Don't forget to pack this item before you leave on vacation

We’re still in the middle of summer, which means many of us still have some travel plans within the next month or so.  It may be a simple trip to the beach or a long flight across the county.  Either way, you will probably be sitting for many hours, hauling around luggage, and sleeping on an unfamiliar bed.  Just think about all the potential back and neck aches you may encounter. 

This is why I’d like to remind you to pack a little bit of prevention in your suitcase.  What do I mean by that?  Just as it’s important to pack toothpaste and a toothbrush to keep your teeth clean while on vacation, it’s important to pack in a chiropractic adjustment in just before your trip.  Now, I know that most people don’t have a chiropractor to take with them on vacation, but you can always get an adjustment in just before you leave and as soon as you get home.  Think about it as a tune-up adjustment before a long trip, just like you’d check the oil, brakes, tires, and filters in a car before a long road trip.

Yours in Health,

Dr. Bryan

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