Sandoz Chiropractic - January 2020

JAN. 2020

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After 40 Years, I’m Not Ready to Retire WELCOME TO THE FAMILY

I turned 65 years old this year, and I’ve been encountering a common question many people my age often hear. People often ask me,“Dr. Sandoz, when will you retire?”

For the first time in years, her daughter had gone one week without a headache or migraine. Could you imagine living most of your life with a debilitating condition and waking up with it gone?

Regardless of my age, I have no desire to retire! After 40 years in practice, I still love what I do every day, and this is because of my entire patient and staff family. I’ve had 40 years of laughter, tears, mourning, and celebration with all of you. Every week, I sit in front of my TV and hand write congratulatory, sympathy, and thank-you cards for dozens of patients-turned-family.

Then there was a 90-year-old woman who became one of my most loyal patients. This woman had been to many doctors and specialists, complaining of chronic pain, headaches, and vertigo. The diagnosis she received was that she was simply old,

And I’m not ready to give that up just yet.

When my son applied to chiropractic school, he was called in for an interview prior to his acceptance. The board asked him why he wanted to become a chiropractor, and his answer chokes me up to this day. My son said, “My dad has been doing this for over 25 years, and he still loves going to work. If you can still love your job after 25 years, that’s the career for me!”

and since she was a cardiac patient, she could not be prescribed pain medications. They encouraged her to live as comfortable a life as possible and move on. But her son refused to accept that prognosis. As a patient of mine, he asked me if I would consider seeing his mom. I responded with my standard reply: “Give me a month.” I’m proud to share that after one month, this woman was 85% better than she was when she first came to see me. And she became a regular patient of mine for the next 12 years until she passed away peacefully in her sleep at age 102. I’ll never forget the last thing she ever said to me. We had just wrapped up our regular session, and she said to me, “I have aches and pains. Who doesn’t? But Dr. Sandoz … You gave me a better quality of life between 90 and 102 than I had from 70 to 90.” So, no, I’m not ready to retire, and who would be when you get to help a patient family who has been a supportive part of your life for the past 40 years? You’ve supported my family at my children’s weddings; we often see baby presents in the office when one of my children has a baby, and it’s a treat to help you live the life you deserve every day. I’m so proud to call you and my staff family. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for the best 40 years. And who knows? Maybe my grandson will be telling his college admissions board, “My grandpa is 80 years old, and he still loves going to work.” I immediately got goosebumps. That’s why I love what I do every day.

After 40 years of healing and caring for patients, I continue to find joy and purpose in changing the health and lives of our patient family.

There was the 15-year-old patient, who was brought in by her mom in search of an answer to her chronic migraine headaches. This young girl had been suffering from paralyzing migraines nearly every day, and she had tried many treatments to eliminate these migraines, to no avail. You can imagine how debilitating a daily migraine would be, much less for a 15-year-old girl. So, I agreed to help her. I always tell patients, “Give me a month,” but during the next follow-up appointment with this patient, her mom came in with tears of joy! 25% OFF CONTINUED! Since you enjoyed last month’s promotion so much, we’re extending it! Enjoy 25% off any purchase of our supplements, creams, and DME supplies through the end of January 2020.

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CTRL, ALT, DELETE YOUR CLUTTER

Tips for National Clean Up Your Computer Month

Everyone relies on technology. Computers, laptops, tablets, and phones are staples of modern life. However, it’s easy for these devices to become cluttered with old photos, files, and general disorganization. Luckily, January is National Clean Up Your Computer Month and an excellent time to get your technology in order.

Imagine you’re navigating a vast airport on a busy Saturday, shouldering your way through crowds and struggling to hear the PA system over the clatter of 1,000 wheeled suitcases. Suddenly, you see a pig wearing a hot pink sweater waddling toward you on a leash. Do you stop in your tracks? Does your stress level drop? Do you laugh out loud when you see its pink nail polish? If you answered “yes” to any of the above, then you can sympathize with the passengers, pilots, flight attendants, and staff at the San Francisco International Airport. They get to enjoy visits from Lilou, the world’s first airport therapy pig, on a regular basis! As part of the Wag Brigade, the airport’s cadre of (mostly canine) therapy animals, Lilou wanders the airport with her humans, bringing joy, peace, and calm to everyone she meets. Lilou may be the only pig of her kind, but airport therapy animals have been a growing trend for the last few years. According to NPR, as of 2017, more than 30 airports across the U.S. employed therapy dogs, and these days, estimates land closer to 60. The San Jose and Denver airports have therapy cats, and the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport even offers passengers the chance to play with miniature horses before boarding their flights. Therapy dogs started appearing in U.S. airports after the 9/11 terror attacks, which changed American attitudes about flying. They did so well at helping passengers calm down that airports began implementing permanent programs. Some have pets on hand 24/7 to assist passengers, while others host animal visits every few weeks or months. These days, regular travelers have fallen hard for their local therapy animals, many of whom even have their own Instagram accounts and hashtags. So, the next time you’re traveling, keep an eye out for a friendly pup, cat, pig, or horse to pet. A bit of love from an animal just might improve your trip! MEET THE WORLD’S FIRST AIRPORT THERAPY PIG How Lilou and Animals Like Her Calm Stressed-Out Travelers

START BY DUSTING

Over time, computer towers can become clogged with dust, which creates additional, unwanted heat within your computer. Regular cleanings will increase the lifespan of your computer and protect its essential components. Compressed air is great for removing most of the dust and other particulates. If the fans or filters are too dirty, you can remove them from the tower to clean them better. If you use water or liquid cleaning products on them, be sure they are completely dry before placing them back into your computer.

