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Tapping Into Your Natural Resilience to Heal in 2026
Your body is extraordinary. Even when you’re tired, stressed, or dealing with chronic pain, your body is always working to heal, restore, and rebalance you. Sometimes, though, life gets in the way, stress piles up, inflammation builds, tension increases, and mobility decreases. But here’s the hopeful truth: your body still wants to heal. And 2026 can be the year you tap back into that natural resilience. The Healing Potential Within You Every system in your body is designed
Dr. Eric Carlsen
10 hours ago


The Power of Community Wellness: How Caring for Ourselves Benefits Everyone
Health isn’t just an individual pursuit—it’s something that strengthens entire communities. When we prioritize our well-being, we show up with more patience, energy, and compassion for the people around us. At Family Chiropractic Center of Richmond, we see this every day. A mom who feels her best brings calm to her home. A teacher free of back pain brings enthusiasm to her students. A grandparent who moves with ease creates more joyful memories with their grandkids. Wellness
Dr. Eric Carlsen
Dec 30, 2025


Your Health Story of 2025: Reflecting on Progress and Wins This Year
December invites us to look back—not just on what we’ve accomplished, but on how we’ve cared for ourselves during 2025. It’s easy to focus on what we didn’t do, but reflection can be far more powerful when we shift our perspective toward gratitude and growth. Maybe you started prioritizing regular exercise, finally addressed that nagging back pain, or made time for self-care amidst life’s chaos. These are wins worth celebrating! True wellness isn’t about perfection; it’s abou
Dr. Eric Carlsen
Dec 23, 2025


Managing Holiday Stress: Keeping Your Mind and Body Aligned
The holidays should bring joy, not stress. Yet for many, the rush of planning, shopping, and social obligations can lead to headaches, fatigue, and back pain. Stress impacts the body in powerful ways. It tightens muscles, affects posture, and can even disrupt sleep and digestion. Chiropractic care helps restore balance by easing tension in the spine and improving nervous system communication. When your body is in alignment, you’re better able to manage stress both physically
Dr. Eric Carlsen
Nov 25, 2025


Stay Balanced and Well This Holiday Season
The holiday season can be a magical time—but they can also bring extra stress, travel, and changes in routine that leave you feeling run-down. To stay well through the season, it helps to focus on balance. Here are five chiropractor-approved tips: Stay active: Gentle stretching or a short daily walk helps reduce tension and boost mood. Hydrate often: Cooler weather can be deceptive—your body still needs water to function well. Rest deeply: Aim for consistent sleep to keep
Dr. Eric Carlsen
Nov 18, 2025


Chiropractic and the Modern Lifestyle
The Antidote to Today’s Stresses Life in the 21st century comes with plenty of benefits—technology, convenience, and constant...
Dr. Eric Carlsen
Oct 28, 2025


Preventative Care—Why Waiting for Pain Isn’t the Answer
Staying Ahead of the Curve with Chiropractic Far too often, people seek chiropractic care as a last resort. Pain is what finally pushes...
Dr. Eric Carlsen
Oct 21, 2025


The Science of Alignment and the Nervous System
Why Your Spine Matters More Than You Think Your spine does more than support your body—it’s also the protector of your nervous system....
Dr. Eric Carlsen
Oct 14, 2025


Why Chiropractic Isn’t Just for Pain Relief—It’s a Longevity Tool
Most people think of chiropractic as something you seek out when you’re in pain but it is also a key to longevity. And while it’s true...
Dr. Eric Carlsen
Sep 30, 2025


Balance, Falls, and the Aging Body
Falls are a major concern for aging adults, and rightly so. According to the CDC, falls are the leading cause of injury among older...
Dr. Eric Carlsen
Sep 9, 2025


Beat the Heat: How Chiropractic Supports Hydration, Circulation, and Summer Wellness
When summer temperatures rise, staying cool and hydrated becomes essential—but did you know your spine plays a role in how your body...
Dr. Eric Carlsen
Jul 15, 2025


Why Summer Is the Perfect Time to Focus on Spinal Health
Summer brings sunshine, longer days, and the perfect opportunity to reset your health habits—and that includes taking care of your spine....
Dr. Eric Carlsen
Jul 1, 2025


Posture, Pain, and Desk Jobs: Men in the Workplace
Do you have a desk job? Long hours behind a desk. Constant screen time. Zoom meetings, deadlines, and a cell phone always within reach....
Dr. Eric Carlsen
Jun 24, 2025


Why Every Active Guy Needs a Chiropractor
If you’re someone who lifts weights, runs, bikes, plays sports on the weekends, or hits the gym regularly, your body puts up with a lot....
Dr. Eric Carlsen
Jun 10, 2025


Stronger, Not Stiffer: Why Back Pain Doesn’t Have to Come with Age
Back Pain Isn’t Just Part of Getting Older For many men, back pain seems like a rite of passage with age. It starts as a dull ache after...
Dr. Eric Carlsen
Jun 3, 2025


A Gentle Path to Relief from Pelvic Pain with Chiropractic
Pelvic pain is a deeply personal and often misunderstood issue for women. Whether it’s tied to your menstrual cycle, pregnancy,...
Dr. Eric Carlsen
May 27, 2025


The Sleep-Chiropractic Connection: Why It Matters More Than You Think
Sleep is the foundation of our well-being, yet millions of people—especially women—struggle with getting enough quality rest. Whether...
Dr. Eric Carlsen
May 20, 2025


Prioritizing Women’s Health Through Chiropractic Care
May marks Women’s Health Month, a time to empower women to take charge of their health—physically, mentally, and emotionally. At our...
Dr. Eric Carlsen
May 13, 2025


Headache Relief for Women—Naturally and Effectively
If you’re a woman who struggles with frequent headaches or migraines, you’re not alone. Hormonal shifts, stress, posture, and even screen...
Dr. Eric Carlsen
May 6, 2025


Natural Ways to Reduce Stress
We’ve all felt it—that rush of overwhelm that creeps in when life gets busy or uncertain. While we can’t always control what causes...
Dr. Eric Carlsen
Apr 29, 2025
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