Live Blood Cell Analysis

Live blood cell analysis is a type of test that is conducted to determine the overall wellness of a patient in a variety of ways. It can tell us if a patient has an allergic reaction to substances, if they have conditions that are weakening their liver or other organs, or if they have certain deficiencies in vitamins and minerals, for example. When a patient is ill and can’t figure out why, the live blood cell analysis offers us a lot of information to help determine the best course of treatment.

Dr. Carol Ann Fischer provides this simple test for patients who are looking for more answers into their health and wellness status. It is performed simply by getting a drop of blood from the fingertip and putting that blood on a microscopic slide. This is then viewed with a dark-field microscope under high magnification, where the blood cells are analyzed. By magnifying the blood by about 30,000 times, we can look at how the patient’s body is getting along in their environment.

Some things we look for in the live blood cell analysis may include:

• ·         damage to the blood cells


• ·         if antioxidants may be needed


• ·         the condition of red blood cells


• ·         prevalence of bacteria or parasites


• ·         proteins or fats that are undigested


• ·         the balance of acid and alkaline in the body


• ·         deficiencies of iron, folic acid, and B12


• ·         oxygenation levels


• ·         and many other factors

Call us here at TLC Holistic Wellness at 734-664-0339 to find out more about the benefits of live blood cell analysis.

Yours in Good Health,

Carol Ann Fischer, D.C., N.D.

Creating New Healthy Traditions - Happy Holiday Eating

During the holidays, it is not unusual for people to begin following unhealthy eating habits. Not only can these habits lead to weight gain, but also affect the person’s bodily system, including their digestive system. Here at TLC Holistic Wellness, Dr. Carol Ann Fischer encourages her patients to create new healthy traditions that involve beginning a habit of healthy eating during the holidays.

Some tips we offer for creating a new healthy tradition are:

1. Eat a small, healthy snack before holiday meals.

2. Be realistic in your goals for happy holiday eating.

3. Help cook some of the holiday dishes and control what ingredients you use.

4. Socialize during holiday events to avoid overindulgence in food.

A common problem we see in our patients is that they often skip meals before holiday meal time in order to eat what they want during their family dinner. But this doesn’t help them with weight loss or maintenance, because the body goes into starvation mode, holding on to the additional calories. It also provides for an imbalance in the digestive system.

We offer many holistic wellness services aside from chiropractic care, including whole food nutrition education, herbal supplements, and diet help for patients looking for assistance with their new healthy traditions. Contact us today at 734-664-0339 to learn more about creating new healthy traditions for the holidays and beyond.

Yours in Good Health,

Carol Ann Fischer, D.C., N.D.

Reducing Holiday Stress

Stress and the holidays seem to go hand-in-hand for many of our patients. As a chiropractic and wellness center, TLC Holistic Wellness wants our patients to find stress relief in any way they can. We not only provide many treatments right here in our clinic for reducing holiday stress, but offer easy stress-relief methods that patients can carry out at home to make the holidays easier.

Chiropractic care is an ideal way to reduce your holiday stress, whether that means getting an adjustment for improved circulation and restored balance or receiving a therapeutic massage for released muscle tension. This alone can do wonders for your holiday stress levels. An added benefit is that it helps reduce the risk of getting an illness, which is common during the holidays. Other tips Dr. Carol Ann Fischer offers for reducing holiday stress is being sure to get regular sleep, exercising, drinking plenty of water, reducing caffeine and sweets consumed, and taking vitamins, herbals and supplements -- which we also offer. Learning to think positively can also be a big reduction in holiday stress.

If you are in the Livonia, MI area and looking to get chiropractic or wellness care for reducing your holiday stress, contact us today.

Yours in Good Health,

Carol Ann Fischer, D.C., N.D.

Give the Gift of Health - Eco Gift Ideas

For this holiday season, Dr. Carol Ann Fischer urges her patients to give the gift of health. As the holidays approach, it becomes more likely that patients here at TLC Holistic Wellness and their friends and loved ones are going to enjoy sweets, treats, and plenty of unhealthy foods. Not only that, lack of exercise and remissed focus on wellness is also common during the holidays. By putting a little thought into the gift, patients can give the gift of health with the following eco gift ideas. These ideas range from food and kitchen appliances to eco-friendly outdoor items.

• ·         Reusable water bottle


• ·         Gift basket with healthy snacks and treats


• ·         Camping gear with healthy snacks


• ·         First-aid kit


• ·         Reusable tote bag for the farmer’s market

When choosing eco gifts that are on the healthy side, consider the person you are giving to and what their needs are. Some people work full time jobs and are looking for reusable lunch boxes or coffee cups, while others are busy parents who would appreciate items for their family. You can also introduce them to our wellness center in Livonia, MI if they live or work in the area.

What other great ideas do you have for giving the gift of health in an eco-conscious way?

Yours in Good Health,

Carol Ann Fischer, D.C., N.D.

