#7: 5 Tips on Backpack Safety
The Blessed Body Podcast
As summer ends, we begin to turn our attention to the new school year. While school supplies are important, one of the most important things needed for your child is a proper backpack. So, which backpack do you buy? Your child may be a 6-year-old and in 1st grade or you may have a high school daughter who wants a cool new backpack for the upcoming year. Do you choose the most ergonomically correct pack or choose the latest new style? What does ergonomic even mean? It can all be too much! Finding the right backpack is definitely a...
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#6: Telemedicine In Response to the Coronavirus
The Blessed Body Podcast
Not since the Spanish Flu pandemic of 1918 has the United States seen as drastic of a challenge to its healthcare system as it is right now. In response to this change, the world has quickly adapted to allow doctors better access to their patients while providing for prescribed social distancing. While the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19 is spreading across the globe, patients who are at high risk due to weaker immune systems are mandated to stay at home. While this is good practical advice, how can these patients safely keep up with their own routine...
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#5: 4 Health Benefits of Gratitude
The Blessed Body Podcast
When we give gratitude, we receive something precious in return…better health! And not just physical health, but mental, emotional, and relational health improves as a result of gratitude as well. Below are some of the health benefits of gratitude: Reduced Blood Pressure According to one study, patients with hypertension who “count their blessings” at least once per week enjoyed a noticeable decrease in blood pressure (Shipon, 1977). A thankful heart is a healthy heart! Increased Exercise Frequency While not an effective “fast weight loss” plan, gratefulness can help you...
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#4: What is Chiropractic?
The Blessed Body Podcast
Did you know that the practice of chiropractic has been around for over 100 years and is the second-largest healing profession in the world? In this episode, Dr. Matthew Gilbert talks about the history of chiropractic as well as why it's an effective form of pain relief and helps regulate overall health. Your body has a built-in ability to heal itself. Chiropractic is safe, non-evasive healthcare that aims to work with your body whenever possible. Putting the spine into better alignment gives relief and takes the pressure off nerves allowing the brain to communicate effectively and...
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#3: Our Approach to Healthcare
The Blessed Body Podcast
Do you think we live in a healthy country? The United States makes up only 4.2% of the world’s population, and that 4.2% outspends the entire rest of the world on healthcare. We have the most expensive healthcare in the world, bar none. We consume over 75% of the world’s medications, and when it comes to one certain prescription, opioids, the United States is responsible for over 90% of the world’s consumption. But that's not the worst of it. The third leading cause of death in the United States was side effects from medical treatment. Out of 225,000 per year, over 106,000 of those were...
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#2: Why the Blessed Body?
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In this episode, Dr. Gilbert’s wife, Rachael, shares the story behind why our show name – The Blessed Body Podcast. We believe your body is blessed, not cursed because you are a child of God. We strive to be a light in the medical community and are excited for this opportunity to speak life over you wherever you’re listening. Numbers 6:24-26, “The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.” Find out more about at .
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#1: The Back & Body Story
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Welcome to The Blessed Body podcast! In our debut episode, Dr. Matthew Gilbert shares the story of how he shifted his career from personal trainer to chiropractor after a painful back injury. He also talks about why he established to integrate chiropractic techniques with family medicine to provide patients of all ages in the Lewisville area with the best medical, chiropractic, and rehabilitation services around. At in Lewisville, the goal of treatment is to help each patient manage their pain and health issues long-term and live life to the fullest. Find out more at .
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The Blessed Body Podcast Trailer
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Hosted by the founder of The Back & Body Clinic, Dr. Matthew Gilbert, D.C., The Blessed Body Podcast will feature conversations with our team of medical experts who will share unique health tips, Godly encouragement, and personal stories to help you receive a more blessed body.
info_outlineAs summer ends, we begin to turn our attention to the new school year. While school supplies are important, one of the most important things needed for your child is a proper backpack.
So, which backpack do you buy?
Your child may be a 6-year-old and in 1st grade or you may have a high school daughter who wants a cool new backpack for the upcoming year. Do you choose the most ergonomically correct pack or choose the latest new style? What does ergonomic even mean? It can all be too much!
Finding the right backpack is definitely a challenge. To help, our chiropractors have shared some tips on what to look for when back to school shopping for that perfect backpack.
Rules to follow:
- Look for thick, cushioned straps that will sit high on the shoulder of your child. Adjust the straps on your child’s shoulders so that the backpack is resting on muscle and not the outer bones of your child's shoulders.
- Some space between your child's back and the backpack is needed. Position the straps so that roughly 2-3 inches of space is between their low back and the backpack. This allows for adequate airflow and spacing.
- Too much weight is a challenge with all the materials children are bringing home for school work these days. The American Chiropractic Association recommends that a backpack be filled with no more than 10-15% of your child's weight. For example, a 100lb child should only have 10-15lbs of weight on his or her back. If that seems impossible, then a rolling backpack may be a better option. If your child is asked to carry more weight than is recommend and a rolling backpack is not allowed, then you may consider buying more than one of the same book. That way, your child can have one copy at school and the other at home.
- Ask your child to place in their backpack the appropriate items needed for school only. Leave the extra toys, nicknacks, and doodads at home.
- Finally, adjust the straps so that they are pulling inward and not just downward. When looking from the back, your child's backpack straps should resemble the top of an X more than an H. This places less pressure on your neck and allows your child more movability while wearing their backpack.
If you or your child suffer from pain associated with wearing a backpack, then let the trained professionals at The Back & Body Clinic help you. We take an integrated team approach to healthcare by allowing our medical and chiropractic providers to work together to better serve you. We are a primary care clinic providing family and physical medicine treatments to all ages.
Contact us today to schedule your appointment and see how we can best serve you.