant? Is there a problem with urination or bowel movements? Do you have incontinence or sexual dysfunction? Could it be an infection? What about emotional triggers? Are you more stressed currently? Have you done anything out of the ordinary recently like start a new exercise regimen or get a new chair at work? Are the knees, ankles and feet involved? All this in the first few minutes! No wonder I'm mentally drained by the end of the day... But, it is also very stimulating for my ADD mind! I thoroughly enjoy my work because I never know what new puzzle will walk through my door! Call me today and come into the office so my brain can figure out the puzzle that is you!
989-453-2020
See you soon!

10/19/2025

The "Sweet Spot" as I refer to it in your neck is a place that I focus on to affect many other parts of your body. It involves the nerve roots of C4 and C5 mostly. I have a technique that basically 'calms' down the entire nervous system by utilizing trigger point therapy on this area while you move in certain repetitive actions (akin to active release therapy) to provoke a response where the brain learns not to respond to that stimuli. It helps with so many issues! Here is a description of what impingements on these nerve roots can lead to if not corrected:
A C4 impingement refers to pressure at the fourth cervical vertebra in the neck, which is a high-level spinal cord area. This problem often results in diaphragm dysfunction, requiring interventions for breathing assistance. It also can affect ALL four limbs, though degree can vary, as well as impair bowel and bladder control, and potential autonomic dysfunction, dys- reflexia and skin irritations.
A C5 impingement can lead to a partial numbness or paralysis of the arms AND legs, but preserves shoulder and some neck muscle control. Individuals with a C5 injury can experience paralysis or other neurological issue below the shoulders, including hands and fingers. Breathing may be affected and potential complications include respiratory issues, autonomic dysreflexia, and the need for rehabilitation and support.

These areas are extremely important in maintaining normal functioning of the entire body. Come in to experience the great relief that comes to my patients when I work in these areas. Its miraculous in some cases. The ability to move in ways you had thought were impossible again-- Priceless! All this without pharmaceutical intervention!

10/16/2025

So, I’ve been asked my opinion on GERD, acid reflux, indigestion. Well, it is an interesting illness with multiple factors to consider.
Nutritional
First and foremost, it is usually exacerbated by diet. Most people who have it often say that spicy and acidic foods bother them. However, sometimes it is helpful to use an acidic food to eliminate symptoms, like apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, mustard or dill pickles ( thus the side of pickle with your sandwich everywhere)... The reason for this is innate. The body intrinsically craves balance and is always reacting to things that we take in. So, if I eat a lot of acidic things, my stomach tells my brain that the acid ratio is off and things need to be buffered. So, my brain sends signals to recover calcium from other parts of my body (wherever it has stashed it and can most easily be reabsorbed) and uses that calcium to put into my stomach in order for it to buffer the acid imbalance and regain the proper PH levels. So, there is the rub! Which acid foods cause irritation and which will make your body respond properly and result in alkalizing your system? I believe it is unique to the individual but there is a list you can use for reference.

http://www.rense.com/1.mpicons/acidalka.htm

On the other hand, using tums/ rolaids only causes the opposite to occur…. The body begins to produce more acid to keep up with balancing the buffering effect of the antacid. Not to mention, our body finds the calcium in tums fairly unabsorbable so it just stuffs it into nooks and crannies…. That’s why so many people find themselves eating one tums after another its a negative feedback loop!

Probiotics is important for gut health as well. But make sure you are getting the right kind of probiotic. It should brag on the label that it has a special coating that makes sure the microflora reach the small intestine. There, the bacteria should recolonize and proliferate so that a 30 day treatment should be enough for oral dosing.

Organs
Another factor to consider is organ system dysfunction. Usually, it is a combination of pancreas, gall bladder and liver dysfunction that makes our digestion suffer. This can generally be corrected, however, through nutrition, supplements and Chiropractic Manipulative Reflex Technique.

