Tosk Chiropractic

10/19/2021

After 44 years of providing chiropractic care in the Berkshires, I will be retiring as of November 18th, 2021. Dr. Anthony Barone, a chiropractor with 37 years experience and who uses similar adjusting techniques, will be taking over the practice. He and his wife Alexandra will also be operating a non-profit organization 'Rejoice Children's Services' on the web .rejoicechildren.org.
My patient records will be available by written request until 11/18/2021.
It has been a privilege to have served your health needs all these years!

"Our mission is to provide natural and essential healthcare to every child locally and globally regardless of their ability to pay"

06/09/2020

Keeping the immune system strong is vital for health and for recovery if one should fall ill.
The CDC has stated that Covid 19 "is a viral pneumonia so antibiotics are of no use.. The antivirals we have for the flu will not work and there is no vaccine. Recovery will depend on the strength of the immune system."
Here are some tips to complement immune system efficiency:
Don't smoke.
Exercise regularly.
Get plenty of rest.
Keep alcohol consumption to a minimum.
Eat a diet of whole foods.
Increase personal hygiene such as more frequent hand-washing, gloves or masks when appropriate, sanitizing phones and tablets etc..
Minimize stress (easier said than done) with deep breathing, meditation, yoga, walking, getting organized and planning for the future.
Vitamins A, C and D.

04/20/2020

Show Your Back And Shoulders Some TLC With This Double-Feature Workout:

Twice the toning in half the time.

04/08/2020

Experts' tips on how to eat healthily while stuck at home under a lockdown:

If you're struggling to stay healthy during self-isolation, perhaps because you're relying too much on convenience foods or stress eating, then we've rounded up some expert advice on how you can shop healthily and eat healthily during a lockdown period. Sabina Valentine, a nutrition expe...

04/08/2020

Slouching your makeshift office chair? These 5 stretches can help:

Are you slouching more than usual in your makeshift workspace? Here's a quick fix to help you stretch, strengthen and straighten up.

04/03/2020

Sitting All Day Is Bad. This 10-Minute Stretching Routine Will Help:

Sitting all day wreaks havoc on the body. Here's how to reset and recenter.

04/01/2020

To Our Patients:
In light of these unprecedented times, our office wants to inform you that we are taking this current situation very seriously.
Because we are an integral part of the heath care system in our community, we are keeping our doors open to provide pro-active care for our patients.
We will continue to serve our patients and minimize the need to visit urgent care centers for the treatment of acute pain syndromes.
We are constantly taking measures, above and beyond, to disinfect any equipment after every use and office surfaces multiple times per day. Staff are required to stay home at the slightest hint of fever or other symptoms.
We are spacing patient appointments to maintain social distancing.
If you are experiencing coughing, fever or shortness of breath please postpone your appointment and consult with your P*P.
The best way that I know to help you through this health threat is by supporting your body. We do this through chiropractic care.and recommended nutritional supplements, as needed, to influence the body's immune response.
Moderate physical activity, proper hand washing hygiene,etc, 7 hours of sleep a night if possible, avoidance of sugars and processed foods as well as minimizing alcohol consumption will all help with keeping your resistance and immune system functioning at its best.
According to the current information available, over 95% of those affected by this virus have mild symptoms and fully recover.
So every day, try to make more health promoting lifestyle choices rather than disease promoting choices.
Tough times never last; tough people do!

03/27/2020

Poor Sleep Hurts Your Heart:

Title: Poor Sleep Hurts Your Heart. Summary: Women who suffer from poor-quality sleep are putting their heart health at risk, and now we now at least one reason why: unhealthy food choices. Specifically, researchers have discovered that women...