I just wanted to wish everyone a great happy new year and I want to wish everyone a prosperous one. We will be back to normal hours next week.
Every year I sit down and write out the accomplishments of the previous year, and set down goals for the next, it feels good to be able to cross a few accomplishments off. If you haven't done so, take a few minutes tomorrow and write out what you finished this year, and also write out what YOU WANT for 2009. Have a great year,
Yours In Health
Dr. Roman
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Monday, December 22, 2008
Holiday Patient Appreciation Day Photos!
I want to thank everyone for participating in this years holiday patient appreciation day. Despite losing 5lbs of water weight in the Santa outfit, I had an incredible time on Saturday. I want to thank everyone that brought us food and gifts, the staff and I all really appreciate it. I'm not sure if its fair to enjoy what I do so much, but I have such a great time in the office, and I really appreciate all of you. I hope you all have a wonderful holiday season, and a prosperous new year! Here are some of the pictures from Saturday, hope you enjoy.
Dr. Roman
Friday, December 19, 2008
Our Holiday Patient Appreciation Day!
Just a reminder for everyone, that Saturday, December 20th is our annual holiday patient appreciation day! Come join us in celebrating the holidays with food and prizes and a visit from the big guy himself. We'll be celebrating from 9-1pm saturday, and feel free to bring family and friends. Hope to see you all there.
Dr. Roman
Dr. Roman
How the CHIROPRACTOR saved Christmas!!
Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
In hopes that st. Nicholas soon would be there.
The children were nestled all snug in their beds,
While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads
And mamma in her kerchief, and I in my cap,
Had just settled our brains for a long winter’s nap.
When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter,
I sprang from the bed to see what was the matter.
Away to the window I flew like a flash,
Tore open the shutters and threw up the sash.
The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow.
Gave the luster of mid-day to objects below.
When, what to my wondering eyes should appear,
But a miniature sleigh, and eight tinny reindeer.
With a little old driver, so lively and quick,
I knew in a moment it must be st. nick
More rapid than eagles his coursers they came,
And he whistled, and shouted, and called them by name!
“Now Dasher! Now Dancer! Now Prancer and Vixen!
On, Comet! On Cupid! On Donner and Blitzen!
To the top of the porch! To the Top of the wall!
Now Dash away! Dash away! Dash Away All!
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
In hopes that st. Nicholas soon would be there.
The children were nestled all snug in their beds,
While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads
And mamma in her kerchief, and I in my cap,
Had just settled our brains for a long winter’s nap.
When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter,
I sprang from the bed to see what was the matter.
Away to the window I flew like a flash,
Tore open the shutters and threw up the sash.
The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow.
Gave the luster of mid-day to objects below.
When, what to my wondering eyes should appear,
But a miniature sleigh, and eight tinny reindeer.
With a little old driver, so lively and quick,
I knew in a moment it must be st. nick
More rapid than eagles his coursers they came,
And he whistled, and shouted, and called them by name!
“Now Dasher! Now Dancer! Now Prancer and Vixen!
On, Comet! On Cupid! On Donner and Blitzen!
To the top of the porch! To the Top of the wall!
Now Dash away! Dash away! Dash Away All!
As Dry leaves that before the wild hurricane fly,
When they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky.
so up to the house top the coursers they flew,
with the sleigh full of toys, and st. Nicholas too.
And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the roof
The prancing and pawing of each little hoof.
As I drew in my head, and was turning around,
Down the chimney, st. Nicholas came with a bound.
When a sudden shreak of pain came from his mouth,
He mustered, “Ow, me thinks me threw me back outh!”
As he limped forward, trying to muster up cheer,
I helped him walk and said,”Don’t worry st nick, have no fear!”
“for I am a chiropractor and I’ve got the magic hand”
“now just be quiet sir, and please don’t try to stand.”
Before he knew it, I layed him down on my table of healing,
All of a sudden with a sound of a pop, he started feeling.
“You’re all better now!” is all that I had to say,
And with that, he leaped up from the table and went on his way,
He spoke up and said, “you sir are a great man,
For without you……. Christmas would have been in the can!”
And laying his finger aside of his nose,
And giving a nod, up the chimney he rose!
He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle,
And away they all flew like the down of a thistle.
But I heard him exclaim, ‘ere he drove out of sight,
“happy Christmas to all, and to all a good-night”
When they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky.
so up to the house top the coursers they flew,
with the sleigh full of toys, and st. Nicholas too.
And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the roof
The prancing and pawing of each little hoof.
As I drew in my head, and was turning around,
Down the chimney, st. Nicholas came with a bound.
When a sudden shreak of pain came from his mouth,
He mustered, “Ow, me thinks me threw me back outh!”
As he limped forward, trying to muster up cheer,
I helped him walk and said,”Don’t worry st nick, have no fear!”
“for I am a chiropractor and I’ve got the magic hand”
“now just be quiet sir, and please don’t try to stand.”
Before he knew it, I layed him down on my table of healing,
All of a sudden with a sound of a pop, he started feeling.