Upper Back Pain

Many patients who come to our TLC Holistic Wellness office suffer from upper back pain. Dr. Carol Ann Fischer provides a wide variety of treatment options, ranging from adjustments and manipulations to massage and herbal remedies. The upper and middle back, also known as the thoracic spine, includes 12 vertebrae, as well as ligaments, muscles and discs, all of which can become misaligned and cause moderate to severe pain for our patients.

The cause of the upper back pain will need to be determined before we can provide the right treatment plan. The following are common causes for upper back pain:

•    Poor posture
•    Injury or muscle strain to the ligament, muscles or discs
•    Herniated disc or other spinal nerve disorders
•    Fracture of the vertebrae
•    Osteoarthritis

We provide various treatment options for upper back pain, including adjustments and manipulations, therapeutic massage as manual therapy, such as mobilization. Here in our Livonia, MI chiropractic practice, we will also give patients recommendations to prevent further injuries to their back including diet and exercise tips, posture advice, and anti-inflammatory medications advice to ease the pain. Visit our website for more information about upper back pain.

Migraines

Migraines cause severe pain for many patients, and can include throbbing and pulsating pain in the head. Migraines are common, affecting about 12 percent of Americans, according to the U.S. Department of Human Services and National Institutes of Health.

Some patients experience warnings in the form of a flashing light or aura, while others have no warning at all. Symptoms of migraines include nausea, vomiting, throbbing or pulsating feelings in the head, and sensitivity to bright lights or loud noises. These usually tell us it is a migraine and not just a bad headache.

Here at TLC Holistic Wellness in Livonia, MI, we provide treatment to help reduce the pain and frequency of the migraines. While the cause of your migraine may not be known, certain triggers tend to be common among our patients. Migraines are often triggered by certain lifestyle changes or events, such as hormonal changes for women, exposure to light, stress, anxiety, lack of sleep, or certain types of food and beverages.

Dr. Carol Ann Fischer offers different treatments for migraines, including the following:

1. Massage Therapy
2. Biofeedback
3. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
4. Herbal Remedies

Contact our office at (734) 664-0339 to find out more about treatments available for migraines.

Sciatica

Patients who are experiencing moderate or severe pain in their lower back or upper buttocks area are often suffering from sciatica pain. The pain stems from the sciatic nerve, which runs along the lower back to the buttocks and down each leg. Most of our patients only experience sciatic pain on one side or the other, though some have pain on both sides. Aside from pain relief medication, chiropractic and herbal care here at TLC Holistic Wellness is one of the best ways to treat this condition.
Some common symptoms of sciatica include pain in the back, buttocks, or thigh, burning or tingling down the leg, constant pain or shooting pain, and weakness or numbness of one leg. Because sciatica is caused by irritation of the spine and nerves, chiropractic treatments are an excellent option for our patients.

We offer adjustments and manipulations of the spine, therapeutic massage and herbal remedies for our patients who wish to get help for their sciatica. Dr. Carol Ann Fischer also suggests the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for reducing the pain and discomfort of sciatica pain. Learn more about reducing sciatica pain by calling our Livonia, MI chiropractic office at (734) 664-0339.

Neck Pain

It’s no surprise that many people have neck pain, whether acute or chronic. After all, the neck has to support on average 12 pounds -- which is the average weight of an adult head. Because the neck, also referred to as the cervical spine, is notably flexible and able to move in many directions, it is highly susceptible to injury and pain.

The most common causes of neck pain include:

•    sports injuries
•    whiplash caused by automobile accidents
•    degenerative disk disease
•    bulging disks
•    osteoarthritis
•    spinal stenosis
•    poor posture
•    weak abdominal muscles
•    stress and tension leading to tight neck muscles

In order to determine the cause, source, and location of your neck pain, here at TLC Holistic Wellness, we will perform both a physical (range of motion check, posture check, spine exam) and neurological examination. In some cases, we may request an MRI or X-ray. Once we have more information about the cause and severity of your neck pain, we will develop an individualized chiropractic treatment program that may include neck adjustments, core stability exercises, massage, or other physical therapy. There’s no reason for you to continuously suffer from neck pain.

Call us today at (734) 664-0339 to find out more about chiropractic care and neck pain relief.

Food Allergies

Upwards of six percent of children in the U.S. under the age of 18 have food allergies, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The risk of food allergies is greater if a child is under the age of three or has a genetic predisposition to allergies, although any child can develop a food allergy.

While some allergic reactions to food can be mild, others may come on suddenly, be severe, and even be life threatening as in the case of anaphylaxis. The most common signs of food allergies include:

• ·         Hives or a rash


• ·         Tingling in the mouth


• ·         Swelling in the throat or tongue


• ·         Feeling dizzy


• ·         Cramps in the abdomen


• ·         Coughing


• ·         Breathing difficulties


• ·         Diarrhea or vomiting


• ·         Lack of consciousness

Practically any food can cause a food allergy, but the most common food allergies, particularly during childhood, include milk, eggs, nuts, soy, shellfish, and wheat.

Here at TLC Holistic Wellness, we recommend people with food allergies  be diligent in reading the ingredients found on food product labels.  This will ensure that a food isn’t consumed that causes an allergic reaction. To learn more about food allergies and to obtain a personal food allergy and nutritional evaluation, contact us by calling (734) 664-0339.

