Healthy for Life Secrets behind the science of Chiropractic…

and methods for successful living! - A newsletter by Dr. Kaili Richey

Ask the Doctor

“What happens when you

visit a chiropractor’s

office? And why?”

The answer is: Patients wonder why we do certain things during your office visit. Let’s go over some of the reasons here…

What’s your history?

Doctors typically gather some family and personal history about the patient. We call this the health history. We like to know what

health issues you’ve had in the past… because it can provide telling information about your current condition. For instance, knowing that a patient engages in physical labor of a particular kind can help me pinpoint the area in the spine we should direct some attention towards. Or knowing that another patient has had prior surgery for spinal pain is

obviously important and it’ll enable me to determine the correct diagnosis. Next we do…

The Physical Examination Now we begin the examination. No needles or drawing blood in a chiropractic office:) A chiropractic examination can often include general tests such as blood pressure, pulse,

respiration, and reflexes, as well as specific neurological tests such as Range of motion, the muscle tone & strength of the impacted area, and the like. There may also be further recommended diagnostic tests such as x-ray, MRI, etc., depending on the doctor’s opinion on the severity of your condition.

What’s the Purpose of the Report of

Findings? The doctor then organizes his diagnosis into something known as the Report of Findings. The purpose of this is to give patients an overview of the state of their condition and then is followed by a treatment recommendation. Reminder: If you’ve been

feeling pain for 48 hours or longer, you’re advised to contact us immediately.

We’re here to help!

Here is some “must have” info you need for the Holiday’s…

Shocking Flu Facts! It’s almost that time of the year again - Flu season. As we stuff our faces and

enjoy Halloween and upcoming other holiday parties, an estimated 15 million

people will get the flu next month. Below are some intriguing Flu Facts that I bet

you didn’t know until you read them here…

The annual flu season actually begins in October and continues until May. Every year,

between 5 percent and 20 percent of the U.S. population gets the flu. That means as

many as 60 million get sick from the flu every year. Seasonal flu results in more than

200,000 hospitalizations and about 36,000 deaths annually.

The media and some medical organizations recommend the flu vaccine for children

under two years old and all adults over 50. However some health experts are screaming,

“Don't fall for it!” There are lingering questions about the effectiveness of the flu

vaccination such as…

Those most at risk of flu complications probably share a higher risk of adverse

reactions to the flu vaccine as well.

Flu vaccine is relatively ineffective in those patients most at risk of flu

complications.

The vaccine has caused Guillan Barre Syndrome in recipients during several

different flu seasons.

How can I fight the flu with nutritional supplements? The following supplements

have the most research to back up their effectiveness in fighting the flu: Vitamin C,

Zinc, and Selenium. The white blood cells are your immune system's first line of

defense against viruses, bacteria and other harmful organisms. These three supplements

can aid in white cell production and activation. Finally, I read that one expert believes

that sugar suppresses the function of these cells by 50% for several hours. Carefully

limiting your sugar intake during the holidays could be very beneficial. If you have any

questions, just ask! And don’t forget the power of chiropractic so boost your immune

system during flu season. Happy Thanksgiving!

Fast Facts for Life! When was the last time you looked under

the kitchen sink; I mean really looked? A

new information service, unveiled by the

National Institutes of Health on August 1st,

spells out the details on what’s in or

what’s under your sink or in the bathroom.

Visit the Web site address at …

http://householdproducts.nlm.nih.gov

Successful Living

Breakthroughs!

Routines are the secret to helping kids slow

down, settle down and prepare for bedtime. To

make it easier for kids to settle into a routine,

turn off the TV, computer or CD player. Make

it a point to spend a little quality, quiet time

with the kids before bed.

Avoid rambunctious activities. Reading aloud

is a great way to “settle in” for the night.

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Arc of Life Chiropractic & Massage • 648 South Gammon Road, Madison, WI 53719

(608)441-3455 • Fax (608)441-3456 • info@arcoflifechiro.com •

www.arcoflifechiro.com

Dr. Pichotta &

Dr. Richey

Breakthroughs/Fast Facts for Life

Tips to healthy living…

I have some blunt questions about

chiropractic: How educated are

chiropractors? Is chiropractic a New

Age Fad? . . . and more!

There are certain questions that patients might be

afraid or too embarrassed to ask their chiropractic

doctor. Such as how educated are chiropractors? Do

we believe in other types of health care? And, is

chiropractic a new-age fad? This month I decided to

tackle these “hidden questions” head on.

A Chiropractors Education Some find it surprising that the length of chiropractic

schooling is frequently longer than that required of

most medical students. To be accepted to a

chiropractic college, at least two years in

undergraduate college must be obtained with a

concentration in the sciences. Chiropractic college

requires four years of study, an internship, lab work,

typically followed by an extended period of study

working in a practice with an established doctor of

chiropractic. In a review of the curriculum’s of eleven

chiropractic colleges and twenty-two medical schools

in the United States, it was found that chiropractors

experience 2,887 hrs. of classroom of learning

compared to 2,706 for medical students. I believe this

to be one of the reasons for the success rate of

chiropractic.