“You’re all better now!” is all that I had to say,
And with that, he leaped up from the table and went on his way,
He spoke up and said, “you sir are a great man,
For without you……. Christmas would have been in the can!”
And laying his finger aside of his nose,
And giving a nod, up the chimney he rose!
He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle,
And away they all flew like the down of a thistle.
But I heard him exclaim, ‘ere he drove out of sight,
“happy Christmas to all, and to all a good-night”
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Fibromyalgia and Sleep Deprivation
The link between fibromyalgia (FM) and sleep is well established. Some feel FM is caused by a lack of deep sleep, which usually takes about 4 hours of continuous sleep to achieve. Overtime, the inability to fully relax due to the lack of deep sleep results in a gradual tightening of the muscles, which further prohibits deep sleep. FM symptoms include a widespread, generalized muscle aching, chronic fatigue, lack of drive, depression, irritability, gut or bowel problems, tingling or numbness, and others. It is most common in woman between 40 and 60 years of age and is the third most common rheumatologic disorders.
Because these symptoms are usually chronic (present for at least 3 months), depression is a common complaint. This is due, in part, to the inability to get enough deep sleep that, in turn, results in less patience, less tolerance, and a decreased ability to cope with every day stresses. This can lead to inactivity, weight gain, poor dietary habits and sometimes, substance abuse. Unfortunately, all of this self-perpetuates the condition and frequently, anti-depressant medication and/or herbal approaches are helpful in breaking this cycle. Sleep aids can also be helpful since this may be at the core of the condition.
Chiropractic care addresses spinal dysfunction, faulty posture as well as lifestyle issues such as stress, diet and exercise when managing the complex issues associated with fibromyalgia. Co-management with other health care partners such as counseling with a clinical psychologist may also be beneficial. If FM is secondary to a disorder such as irritable bowel syndrome, dietary management is an important treatment aspect.
Most patients with FM will benefit from increasing their activity level, gradually working towards a rigorous exercise program. Vigorous exercise increases endorphin levels, which block pain and elevates mood. The exercise approach should include both strength enhancement, such as circuit training with weights, and increasing aerobic activities, such as fast-paced walking. These have been shown in studies to help patients with both stress reduction as well as reducing the chronic fatigue associated with FM. Overall, pain levels are reduced by the addition of exercise though this may seem hard to believe since people with FM already have muscle pain. Exercise is also important in maintaining a healthy weight and improving self-confidence. If post-exercise soreness occurs after exercising, chiropractic approaches can be very beneficial.
If the side effects of medication outweigh the benefits, or if you’re looking for a non-drug approach to FM, the combination of nutrition, exercise, and chiropractic care should strongly be considered. This approach is specifically utilized at our clinic.
Yours in Health,
Dr. James Roman
Because these symptoms are usually chronic (present for at least 3 months), depression is a common complaint. This is due, in part, to the inability to get enough deep sleep that, in turn, results in less patience, less tolerance, and a decreased ability to cope with every day stresses. This can lead to inactivity, weight gain, poor dietary habits and sometimes, substance abuse. Unfortunately, all of this self-perpetuates the condition and frequently, anti-depressant medication and/or herbal approaches are helpful in breaking this cycle. Sleep aids can also be helpful since this may be at the core of the condition.
Chiropractic care addresses spinal dysfunction, faulty posture as well as lifestyle issues such as stress, diet and exercise when managing the complex issues associated with fibromyalgia. Co-management with other health care partners such as counseling with a clinical psychologist may also be beneficial. If FM is secondary to a disorder such as irritable bowel syndrome, dietary management is an important treatment aspect.
Most patients with FM will benefit from increasing their activity level, gradually working towards a rigorous exercise program. Vigorous exercise increases endorphin levels, which block pain and elevates mood. The exercise approach should include both strength enhancement, such as circuit training with weights, and increasing aerobic activities, such as fast-paced walking. These have been shown in studies to help patients with both stress reduction as well as reducing the chronic fatigue associated with FM. Overall, pain levels are reduced by the addition of exercise though this may seem hard to believe since people with FM already have muscle pain. Exercise is also important in maintaining a healthy weight and improving self-confidence. If post-exercise soreness occurs after exercising, chiropractic approaches can be very beneficial.
If the side effects of medication outweigh the benefits, or if you’re looking for a non-drug approach to FM, the combination of nutrition, exercise, and chiropractic care should strongly be considered. This approach is specifically utilized at our clinic.
Yours in Health,
Dr. James Roman
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
A BIG THANK YOU!!
I want to thank everyone who donated canned food items for our thanksgiving canned food drive. We were able to collect over 200 canned food items which went to Gwinnett area residents who really needed it this holiday season. The winners of the $50 Publix gift cards were: Ann Sawdy, Erma Johnson, and Nancy Ricke. I hope everyone has a great holiday season, and I want to remind everyone of our Holiday Patient Appreciation Day on Saturday, December 20th, from 9-1pm. I'm dressing up as Santa this year, and we'll have lots of gifts and food for everyone. Come celebrate the holidays with us.
Yours in health ,
Dr. James Roman
Yours in health ,
Dr. James Roman
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