Nervous System - The Master Control Center

Have you had your Nervous System checked lately?

Why are people flocking to Legacy Clinic 1 time per month?

Because the human body possesses a natural ability to heal itself, and this ability depends on a healthy nervous system. Safe, specific spinal correction allows your body to heal faster and can even prevent disease. Your spine provides a basic structure for the muscles and other parts of your body, performing several pivotal functions like support, protection and flexibility. Nerves branching off the spinal cord also communicate with specific organs and regions of your body.For these reasons alone, alignment of your spine is key. When your spine is healthy, your body functions as it was designed. However, when misaligned or damaged, the life-giving power of your nervous system is interrupted, causing painful symptoms and illness to pop up.

"What connects the mind to the body is the nervous system, which medical textbooks refer to as the master control system. You will be amazed at how the spine and the nervous sytem are interrelated and connected to every aspect of our expression of health and wellness."

The Doctors: Dr. Mancini Discusses the Benefits...

The Doctors: Dr. Mancini Discusses the Benefits...

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Lumbar Facet Syndrome - Dr in the Villages focuses on correcting, not masking symptoms

Lumbar Facet Syndrome

One of the most common causes of lower back pain is lumbar facet syndrome. A pair of facet joints extend out from each vertebra along the back of the spinal column (the side that faces out), which connect to the corresponding vertebrae above and below, allowing for movement in the spine. Like any other joints, they are subject to injury and conditions such as arthritis or repetitive motion disorder. The more activity someone does that JAMS the Vertebral discs then

the greater chances of facet syndrome. Your Lumbar spine is structured with a lordotic curve. That curve is formed to distribute the weight evenly on each vertebra. When you lose the lordotic curve from sitting or poor posture then your weight on your joints are not evenly distributed and creates too much force on your Lumbar facet joints. The lumbar facet joint can create pain stemming from a variety of causes. One of the most common causes is simply aging. As we get older, the cartilage in our joints wears down and the synovial fluid lessens, reducing the cushioning the cartilage provides, and allowing the bones of

the joint to rub together. Smokers are at greater risk for lumbar facet syndrome, as it has been proven that smoking leads to greater cartilage loss. Injury to the lumbar facet joints caused by trauma or overextension (a situation particularly common among athletes) can also lead to this syndrome.

The Spinal Facet Joint

Some of the symptoms of Facet Joint Syndrome include:

1.) Severe spinal pain, particularly when engaged in movement.

2.) Stiffness and limited motion ability in the area of the back.

3.) Pain becomes worse upon bending backwards or straightening the back.

4.) When the lumbar nerve is affected, sciatica symptoms may occur.

5.) An onset of Pinched Nerve symptoms may arise, particularly in the area of the cervical spine.

Suffering from Facet Joint Syndrome

Individuals suffering from facet syndrome may feel worse in the morning, due to increased inflammation and stiffness that occurs during a resting period. They tend to have stiffness and usually will feel somewhat better after they have been moving around. As the day progresses they tend to be ok as long as they keep moving. However, for those having to work seated all day or work from a computer, they may find they are at a greater risk of experiencing pain

throughout the day. Patients often try shifting their posture in an attempt to find relief. But while this temporarily reduces discomfort, the resulting poor posture can trigger muscle spasms in the surrounding tissue, forcing the irritated facet joints more firmly together and making movement in the low back even more painful.

Treatment for Facet Joint Syndrome

People with lumbar facet syndrome respond particularly well to chiropractic care.

If you’re experiencing symptoms mentioned above and are looking for a chiropractor in The Villages, you can schedule a free consultation at Legacy Clinic of Chiropractic. While the mechanisms underlying facet syndrome are similar for everyone, there are factors unique to each patient, however, which determine what type of care will work best for you. If your condition is out of

our scope of care, or we believe someone else may be a better choice for you, we will research who the best medical professional would be and give you a referral.

Dr. John C Theeck D.C.

Legacy Clinic

1950 Laurel Manor Dr The Villages FL

352-259-0024

Serving Fruitland park, The Villages, Wildwood, Sumter County, Lake County, Chiropractor, Back pain

Love the taste or hate it, apple cider vinegar has some pretty incredible health benefits. Made from fermented apples, research on this potent liquid has revealed promising results, including combating insulin and glucose spikes in type 2 diabetics, not to mention aiding weight loss. It can also soothe a sore throat and may relieve other symptoms of the flu, like nasal congestion and cough. Read on for some more reasons why you should add it to your health routine.

Like most things, the quality of the apple cider vinegar (ACV) matters. When purchasing ACV, select only raw organic vinegar—unlike other refined clear vinegars, this will be a murky brown color with sediment-like substance that settles to the bottom. It might not look pretty, but it’s the best and only option you should choose. You’ll also see labels that say “with the Mother,” sounds odd, but this means that it includes living nutrients and bacteria—this is the cobweb-like substance you’ll see floating in the vinegar.

