What Can I Do About Rounded Shoulders?
Rounded shoulders are so common, we may not even need to describe them. It’s a signifier of bad posture--your body is out of its ideal alignment. Before it goes from bad to worse, learn how to correct...
View ArticleIs Chiropractic Forever?
Like anything worth having, chiropractic is not a quick fix, but rather an investment in your ongoing health. Because injuries happen regularly (big or small) and habits are formed day-to-day, it’s...
View ArticleWhat is Leg Length Discrepancy and How Can Chiropractic Help?
Though leg length discrepancy is a common cause of back pain and poor posture, it often goes undiagnosed. To learn more about leg length discrepancy (or leg length deficiency, as it’s sometimes called)...
View ArticleOrthotics at the Chiropractor
Did you know you can get orthotics from your chiropractor? At Shephard Chiropractic Clinic, we’ll diagnose your condition, verify with your insurance, take the casting, and submit to insurance for...
View Article5 Tips for Road Trips: Don’t Leave Your Health At Home
Spring is almost here. And with it, we’re all ready to hop in the car and hit the road in search of adventure. Before you head out on a long (or even short) road trip, you should be mindful of your...
View ArticleWhy X-Rays Help your Chiropractic Care
Read about why x-rays at Shephard Chiropractic Clinic in Portland, OR can help you reach your health and treatment goals for your bone, joint, or spinal condition.
View ArticleBeyond Your Back with Chiropractic
The first thing a person may think of when they hear “chiropractor” is the spine. It’s true: the spine is central to the body, both physically and in terms of structure and support. However,...
View ArticleCan Chiropractic Help with Stress?
When it comes to our bodies, stress can take over and be fully in control, to our body’s detriment. The more we know about what stress can do to our bodies, the better we can manage it.
View ArticleShephard Chiropractic Clinic in Portland Explains: What’s the difference...
We’re different from most chiropractic clinics in Portland. Why? A simple handheld tool called the Arthrostim is used in almost every gentle chiropractic treatment we do at Shephard Chiropractic Clinic.
View ArticleWhy Stick With Your Treatment Plan?
Having a treatment plan seems like a great idea until life gets busy, right? Like anything else in life, you don’t want to go one step forward and two steps back. Adhering to your treatment plan can...
View ArticleWhere Do Headaches and Migraines Come From?
Headaches and migraines are so common, it seems like half of all commercials address some over-the-counter pain medication or even new pharmaceuticals for migraines. But what if you could help diminish...
View ArticleHeat Precautions
This summer, just like every summer, the sun will come out, and most families will be outside enjoying all the fun activities that come with the season. However, it’s important to keep an eye on...
View ArticleGet Moving! It’s For the Best
A body in motion stays in motion. After all, it’s Newton’s first law of physics—and while he may not have been talking specifically about the human body, there’s certainly truth to it when it comes to...
View ArticleBack to School Tips
Back to School Chiropractic Tips for Children and Adults. It’s almost that time of year! Back-to-school supplies are at the top of every list: new clothes, new shoes, freshly sharpened pencils, and new...
View ArticleProtecting Your Back While Gardening
Gardening is a beautiful thing—it provides exposure to nature, sunlight, and studies have shown that sunlight lowers blood pressure and increases Vitamin D. When working in the garden, this light...
View ArticleMid-Back Pain and What You Can Do
Mid-back pain is pain that occurs related to the section of the spine that runs from the top of the shoulders to the base of the rib cage.
View ArticleHave You Met Your Annual Insurance Deductible?
If you've already met your deductible this year, then your cost for Chiropractic treatment could be minimal or completely covered by your insurance.
View ArticleCancellation Policy
Your care and treatment are a priority to us. We reserve your appointment time for you specifically.
View ArticleChiropractic Care While Pregnant
Can I be treated by a chiropractor while I’m pregnant? During pregnancy, there are many questions about what you can or cannot do to stay healthy and keep your baby safe in utero. And with more than...
View ArticleSlips, Trips, and Falls
We’ve all been there—an embarrassing slip and fall, or an even less graceful trip and fall. We see many patients come through our doors at Shephard Chiropractic Clinic, many of whom have slipped,...
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