Low Back Pain

Many people experience low back pain at least once at some point in their life. In fact, as many as 31 million people in the U.S. experience low back pain at any point in time, according to the American Chiropractic Association. This is largely because the back is made up of such a complex structure of ligaments, muscles, joints, and bones that all must work in tandem with each other. Any misalignment can inflict low back pain on its victim.

While car accidents and sports injuries are common causes of low back pain, something as simple as bending over to pick up a coin from the floor can result in low back pain. Other causes of back pain include:

• ·         poor posture


• ·         arthritis


• ·         kidney problems


• ·         herniated disk


• ·         sciatica


• ·         obesity


• ·         viral infections


• ·         fibromyalgia

Fortunately, chiropractic treatment here at TLC Holistic Wellness can provide low back pain relief and restore mobility through such holistic treatments as spinal adjustments, massage, physical therapy, and exercise. If you are suffering from low back pain, contact us today at (734) 664-0339 to schedule a consultation.

 

Enhance your Life with Movement!

Joint health is important to living a good life.  That’s why we stress healthy aging to all of our patients at TLC Holistic Wellness.  In 2013, National Chiropractic Health Month (NCHM) will be celebrated in October.  As Chiropractors look at the importance of joint health at all stages of life, we encourage patients to learn more about what they can do to keep their joints functioning properly this month.

At TLC Holistic Wellness we encourage everyone to lead a healthy life by promoting joint health through physical activity. All of the joints of the body must be functioning in order for us to carry out normal activities of daily living. Some 150 million to 200 million cases of back pain send people to the doctor every year—and many of those are related to spinal joint injuries. The bones that make up the joints allow movement, and the muscles pull the bones to produce the movement.

The movements that are performed on a daily basis are critical to long-term joint health, as are proper nutrition, a healthy exercise regimen, and a healthy lifestyle. Moving a joint through its full range of motion serves several important purposes. Joints are not supplied directly with blood as are other organs within the body, but instead are nourished with synovial fluid that is forced into the joint cartilage through pressure resulting from body movement.

So the saying, “Use it or lose it” applies to joint function. Joints need to be moving for full body function. Get your joints checked at no charge during the month of October at TLC Holistic Wellness to make sure they are moving correctly.  Call (734) 664 - 0339 to schedule your no-charge evaluation.

Digestive Issues

Digestive issues do more than cause discomfort; they can easily interfere with the way in which the body absorbs and utilizes nutrients.  When the digestive system isn’t functioning properly, it can amount to some serious health problems. To complicate matters, the underlying cause of certain digestive issues can be difficult to identify and easy to overlook through conventional means. As a result, determining an effective treatment is difficult.

Here at TLC Holistic Wellness, we have helped many patients get to the bottom of their digestive issues and determine an effective and safe treatment.  We offer complete testing on your body’s current nutrition needs, screening for specific digestive disorders, detoxification and dietary programs, along with a complete array of diagnostics and treatments that address your discomfort and health concern. For more information, please contact us directly. 

Fatigue

Fatigue affects most individuals from one time or another, but when lack of energy and weakness begins to interfere with your daily life and wellness, it usually means there is an underlying cause to be addressed.  Spinal subluxation, lack of or improper nutrition, and other internal and systemic issues could contribute to chronic fatigue.

If you feel restless, weak, exhausted and hazy on a regular basis, and you cannot trace the issue to a specific cause, call us at TLC Holistic Wellness for help. Chiropractic adjustments, nutritional services, energy balancing and many of our other resources can help you regain your ability and wellness.

Moodiness and Irritability

It’s normal to feel moody and irritable periodically, but if you feel out of sorts, depressed and discontent most of the time, it’s likely your body is carrying around a great deal of stress and is not functioning in balance. Moodiness and irritability can be common effects of a number of health conditions. It’s not unusual for a lack of nutrients, inflammation, a nervous system stress or an internal disorder to cause this type of mood disruption.  At TLC Holistic Wellness, we’re here to help to you identify the possible cause and enable you to start feeling like yourself again through safe and manageable treatment.  Contact us and set up a consultation to discuss your symptoms and we’ll provide you with an effective plan to leave your moodiness and irritability behind.

Allergies and Sinus Issues

Allergies and sinus issues are certainly uncomfortable and disruptive. If you’ve ever sought relief through conventional medicine, you’ve likely discovered that best available option is to simply manage symptoms with medication.  Here at TLC Holistic Wellness, we offer our patients something more effective and safer for the treatment of allergies and sinus issues. Through our detoxification and nutrition services, we can help you significantly reduce if not totally eliminate the symptoms of your allergy and sinus issues. Chiropractic diagnostics and adjustments can also be used to identify any misalignment or subluxation issues that may be interfering with your respiratory and immune system. We can help you address histamine response and inflammatory disorders that trigger your symptoms and cause discomfort.

To learn more about our holistic and chiropractic treatments for allergy and sinus issues, please contact us directly.