Aaron Rodger's Day - 12/12/12

Join us in celebrating Aaron Rodger's Day this Wednesday, 12/12/12.  This day came about because of the efforts of one of Aaron's fans named Jennifer Brilowski.  She started a facebook page for Aaron Rodger's day as a joke, and was amazed by the support and excitement generated by Packer fans around the world.

The efforts now include raising money for cancer research through the Midwest Athletes Against Childhood Cancer  and the Go Bo Foundation .

Jen's goal is to raise $12012.00 for cancer research.  You can help by visiting one if the sites above and  making your contribution.  How about $12?

Our office staff will be wearing their Packer jackets and some new 12-12-12 pins we ordered to help support the cause.  We'll also be serving some green and gold treats.  Hope you can join us!

Adopt A Family Update!

The Adopt A Family collection at our Neenah office is going great, but we could still use more items for the two older children, as well as toys for the 5 and 8 year olds.  Please contact the Neenah office at 920-720-0660 if you have specific questions.  Also note that the Appleton office is collecting new, unwrapped toys for the  Marine Corps Toys for Tots Campaign.  Both of these collections are through December 13th.

Here is a list of the Adopt A Family participants and their needs:

8 year old female

Shirts/Sweaters-Medium

Pants/Jeans-Girls 6-7

Underwear/Style-bikini

Toys-Lego Friends, Bratz Barbie, Dress-up, Scooby Doo

Reading Level-2nd Grade

Movie Titiles-Scooby Doo, Any Super Heroes

5 Year old Male

Shirts/Sweaters-Boys Small

Pants/Jeans-Boy 4

Underwear/Style-Boxer

Toys-Legos, Dinosaurs, Star Wars, Avengers

Reading Level-Kindergarten

Movie Titles-Goosebumps

17 year old Male

Shirts/Sweaters-Adult Large

Pants/Jeans-Waist 36-37

Underwear/Style-Boxers Adult Large

Sock Size/Shoe Size-10

Toys-Basketball, Baseball, football, baseball glove

Reading Level-12th Grade

Movie Titles-Action/Music Cds-Rap

Small Electronics- Boom Box, Cell Phone, MP3 Player, Razors/Shavers

Misc-Disposable Shavers, Deodorant, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash, Shaving Cream

14 Year old Girl

Shirts/Sweaters- Juniors 14-16

Pants/Jeans- Juniors 5-6

Underwear/Style-Bikini/Briefs

Sock Size/Shoe Size-8 1/2

Toys- Basketball, Baseball, baseball glove

Reading Level-9th Grade

Movie Titles-Dramas, Justin Beiber CD's

Small Electronics- Boom box, cell phone, MP3 Player

Misc-Shaving Cream, Disposable shavers, deodorant, shampoo/conditioner, hairspray, body wash, make up

Call 920-720-0660 if you have any questions.  Thank you in advance for your help!

Healthy Holiday Eating Habits

Everyone struggles to not gain weight over the holidays.  There are treats at work, at family gatherings, and wherever you look. Although it is fun to indulge, it is not so fun to step on the scale come January 1st!  Here is a short list of tips you can use to help you get through the holidays with healthy eating habits.

1. Make it a goal to maintain your weight during the holiday season rather than letting yourself gain weight.
2. Exercise regularly to burn calories and to reduce holiday related stress.  Even committing to some extra walks around the block or taking the stairs will help.
3. Enjoy your holiday favorites, but in moderation.  Studies have shown that the first few bites of any food are the most pleasurable, so have a few bites and then stop.  You won't be missing anything by not finishing - other than some more calories.
4. Bring a healthy dish to gatherings so you know you will be able to eat something healthy.  You never know if others have used low or non fat ingredients, but you'll know that you did.
5. Remember that the holidays are not a free pass to overindulge.  Maintain healthy eating habits whenever possible and eat sensibly at holiday gatherings.
6. If all else fails, resolve to sign up for our "Six Weeks to Wellness" program after the holidays.  We will develop an exercise program specific to you and your goals.  The program is supervised by your chiropractor and is often covered by your insurance.

Happy Holidays and Be Healthy!

