Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Friday, February 20, 2009
Great Recommendation
This is from a patient of mine I haven't seen for a couple of years. When you can make a difference in someones life, it makes doing what you do so much more worthwhile. Thank you Kristin!
Kristin Wick Paolantonio wrote at 4:54am on February 18th, 2009
Why NEWCARE is the best: 4 yrs later & I still miss my chiropractic care back in Menasha, WI...Been to 5 different chiropractors and can tell you NEWCARE is the best... these are the 3 things I look for:1. He doesn't have you return for adjustments just to get your money, (he has you return as is necessary) 2. He will take the time to explain what is going on so you understand, (I've had others that come in, do the adjustment, say see you next week, and go out to the next patient). 3. He makes sure you are relaxed before he adjusts (its bad when others do the adjustment and you weren't even ready for it! no need to be scared coming to Dr. Fischer).It is obvious he cares for his patients... I still receive educational NEWCARE emails that I enjoy... if you want new care, visit NEWCARE! =0)
Kristin Wick Paolantonio wrote at 4:54am on February 18th, 2009
Why NEWCARE is the best: 4 yrs later & I still miss my chiropractic care back in Menasha, WI...Been to 5 different chiropractors and can tell you NEWCARE is the best... these are the 3 things I look for:1. He doesn't have you return for adjustments just to get your money, (he has you return as is necessary) 2. He will take the time to explain what is going on so you understand, (I've had others that come in, do the adjustment, say see you next week, and go out to the next patient). 3. He makes sure you are relaxed before he adjusts (its bad when others do the adjustment and you weren't even ready for it! no need to be scared coming to Dr. Fischer).It is obvious he cares for his patients... I still receive educational NEWCARE emails that I enjoy... if you want new care, visit NEWCARE! =0)
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Old Chevys and Being a Doc
Part of my Blog description is fixing old Chevy's in addition to the health care info, sports and politics. I haven't posted anything on this topic yet, but looking at the past couple of weeks, now is the time.
My second oldest daughter (age 19) has had a slight string of bad fortune when it comes to cars. She recently purchased my wifes car (an Oldsmobile) and within 2 months of owning it, she blew the head gasket. So for the next couple weeks, she shared our '95 S Blazer with my wife and while driving home from work 2 weeks ago, red-lined the motor and blew that up as well. The Olds in in my garage, waiting for an engine transplant, the Blazer is parked beside my garage and will undergo an engine rebuild this spring.
This leaves only one car for three drivers, each needing to be somewhere at the same time. But there, parked behind the garage, a large black/grey/rusty, 1984 Chevy half ton pick-up truck, no tailgate, no muffler, couple bolts holding the bed to the frame and box full of garbage to be hauled to the dump; sits in wait. This is by far the best $300 investment I have ever made!
After several attempts to get it started, I replaced the battery (took it out of the Olds) and got it to run, a little. Took it to the dump, and actually brought it back! Empty, this time. But then we couldn't get it started again. I figured a good tune up might help. So, I replaced the plugs, cap and rotor. No help, it still wouldn't start-No spark!
After sleeping on the issue, I remembered I still had several parts from my old '86 Suburban. I dug through a box and found the distributor and swapped it into the pick up. One turn of the key and it started right up. But, of course, I wasn't satisfied. I knew the carburetor was in need of a rebuild,and I had just done the Suburban's a few years before, why not swap that as well? Due to changes in computer connections between '84 and '86, the swap did not work. So, I rebuilt the carb and put it back on the pick up. Runs much better, until this week. Wouldn't start again. This time a horrific grinding noise was made when trying to start it. Good news, this wasn't an engine noise! So I pulled the starter (did I mention I had to replace the starter in my Tahoe a month ago?) and it crumbled in my hands. Luckily I had a "Lifetime" warranty, and replaced the starter. It works sooooo much better now! Drove it all day today without any problems.
For now we have two working vehicles for three drivers.
How is it that a doctor knows so much about fixing cars? Well, when I was attending Northwestern College of Chiropractic, I worked part-time at a service station and learned a lot about fixing cars and fixing people. Funny thing is, both require the same skills to be successful.
Both the mechanic and doctor must take a history of the complaint (it hurts to do this/it makes a noise when I do this), do a thorough examination, do a differential diagnosis, do the treatment and test the result. And just like your mechanic telling you to bring it back in a couple of months for routine maintenance, I, as the doctor recommend coming back in a couple of months for routine maintenance. It is always much more expensive to fix/treat a problem, then it is to prevent a problem.
Love to hear your comments, please leave one!
My second oldest daughter (age 19) has had a slight string of bad fortune when it comes to cars. She recently purchased my wifes car (an Oldsmobile) and within 2 months of owning it, she blew the head gasket. So for the next couple weeks, she shared our '95 S Blazer with my wife and while driving home from work 2 weeks ago, red-lined the motor and blew that up as well. The Olds in in my garage, waiting for an engine transplant, the Blazer is parked beside my garage and will undergo an engine rebuild this spring.
This leaves only one car for three drivers, each needing to be somewhere at the same time. But there, parked behind the garage, a large black/grey/rusty, 1984 Chevy half ton pick-up truck, no tailgate, no muffler, couple bolts holding the bed to the frame and box full of garbage to be hauled to the dump; sits in wait. This is by far the best $300 investment I have ever made!
