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Our Blog http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blogour-blog.html Patient stories from the Sigafoose and Jackson Chiropractic office in York PA. en-us NYK RSS Feeder 33% INCREASE IN LUNG CAPACITY http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2018/5/9/33-increase-in-lung-capacity/ Wed, 09 May 2018 15:03:09 -0400 33% INCREASE IN LUNG CAPACITY - This gentleman (picture used with permission) has had long term COPD. His lung capacity tests scored 33% better this year vs last year.Â After 1 year of regular chiropractic maintenance care he can breathe much better and do more!!Â #vitalism #chiropracticincreasesnervefunction <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/32116725_10211951015552271_2326494831175532544_o.jpg" style="border-width: 3px; border-style: solid; width: 338px; height: 600px;" /> York Robothinkers http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2017/11/19/york-robothinkers/ Sun, 19 Nov 2017 12:08:47 -0500 We were blessed to have the York Robothinkers visit the office today with Ray Ames. Ray is leading these smart young people to plan and build solutions for water transportation in Africa. They learned about spinal biomechanics and nervous system function as it may relate to the design and function of their prototype. Best wishes York Robothinkers!! <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/23561665_10210666153591525_2213427178406104641_n.jpg" style="border-width: 3px; border-style: solid; width: 500px; height: 263px;" /> <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/23621215_10210666154911558_5257675039608450419_n.jpg" style="border-width: 3px; border-style: solid; width: 500px; height: 277px;" /> <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/23621301_10210666153871532_4749966336168888059_n.jpg" style="border-width: 3px; border-style: solid; width: 500px; height: 276px;" /> <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/23622184_10210666154191540_1306004780731318160_n.jpg" style="border-width: 3px; border-style: solid; width: 500px; height: 285px;" /> Standing Up for Chiropractic http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2017/2/24/standing-up-for-chiropractic/ Fri, 24 Feb 2017 09:46:14 -0500 Dr. Selina Sigafoose Jackson testifying at the Council of Chiropractic Education (CCE) hearing today in Washington DC, on behalf of the International Chiropractic Association (ICA). Standing up for chiropractic with passion to keep pharmaceuticals out of our profession ... She continuously loves, gives and serves asking for nothing in return. <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/16730219_10208585564058087_378595838926680874_n.jpg" style="width: 500px; height: 449px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> Cervical Artery Dissection http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2016/12/22/cervical-artery-dissection/ Thu, 22 Dec 2016 12:03:27 -0500 CERVICAL ARTERY DISSECTION - This awesome young man was involved in a serious motorcycle accident. He suffered a CAD and from the accident and almost died (the arterial dissection wasn't detected until a few days later.) He is now in rehab as well as chiropractic care. He comes in for specific adjustments to get his nervous system functioning better. He says he's feeling better with chiropractic and requested to come in today  PRAY FOR HIM ... GOD BLESS JOE !!!!! <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/15578922_10207985978708828_4577637918386514402_n.jpg" style="border-width: 3px; border-style: solid; width: 600px; height: 450px;" /> Concussion Prevention http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2016/11/3/concussion-prevention-force-absorption-system/ Thu, 03 Nov 2016 08:56:01 -0400 CONCUSSION PREVENTION (FORCE ABSORPTION SYSTEM)Â For anyone interested in concussions that occur during the game of football please review the 2 YouTube links below. (PLEASE SHARE WITH COACHES / PLAYERS) <a href="https://youtu.be/UUwktRA2W8w" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/UUwktRA2W8w</a> <a href="https://youtu.be/14O83OUjNXE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/14O83OUjNXE</a> <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/14902827_10207638025130206_6754229451912616734_o.jpg" style="border-width: 3px; border-style: solid; width: 700px; height: 407px;" /> 25 Years in Practice http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2016/10/7/25-years-in-practice/ Fri, 07 Oct 2016 15:03:07 -0400 25 Years in Practice Today at Sigafoose and Jackson This beautiful lady is 96 and has been a patient in our office since day 1. She takes no medication and is expressing great health in all areas of her life. We are looking forward to serving people with chiropractic for another 25 years! <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/14589626_10207417812705033_7269218714738427881_o.jpg" style="border-width: 3px; border-style: solid; width: 390px; height: 600px;" /> 30 Years of Neck Pain and Spasm http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2016/5/3/30-years-of-neck-pain-and-spasm/ Tue, 03 May 2016 08:05:30 -0400 FEELING PUNY - this gentleman know as "big" is almost 7 feet tall and well over 300 pounds. He's the nicest guy on the planet!!! I'm 6 feet 200 pounds and I definitely call him "sir." He said he had 30 years of neck pain and spasm and after 1 adjustment (occiput lift) he is feeling no pain!! I'm very happy he felt better, he could definitely palm my head like a basketball! <img alt="" src="https://www.sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/5.3.16.jpg" style="width: 338px; height: 600px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> York Daily Record News Article http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2016/1/28/york-daily-record-news-article/ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 09:32:18 -0500 <div>Shovel much? How to help an aching back</div> <div> </div> <div>York County chiropractor offers tips to alleviate post-shoveling pain.