Holiday Stress Relief

Stress has a powerful effect on the body - involving both our mental and physical well being.  Aromatherapy and massage are great ways to ease stress.  Aroma means scent, and therapy means treatment.  Aromatherapy therefore is the use of the fragrant parts of aromatic plants to improve health and well being.  Lavendar, bergamot, marjoram, sandalwood,lemon, and chamomile are especially effective in relieving stress.

Massage, even a single session, can cause biological changes.  The stress hormone cortisol is decreased and white blood cells are increased to boost immunity.  Massage activates the body on an internal level to correct the imbalances caused by our stressful lives.

During this potentially stressful holiday time, we would like to offer you some stress relief.  The Neenah office will be offering foot and chair massages from 8-4 on Wednesday, December 12th. The Appleton office will be offering an aromatherapy station for you to try some calming essential oils during the week of December 17th to 21st.  Stop by either office for some much needed TLC!

NEW! Technique Demos at Fleet Feet Sports of the Fox Valley

Dr. Nathan Zachor will be providing Active Release Technique (ART), Kinesio Taping, Graston, and Functional Movement Screens (FMS) demonstrations at Fleet Feet Sports of the Fox Valley, 3404 W. College Avenue, Appleton.    The first one is scheduled for Thursday, November 29th from 5-7 pm.  Subsequent demos will be held the 4th Thursday of each month from 5-7 pm.

Call the store at (920) 830-7867 to schedule your FREE 15 minute assessment.

Dr. Weyenberg Completes FAKTR Certification

What is FAKTR? FAKTR (pronounced FACTOR) is a concept, not a technique. The acronym stands for Functional and Kinetic Treatment with Rehab. Approximately 9 years ago, Greg Doerr, DC and Tom Hyde, DC began to experiment with treating soft tissue/fascial disorders through the use of instruments. Both Greg and Tom trained in a variety of soft tissue techniques including instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) and decided to incorporate their previous training into a concept that included function and treatment of the kinetic chain while utilizing various forms of rehabilitation at the same time. They also incorporated treatment in the position of provocation (pain, loss of range of motion, feeling of tightness within the fascia/soft tissues) and during motion.   FAKTR incorporates all of the above variations to evaluate and treat soft tissue/fascial conditions. These concepts are quick to apply, easy to grasp and produce rapid results. This certification also allows Dr. Weyenberg to perform Kinesio Taping.  You can learn more about Kinesio Taping on our website. Dr. Tony Weyenberg practices at our Neenah office and can be reached at 920-720-0660.

Adopt A Family 2012

Our Neenah office is participating in the Adopt A Family Program and is looking for your help!  Items must be new and unwrapped.  Collection dates are November 12 to December 13.

Here is a list of the participants and their needs:

8 year old female

Shirts/Sweaters-Medium

Pants/Jeans-Girls 6-7

Underwear/Style-bikini

Toys-Lego Friends, Bratz Barbie, Dress-up, Scooby Doo

Reading Level-2nd Grade

Movie Titiles-Scooby Doo, Any Super Heroes

5 Year old Male

Shirts/Sweaters-Boys Small

Pants/Jeans-Boy 4

Underwear/Style-Boxer

Toys-Legos, Dinosaurs, Star Wars, Avengers

Reading Level-Kindergarten

Movie Titles-Goosebumps

17 year old Male

Shirts/Sweaters-Adult Large

Pants/Jeans-Waist 36-37

Underwear/Style-Boxers Adult Large

Sock Size/Shoe Size-10

Toys-Basketball, Baseball, football, baseball glove

Reading Level-12th Grade

Movie Titles-Action/Music Cds-Rap

Small Electronics- Boom Box, Cell Phone, MP3 Player, Razors/Shavers

Misc-Disposable Shavers, Deodorant, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash, Shaving Cream

14 Year old Girl

Shirts/Sweaters- Juniors 14-16

Pants/Jeans- Juniors 5-6

Underwear/Style-Bikini/Briefs

Sock Size/Shoe Size-8 1/2

Toys- Basketball, Baseball, baseball glove

Reading Level-9th Grade

Movie Titles-Dramas, Justin Beiber CD's

Small Electronics- Boom box, cell phone, MP3 Player

Misc-Shaving Cream, Disposable shavers, deodorant, shampoo/conditioner, hairspray, body wash, make up

Call 920-720-0660 if you have any questions.  Thank you in advance for your help!