ACV Uses and Benefits

There are various ways you can take ACV—take a small dose of around 1 to 2 teaspoons a day, dilute a spoonful in a glass of water, add it to an organic juice (preferably made in your juicer) or even mix it into your salad. Be cautious with continuous use of undiluted ACV; it is highly acidic and can be harsh on your tooth enamel. Here are a few of the possible benefits of ACV use—we encourage you to do more research to find other potential health benefits:

• ACV is rich in potassium which aids the transmission of nerve impulses and helps to build muscles.
• It’s high in acetic acid which can slow your body’s digestion of starch—this is what may lower the rise in glucose after a meal. A study done in 2004 and cited in Diabetes Care (an American Diabetes Foundation publication), demonstrated that participants with type 2 diabetes, prediabetes and even those without diabetes had better blood glucose readings when they took ACV before a meal. Those with type 2 saw a 25 percent improvement in their blood glucose levels.
• Some research has also indicated ACV use may lower cholesterol and blood pressure.
• ACV can balance your pH level due to its alkaline-forming properties. This has also been shown to regulate the presence of candida—which is a yeast-like fungus that aids digestion and nutrient absorption. When your body overproduces candida, it can cause many different health issues including fungal infections, digestive issues and chronic fatigue.
• It may help relieve heartburn. It sounds counterintuitive, but some people get relief from taking a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar followed by a glass of water.
• Try gargling ACV when you have a sore throat; the antibacterial properties of the vinegar may neutralize the infection. It can also help drain your sinuses when you’re stuffed up.

While there is research that shows a strong correlation between ACV use and various health benefits, these tips are not meant to be used in place of the recommendations of your healthcare professional and remember: what works for some, might not work for others.

CORRECTIVE CHIROPRACTIC

We talked to Dr. John C Theeck D.C., Legacy Clinic-The Villages about how he incorporates a personalized program for each patient.
CORRECTIVE CHIROPRACTIC

Each patient that comes into my office has a specific structural condition that is affecting their spine and therefore causing symptoms of headaches, neck pain, and/or arthritis. Your first appointment at Legacy Clinic utilizes comprehensive analyzation in our state of the art facility.  We focus on finding the cause to your problem and therefore permanently correcting your symptoms. An injury to the spinal structure causes a change in the muscles, muscle memory, and spinal column.
Traditional chiropractors focus on aligning the spinal column, but do not focus on strengthen the effected structure.
Physical Therapists focus on stretching and strengthen the damaged muscles associated with the compensation that occurred from the structural changed of the spinal column.
Dr. John C Theeck at Legacy Clinic utilizes the pettibon technique which focuses on changing the structure, neuromuscular exercises, and y-axial adjustments. “Each patient that comes into my office has a different spine”. I have never seen 2 of the exact same spines which mean each person gets specific PERSONALIZED exercises for their condition.
Do you want your adjustments to hold and to learn about the Pettibon Technique?
Contact Legacy Clinic of Chiropractic – The Villages

Feel free to contact us for more information!

Dr John Theeck, DC
Health and Wellness at Legacy Living
Serving Sumter County, Lake County and Marion County
Including The Villages, Lady Lake, Leesburg, Wildwood, Belleview and Ocala
The Villages Chiropractor, Spinal Decompression, Back Pain, Sciatica Relief, Posture Correction, Paleo Diet, Pettibon System, Alternative Health Care, Arthritis Care

Legacy Clinic
1950 Laurel Manor Drive
The Villages, FL 32162
352-259-0024
Info@LegacyClinicOfChiropractic.com

Paleo Chicken Pumpkin Curry Sliders

Paleo Chicken Pumpkin Curry Sliders

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs ground chicken
• ¼ cup canned pureed pumpkin
• 1 cup almond flour
• 2-3 tablespoons curry powder (I used A LOT so you don’t need to go crazy if curry isn’t your totes fav thing)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon granulated onion
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1-2 tablespoons your choice of fat

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients together in a large bowl. Mix well to combine.
2. Heat up a decent sized skillet under medium-high heat and add a bit of fat to the pan to coat.
3. Use a large spoon to scoop up a ball of the pumpkiny meat and slightly shape with your hands. No need to be anal, you’ll be smashing them later anyways.
4. Add your dolloped spoonfuls of pumpkiny meat to the skillet to cook.
5. Once the bottom end of the dollop has seared on the bottom and a bit brown, use a spatula to flip it and smoosh it down a bit to make a flatter patty.
6. Cover and let cook for about 3 minutes.
7. Eat however you’d like. I ate with veggies. It was ridiculous delish.

