
As you all know by now I have lost a close friend and coworker. The work we did was more than massage and chiropractic, more than energy and aroma. Our work was to transform, not each other but ourselves.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) and Chiropractic
You won't find the carpal tunnel on any map - it's in your wrist. Your carpal (wrist) bones form a tunnel-like structure - the carpal tunnel - through which pass nine tendons and one nerve - the median nerve.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)
Carpal tunnel syndrome is called the occupational disease of the 21st century. Years ago telegraph operators, seamstresses, carpenters and meat cutters were the chief sufferers from this condition. Today it's office workers, computer users, musicians and assembly line workers. It is also often found in pregnant women, women who use birth control pills or individuals with an underactive thyroid.
If you have one or more of the following you may have it: tingling and numbness in the hand, fingers and wrist; swelling of the fingers; dry palms; blanching (whitening upon pressure) of the hand; or pain so intense that it awakens you at night. In some people CTS causes similar symptoms in the upper arm, elbow, shoulder or neck. (1)
Millions of people now suffer from CTS (2) and increasing numbers of them are seeking chiropractic care. The drug-free chiropractic approach of releasing nerve and structural stress has been a blessing to untold numbers of people afflicted with this condition.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is similar to CTS but is caused by irritation of the nerves that form the brachial plexus (in the upper back) as they exit the neck. TOS symptoms include pain, weakness and numbness or tingling in the arm.
The Chiropractic Approach
Since everyone who does repetitive tasks does not get CTS (or TOS) there appears to be an underlying weakness contributing to this condition. That is why anyone suffering from CTS should see a chiropractor to ensure that his/her body structure is properly aligned and free from pressure affecting his/her nerves.
For over a hundred years clinicians, researchers and patients have reported relief of classic carpal tunnel symptoms and improvement in overall body function after chiropractic adjustments. (3-5) Subluxations (nerve irritation) have also been observed in many patients who have carpal tunnel or related hand and wrist problems. (6-7)
For these reasons, anyone suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome should see a chiropractor to ensure that their body is free of nerve stress.
Hey All,
Just came back from DC visiting my son. Getting ready for the Introduction to The Landmark Forum. Sept. 22nd 7-10p Unity Church.
I have taking a course called An Invented Life; My Life, My Design
It is only when we are creating our lives are they authentic. When we create our authentic life we are in the realm of the SELF instead of being in our identity.
When we master life we are used by it, instead of being affected by or reacting to it.
We can live a life that is powerful, free, and of full self expression.
Love you all,
Steve
9/20/10 Insights Monday
It’s all information and fact and how the self responds or the IT reacts. Got two phone calls last night both reacting to the past, it made no difference if it was past yesterday or 5 minutes ago or 6 months or years ago, IT was present to it right now. I had no need for defense though IT tried, I was pleasant and thankful with a big heart though IT wanted a fight.
Woke this morning before the alarm to catch my plane. Hotel wake up call never happened so I said something to help them avoid IT attacks. Went to airport and all that brings, went smoothly why but any more energy in it than needed, IT will get you through. Enjoying writing and blogging about this.
Keep reading the document to myself and others.
9/19/10 Insights Sunday
IT woke up this morning noticed my head was a little congested, my shoulder blade hurt.
When I used my breathe in conscious manner I was creating my space. I continued to do this as I moved into a state of meditation, after about 10 minutes, IT said bathroom time.
Needed to change gears a lot with plans from Baltimore to DC. First we were driving, then my son was sick so I took the train. Still do not know all the transfers but I am relax, at ease with an adventure to come.
When money issues came up I felt a tightness in my chest and I reminded myself it could only be gas.
Moving thru my journey sure where I am going from train to subway to subway To bus to airport to shuttle to hotel. Timeless and meaningless.
9/18/10 Insights Saturday
Woke move through the details until got downstairs, cup of coffee, IT leads me around my routine. Kathy was already up, IT’s exchanged pleasantries. Kathy was running a racket that my IT defined about not writing her blog until she has certain things in place that IT wants. I got my computer set it up she wrote her blog after two months. She created that state to do and did it. IT played a long and punched the right keys and then Kathy moved into another racket about how she spelled things wrong and it was not good enough. I read it to her, spell check it and sent it off. IT again was quieted down.
I had a lot of fun at work, playing with my state, even at one point acting like wrestler, just having fun.
I notice when I am busy in the office I flow through very well with IT taking care of the details.
Decided to leave a little later to catch my plane to DC, hit traffic and IT took over worried a little, frustrated with the alternate route I took, back on the highway, knowing I would get there on time though IT was telling me I should feel stress. Controlled my breathe into a different state.
Fly into DC, said hi to a complete stranger that self was attracted to and IT noticed clothing and a turban, IT said the perfect thing a SAT NAM to make her at ease. We had a great time talking about being. I introduced her to Landmark Education.
Spent time with my son and his MOM, It was pleasant day walking in DC and being wit them, no agenda though IT kept looking for one.
9/17/10 Insights Friday
IT woke me up early, IT thought the body should stay in bed. I moved out of bed anyway and got ready to start the day with a hike. I read my friend Kathy who is a Blond/deaf Paralympics Athlete the document.
We hike at Clarks Reservation is more challenging. We paid attention when IT was taking over the conversation. IT complains, IT manages time, IT manages states of energy. Self hike holding the reigns of IT so IT puts on foot in front of the other. IT keeps you on the trail. IT kept us on the road on the way home while we created and experienced our self.
Friday night had two calls scheduled at 6:30pm called Joyce Pike first was not there, called Lucinda, finished the call and called Joyce.
IT jumped in and out of the call proving who I was. Then I actively listened. Then IT needed to say who I knew. Then I actively listened.
Thursday 9/16/10
Fixing the furnace at the house.
I was creating fixing the furnace by myself. IT could not believe I was attempting this. I called a friend to help and I did something I never did before and it worked, yes IT did help with the details.
Weds 9/15/10 Insights
Great ride home with my guest sharing about the ILF