Kids Need Chiropractic Too!

More parents are discovering the many benefits associated with chiropractic care throughout childhood.  Regular chiropractic check-ups are part of proper spinal hygiene and better health. 

Why is chiropractic important for my child?    

Chiropractic care benefits children by correcting the spinal alignment to improve their overall health. When vertebral joints are misaligned during birth or from a blow or fall, muscle tissue and nerves may also be affected. Spinal adjustment frees joints, restores motion and relieves nerve pressure, which may be the cause of additional ailments.  Spinal manipulation for children as young as newborn babies is an alternative treatment for the discomfort of colic and other digestive disorders as well.

·         Colic ·         Ear Infections ·       Headaches ·         Neck Pain ·         Scoliosis

·         Allergies ·         Acid Reflux ·         Asthma ·        ADHD  ·         Back Pain

Chiropractic care may be able to help with:

Chiropractic care for children is safe, gentle and effective!
Our doctors provide special care for infants and children.  To see how chiropractic may be able to help a child in your life, schedule an appointment today!

Pilates Mats on Sale!

Our Neenah office is offering a discount on Pilates mats.  They are very thick and are a good quality mat.  Regular price is $31.50 with tax, new price is $24.  Call 920-720-0660 or stop in at 1511 S. Commercial St. in Neenah.

New Health Care Requirements for Chiropractors

As you hopefully know, Schubbe Resch has provided ethical, efficient and quality care to our patients since our inception in 1984.  Throughout that time we have offered the most “up to date” procedures and practices in chiropractic care.

2012 has brought new “Government Regulated Required Standards”.

Once annually, Doctors of Chiropractic must record and monitor the following with our patients: demographics, height, weight, blood pressure, smoking status, preferred language and race. 

Chiropractors also must monitor all patients’ medications and research if patients have conflicting medication interactions.

Chiropractors must also monitor and research if patients have an allergic reaction to medications.

As Doctors of Chiropractic, we must:

Record office notes with Government Certified Approved Software

Offer a Clinical Summary of every visit

Demonstrate the ability to submit electronic records within 3 business days of your appointment

Demonstrate the ability to protect your electronic records with security appropriate software

Create a patient problem list

Your cooperation with these new requirements is greatly appreciated.  As always, our goal is to provide you with the best health care possible.

New! Free Pain Assessments

Our offices are offering a new service to potential patients - a FREE pain assessment.  We have added a link to our website that is accessible from every page, so you can request the free assessment from anywhere on our website www.schubberesch.com.  Once you submit your request, a staff person from our office will contact you to see when you would like to schedule your meeting with one of our chiropractors.

Our doctors will discuss your current condition and let you know what we can do to help get you out of pain.

There is no charge for the assessments, however, if additional services are performed on the day of the examination, applicable insurance benefits will apply (deductible, co-pay, co-insurance).  Sorry - Medicare beneficiaries are excluded from this offer due to Medicare laws.

Flexibility Training

Attention coaches, parents and athletes!

We want to share with you one of the best approaches to functional flexibility that we have experienced in over 20 years of clinical practice in physical therapy. We have worked with many athletes from a preventative and post injury status. We are truly amazed with the results and compliance we have observed using flexibility training. Most athletes hate to stretch, however if they understand that the greater range of motion available means a greater range to be strong in, their eyes light up!!!

Schubbe Resch Chiropractic & Physical Therapy is now offering individual, small group and team flexibility training. Please contact Kari Resch, PT for pricing and scheduling at resch.kari@yahoo.com.

This video will show you some examples of what this flexibility program includes:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=okb96N5PJBY&feature=share

Meet Our Experts!

Please join our doctors on either Tuesday, October 23rd or Thursday, October 25th for an informal presentation to see if you could benefit from chiropractic care.  Hear about the latest chiropractic treatment options and drug-free approaches to pain relief.  Visit with our doctors, ask questions, receive free gifts, and more.