After several attempts to get it started, I replaced the battery (took it out of the Olds) and got it to run, a little. Took it to the dump, and actually brought it back! Empty, this time. But then we couldn't get it started again. I figured a good tune up might help. So, I replaced the plugs, cap and rotor. No help, it still wouldn't start-No spark!
After sleeping on the issue, I remembered I still had several parts from my old '86 Suburban. I dug through a box and found the distributor and swapped it into the pick up. One turn of the key and it started right up. But, of course, I wasn't satisfied. I knew the carburetor was in need of a rebuild,and I had just done the Suburban's a few years before, why not swap that as well? Due to changes in computer connections between '84 and '86, the swap did not work. So, I rebuilt the carb and put it back on the pick up. Runs much better, until this week. Wouldn't start again. This time a horrific grinding noise was made when trying to start it. Good news, this wasn't an engine noise! So I pulled the starter (did I mention I had to replace the starter in my Tahoe a month ago?) and it crumbled in my hands. Luckily I had a "Lifetime" warranty, and replaced the starter. It works sooooo much better now! Drove it all day today without any problems.
For now we have two working vehicles for three drivers.
How is it that a doctor knows so much about fixing cars? Well, when I was attending Northwestern College of Chiropractic, I worked part-time at a service station and learned a lot about fixing cars and fixing people. Funny thing is, both require the same skills to be successful.
Both the mechanic and doctor must take a history of the complaint (it hurts to do this/it makes a noise when I do this), do a thorough examination, do a differential diagnosis, do the treatment and test the result. And just like your mechanic telling you to bring it back in a couple of months for routine maintenance, I, as the doctor recommend coming back in a couple of months for routine maintenance. It is always much more expensive to fix/treat a problem, then it is to prevent a problem.
Love to hear your comments, please leave one!
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Athletic Performance and Chiropractic
In the mid 1990's a study was done to see if chiropractic care had any affect on athletic performance. Having worked with athletes and being an athlete myself, I already knew what the study was going to show. The study had a group of athletes, male and female, and divided them into two groups. One group trained, the second group trained as well, and also received chiropractic care. A baseline of athletic performance was established and each group began their training. At the end of six weeks, the baseline tests were again performed. While each group showed improvement, the chiropractic group showed a 14.7% increase in athletic performance over training alone!
It only makes sense that the group that got regular "tune-ups" would perform better. Chiropratic adjustments improve balance, coordination, flexibility, proprioception, strength and stamina. This is why so many top athletes (professional, Olympic, and collegiate) make chiropractic care part of their training program.
From personal experience, if not for regular chiropractic adjustments, there is no way I could physically continue to play semi-pro football at age 44.
Here is a small list of notable athletes that utilize chiropractic care: Tiger Woods, Evander Holyfield, Joe Montana, Emmitt Smith, Barry Bonds, US Women's National Soccer Team,..... And the list keeps growing and growing. Last winter, I had the opportunity to attend a sports seminar with the Pro-Football Chiropractic Association. I had a wonderful time working with the team chiropractors for the Ind. Colts, Det. Lions, Oakland Raiders, Miami Dolphins and Baltimore Ravens. Most of these guys are busy non-stop adjusting their players on game day. Not for injury care, that's what the training staff is for, but for enhanced performance. Joe Montana was noted for saying his vision and anticipation improved after an adjustment.
The athletic groups I work with; The Fox Valley Force www.foxvalleyforce.com The Fox Cityz Foxz www.foxcityzfoxz.com and The Paper Valley Roller Girls www.papervalleyrollergirls.com have used me for mostly injury care. But a few are starting to see the improved performance benefits of care prior to matches or practice.
It is really fun to see someone utilize their full genetic potential on the athletic field, when athletes record a personal best or perform better than expected. If I can help athletes succeed, that is one of the greatest thrills I ever get.
Please post a comment, even if it is to just let me know you stopped by, Thanks!!!
It only makes sense that the group that got regular "tune-ups" would perform better. Chiropratic adjustments improve balance, coordination, flexibility, proprioception, strength and stamina. This is why so many top athletes (professional, Olympic, and collegiate) make chiropractic care part of their training program.
From personal experience, if not for regular chiropractic adjustments, there is no way I could physically continue to play semi-pro football at age 44.
Here is a small list of notable athletes that utilize chiropractic care: Tiger Woods, Evander Holyfield, Joe Montana, Emmitt Smith, Barry Bonds, US Women's National Soccer Team,..... And the list keeps growing and growing. Last winter, I had the opportunity to attend a sports seminar with the Pro-Football Chiropractic Association. I had a wonderful time working with the team chiropractors for the Ind. Colts, Det. Lions, Oakland Raiders, Miami Dolphins and Baltimore Ravens. Most of these guys are busy non-stop adjusting their players on game day. Not for injury care, that's what the training staff is for, but for enhanced performance. Joe Montana was noted for saying his vision and anticipation improved after an adjustment.
The athletic groups I work with; The Fox Valley Force www.foxvalleyforce.com The Fox Cityz Foxz www.foxcityzfoxz.com and The Paper Valley Roller Girls www.papervalleyrollergirls.com have used me for mostly injury care. But a few are starting to see the improved performance benefits of care prior to matches or practice.
It is really fun to see someone utilize their full genetic potential on the athletic field, when athletes record a personal best or perform better than expected. If I can help athletes succeed, that is one of the greatest thrills I ever get.
Please post a comment, even if it is to just let me know you stopped by, Thanks!!!
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