ORGANIZE YOUR FILES

Naming and arranging the files on your computer in such a way that they’re easy for you to find can end up saving you a lot of time. Declutter your workspace by creating one file for pictures, one for Word documents, one for spreadsheets, and one for programs to eliminate the hassle of frantically searching for the files you need.

BACK UP YOUR COMPUTER

Be sure to back up your computer before you start deleting things. This acts as a safety net in case you delete something you didn’t mean to. Additionally, consider installing a second hard drive. The extra space can help with storing important

files without having to worry about how much room is left.

CLEAN UP SPACE

Any files you’ll never use again should be deleted. Likewise, any

programs you haven’t used in a while should be uninstalled. Check your hard drive for files that might be taking up unintended space on your computer. And remember to empty the recycling bin — it’s easy to

forget just how much goes in there.

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ESCAPE TO A WINTER WONDERLAND Chill Out in These Frosty Destinations Snow is magical and gorgeous — unless you have to commute in it. If you want to enjoy all the wonder that winter has to offer without the hassle, why not turn it into a vacation? Here are a few breathtaking, snow-covered destinations that any winter lover can enjoy. Above the city of Gyeongju, this ancient Buddhist temple has stood on the slopes of Tohamsan Mountain since the eighth century. Bulguksa, or “Temple of the Buddha Land,” is South Korea’s No. 1 UNESCOWorld Heritage Site, making it a popular attraction for domestic and international tourism. The crowds and school tours die down during the winter, however, which also happens to be when Bulguksa is at its most pristine. The iced-over lotus ponds and snow-dusted pagodas add to the sense of tranquility this site naturally exudes. If you want the feel of a ski trip to the Alps without the packed slopes and ritzy resorts, the Dolomites are just for you. Located in northeastern Italy, this stunning mountain range is home to some of the best skiing in Europe, as well as many historical sites. The secluded villages that dot the mountain valleys are an attraction in their own right, especially for the rustic cuisine you’ll find there. Don’t expect pasta though. This region is a melting pot of flavors from Austria, northern Italy, and the local Ladin people. Ricotta and sauerkraut pancakes, anyone? THE DOLOMITES, SOUTH TYROL, ITALY BULGUKSA TEMPLE, SOUTH KOREA

THE ANTARCTIC

This is the one entry on this list that is best enjoyed during the summer

months, which is December– February in the Southern Hemisphere, because that’s when the freezing temperatures of the southernmost

continent are at their most hospitable. The Antarctic has

become an increasingly popular tourist destination, with cruises taking adventure seekers through the vast, untouched beauty of this far-flung destination. Some tourists even enjoy kayaking or cross-country skiing through this icy paradise.

HOPPIN’ JOHN

TAKE A BREAK

Inspired by Epicurious

Ingredients

1 cup dried black-eyed peas

1 smoked ham hock

5–6 cups water

1 medium onion, diced

1 dried hot pepper, optional (arbol and Calabrian are great options)

1 cup long-grain white rice

Directions

1.

Wash and sort peas.

2. In a saucepan, cover peas with water, discarding any that float. 3. Add pepper, ham hock, and onion. Gently boil and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until peas are just tender, about 90 minutes. At this point, you should have about 2 cups of liquid remaining. 4. Add rice, cover, drop heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes, undisturbed. 5. Remove from heat and let steam for an additional 10 minutes, still covered. 6. Remove lid, fluff with a fork, and serve.

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Honoring the Greatest Patient Family a Chiropractor Could Ask For

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Meet the World’s First Airport Therapy Pig Enter 2020 With an Organized Computer

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Real Winter Wonderlands Hoppin’ John Tips to Establish a Family Media Use Plan

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SCREEN-TIME STRATEGIES How to Set a Family Media Use Plan

HAVE A CHAT

With 24/7 media exposure from TVs, computers, and

smartphones, it feels like life is dominated by screens. Consider implementing a media use plan for your family so they don’t miss out on the real world.

Don’t shy away from warning your kids about what exists in the digital world. Explain to them that certain content isn’t age-appropriate, and teach them what movie and TV ratings mean. Remind them to be careful about what they put on the internet because anything they upload never really goes away. Teach them to be smart with their decisions. Connect with them on social media if it helps you keep an eye on things.

SET A CURFEW

CONSTRUCT A ‘MEDIA DIET’

Limiting the time your children spend staring at a screen is good for their health. Try to keep screen- time usage to under two hours per day. Implement a rule for no screens at mealtimes, and keep all screens out of bedrooms at night. Keep track of the devices by having a communal charging dock in a shared area where you can make

Take an active role in what your children watch by co-viewing programs with them. You’ll have a better sense of what they’re seeing and can point them toward the programming that’s right for them. Look for educational media choices that teach good values. There are a lot of great educational opportunities on the internet, but there’s also a lot of room for negative exposure. If this is a concern, keep the family computer in a public part of your home so you can see what they’re accessing online. It’s important to educate your children about proper media health, but it’s even more important to encourage your kids to be healthy in other ways. Beyond the tips mentioned above, encourage them to play outdoors and read physical books so they can participate more actively in the real world.

sure everything is plugged in for the night.

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