Is Chiropractic a New Age Fad? Spinal manipulation is an ancient art. The earliest

written account of it has been found in a Chinese

document, the Kon Fou, dated around 2700BC. The

early fathers of medicine, the Greek physicians

Hippocrates and Galen, practiced spinal manipulation

and preached the importance of the spine in relation to

health. Hippocrates is credited with inventing a

mechanical device for stretching the spine by traction;

he also recommended sitting on patients if necessary!

Chiropractic began in 1895 and is attributed to D.D.

Palmer.

Do You Believe in Other Forms of Health

Care?

Yes, we do. The era we live in today offers exciting

advances in medicine. Chiropractors regularly work

closely with other health practitioners to offer a

comprehensive approach to wellness. What

differentiates chiropractic from medicine is that

chiropractors attempts to correct medical conditions

with conservative treatments first which cause no side

effects. Only after all attempts have been made do we

look at invasive surgery. Plus chiropractic has been

shown to cost 90% less than surgery but without the

side effects. For more info, help,

questions, etc., about this topic

please feel FREE to call us any time

and we’ll help as best as we can.

Don’t be a stranger,

we’re here to help!

Quick facts about staying healthy…

Making the Most of Your Morning and Midday Break

An article in Cooking Light recently got me to thinking about a bad

habit many us, including me, have developed in recent years. I believe

it has something to do with the hurry sickness that everyone in

America seems to have today and our habit of skipping meals or eating

wrong when time is tight. You know what I am talking about—the

hurry we’re all in everyday that sometimes precludes eating properly.

For many the first thing to suffer is eating right.

According to a survey by the National Restaurant Association,

“40 percent of full-time employees usually don’t take a full lunch

break and 27.3 percent spend their time doing something other

than eating.”

If you’re not taking time to eat regularly or eat right one or two

meals a day then you could be missing out on many of the vitamins

and minerals essential to a healthy body. Cooking Light offers these

suggestions designed to encourage better eating and taking the time to

eat right:

1. Eat with others. Make taking time to eat properly fun.

2. Eat what you like. Choose food you like, but that’s good for you,

and truly enjoy, not just something to fill you up till later.

3. Make good choices. A BLT v. PB&J may seem like a no-brainer,

but the BLT is chock-full of saturated fat—not good.

With the Holiday’s upon us, make taking time to eat and eat right a

priority. Look at breakfast and lunch as a time to practice a little

downtime, savor a few moments to yourself or just relax. You may

enjoy it so much you’ll never miss a meal again!

For more healthy living advice pertaining to this article (or anything for

that matter) please give me a call and let’s talk. I’m here to serve you.

Fascinating Facts!

Despite the plethora of diet plans and fads today, still the most

sure-fire way to lose weight is by controlling your daily calorie

consumption. Calories counter devices, charts and Internet-based

Web sites are all terrific aids, but the best method is still the mighty

pencil. Jotting down each food item, the portion size and when

eaten can work as well as more sophisticated approaches. All it

takes is commitment, time and discipline. And perhaps a good

notebook to record your food choices. Make sure you read or save

food labels; you’ll need them to total up each day!

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Important News about You!

Referrals Mean the

World to Us!

We dedicate this space to say thank you

to all of our patients and friends who

have so kindly made referrals to our

office. There is no greater compliment

you can pay us then to entrust us with

the referral of a friend or family

member.

Your trust and confidence means the

world to us and has helped our practice

to grow over the years. We’d like to say

a very big THANK YOU to the

following patients who have sent us a

referral this month:

Amanda B, Madison WI

Abel M, Madison Wi

Courtney B, Madison Wi

Kether L, Middleton Wi

Dixie M, Madison Wi

Lorene R, Madison Wi

Carol P, Fitchburg Wi

THANK YOU FOR THESE

REFERRALS!

Welcome to our Practice

Patients are the lifeblood of our practice. We realize that you have a

choice, and we are proud that these new patients have chosen us as

their health care provider! We hope that we exceed your expectations

and help you progress towards a health lifestyle! We would like to

proudly welcome the following new patients:

Lucy B. Kelsey S. Dylan Z. Leonardo B. Eva V. Tom W. Casey K. Krisan S. Laurine B. Coleen K. Aleta S. Diego C.

Thanks for allowing us the chance to serve you!

Family/Personal/

Community News

Happy Birthday Dr. Pichotta!!

Arc of Life Celebrates 6 years of

helping people achieve their health

goals!

We are in the new Bucky Book, see if

you can find us and let us know what

you think =)

Spooktacular Health Week

Join us for a Spinetastic week of

treats and deals

Monday October 28th-Thursday

October 31st Hot Apple Cider

Healthy Treats

Free X-rays of Halloween Candy

31% off vestibular/wobble disks,

pillows, & foot rollers

$31 New Patient Exams Including 1st

Chiropractic Adjustment

Welcome Barrett Pitts, MT to Arc of Life

Chiropractic. She is relocating to Madison and

has been a practicing massage therapist in Illinois.