</div> <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/635895087896227998-012716-YDR-KP-chiro-1.JPG" style="width: 534px; height: 401px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> Laura Sandmann was outside shoveling the snow in her York city backyard for about 30 minutes Saturday when she first felt the pain. Then it started spreading throughout her whole back. "I love to shovel, actually," said Sandmann, 34. When she was younger, she would make clubs and rooms out of the snow. "I was going to build some of them with my girls when it started," she said of her back pain. Soon the soreness became unbearable. By Tuesday, Sandmann said, she'd been suffering from the pain for four days, and was barely able to move. "I could feel the lower third of my back tighten and it got stiffer," Sandmann said. Sound familiar? Since Friday evening, people across the midstate have been seen attempting to control the amount of snow landing on their sidewalks and driveways. And all that shoveling — especially when it's moving 30-plus inches of snow — can often lead to back pain. Still looking for some relief? Here are some tips that could help ease the soreness. You're not alone Sigafoose & Jackson Chiropractic on East Market Street in Springettsbury Township saw a few new and familiar faces this week, said employee Adriannah Stisak. However, the increase is "pretty normal for this time of year." It takes time Still, recovering from shoveling can take a few days, especially when individuals are not used to working those muscles, said Dr. Selina Sigafoose-Jackson, who co-owns the practice with her husband, Dr. Kevin Jackson. The most important part of recovery? Don't stress. Be patient with your body. Know when to call the doctor If pain persists after about five to seven days, then it's time to call your family doctor or chiropractor. Grab some ice and rest "Use ice because it is irritated, but many will find that using medication only masks (injuries) instead of treating," Sigafoose-Jackson said. <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/635895087894667988-012716-YDR-KP-chiro-3.JPG" style="width: 540px; height: 405px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> <div>Instead, Sigafoose-Jackson suggested resting in the following position:</div> <ul> <li>Lie with your back on the seat of your couch or a chair.</li> <li>Prop your legs against the back of the furniture, with your body forming an L-shape. </li> <li>Put an ice pack under your lower back or under the middle of your back, or other affected area, for at least 10-15 minutes. Resting this way takes pressure off the discs in your back, and the ice penetrates the muscles that need to be repaired. </li> </ul> <div>Stay hydrated</div> <div> </div> <div>Sigafoose-Jackson also stressed the importance of constant hydration.</div> <div> </div> <div>"Drink a lot of water to hydrate discs, ligaments and muscles -- hydration brings suppleness to help all tissues work better for you."</div> <div> </div> <div>So rest up, drink up and feel the pain slowly melt away.</div> <div> </div> <div><img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/635895087896540000-012716-YDR-KP-chiro-2.JPG" style="width: 540px; height: 405px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /></div> <div>(Photos: Kate Penn, York Daily Record)</div> No More Hypothyroidism http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2016/1/28/no-more-hypothyroidism/ Thu, 28 Jan 2016 08:59:59 -0500 NO MORE HYPOTHYROIDISM - this lovely lady came in today and said, "her hypothyroidism totally cleared and no longer takes medication." She went on to say she noticed things starting to change after being under care for awhile, and now she doesn't take the meds anymore! We weren't treating her hypothyroidism, we were simply checking and adjusting her cervical spine as needed. She understands that her body regained better function because her nervous system was functioning better. SHE IS EXTREMELY HAPPY :)<i class="_4-k1 img sp_fM-mz8spZ1b sx_5371b4" style="vertical-align: -3px; display: inline-block; height: 16px; width: 16px; color: rgb(20, 24, 35); font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px; background-image: url("/rsrc.php/v2/yx/r/pimRBh7B6ER.png"); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); background-size: auto; background-position: 0px -340px; background-repeat: no-repeat;">smile emoticon <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/12642948_10205686966234953_9100094354619100852_n.jpg" style="width: 450px; height: 600px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> <i class="_4-k1 img sp_fM-mz8spZ1b sx_5371b4" style="vertical-align: -3px; display: inline-block; height: 16px; width: 16px; color: rgb(20, 24, 35); font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px; background-image: url("/rsrc.php/v2/yx/r/pimRBh7B6ER.png"); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); background-size: auto; background-position: 0px -340px; background-repeat: