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Welcome to First Care Chiropractic Massage's Health Articles Archive. Here you can learn more about First Care Chiropractic Massage, Chiropractic, and Dr. Steven Longcor, today's choice for Chiropractors in Amarillo, TX. Read Dr. Steven Longcor's Chiropractic Health Articles for the health of it.
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by Dr. Steven Longcor | May 29, 2025 | Health Articles
As healthcare costs and chronic conditions climb, one concerning trend is particularly striking—asthma cases have surged by over 60% since the early 1980s. In the United States alone, asthma-related deaths now approach 5,000 per year. Here in Amarillo TX, many families are seeking alternatives beyond inhalers and medications to manage this alarming condition. The good ...
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by Dr. Steven Longcor | May 27, 2025 | Health Articles
Chronic low back pain is one of the most common causes of disability in adults today. In fact, up to 90% of people will experience low back pain at some point in their lives. In many cases, lumbar arthritis—a degenerative condition in the lower spine—is to blame.
Understanding Your Spine
Your spine is made up of 24 ...
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by Dr. Steven Longcor | May 22, 2025 | Health Articles
Today’s children spend as much time in the digital world as they do in the real one—but their health can’t be upgraded with a quick download. In an era where screens dominate learning and entertainment, maintaining good posture and spinal health is more critical than ever, especially for young, developing bodies in Amarillo TX.
Chiropractic: The ...
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by Dr. Steven Longcor | May 20, 2025 | Health Articles
With gardening season blooming in Amarillo TX, many residents are eager to dig in. Whether you're planting flowers, pulling weeds, or trimming hedges, these rewarding tasks also come with physical demands. Without proper preparation, gardening can lead to aches, sprains, and even spinal misalignments.
Gardening is great exercise, but like any workout, your body needs to ...
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by Dr. Steven Longcor | May 15, 2025 | Health Articles
Feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone. Modern life moves fast, and many of us are left juggling packed schedules, tight deadlines, and endless responsibilities. The result? Chronic stress that silently wears down your health—physically and emotionally.
The Real Cost of Stress
Short-term stress can sharpen your focus, but when it becomes chronic, it triggers serious problems. From fatigue ...
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by Dr. Steven Longcor | May 13, 2025 | Health Articles
Do you feel aches and pains in your joints before the weather changes? If your body seems to predict the forecast better than your favorite weather app, you’re not alone—and you're probably not imagining it.
The “Human Barometer” Phenomenon
Many people with chronic joint pain, back pain, or arthritis report worsening symptoms when barometric pressure drops—especially before ...
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