Stay Well Between Visits: Simple Habits That Support Your Care

Of course, getting adjusted is one of the best things you can do for your spine and your overall health. But what about the periods between chiropractic visits? Dr. Steve encourages patients to support their spinal health not just in the office, but daily through small, consistent actions.

That includes moving often, prioritizing nutrition (put the chips and cookies away), and managing stress. These healthy habits help maintain the progress made during chiropractic adjustments and promote long-term well-being.

Balance, Strength, and the Exercise Ball

One of Dr. Steve’s go-to recommendations? The gym ball. Whether you have one at home or bring it to work, it’s a game-changer for core strength and joint health. Gentle movements, such as rocking side to side or making figure eights, engage deep muscles and activate balance sensors in your body.

Keep It Simple: Move Daily

You don’t need to be a hardcore CrossFitter or long-distance runner to reap the rewards of exercise. Even a short walk around the block can make a difference. Dr. Steve emphasizes the importance of regular walking for patients who spend most of their day at workstations. Moving the hips, knees, and spine boosts circulation and supports metabolic activity—something that sitting can stall completely.

Nutrition: Fuel Your Healing

While you don’t have to subsist on kale smoothies or green juices (though those are great for you), leveling up your nutrition can pay big dividends healthwise. In addition to eating whole, nutrient-dense foods, Dr. Steve encourages patients to take a basic multivitamin and explore applied kinesiology testing to check for bacterial, viral, or gut health issues.

Conditions like leaky gut are often addressed at the practice. “One-third of your health is what you eat and what you put into your body,” he explains. “Another third is mechanical…and the other third is mental health.”​