no-repeat;"><img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/12642948_10205686966234953_9100094354619100852_n.jpg" style="width: 450px; height: 600px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> Glaucoma Healing http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2015/10/16/glaucoma-healing/ Fri, 16 Oct 2015 13:08:17 -0400 NO PRESSURE - this wonderful man had glaucoma in his right eye. Pressure was 22 in right and also 19 in left. After getting his C1 checked and adjusted as needed over the past 3 months he reports 16 right and 16 left. He accredits his glaucoma healing from prayer, upper cervical adjustments and supplements. His ophthalmologist is amazed! :) <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/10.16.15.jpg" style="width: 366px; height: 463px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> Chiropractic Society of York Pennsylvania http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2015/8/31/chiropractic-society-of-york-pennsylvania/ Mon, 31 Aug 2015 13:07:28 -0400 CHIROPRACTIC SOCIETY OF YORK PENNSYLVANIA - Monthly Chiropractic fellowship. Intelligent and meaningful conversation between local chiropractors to move ourselves and the profession forward.  ALL WELCOME REGARDLESS OF PRACTICE STYLE OR POLITICAL ORIENTATION!  <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/8.31.15.jpg" style="width: 600px; height: 338px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> 15 Years Daily Migraines and Daily Meds http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2015/8/12/15-years-daily-migraines-and-daily-meds/ Wed, 12 Aug 2015 13:06:01 -0400 15 Years Daily Migraines and Daily Meds - 1 month of chiropractic and ZERO MEDS and occasional headaches. Checked and adjusted C1 as needed and she, "got her life back." <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/8.12.15.jpg" style="width: 446px; height: 600px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> From Hospice and Wheelchair Bound to Standing Erect http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2015/8/5/from-hospice-and-wheelchair-bound-to-standing-erect/ Wed, 05 Aug 2015 13:00:43 -0400 FROM HOSPICE AND WHEELCHAIR BOUND TO STANDING ERECT AND GOING TO THE BEACH ON FRIDAY!!!! Through the power of prayer of his lovely wife and family and from getting upper cervical adjustments, Dr. Copp experienced a miracle. He is now standing, walking and carrying on his activities of daily living where before he was completely debilitated. <div> The only thing known for certain is that he wasn't expressing LIFE to the fullest a few months ago and now there has been a HEALING. My heart is filled with joy, amazement and gratitude from the healing that comes from ABOVE, DOWN and INSIDE OUT! <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/8.5.15.jpg" style="width: 600px; height: 391px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> </div> No More Headaches and No More Meds http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2015/7/5/no-more-headaches-and-no-more-meds/ Sun, 05 Jul 2015 12:57:56 -0400 DAILY HEADACHES - for several months with daily alternating aspirin and Tylenol as treatment.  One single adjustment for a subluxation at C2 and she hasn't had a headache since. She now gets checked regularly and adjusted as needed.  Don't tell her mom subluxation doesn't exist ... NO MORE HEADACHES AND NO MORE MEDS! <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/7.7.15.jpg" style="width: 450px; height: 600px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> No Longer Has Hypothyroidism http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2015/6/3/no-longer-has-hypothyroidism/ Wed, 03 Jun 2015 12:54:43 -0400 HUGS OF JOY - This beautiful lady came in for care today and said she needed to share some good news. Her MD called with the results of a recent blood test and said, " you no longer have hypothyroidism and all your blood work is normal." She went on to say that all she has done differently for the past 6 months is get chiropractic care. We both agreed that her body must be working better and healed itself! <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/6.3.15.jpg" style="width: 255px; height: 600px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> Arthritis Medication Since 7th Grade http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2015/6/1/arthritis-medication-since-7th-grade/ Mon, 01 Jun 2015 12:50:26 -0400 HAPPINESS - this sweet young lady was on arthritis medication since 7th grade. She started under chiropractic care and no longer needed the meds. She also became pregnant when before chiropractic it wasn't happening. She finished her Master's Degree and gave birth all in the same month. Her baby girl was checked for SUBLUXATION today. <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/6.1.15.jpg" style="width: 557px; height: 600px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> Chiropractic School http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2015/5/21/chiropractic-school/ Thu, 21 May 2015 12:49:06 -0400 Congratulations to Jacob for completing high school. He is now starting his prerequisites for chiropractic school and starts LIFE UNIVERSITY in 2 short years!!!! Good job Jacob and way to keep your dreams alive!!! <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/5.21.15.jpg" style="width: 600px; height: 330px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> Life University http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2015/5/18/life-university/ Mon, 18 May 2015 12:48:01 -0400 This young man has been a patient since early