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Grow Your Garden & Save Your Spine

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With the warm weather finally here, let us help you stay safe and make the most of your time outdoors. Mero Nunez Jr., DC (’88), assistant professor at Logan University and clinician at the Montgomery Health Center, offers tips on how to stay safe and healthy while spending more time working in your lawn or garden, including an easy-to-remember acronym he developed: POT. P – Pace Yourself. Gardening and yardwork are like a marathon, not a sprint. Be sure to take breaks and avoid overexertion. O – The Rule of Opposites. If you find yourself in a static posture for

Tips for Peak Marathon Performance

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Training for a marathon is vastly different from regular athletic training. It’s not just about running long distances. Effective marathon training requires endurance, strength, nutrition, proper biomechanics and appropriate recovery. At Logan University’s Montgomery Health Center, our Sports and Rehabilitation Clinic, led by Quintin Murray, DC (’12), Ed.D. (’24), MS, CCSP and Leslie Reece, DC, MS (’19), DACBSP, handle injuries and recovery for all levels of athletes. Whether you’re a casual runner or tackling your first marathon, follow the tips below to help with a safe and effective training experience. 1. Prioritize Proper Biomechanics Before you start training, it’s important

National Nutrition Month: Myth Vs. Fact

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By Heidi Obermark, MSAND student As a dietetic intern, I’ve had the opportunity to work with diverse patient populations across a variety of settings, including community nutrition, food service and clinical practice. For National Nutrition Month, I wanted to create a project to celebrate the month and raise awareness at my cardiac rehab rotation at the Heart Care Institute in Creve Coeur, Missouri, where I work closely with patients recovering from cardiac events, helping them make meaningful lifestyle changes. I developed a “Nutrition Myth Vs. Fact” flyer, featuring a different topic every week. My goal was to address common nutritional

Logan Alumnus and Faculty Member Supports St. Louis Soccer Stars

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Anthony Miller, DC (’99) is a chiropractic physician and sports medicine specialist who has dedicated nearly 25 years to providing comprehensive chiropractic care for individuals with musculoskeletal conditions. Born and raised in St. Louis, MO, Dr. Miller played collegiate soccer and baseball before earning his bachelor’s degree in human biology and Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) degree from Logan University. Currently, Dr. Miller teaches various courses to Logan’s DC students, including biomechanics, spinal and extremity assessments, and musculoskeletal management. “My goal is to teach students how to manage complex situations and cases in a multidisciplinary way,” Dr. Miller said. “Students usually

Understanding Dry Needling and Its Role in Healthcare

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Dry needling is an increasingly popular therapeutic technique used for managing muscle pain and dysfunction. While often associated with acupuncture, dry needling is a distinct practice rooted in Western medicine, focusing specifically on soft tissue manipulation. Its regulation and scope of practice vary by state, creating different legal and professional landscapes depending on location and practitioner qualifications. Although both dry needling and acupuncture involve the insertion of thin needles into the skin, their underlying principles and applications differ significantly. Acupuncture, grounded in traditional Chinese medicine, focuses on restoring the body’s energy flow (Qi) by stimulating specific meridian points. It is

Caring for the Whole Woman: Dr. Cypress Garrett

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A passion for women’s healthcare and an interest in practicing in an integrated environment led Cypress Garrett, DC (’10) to become the first chiropractor to work for St. Luke’s Medical Group, the network of physicians within St. Luke’s, a premier regional health system located in Chesterfield, Missouri. Dr. Garrett grew up in central New York with dreams of becoming a physician. She had considered medical school and massage therapy, but a visit to a chiropractor affirmed her decision. “I realized this was the kind of doctor I wanted to become: someone who looks for the root of an issue to