She has available morning hours on Thursdays for

massage appointments. Evening appointments

will be available SOON=)

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Let’s Wish Happy Birthday

to the Following Patients! Happy birthday to you… happy

birthday to you… We’d like to give

special recognition to the following

patients that are having Birthdays

this month! Karl S, Ilsa S, Malik C,

Heather B, Amy L, Brian P, Steve K,Deidre D,

Ashley R, Jasmine F, Kris G, Megan N,

Frances P, Shane K, Sandra W, Tiffany B,

Justin B, Angelique C, David D, Jessilene E,

Anthony G,Carson G, Elysia G, Maria G,

Shirley K, Shawn K, Andy H, Octavious K,

Bridget K, Troy K, Diana L, Michael M,

Ariana M, James P, Libby S, Jill S, Courtney /

Health Success Story

of the Month! 39 year old female with chronic

fatigue, digestive problems, and

trouble sleeping came in for a

nutritional consult with Dr. Pichotta.

After doing some lab work found her

adrenals to be compromised. She is

in month 6 of following specific

protocols and is feeling better than

she has in years with clearer skin,

sleeping greatly improved and no

more digestive pains.

Patient of the Month I met Dr. Richey when she was

promoting her practice at the "Willy Street

Fair" several years ago and had a follow up

evaluation at the Clinic.

I was looking for a way to prolong my

wellness between Chiropractic

appointments. I used to just go for

Chiropractic care when my body was in

crisis (back pain, muscle cramps, etc.).

I have been seeing Dr. Richey monthly for

the past couple of years and occasionally I

make an extra visit if I feel like I am starting

to have back problems.

Overall I feel better than I ever have on a

daily basis with the regular visits. It sure

beats going every day or several times a

week for a month or longer.

The book, additional information available

and classes have been very practical and

helpful.

Thanks Dr. Richey and Dr. Pichotta for

helping me feel so great everyday!

-Guy S.

Fitness & Successful Living Breakthroughs

Fitness Corner!

Perils of the Modern

Diet… Strike Again!

Until they began to eat modern

Western food, the Pima Indians of

the Arizona desert were a healthy

tribe. Today, they suffer from the highest incidence of diabetes in the world. For thousands of years the Pima Indians consumed a diet of nutrient-rich foods. Today, fifty percent of Pima Indians over the age of 32, suffer from type II adult-onset diabetes. From the article titled Primal Prescription by John Willoughby he states, “As the Pima abandoned their ancestral diets in favor of a modern diet high in fat, sugar, and processed foods, the incidence of diabetes skyrocketed and rampant obesity appeared.” Over the centuries, the Pima Indians ate a low-fat low-sugar diet, which their bodies metabolized efficiently. With proper nutrition, they had good health.

Good health doesn't have

to cost a lot!

Investing in good health is cheap compared to being sick and unwell. Just ask anyone in the hospital. You have the power to make it happen. Right now. If you'd like some help achieving vibrant health and energy, please call our offices. Quite bluntly, smart patients know the value of investing in themselves and by that I mean a WELLNESS APPROACH to care. Now is the perfect time to begin! If not now, then when??

If you’d like to learn more about proper nutrition,

please call us!

Win A FREE GIFT by Answering this simple

question! Give it a try… why not?

Would you like the chance to win a special FREE GIFT? Each month the

free gift changes. It might be a FREE tube of BioFreeze. Or a free cervical

pillow, which is excellent for use at your place of work or in your favorite

chair. This month we are giving away Two free Movie Tickets plus $3

Snack Cash! Unlike other contests, the odds of you winning this contest are

really good. Why not give it a try? To win you need only read this newsletter

to find the answer to the Health Question posed below. If you think you know

the answer or want to guess, pick up the phone and call us! The best answer

(in our opinion) will win a fun free gift! Last month’s winner was Amanda

Bria from Madison You could be our winner this month. Are you ready?

The contest question for this month is…

How many millions of people will get sick with the flu this year?

Referrals Mean the World to Us!

I consider it a privilege to be trusted with the health care of my patients. In fact,

there are some weeks we are so busy that we have to extend our hours or stay late

just to see everyone! Why have we grown so fast? It’s because of patients like you

who refer friends, family and co-workers. I don’t often have the chance to say

thanks for all your support and friendship, but I really do appreciate it.

I consider it a pleasure to work with my patients. That’s why I am always so

interested in your feedback on this newsletter and any questions you may have

about your health, nutrition and chiropractic. Please feel free to call—even if it’s

only to get an answer to a quick question. Remember that we are available when

you need us, so call anytime! I look forward to seeing you.

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Gift Certificate – For Friends or Family Who Need Help!

Often our patients tell us they know of someone in pain who could use our help.

That’s what this special Gift Certificate is to be used for! Do you know of a

friend or family member who needs chiropractic care? Clip this coupon and give it

to your friend. This entitles them to One Free Chiropractic Consultation! This

special “Patient Appreciation” coupon expires soon. To schedule your free

chiropractic examination, please call Claudia at (608)441-3455

This coupon expires: October 31st at 5 p.m.