Dr John Theeck, DC
Health and Wellness at Legacy Living
Serving Sumter County, Lake County and Marion County
Including The Villages, Lady Lake, Leesburg, Wildwood, Belleview and Ocala
The Villages Chiropractor, Spinal Decompression, Back Pain, Sciatica Relief, Posture Correction, Paleo Diet, Pettibon System, Alternative Health Care, Arthritis Care

Legacy Clinic
1950 Laurel Manor Drive
The Villages, FL 32162
352-259-0024
Info@LegacyClinicOfChiropractic.com

Chicken Stir Fry with Broccoli & Cabbage

Chicken Stir Fry with Broccoli & Cabbage Prep: 25 mins Cook: 20 mins Total: 45 mins Serves: 4
Ingredients;

•6 medium cloves garlic, smashed and finely chopped
•3″ piece fresh ginger root, peeled and finely chopped
•1 bunch scallions, light and dark parts separated, light parts finely chopped and dark green parts cut into 2″ pieces and set aside
•1¼ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite sized pieces
•2 Tablespoons toasted sesame oil, divided
•4 Tablespoons Coconut Aminos, divided (see NOTES for Soy substitution)
•⅛ tsp + ¼ tsp ground white pepper, divided
•½ tsp + 1 tsp kosher salt, divided
•⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or more to taste)
•⅔ cup chicken broth or stock plus a couple more splashes for cooking
•1½ lbs green cabbage, core removed and cut into 1″ pieces
•1¼ lb head of broccoli, stalks trimmed and cut into 1″ pieces, florets cut into even bite sized pieces
•½ lb white mushrooms, cleaned, stems trimmed and quartered
•¼ cup cold water
•¼ cup tapioca flour
•1 Tablespoon virgin coconut oil, divided
•cauliflower rice for serving

Directions;

1.Grab garlic, ginger and scallions.Cut the scallions so the whites and darks are divided.
2.Peel garlic, smash cloves and finely chop. Peel ginger with a teaspoon, smash and finely chop.Smash and finely chop scallion whites.
3.Cut scallion greens into 2″ pieces and set aside.
4.In a small bowl, combine chopped garlic, ginger and scallion whites.
5.Trim chicken thighs of any big pieces of visible fat and cut into bite sized pieces (about 1½ to 2″). Add 3 Tablespoons of the garlic, ginger and scallion white mixture to the chicken pieces along with 1 Tablespoon of toasted sesame oil, 2 Tablespoons of coconut aminos, ⅛ teaspoon ground white pepper and ½ teaspoon of kosher salt. Mix until well combined, cover and place in refrigerator to marinate while you finish prepping the vegetables.
6.Remove core from cabbage and chop into 1″ pieces. Don’t worry if they are not even or perfect. There will be some bigger chunks here and there.
7.Wash mushrooms, trim ends and quarter.
8.Trim ends of broocoli and discard. Remove the florets and cut into even bite sized pieces. Set aside.
9.Cut the outer edge off of the broccoli stalks. If you are very patient or have more time, peel with a vegetable peeler. Slice the stalks lengthwise into thin strips. Stack the strips and slice lengthwise in half. Slice into 1″ pieces and set aside with chopped cabbage.
10.Grab remaining garlic, ginger and scallion white mixture and add remaining 1 Tablespoon toasted sesame oil, 2 Tablespoons coconut aminos, ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper and 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Also add in crushed red pepper flakes and ⅔ cup chicken broth. Stir to combine.
11.Finally, combine cold water with tapioca flour until dissolved.
12.Heat wok or very large skillet over high heat. Add ½ Tablespoon coconut oil. Once hot, add in cabbage and broccoli stalks. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
13.Add a splash chicken broth, cover and cook 4 to 5 minutes until tender.
14.Add in broccoli florets and mushrooms. Cook 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
15.Add a splash of chicken broth, cover and cook 1 to 2 more minutes. Remove vegetable mixture from wok to a serving bowl.
16.Return wok to heat, add remaining ½ Tablespoon coconut oil. Once hot, add in chicken thighs. Cook untouched for 2 minutes.
17.Stir to mix and scrap the bottom of the wok, continue cooking for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
18.Add garlic-coconut amino sauce to chicken and bring to a rapid boil. Cover and cook until chicken is cooked through, about 2 to 3 minutes.
19.Remove lid, pour in tapioca starch mixture and immediately stir to combine. The sauce will thicken rapidly.
20.Toss the vegetables back in along with the scallion greens. Toss to with sauce, remove from heat and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Dr John Theeck, DC
Health and Wellness at Legacy Living
Serving Sumter County, Lake County and Marion County
Including The Villages, Lady Lake, Leesburg, Wildwood, Belleview and Ocala
The Villages Chiropractor, Spinal Decompression, Back Pain, Sciatica Relief, Posture Correction, Paleo Diet, Pettibon System, Alternative Health Care, Arthritis Care

Legacy Clinic
1950 Laurel Manor Drive
The Villages, FL 32162
352-259-0024
Info@LegacyClinicOfChiropractic.com