We are excited to offer potential patients the opportunity to personally meet the doctors at our two facilities, and find out what chiropractic is all about.  We will have demonstrations to show you the newest services that we offer including Kinesio Taping, Graston Technique, and Active Release Technique.  You'll have the chance to ask our doctors questions about general topics as well as specific concerns.

We also invite you to explore our website - www.schubberesch.com - to see the many services we offer.  Our goal is to get our patients out of pain as quickly as possible, and to give them tools to keep themselves out of pain.

Registration is required and space is limited.

Tuesday, October 23rd
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Neenah office
1511 S. Commercial St.
Call 920-720-0660 or email schubbereschneenah@gmail.com to register.

Thursday, October 25th 
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Appleton office
2200 S. Kensington Dr.
Call 920-738-0200 or email patientservices@schubbeappleton.com to register.

Kinesiotape for Student Athletes

Many of you saw various athletes at the summer Olympics in London wearing colorful athletic tape.  Swimmers, triathletes, soccer players, beach volleyball players, and others were all seen with "Kinesiotape" on various regions of their body. 

 

The practical benefits of Kinesiotape are that Kinesiotape will last 2-3 days on average, it won't fall off after showering or sweating from athletic activity, and athletes can experience full range of motion compared to conventional athletic tape. 

 

Kinesio Tape is applied to various soft tissue injuries of the fascia, ligaments, tendons, and muscles in the areas of the legs, arms, spine, and torso.  General indications for Kinesio Taping are soft tissue swelling, spasm, and poor muscle firing.

The most common soft tissue athletic injuries treated by Kinesio Tape are:

1. Ankle Sprain-Strains
2. Shin Splints
3. Calf and Achilles Sprain-Strains
4. Knee Injuries
5. Quad-Hamstring-Groin Sprain-Strains
6. Hip and IT Sprain-Strains
7. Cervical, Thoracic, and Lumbar Sprain-Strains
8. Shoulder Impingement and Rotator Cuff Sprain-Strains
9. Tennis and Golfers Elbow Sprain-Strains
10. Carpal Tunnel and Sciatic Nerve Entrapments

 

So if you are, or have, a student athlete that is experiencing any of the above injuries, consider giving Kinesio Tape a try.  Our offices have had great success treating patients with Kinesio Tape verses traditional athletic tape. Call 920-738-0200 (Appleton) or 920-720-0660 (Neenah) to schedule your appointment.

Chiropractic Care for High School Athletes

High School and sports go together. From soccer, to baseball to football, we’re pushing our student athletes to excel at earlier ages. With more access to sports, there are also increased risks of injury. Chiropractic care from early on can help reduce the possibility of injury, and help a high school athlete recover quicker when injury occurs.

High school athletes are increasingly turning to chiropractic care to help them relieve pain and stay fit. Many athletes seek chiropractic care on their own. However, there is a growing trend for schools and professional teams to either have a direct relationship with a chiropractor or have one on their medical staff.

Many athletes began looking into chiropractic care in the mid-eighties. Quarterback, Joe Montana, was treated on national TV by a chiropractor before the 1989 Super Bowl. Following their win in the Super Bowl, the San Francisco 49ers decided to have a chiropractic physician on staff permanently. Today, according to the NFL, all teams either have a chiropractor on staff, or have a chiropractor visit the team weekly.

No matter which sport high school athletes play, no matter how young or old, just about every athlete will experience some sort of sports injury at some time in his or her life. Sometimes the competitive drive can push athletes to reach beyond the maximum output of their bodies. Often this type of output leads to various types of sports injuries, such as pulled muscles, torn ligaments, or broken limbs.

Chiropractic Care Can Help...

Doctors of chiropractic are trained and licensed to treat the entire neuromusculoskeletal system and can provide advice on sports training, nutrition and injury prevention to young athletes. Chiropractic care can be very effective at treating a myriad of sports injuries. For many athletes, chiropractic offers a non-invasive, prescription-free path to restored physical ability.

Athletes, young and old, I encourage you to consider chiropractic for proper care to “stay in the game.”

