Health and beauty are unmistakably interconnected; One cannot exist without the other.
While most of us pay a tremendous amount of attention to our looks, spending time and money on multiple products and services that promise to make us be more beautiful, we often pay less attention to the essential aspects of our wellbeing.
Georgetown University estimates that nearly 65 million Americans have suffered an episode of back pain with as many as 16 million suffering from chronic back pain. How can you lead a fulfilling life if you´re suffering? The problem lies in our own mental patterns, oftentimes we look for quick fixes like pills, which only mute the pain but don´t solve the underlying condition generating it.
Dr. Matt Delgado is the highest rated chiropractor in Austin, Texas and a leading health and wellness figure nationwide. He firmly believes in the importance of helping others feel good and live better.
Recently, we spoke with Dr. Delgado – head of the acclaimed Lifespring Chiropractic practice – and he believes that beauty and health are intimately related. It is virtually impossible and positively unsustainable to look good if you don´t feel good.
In a recent interview, Dr. Delgado shared a few recommendations for those looking to feel and look their best:
What are the main benefits of a chiropractic alignment?
The benefits of seeing a chiropractor regularly include having a healthy spine, nervous system, and surrounding joints. This leads to a pain free high quality of life Aside from living with less pain, many people notice better movement, and better function of their body which translates to improved posture, better sleep, energy, and mood! A lot of times we live with pain and tension in our body because we have had it for years and believe that we just have to live that way! This is the furthest thing from the truth. We have the power to change our health at any age in life. The earlier we stack health habits in our favor, the better health we will have for life!
We notice you’re very active on social media, in your opinion what is the secret to building a great community?
Build relationships! I started my social media accounts when I opened my business in 2017 with no clue how to use them effectively. Luckily I’ve had friends help me to use best practices and also find my voice. I’ve found that as long as I give value, have fun, and try to relate to other people, that great opportunities keep happening! I think we get into trouble when we purely use something to “sell people” rather than to find meaningful connection.
What are some of the illnesses or conditions that can be prevented by the treatments you provide?
While we do not claim to cure or treat any disease, we do see people heal or improve from many different types of conditions. Some of the most common things we see people benefit from include arthritis, degenerative disc disease, tendonitis, bursitis, sciatica, spinal stenosis, and scoliosis. Outside of the joints of the spine, we also see amazing results. This is because the spine and nervous system influences the health of the entire human body. As we improve its health, we see the body return to normal, optimal function. When this happens, symptoms of many kinds tend to disappear. Some of the conditions we see improve include autoimmune conditions, vertigo, tinnitus, ear infections, anxiety, and depression.
Are there any age restrictions for chiropractic work?
No! I have adjusted babies that were as young as 4 days old. Typically, birth is the first trauma of life as we get turned or twisted through the birth canal, even under the most optimal conditions. Moms typically bring in kids for things such as ear infections, allergies, torticollis, and colic as they understand that chiropractor get great results with these types of cases. While people may think this is dangerous, it is actually very gentle and extremely safe. There is no twisting or popping but rather just a sustained contact with a very light amount of pressure on the spine. Think of the amount of pressure you’d touch your eyelid with if you were rubbing it. This is all the force needed to make an adjustment to a baby!