Structural / Biomechanical
Structurally, a high rib cage (all the ribs seem to be pushed upward and together) or, the sternum is literally pushed into the chest. This creates pressure on the stomach/ esophageal hiatus and can sometimes lead to a hiatal hernia which will allow excess acid to leak upward into the esophagus, causing irritation. Also, digestion is run by the nervous system and the spinal nerves associated with digestion come from the upper-middle back between the shoulder blades. Impingement on these can have a serious impact on digestive health. These factors can most definitely be corrected through chiropractic care. :)

Allergies or side effects from Medications
Some medications can also cause these issues.

http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/gerd/expert-answers/heartburn-gerd/faq-20058535

http://www.everydayhealth.com/gerd/treating-gerd/medications-that-worsen-reflux.aspx

Emotional
Finally, something to consider....High stress levels can make your chest constrict. This will have an overall negative effect on digestive health. Sometimes, too, people have pressure in their chest from 'swallowing their words'…. They literally over-swallow in order to keep themselves from saying things out loud. Communication and talking things out is generally helpful for chest and throat constriction.

Certain medicines can make symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) worse. Learn more.

10/07/2025

Wondering about services?
Dr. Julia Deer, Holistic Chiropractor:
Here are some of the things we offer in addition to our several traditional styles of chiropractic care:
☆Optimal Function Philosophy☆
1. Brain function and nervous system regulation - creating balance (homeostasis) within your body.
2. Organ reflexology utilizing C.M.R.T. Chiropractic Manipulative Reflex Technique (historically referred to as "bloodless surgery")
3. Muscle testing and Applied Kinesiology - Assessing and positively affecting organ systems through muscle strength analysis and neurological trigger points.
4. Sacro- Occipital technique (S.O.T.) to retrain loose ligaments and joint instabilities.
5. Joint mobilization and rehab for increasing Range of Motion in immobilized or "frozen" areas of the body.
6. Balance and equilibrium training to increase stability while walking or standing in place (post- stroke/ surgery/ or just degeneration over time...)
7. Post-surgical re-education to learn the optimal biomechanics for your particular body.
8. Neuro-Emotional training to calm stress systems and reduce anger, anxiety and depression through hands-on light touch therapies.
9. Self-Control behavioral techniques to increase mindfulness, attention and focus while calming spontaneous actions/ reactions to external and internal stimuli. (Most helpful to those patients dealing with symptoms of ADD, ADHD, OCD anger and anxiety)
10. Nutritional Counseling including muscle testing for food sensitivities and other allergies as well as finding nutrient deficiency or overloads in your system.
11. Supplement advice - Brown Bag all your supplements and bring them in so that we can determine any necessity for specific vitamins/supplements and your correct dosages.
12. Hormone balancing with food or supplementation along with training for you to recognize your own symptoms and balance yourself hormonally, with ease.
13. Cranial /facial bones alignment including ears, nose, orbits (eyes), sinuses, etc.
14. TMJ correction through light touch, gentle jaw adjustments.
15. Allergy specific muscle-testing and allergy elimination treatments.

10/07/2025

I often get asked, "What is a Holistic Chiropractor?"

I am a specialist chiropractor. I specialize in hard cases when regular spinal adjustments are not "holding" their position. Not only do I adjust the spine, but also align extremities, organs and the skull. "Holistic" chiropractors look at the whole body as a single unit and determine where the breakdown is occurring in communication between the brain and the body. They are then able to correct any issues through manipulation and resetting of the nervous system. I utilize multiple techniques to help my patients on many different levels including structural, biomechanical, emotional, digestive, hormonal, psychological and organ function.
I've developed my own unique style and technique along with a personal philosophy and approach to whole body health. Depending on the needs and preferences of a patient, I am able to tailor fit a care plan to each individual within their own comfort level... anywhere from traditional low force adjusting to completely non-force adjusting styles.
In addition to spinal manipulation, I have a comprehensive approach including Kinesiology, Chiropractic Manipulative Reflex Technique to regulate organ systems, post-surgical and chronic illness rehabilitative care and muscle testing to regulate hormone imbalances through whole foods or supplements. Each body tells a story, and I act as a capable interpreter. I discover what nutrients/ body chemicals and hormone imbalances may be playing a role in your organ's dysfunctions and also may be keeping you from optimal wellness.
Most patients find long-term relief within just a few treatments spread out over the course of three to six weeks.

Holistic Chiropractor, Dr. Julia Deer practicing multiple natural techniques♡