Why Get your Babies Adjusted? A Few FAQs For You

Week-old Molly Jo getting adjusted by her Mommy Mandy's chiropractor in TX

Last month, we have a friend in Texas who had a baby (#5!!) and posted on her Facebook status a week post-delivery that she and her hubby got their new baby girl adjusted by their chiropractor.  I was very amused with the ensuing lively discussion among her friends and blog followers in response to this. It was amazing the lack of knowledge that surrounds this topic.  But, I know that this lack of knowledge is the fault of our profession for not properly educating, not to mention big pharma and media for ahem, withholding valuable information about the huge benefits of early chiropractic adjustments. It spurred me to "interview" Dr. Wayne with some of the FAQs that I'm sure many responsible parents have:


Q: Why adjust a new baby?
A: Delivery is often the first trauma a new baby suffers.  The cervical spine often gets malpositioned, especially during a rushed, hurried birthing process.


Q: What health benefits result from an infant adjustment?
A: Without an adjustment following delivery, a baby's nerve flow in his/her cervical spine gets compromised from the brain stem to the rest of the body.  Results from correcting this malposition are often very profound. Some of the health challenges that can be avoided are ear infections, digestive problems like constipation and reflux and breathing problems like asthma and allergies.  


Q: How soon can the benefits be seen?
A: Immediately.  Babies don't have muscle calcifications, spurring and a lot of previous trauma like an adult. 


Q: Is it safe?
A: Well, we will answer this by passing on some numbers.  Malpractice insurance companies do their homework and keep track of damages and lawsuits from practitioners treating infants and kiddos.  Dr. Wayne's malpractice insurance premium is under $1,000 per calendar year. Pediatricians pay on average $12,500 per year (modernmedicine.com) Obstetricians and gynecologists fork over premium rates per calendar year ranging from $85,000 to as much as $200,000, depending on the state.  


Have further questions?  Please ask: drwaynedc@gmail.com.  We have nothing to hide.

Adrenal Health Talk Recap from Prairie Market

In case you weren't in the audience at Prairie Market last week, here are the notes that were handed out.  There was a great crowd...somewhere between 20 and 25 listening ears.  We are so tickled for this winning alliance with Prairie Market in Harrison, AR. 

Adrenal Fatigue: An Epidemic in our Stressed-Out World

So what’s the big deal about the adrenal gland?
The adrenal gland helps you respond to stress & or changes in your environment

• When this gland is fatigued due to ongoing stressors and pressures,

it leads to:

1. High blood pressure
2. Digestive disturbances

(Acid reflux, IBS, gas & bloating)

3. Weight gain – especially around the midsection
4. Joint pain
5. Disrupted sleep
6. Diminished sex drive and hormonal imbalance

• Sleep wake cycle disruption:

- Cortisol must drop, melatonin must go up.  Many people have inverted day & night      chemistry

- Restoring the adrenal gland is essential to helping you be awake and alert during the day and unconscious at night.

• Dr. Wayne’s adrenal health recommendations: clinical and do-it-yourself remedies:

1. Adrenal Supplement - Prairie Market has a good one.  Need to watch out for  adrenal supplements that have licorice if hypertension is a concern.

2. Acupuncture - Balance the meridians to right your world.

3. Chiropractic - Have sacrum and cervicals adjusted regularly.

4. Settle down for sleep. Lights Out, TV off, Shhhhhh!

5. Create peace for yourself - decide, forgive, etc.

Emilee's 35# Weight Loss Story

Remember Emilee? Look at her now! Doesn't she look GREAT? We have asked her to give us a progress report. Let's hear it from her:  


"Today marks the 44th day I’ve been on our Shape ReClaimed program. In just under 7 weeks, I have lost nearly 35 pounds. My complexion is clear, I have tons of energy, I’m sleeping better, and my overall health has improved tremendously. My weight loss slowed after week 3, but with the help of Dr. Tompkins, we were able to make modifications to my program to help promote further success. It was during this time I learned the importance of not pushing my body too hard and following the advice of my doctor. After this realization I began shedding pounds once again. The weight loss was at a slower rate, but I continued losing size. 


I’d like to say the program is the easiest thing in the world, but I will be the first to admit there have been challenging days and I have cheated a few times. These “cheats” halted my progress for a day or two, but I learned on these days how different I feel towards unhealthy foods. During Phase 1, my relationship with food has been altered considerably.  Eating high starch and sugar foods is simply not worth the negative effects it has on my body. The longer I stay on the program, the more I realize it is not necessarily to lose weight (although it is an awesome side effect), but rather maintain my health and the way I feel day in and day out. I am thrilled with the results I have had thus far, both mentally and physically, and I am looking forward to what the next few weeks have in store. Only 23 more pounds to go!  

