Monthly Archives: July 2011

The 4 Most Common Running Injuries

During the summer months, running is an activity that picks up in popularity.  Its a great way to boost cardiovascular health.  However, it can also place a lot of stress on the musculoskeletal structure of your body. Your chiropractor often … Continue reading

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The Importance of Water for Your Health

As summer is upon us, we often spend more time under the sun and engaged in physical activities.  It’s vital that you keep your body well hydrated.  Why is water so important for our health? Just look at how many … Continue reading

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Little-Known Syndrome Affects 50 Million

Its a dangerous health condition that affects a staggering 50 million people in North America.  If you’re diagnosed with it, your chances of developing coronary artery disease, stroke or diabetes greatly increases.  The health community has been aware of the … Continue reading

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Chiropractic and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Have you been suffering from fatigue for several months without reason?  Have you endured continuing joint pain that seem unrelated to overuse, injury or illness?  May you’ve also had trouble sleeping and suffer from moodiness. While these symptoms are linked … Continue reading

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Excessive Sweating: Embarrassing Problem Affecting Millions

It impacts over 10 million people in North America, but only 30% of those affected seek treatment for the embarrassing and socially-inhibiting problem of excessive sweating.  Sufferers of this condition report a dramatic negative effect on their ability to socialize. … Continue reading

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What is a Chiropractic Lifestyle?

Chiropractic and the “chiropractic lifestyle” are about promoting healthy and balanced systems in the body, to move each person towards optimal health.The chiropractic lifestyle is a process where people undergo their care for a long period of time. Chiropractic is … Continue reading

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The Long Term Benefits of Chiropractic Care

The short term benefits of chiropractic care are felt almost instantly when a patient gets adjusted by Dr. Ruiz and his team of chiropractors. The short term benefits include relief from pain, improved mobility, relief from muscle tension and headaches. … Continue reading

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Children and Chiropractic Care

Many parents wonder how soon, if at all, should they bring in their children for chiropractic care. Dr. Ruiz has adjusted newborns that arrived fresh from the hospital and are on their way home. As a child at age 12, … Continue reading

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Welcome To Our Health Blog

Welcome to our Health Blog! It is our goal at Monterey Family Chiropractic Care to inform the community in general about the benefits of chiropractic care.  May you and your family benefit from the informative health tips found within our … Continue reading

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