childhood. Today he finished his prerequisites and is heading down to Life University this summer to be a chiropractor. Jacob Grassmyer best wishes and thanks for wanting to make the world a better place through chiropractic. I am very proud of YOU!!!! <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/5.18.15.jpg" style="width: 600px; height: 595px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> The Body Has the Ability to Heal Itself http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2015/3/4/the-body-has-the-ability-to-heal-itself/ Wed, 04 Mar 2015 12:46:10 -0500 Some of her family wanted her to be an Osteopath (an awesome profession as well) ... but she wants to go to school and be a chiropractor! She said, "chiropractic is a unique profession that works with the body's ability to HEAL ITSELF" ... who wouldn't want to do that?? Starts LIFE U next year!!! <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/3.4.15.jpg" style="width: 348px; height: 600px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> Had MS for the Last Several Years http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2015/2/13/had-ms-for-the-last-several-years/ Fri, 13 Feb 2015 12:45:15 -0500 This wonderful lady has had MS for the last several years. It had been getting progressively worse over the years and today she went for a yearly CAT Scan. She was told a lesion at C5 that was present on all her earlier scans has totally disappeared. She was wondering if it was the chiropractic care that made it go away and I said NO ... it's your body's own innate ability that healed the lesion. Chiropractic may have helped remove stress from the C5 area but it was her body that got the job done ... she said it was a miracle! :) <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/2.13.15.jpg" style="width: 295px; height: 600px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> Limp and Abnormal Hand Movement http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2014/11/8/limp-and-abnormal-hand-movement/ Sat, 08 Nov 2014 12:44:17 -0500 Beautiful Story - this precious child was brought into our office for a limp and abnormal hand movement. We noticed a dilated pupil so referred her to Hershey Hospital. She eventually had a CAT Scan and then brain surgery for a tumor. The parents didn't have health insurance so Hershey did the complex surgery for free .... yes free. The beautiful part of the story is that she is happy and regaining her health. Her parents got her checked and adjusted because they want to do everything possible for her to survive and thrive! ♡ <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/11.8.14.jpg" style="width: 488px; height: 600px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> Sense of Smell Came Back http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2014/10/30/sense-of-smell-came-back/ Thu, 30 Oct 2014 12:42:55 -0400 Sense of smell came back! This fantastic lady said today, "please do that adjustment on my neck again, I was able to smell things again." I asked if she had sinus problems and she said no. She went on to say that she hasn’t had a sense of smell for 6 years and after being adjusted last time her sense of smell kicked in. The power the body has to heal itself is pretty amazing. :) <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/10.30.14.jpg" style="width: 600px; height: 600px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> 22 Years of Having MS http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2014/10/27/22-years-of-having-ms/ Mon, 27 Oct 2014 12:31:15 -0400 This beautiful lady told me, "after 22 years of having MS I am currently stable and am no longer on any type of therapy or medicines. I attribute that stability largely on my chiropractic care from you and Dr. Selina. Over the years I was on 4 forms of disease modifying drugs. Two were shots I administered myself, one was a monthly IV infusion and the last one was in a pill form. NOTHING can cure the disease but chiropractic care is certainly a positive form of healthcare," today at the office!  Love her ♡ <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/10.27.14.jpg" style="width: 282px; height: 567px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> Monthly Chiropractic Fellowship of Pennsylvania Meeting http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2014/10/20/monthly-chiropractic-fellowship-of-pennsylvania-meeting/ Mon, 20 Oct 2014 12:29:39 -0400 Monthly Chiropractic Fellowship of Pennsylvania Meeting - Drs. James Sheaffer, Angela Payne Lindenmuth, Selina Sigafoose Jackson and Kevin Jackson. Topic: Chiropractic Certainty Equivalent James talked about NUCCA, Selina gave an overview on Functional MRI studies and cerebral spinal fluid, Angela on intention while adjusting and I spoke about philosophical, technical, scientific and business certainty. Chiropractic philosophy is meant for the world and not just an exclusive group. Come join us. :) <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/10.20.14.jpg" style="width: 600px; height: 338px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" /> We Laughed with and Loved People http://www.sigafoosejackson.com/blog/our-blog/2014/8/5/we-laughed-with-and-loved-people/ Tue, 05 Aug 2014 12:28:15 -0400 Sig and I back in the day ... we used to do Higher Grounds Seminars out of the Sigafoose and Jackson office. We laughed with and loved people more than anything!! <img alt="" src="https://sigafoosejackson.com/uploads/8.5.14.jpg" style="width: 600px; height: 338px; border-width: 3px; border-style: solid;" />