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Golf Cart Injuries on the Rise

2009-02-03T13:57:00.003-05:00

Golf cart injuries have more than doubled over the last 17 years. Since 1996 there have been an estimated 150,000 such injuries treated in hospital emergency rooms, one third were children. This represents a 130% increase over...

UHC Accused of Biggest Insurance Scam Ever Seen

2009-01-20T13:23:00.007-05:00

Government officials are calling it the worst health insurance scam they have ever seen. The victims may be in the millions. Investigation reveals that United Health Care owns the "third party" group who reviews and denies your...

Clash Founder Now a Chiropractor

2009-01-20T13:14:00.006-05:00

So, what do you do next after you've been in one of the most celebrated bands on the planet? Become a chiropractor, of course! Terry Chimes, drummer with the Clash, played all of the biggest stadiums. He has had Bob Dylan, Jack...

Chiropractors Unite to Help One of Their Own

2009-01-17T15:10:00.009-05:00

When Asheville Chiropractor Dr. Dru Aguilar suffered a serious injury to his right hand, chiropractors all across the region united to help him and his patients. It is a chiropractors worst fear to lose the use of his or her...

Dr. Richards Re-Elected President NCCA-WD

2008-09-08T15:36:00.003-04:00

Dr. Richards was re-elected to a second term as President of the North Carolina Chiropractic Association's western district, a region which represents approximately 20% of the practicing chiropractors in this state. The North...

40 Year Old Olympian Credits Chiropractic

2008-08-14T17:38:00.001-04:00

The following is reprinted from Forbes.com At age 40, Jeff Hartwig goes on record as the oldest member of the 2008 Olympic U.S. Track and Field team, competing in the pole vault event. A two time Olympian and four-time national...

United Healthcare Fined $800,000 by North Carolina

2008-08-14T13:04:00.006-04:00

After receiving a $2.2 million dollar fine in 2004, the highest ever issued by the North Carolina Dept. of Insurance, UHC has agree to pay nearly $800,000 to the state in order to resolve allegations that it violated North...

Chiropractic Helps Tony Schumacher After 320 MPH Crash - Watch Amazing Video

2008-07-21T15:00:00.003-04:00

World champion drag racer, Tony Schumacher was at the peak of his career when his car disintegrated at 320 mph. His wife Cara watched from the stands in horror. Tony's 8000 horse power engine propelled him from 0 to over 300...

Immune Function Helped by Chiropractic - Study Says

2008-07-21T13:34:00.003-04:00

A recent study found that a chiropractic adjustment immediately improved immune function and enables a patient to better fight infection for at least 2 hours, but potentially for much longer, by increasing certain biochemicals at...

10 Reasons to Quit Drinking Soda

2008-07-21T09:42:00.003-04:00

Phosphorus contributes to bone loss by inhibiting the absorption of calcium.High fructose corn syrup is linked to high blood sugar and diabetes.The sugar and acid in soda cause tooth decay. Kids who drink soda on average have...

Chuck Hill of WHKP Adjusted on Live Radio

2008-07-20T10:00:00.006-04:00

Chuck Hill, Host of Hendersonville's "Chuck in the Afternoon Show" Click Play Button to Listen to Chuck's Adjustment on WHKP! (3:50) A funny thing happened one Friday morning at the office! Dr. Richards was finishing...

Wendy Completes CA Certification

2008-07-18T09:00:00.001-04:00

Very few Chiropractic Assistants go the extra mile to become officially certified by the North Carolina Chiropractic Association. Wendy has done just that. Just as we celebrated her 4th year at Richards Family Chiropractic, she...

Gov. Palin (Alaska) Sees 'Perfection' in Child with Down Syndrome

2008-05-06T13:05:00.006-04:00

Republican Governor Sarah Palin of Alaska was shocked to learn that she was carrying a child with Down Syndrome. "I've never had problems with my other pregnancies, so I was shocked," said Palin, a mother of four other...

Adjustments Impact Brain Function

2008-04-15T10:05:00.006-04:00

Have you ever noticed improved clarity of thought or improved bodily coordination after your chiropractic adjustment? Researchers may have discovered why. Using EEG (a brain-wave test), researchers in New Zealand found...

Dr. Richards Speaks to Surgical Group in Asheville

2008-03-17T10:05:00.006-04:00

Dr. Richards was invited to speak to a group of surgeons in Asheville. Rep. Bruce Goforth was also in attendance. Mountain Neurology and Spine Center hosted a meeting of the North Carolina Chiropractic Association last Thursday...

TV Celeb: chiropractic is "amazing!"

2008-03-17T09:13:00.006-04:00

The following article is reprinted from: http://www.worldchiropracticalliance.org/tcj/2008/mar/a.htm Emmy Award‑winning talk show host Montel Williams, gave an enthusiastic endorsement of chiropractic on the Dec. 18th ...

How to Feel 14 Years Younger

2008-03-06T11:22:00.002-05:00

Would you like to live longer and feel 14 years younger? Recent studies have shown that 4 health habits can add from 10 to 14 years to your life! These healthy habits include: No smoking At least half an hour of daily...

Is that Diet Soda Really Working?

2008-03-03T23:17:00.004-05:00

Are you trying to lose weight? Consuming artificial sweeteners may actually be making it harder to control your weight according to researchers. According to new research by psychologists at Purdue University’s Ingestive...

Migraines, Sleep Habits and Melatonin

2008-01-19T06:38:00.000-05:00

Another new study has linked Migraine headaches and sleep disturbances. When hyperactive nerve cells send impulses to blood vessels, Migraines can be the result. This is accompanied by the release of brain chemicals and...

The Secret to Long Life

2008-01-19T06:22:00.000-05:00

Former assistant surgeon general Dr. Douglas Kamerow tells us what is the most significant factor for longevity. Hint: It's not what you eat or how much you exercise. Click Here to Listen Source: All Things Considered,...

Exercise as Good as Surgery for Knee Pain

2008-01-19T06:03:00.000-05:00

An exercise regime is as effective as surgery for people with a chronic pain in the front part of their knee, known as chronic patellofemoral syndrome (PFPS). PFPS is often treated with arthroscopic surgery, in which equipment...

Faith Can Heal Say Medical Researchers

2007-12-11T10:55:00.000-05:00

This is a time of year that many of us are thinking about Faith. You should be pleased to know that your faith and your health work together! There are hundreds of studies that document a link between faith and health. Here are...

Chiropractic Adjusments Helping Kids With ADHD

2007-12-05T13:01:00.000-05:00

When school became difficult and concentration became strained, Sofie began taking medicine. But the medication had its side effects. Watch this inspiring story originally reported on WBZ BOSTON to see how Sofie's mother...

Choosing a Mattress

2007-12-04T23:46:00.000-05:00

A mattress should provide uniform support from head to toe. If there are gaps between your body and your mattress (such as at the waist), you’re not getting the full support you need. Be aware that changes in your life can...

Wendy's Son Brandon - Player of The Week

2007-12-04T21:49:00.000-05:00

Many of you know my assistant Wendy. She handles our insurance billing and is a friendly smiling face around the office. But there is a side of Wendy that you may not yet know: the wrestling-mom, who cheers herself hoarse in...