The Health Department's "Whoops" About Local Whooping Cough Outbreak

An interesting message came on the radio yesterday from the Taney County Department of Public Health.  I perked up my ears because it was announced that there were 4 cases of whooping cough (pertussis) in our local county over the last month.  The public health spokesman said that was a bit of a red flag.  (agreed)  Then she said the greatest prevention of whooping cough was vaccination…and that two of the cases were children who had not been vaccinated.  It’s what she didn’t say that got my attention.  If two children were not vaccinated, then implied in that statement is that two children were vaccinated…and they still got whooping cough.  I’m not writing this to stir up the vaccination controversy.  Vaccination is a very personal decision and not an uncomplicated one.  My point is this:  based on this little example…the vital lesson is that we all keep our immune system functioning at its optimum in order to keep threatening illnesses like this at bay.  

So…as a good parent you ask "what do we do instead?" Here is what Dr. Wayne recommends:
 1. lets keep our children away from sugar & processed foods.  We can promote plenty of fresh fruits, veggies and good quality lean meat instead.  (Believe me…based on experience they really do get a taste for this).
  2.lets make sure our children are getting regular chiropractic adjustments to ensure the brain is communicating with the body without any interference 
 3. we can  restore balance by stimulating acupuncture alarm points  (can be done by hand instead of needles on little people).

Cough Juice: A Recipe from Talia

Talia Marin

Dear Daddy's Patient:

I had a bad cough.  I think my friends at school shared it with me.  It made it hard to lay down and sleep.  My mommy looked up a recipe in Reader's Digest: Home Remedies and made it for me.  It really helped. I want to share it with you, in case you have a cough.

Cough Juice
A few slices of fresh Ginger Root
A few slices of fresh Onion
2-3 Garlic cloves, minced
Honey, enough to cover ingredients

Place ingredients in saucepan on stove.  Boil them for about 15 minutes.  Strain pulp and save juice.  Let it cool.  Refrigerate.

I surprised my mommy and daddy by drinking this without fussing.  It helped me and I hope it helps you. Beware, your kisses may be a little smelly!

Love, Talia Marin
Age 3.75

Symptom Elimination

There's nothing that gives a wellness doctor a "high" like hearing a patient report that they have 50% or more improvement in their symptoms.  This was the case for "Anita", a late-20s, female, long-distance patient.

Take a look at Anita's list of original symptoms:
Arthritis pain
Severe endometriosis - dehabilitating cramping every day
Disrupted sleep
Low energy
Irritable Bowel Syndrome - stomach pains
Runny Nose

Now look at Anita's symptoms, with improvements detailed, 6 months later:
Arthritis Pain - 90% better
Severe endometriosis - cramping every 2 weeks
Disrupted sleep - working on this by treating adrenal gland and changing schedule
Low energy - 50-75% improved
Irritable Bowel Syndrome - 80% improved
Runny Nose - still working on this as it is closely related to adrenal fatigue

So now you ask, how did she do it?

First of all, she is motivated and stuck to the plan that Dr. Wayne outlined for her that included a strict anti-inflammatory diet, Standard Process supplements, frequent urinalyses, and phone consults.  To learn more about what a plan would look like for you, email drwaynedc@gmail.com.

Emilee's Weight Loss Journey

I recently decided to try out the Shape Reclaimed Program after seeing the positive effects it had on the patients at Tompkins Wellness Center. When I first began working at TWC, my health was far from ideal. Due to a knee injury in 2011, I was unable to exercise and my eating habits slowly become less and less healthy. In one year I put on 45 pounds and the effects of the weight started to interfere with my daily routines. My self esteem was decreasing, I had low energy, difficulty sleeping, joint pain, headaches, and I was easily winded. I hit a point where I realized I no longer wanted to live with these symptoms and decided to start Shape Reclaimed. 

Today, January 27, 2012, is my 16^th day on the program and I have lost 17 pounds. Not only have I had great results thus far, but the way in which I achieved the weight loss was healthy and not due to starvation. Because the program is made specific to me and guided by a doctor, we were able to change my diet to adequately meet my body’s needs and ensure healthy weight loss. Along with the decrease in weight, I have ample amounts of energy and I have found a new source of motivation to get through the occasional sugar cravings. 

Although I am thrilled with the program and the results I am seeing, there are some areas that I find challenging. I am a person who has a definite sweet tooth. Eliminating sugar from my diet was difficult, and the first week was incredibly hard. I actually went through a detox period where I had intense cravings that affected my mood and energy level. Now, these cravings have slowly declined, but I still have days where I crave starches and sugars. Also, with rapid weight loss it easy to become accustomed to losing a few pounds every day. Now that I have less to lose, the rate at which I lose weight has slowed and I have learned not to put too much emphasis on what the scale reads every morning. Although my weight in pounds has slowed, I am still burning fat and losing inches. 

As I start my third week on the program, I can already tell my relationship with food has changed forever. I know this may sound like a dramatic statement, but the effects of eating healthy far outweigh the desire to eat unhealthy foods. Overall, I am a much happier and energetic person. I feel great and wonder how I lived before I started the program.