September 2012 Massage Special

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Read about why Brian regularly schedules massage:

"As a long time runner, 10 marathons including 3x Boston finisher and Ironman WI finisher, I’ve experienced my fair share of “runner’s injuries”. However, as I’ve moved up in age groups and am now considered a masters runner, I see fewer and fewer of my peers at the start line. Massage; I am confident in saying that without massage I would not be running marathons. In my mind, massage is equivalent to a regular oil change for a vehicle. Without regular oil changes the vehicle will run for a time but eventually lack of oil changes will catch up to a vehicle. As masters runners we can get by for some time without massage but long term, massage acts to prevent injuries extending our ability to run." ~Brian - Appleton, WI

Protein Drinks and the Teen Athlete

You don’t need to guzzle protein shakes or consume massive amounts of protein powder in order to gain muscle. The amount of protein the average American eats is sufficient for the body; the rest of the work in muscle building comes from strength training. A recommended guideline is about one to 1.5 grams of protein per kilogram in body weight each day (a kilogram is equal to approximately 2.2 lbs).

One thing athletes do have to worry about more than anyone else is getting enough iron to prevent fatigue and enough calcium to maintain strong bones and muscles. The recommended daily amount of iron—which you can find in red meat, beans and leafy greens—is 15 milligrams per day for women and 10 for men. Young women need about 1,200 milligrams of calcium, which can be found in dairy, per day.

For workouts of one hour or less in duration, water is the best choice to drink to maintain your body’s fluid level. Sports drinks that replenish electrolytes are best left to workouts that last over an hour. Make sure to keep drinking fluids before, during and after the workout or event to stay hydrated.

Protein can help decrease muscle damage and soreness, but the best sources are probably already in your refrigerator.  Cottage cheese and chocolate milk are great ways to get protein in your diet, are inexpensive, and can be readily purchased at the grocery store.

Some cautions to note:

• Some protein drinks and shakes contain substances that may be considered illegal if you are a competitive athlete.  Check WIAA, NCAA or other guidelines. 
• Creatine is not recommended for athletes under the 18 years of age because of significant side effects that may include cramping and dehydration, nausea, diarrhea and kidney problems.

Please make sure to be aware of all side effects before taking this type of supplement.

Teens and Back or Neck Pain

What parents need to know, what to look for, and when to seek treatment 

As teens transition from an active summer to a school year of sitting, reading, video games, computers, and heavy back packs, they often suffer from back and neck pain, as well as headaches.

There can be several sources of neck and back pain.

• Poor posture such as rounded shoulders and forward head carriage
• Spinal misalignments that occur with contact sports, tubing, trampolines, stomach sleeping etc.
• Scoliosis which is a 10% curvature of the spine that usually develops between the ages of 10 and 15
• Meningitis – symptoms include pain and stiffness in the neck while touching the chin to the chest, fever, persistent headache,  and vomiting. SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL CARE IF YOU SUSPECT YOUR CHILD HAS MENINGITIS!

The doctors at Schubbe Resch Chiropractic and Physical Therapy Centers treat children and teens with neck and back pain on a daily basis. We are happy to discuss your concerns by phone if you would like to find out if chiropractic care may be helpful for your teen.

We will evaluate your child and determine the most effective treatment, whether it be chiropractic care, physical therapy, or referral to your medical provider.

Vitamins for Your Child

75% of children only get between 75-80% of the RDA for all vitamins and minerals. This means their daily diet is still inadequate. It is important to get as many vitamins and minerals in their diet by eating fruits and vegetables, but most children need some supplementation. For this reason, a quality daily multiple vitamin and mineral complex for children is an important base. A children’s formula without added sugar, high fructose corn syrup, or other added fillers is important. 

Omega-3 fatty acids are also important for a child’s growth and development.  Fish oil contains two compounds called EPA and DHA.  DHA is an essential fatty acid needed for brain growth and development.  Think of DHA as brain food.  A quality supplement is a must; poor quality fish oil may contain unwanted contaminants.  EPA/DHA deficiency has been linked to numerous childhood problems, including ADHD and autism. The amount of fish oil taken per day depends on the supplement and the age of child, it should be labeled for children and should say on the label the amount to take based on age/weight of the child.

