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Get Some Sleep
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
It’s a holiday weekend which gets us thinking about rest, recovery, and sleep. Do you and your family get enough sleep each night?
Good-quality sleep not only helps keep your memory strong but can also help your children learn more easily and reduce many behavioral problems.
Research shows that people who get adequate sleep exhibit significantly more brain activity than those who don't. Lack of sleep inhibits learning, concentration, and memory. In fact, sleep itself has a role in the consolidation of memory, which is essential for learning new information.
How much sleep is enough?
Generally, 7-8 hours is ideal for most adults. Children and preteens, need about 9- 10 hours of sleep a night.
Sleep Tips for your family
- Set a regular time for bed each night and stick to it
- Avoid eating big meals close to bedtime
- Avoid anything with caffeine less than six hours before bedtime
- Establish a calming bedtime routine
Still having trouble catching enough ZZZs? Consult your Chiropractor Neurologist for more information. Have ideas on how to get your whole family ready for bed time? Please share them in the comments!
Portland Chiropractic Neurology is located at 19 Commercial Street Suite 2A in Portland, Maine. Dr. MacArthur is the only Chiropractor in Maine with a specialty in Neurology.
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The Benefits of Massage During Pregnancy
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Researchers from the University of Miami's Medical School examined the influence of massage on both pregnant women and their babies.Posted by Portland
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Improve Your Golf Game
Monday, July 26, 2010
Golf is a game of asymmetry and multidirectional stresses. You might be surprised to learn that bad golf swings can be attributed to your posture or the way you sit or stand.Posted by Portland
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How to Stay in the Game like Bo Jackson
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Bo Jackson played in the MLB All Star Game Celebrity Softball Game last night and is a fan of chiropractic treatment.Posted by Portland
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Is TMJ making your life unbearable?
Monday, June 28, 2010
Before being diagnosed with TMJ, (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder) many people think they are experiencing migraines, sinus infections, or ear infections. However, many of the same symptoms that you experience with migraines or sinus infections are actually signs on TMJ - and can be a very painful!
Dr. Aaron MacArthur specializes in the treatment of TMJ and facial pain.
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