Strawn Chiropractic and Wellness Center

04/02/2026

Why Sitting All Day Causes Mid-Back Pain

Sitting for long periods encourages a rounded thoracic spine posture.

Over time this can lead to:
• tight chest muscles
• weak upper back muscles
• reduced thoracic mobility
• increased stress on spinal joints

The result?
Dull, achy mid-back discomfort that builds throughout the day.
Movement breaks and posture awareness can make a huge difference.

Reach out to us if you have mid back pain and you sit at a desk most of the day.

03/31/2026

What Mid-Back Pain Actually Is

When people say their mid-back hurts, they often think it’s just muscle tightness.

But mid-back pain can come from several sources:
• Thoracic joint restriction
• Muscle tension (rhomboids, traps)
• Poor posture from prolonged sitting
• Limited thoracic mobility

Your thoracic spine plays a huge role in:
• posture
• breathing mechanics
• shoulder movement

When it stops moving well, other areas start compensating.

Comment “MIDBACK” if this is something you deal with regularly and need some assistance with!

03/31/2026

🦠 Parasites That Affect the Human Body 🦠

1️⃣ Tapeworm (Taenia solium)
Absorbs nutrients from the host, which can lead to deficiencies and weight loss over time.

2️⃣ Roundworm (Ascaris lumbricoides)
Causes irritation in the intestines and may interfere with normal digestion.

3️⃣ Liver Fluke (Fasciola hepatica)
Affects the liver and bile ducts, putting stress on internal organs and disrupting function.

4️⃣ Pinworm (Enterobius vermicularis)
Triggers immune responses and causes itching and discomfort, especially at night.

5️⃣ Hookworm (Ancylostoma duodenale)
Feeds on blood, which may result in anemia, fatigue, and weakness.

03/29/2026

Substitution For Human Milk 🥛

03/28/2026

Recovery Stack for Active Adults

A simple recovery approach for active adults:
1️⃣ Protein – supports muscle repair
2️⃣ Creatine – supports strength and cellular energy
3️⃣ Collagen – supports connective tissue health

Recovery still also depends on the basics:
• Sleep
• Stress management 
• Whole food nutrition

Supplements help support the process and can be very beneficial to overall health and well being!

Comment “RECOVERY” and we’ll send it over for you and call for 25% off today off supplement bundle!

03/28/2026

03/28/2026

If you’re working on steady energy, balanced blood sugar, or reducing inflammation, label reading matters.

Sugar doesn’t always show up as “sugar.” In fact, it hides behind dozens of different names on food labels, many of them sounding harmless, natural, or even healthy. If you’re trying to be more mindful about what you eat, knowing these sneaky aliases can change everything.

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03/26/2026

Collagen & Joint Health

Your joints rely on strong connective tissue.

Collagen supports:
• Tendons
• Ligaments
• Cartilage
• Joint integrity

It can be helpful for:
• runners
• lifters
• weekend athletes 
• patients working through joint rehab

Collagen is often paired with vitamin C to support collagen synthesis.

Comment “JOINTS” if you want more information and call for 25% off today for supplement purchase!

03/25/2026

Creatine Isn’t Just for Bodybuilders

Creatine is one of the most researched supplements in sports science.

Benefits include:
• Increased strength output
• Improved high-intensity performance
• Support for muscle recovery
• Brain energy support and function

Creatine isn’t just for bodybuilders.
It can benefit:
• athletes
• any active adults
• people focused on strength and longevity

DM “CREATINE” if you want guidance on dosing and give us a call for 25% off today when purchasing!

03/24/2026

Protein for Recovery!

Most active adults don’t eat enough protein.

Protein helps with:
• Muscle repair
• Recovery after workouts/activity
• Strength adaptations
• Maintaining lean muscle mass

General guideline for active individuals:
~0.7–1 gram of protein per pound of body weight depending on training level. Whole foods should be the foundation. Protein powder can help fill the gap.

This is one of the protein supplements we recommend to patients. Comment “PROTEIN” if you want help calculating your daily intake and call for 25% off today for supplement purchase!

03/23/2026

Recovery isn’t just about adjustments. To help your body repair and adapt, you need the right building blocks.

Three supplements we often discuss with active patients:

• Protein → supports muscle repair
• Creatine → supports strength and cellular energy
• Collagen → supports tendon and ligament health

When movement, strength training, and nutrition work together, recovery improves significantly.

Save this post if you train regularly. And reach out to us if you are interested in purchasing any supplements!

03/20/2026

Top-Notch Deep Tissue Technique