Vitamin D supplementation is also important in childhood, particularly for those of us who live in northern climates.  Our bodies can make vitamin D from sunlight, but the use of sunscreens and the limited amount of quality sunlight we get in northern climates can prohibit our bodies from making enough. Vitamin D deficiency in childhood has been linked to numerous autoimmune disorders, including type 1 diabetes and Crohn’s disease, certain cancers, as well as osteopenia/osteoporosis in children.  Recent studies also clearly show a link between vitamin D deficiency and increased risk of pediatric viral respiratory infection. Infants need 400-1000 IU vitamin D per day, children over 2 years of age 1,000-2,000 IU/day.

Along with supplementation, a quality diet is a must for our growing children.  Lots of fresh fruits and vegetables, lean meat, and whole grains are fuel for your child’s growth and development. A simple way to get a child to eat more fruits and vegetables is more exposure to them; going to the farmer’s market, seeing mom and dad make healthy choices, and cultivating a garden in your own backyard are ways to start.  If fresh vegetables are in short supply, frozen fruits and vegetables are also a quality option. Avoid canned products when possible, metals from them can leach into the food, and many canned fruits/vegetables have a toxic chemical called BPA in the lining. Making healthy choices along with some supplementation can promote your child’s proper growth and development and help ward off other serious diseases.

Our offices carry a variety of high quality nutritional supplements for both you and your child.  Speak to your chiropractor about the best recommendations for you and your family.

Marathon Nutrition - Before, During and After the Race

Prior to race day, marathoners need 60-70% of their total calories from carbohydrate, the remaining calories from fat and protein. This carbohydrate loading allows for storage of carbohydrate as glycogen in both muscle tissue and the liver.  Muscle glycogen is the primary source of fuel used in the first 90 minutes of exercise.  After 90 minutes, muscle glycogen stores become depleted and glycogen is released from the liver.  If you do not have proper glycogen stores, you will exhaust yourself and “hit the wall”.  High quality carbohydrates in the form of whole grains and fresh fruits and vegetables are best prior to race day.

A proper pre-exercise meal can improve performance and time to exhaustion, as well as enhance liver glycogen stores.  The pre-event meal should be high in carbohydrates, non-greasy, and easily digested. The amount depends on the time it is ingested prior to the event. Three to four hours before the race, roughly 700 kcal can be consumed safely.  Examples of a 700 kcal meal include scrambled egg whites with white toast, low sugar jam, and a banana.  Other examples include 2 cups plain pasta with a roll, or 1 can low fat sports shake with no more than 25 grams of protein, 1 sports bar, 1 banana, and water.  Two to three hours before the race, the kcal count drops to 300-400 kcal. Taking out the banana in previous examples drops the kcal to this amount, another example would be a smoothie with berries, banana, and 1 scoop soy or whey protein. One hour or less before the competition, only consume 100 kcal, as too much more will cause gastric upset with exercise. Fresh fruit, ½ bagel, or sports drinks are good examples.  White toast and regular pasta are recommended for a reason - having fiber before an event often causes stomach upset/cramping/diarrhea with the event. Endurance events also require carbohydrates with a higher glycemic index.    Whole grains are recommended in the days and weeks before the, but not the day of. 

Carbohydrate feeding during the event delays fatigue and ensures you will have the proper energy stores to finish the race. Carbohydrate feeding during an event also ensures you will maintain proper blood glucose and enhance performance.  From a physiological standpoint, the type of carbohydrate does not matter. Some athletes prefer a sports drink, while others prefer to eat a solid or gel and consume water. The rate of carbohydrate ingestion during an event should be approximately 26-30 g every 30 minutes, which is equivalent to 1 cup of a 6-8% carbohydrate solution taken every 15- 20 minutes. Less than 5% carbohydrate solution does not help performance, and over 10% can cause abdominal cramps, diarrhea, and nausea.

After the race, at least 20 hours will be needed for complete restoration of glycogen stores.  It is best to start carbohydrate intake immediately after exercise and at 15-60 minute intervals afterward for up to five hours after exercise. At this time, carbohydrates that are higher on the glycemic index are best as they will replenish glycogen stores better post exercise than low glycemic index. Adding 5-9 grams of protein with every 100 g of carbohydrate eaten helps increase glycogen synthesis rate and helps with muscle repair.  Many athletes find it difficult to eat immediately post exercise, so you may want to drink your carbohydrates or consider foods such as fruit pops, bananas, oranges, melons, or apple slices, or a smoothie with whey protein. Make sure to experiment with this during training so that when it comes to race day, you have found the right combination of foods that work best for you to optimize your performance.

Free Injury Assessments for Fox Cities Marathon Participants

Are you training for the Fox Cities Marathon or Half Marathon on September 22nd?  If so, you need to know about our FREE injury assessments for runners from September 2nd through September 20th. You can have one of our chiropractors assess your running injury at no cost.  We'll let you know if your injury is something we can help you with.  If so, we'll get you scheduled for the proper appointments to get you back to your training program with as little down time as possible.

With our combination of Chiropractic, Graston Technique, Kinesio Taping, Active Release Technique, Physical Therapy and Wellness Programs, we're bound to find a way to help you out!

Appleton office - Time has been reserved from 1-2 daily with Dr. Nathan Zachor - please call 920-738-0200 to schedule your assessment.

Neenah office - You may call 920-720-0660 to schedule an injury assessment any time during our normal office hours.

Chiropractic Care for Runners

Runners Turning to Chiropractors for Care

Chiropractic treatment is a growing trend among the running community.  Runners are benefitting from chiropractic to help them through the rigorous training season, preparation for an upcoming race and speeding the recovery of an injury.

Chiropractic During the Training Season

During the long miles of training, runners may look to chiropractic to maintain healthy joint and muscle function.  Chiropractors will often perform a head to toe evaluation looking for imbalances between joint mobility and muscular balance.  If a chiropractor detects a loss of motion in a spinal joint or an extremity, that loss of motion can put additional strain on another joint or muscle.  Correcting that loss of motion with a chiropractic adjustment can help prevent that eventual overuse of other structures, therefore preventing an injury.

Chiropractic to Enhance Your Performance

Pre-race chiropractic care has also become quite popular.  When your joints have proper range of motion, muscles are able to perform at their highest level.  Like fine-tuning a race car, pre-race chiropractic adjustments give an athlete a winning edge.

Chiropractic for Sports Injuries

When runners are saddled with an injury, most are desperate to find a quick solution before hard-earned fitness levels slip away.  The benefits of seeing a sports orientated chiropractor go far beyond the adjustment.  Many chiropractors are well trained in using the latest sports medicine treatment methods.  The efficiency of seeing a chiropractor may also come down to “one stop shopping”.  A chiropractor can evaluate and initiate treatment on your very first visit.  Other health care options may start with a doctor visit, followed by a referral to a specialist and then another referral to physical therapy.  A delay in treatment can affect your fitness level which can affect future performance. 

Runners are benefitting from chiropractic in many phases of their training. Whether its injury prevention, pre-race preparation or injury management, chiropractic has found its place with the running community.
All of the chiropractors at Schubbe Resch have experience treating athletes and can quickly diagnose your injury and find a treatment plan to get you back on the road quickly.   Our services include physical therapy, Kinesio Taping, Graston Technique, ART, nutritional counseling, and one -on -one wellness training.

Schubbe Resch's Weekend Warriors - Part 2

Not only do our chiropractors recommend that you get out and get physical, they also practice what they preach!  Here's what we caught our Neenah doctors doing:

Dr. Chris Resch enjoying boating with his children

Dr. Jim McRae teeing one up

Dr. Tony Weyenberg coaching baseball

Dr. Lara Klein kayaking

Our Appleton doctors were featured in a previous post if you'd like to see some of their favorite summer activities.

Sports Performance Care

Sports performance care at Schubbe Resch Chiropractic and Physical Therapy Centers is a collection of treatment techniques used to improve bio-mechanics and prevent injuries during heavier training periods for athletes participating in upcoming triathlons, marathons, and high school or college sports.  It's no secret that many of today's elite athletes are using chiropractors and physical therapists to give them the edge and prevent injuries that would otherwise sidetrack their sports training.

Our doctors and physical therapists will create a sports wellness program to keep you training at your best.  We offer chiropractic, physical therapy, Graston Technique, Active Release Technique, Kinesio Taping, Nutritional Counseling and Functional Movement Screening to diagnose your injury, treat it, and prevent future occurrences.  Call one of our offices today!  920-738-0200 Appleton, or 920-720-0660 Neenah.

ART Workshop Tuesday, August 7th at 5:30 pm

Dr. Nathan Zachor will hold an ART (Active Release Technique) workshop at our Appleton office on Tuesday, August 7th at 5:30 pm.  Please call our office at 920-738-0200 to register or send email to patientservices@schubbeappleton.com.  Class participants should wear comfortable athletic clothing as Dr. Nathan will be demonstrating on volunteers!

ART is a patented, state of the art soft tissue system/movement based massage technique that treats problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. Headaches, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, shin splints, shoulder pain, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, knee problems, and tennis elbow are just a few of the many conditions that can be resolved quickly and permanently with ART. These conditions all have one important thing in common: they are often a result of overused muscles.
For more information, visit the ART website at http://www.activerelease.com.

Dr. Nathan Zachor Receives ART Certification

If you are an athlete who is looking for an Active Release Technique (ART) certified provider to treat your soft tissue injuries, please contact Schubbe Resch Chiropractic and Physical Therapy of Appleton at 920-738-0200.  Dr. Nathan Zachor, DC became ART certified in the lower extremity (leg) in Chicago, IL as of July 1st.  ART is the gold standard in soft tissue treatment.  We are excited to continue to deliver the latest techniques to help our community members and patients return to work, sports, and daily activities faster.

ART is the perfect technique to consider if you are dealing with running injuries, for example during your training for the Fox Cities Marathon!  Watch our blog, facebook page, and tweets for more information about future workshops and events we are offering marathon participants.

Kinesio Taping for a Black Eye

Dr. Nathan Zachor shared theses pictures of his daughter's black eye and how he applied kinesio tape to help move blood from the area and promote faster healing.

If you are interested in Kineso Taping for an injury, call one of our offices today!

Quicker, Faster, Stronger Program

For the past 2 years, Chris & Kari Resch, have worked with Neenah High School athletic teams  to bring them the Quicker-Faster-Stronger program. It is currently used by the girls basketball team, the boys basketball team, and the boys football team. It is offered not only in the summertime but during the basketball season as well.

Right now,  there are about 40 girls involved in this training ranging from freshmen to seniors.


The program focuses on agility and full body strength training with an emphasis on core strength. In this training, Chris & Kari use resistance bands which are essentially giant rubber bands that you pull against to strengthen certain muscle groups. It’s a great program for high school athletes to get involved in.

If you are interested or have further questions, contact Chris Resch resch.chris@yahoo.com or Kari Resch resch.kari@yahoo.com at our Neenah location.

Moszkitos Sandals

We all love to shed our typical socks and shoes in the summer and slip into summer sandals.  The problem is, sandals usually do not have very good arch support.  But we have found a product that addresses that need perfectly.  Moszkitos are flip-flops with arch support!  The sandals come in variety of styles for both men and women with a contoured footbed that looks great and feels even better.  Moszkito sandals are available at both our Appleton and Neenah offices.  Stop in to see what we have available.

Wearing sandals with the proper arch support helps your lower back, your hips, your knees, and your feet.  And, you won't get yelled at by your chiropractor for wearing flip flops!

Schubbe Resch's Weekend Warriors

Do you ever wonder what our doctors do on the weekends?  Well, we caught some of them in action!

Dr. Peter Schubbe biking in Madison, Wisconsin

Dr. Peter Schubbe golfing at the Bridges in Madison, Wisconsin

Dr. John Schubbe working on his golf game

Dr. John Schubbe creating chalk art with his daughter

Dr. Nathan Zachor hiking in Vail, Colorado

Dr. Laura Kemps camping and fly fishing

Next month we will show you what our Neenah doctors have been up to this summer.