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Is your chiropractor CRAZY?

2012-01-19T10:35:00.000-08:00

9 minutes to fix high blood pressure and congestive heart failure

2012-01-17T09:55:00.001-08:00

I saw a new patient yesterday who gave me a list of medications she is taking. The list was about 19 medications that she takes every day for various ailments. That's not a typographical error...19!!! Unbelievable.

What if we help her get off of just 3 or 4 of them. Do you think her quality of life would improve?

Whether or not this applies to you, I guarantee it applies to someone you know and love.

I'm not gonna lie, the video is kind of boring, so you can fast forward to the five minute mark.

Powerful stuff.

2012...More of the Same?

2011-12-26T12:46:00.000-08:00

Greetings!

I hope you had a fantastic Christmas weekend and had some time to slow down and relax with your family and/or friends.

This tends to be one of the laziest weeks of the year, between Christmas and New Year's. I like that. It's healthy to take regularly scheduled rest periods in life.

A mentor taught me to spend December each year reflecting on seven areas of life. He said you want to look at where you are in each area, determine where you want to be this time next year, and then begin to work toward those goals. Granted, we don't always reach them as quickly as we want, but it's important to be working toward something.

Here are the seven areas (in no particular order):

Family
Spiritual
Mental
Career
Financial
Physical
Social

I've learned to put together a Be/Do/Have goal for each area. For instance, a goal for my FAMILY may sound like this:

I want to BE an unconditionally loving father, husband, brother, and son. I want to go on (DO) three family vacations this year and teach my daughter how to ride and bike and roller skate. This will create (HAVE) life-long happy memories as we become stronger as a family every day.

A short sentence for each area, re-read every day, will keep you on the path to making 2012 the best year yet.

Happy New Year!

Dr. Cox

P.S. Don't drink too much sparkling grape juice!

FREE Christmas pies this Thursday, Dec. 22nd!

2011-12-20T06:27:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas!!!

Dr. Cox spends too much time at the bar...

2011-12-14T11:50:00.000-08:00

Happy Holidays from Cozumel!!!

2011-12-04T14:49:00.000-08:00

Live from Dr. Cox's kitchen!

2011-11-21T11:48:00.000-08:00

It's the holidays. What better place to be than the kitchen!?

You are average.

2011-11-15T08:33:00.000-08:00

Don't believe it? Here's proof:

Live the dream!

2011-11-01T07:03:00.001-07:00

Listen to the lyrics. I mean, REALLY listen.

Could anyone argue? Be enlightened and enlighten others. Live the dream!

Happy Halloween 2011!

2011-10-31T06:55:00.001-07:00

I had the distinct privilege of attending a life altering event this weekend. Check it out!

God Bless the USA, and Happy Halloween!

Change Anything: The Conclusion

2011-10-27T07:22:00.000-07:00

Here's the final piece to making permanent positive changes in your life: Control Your Space.

Think about this. Kids with larger plates eat more pasta. Over the last couple of generations, the plates sold in stores have inched larger and larger without anyone noticing. People eat 92% of what is on their plate - regardless of how big it is! If getting healthy is your goal, you can decrease your calorie intake by doing something as simple as using smaller plates!

It seems most Americans are not thinking about how their home’s design affects their family’s behavior. If you ever hope to take control of your life, you’ll have to first take control of your space. If your family life is on the rocks because you don't have enough "quality time" together, consider the placement of your TV in your living room. Is it right in the center where it's easy to flip on an leave on for hours? Consider moving it into another room that's not as easily accessible. Better yet, turn off your TV service for a few months. You will live...I promise.

Another great technique is to Build Fences. Consider these real life examples:

“On the way home from work, I decided I would never drive by Toni’s, my favorite bar. Chances were good I’d see a friend’s car in the parking lot, and I’d be tempted to stop. So I stopped driving by Toni’s.”

“I no longer keep alcohol in my home. If if I do happen to have some, I keep it in the fridge in the garage. I don’t need it calling out to me.”

“I made all visits to the mall off limits unless I had a specific list of items to buy."

These decisions have to be made BY YOU, not by friends, co-workers, loved ones, or family.
Keep good things close and convenient, and bad things distant and difficult. Moving a temptation just a few feet away can have a huge impact on one’s behavior.
If you want to exercise more, keep workout equipment conveniently close in your bedroom or living room, not in the basement or distant gym.

And lastly: Use Cues!
Placing pictures, sticky notes, sayings, etc. in inconspicuous places (bathroom mirror, refrigerator, car dash) can jog your memory throughout the day. Cut out a picture of a person with your dream physique and place it on the fridge. The next time you're tempted to reach for the ice cream, you will see your cue hanging there, which can help you resist the temptation.

Cues become scenery after a while, so you’ll have to change them up on a regular basis.

I hope this helps you to make some great changes in you and your family's life!

Change Anything: Part Three

2011-10-17T06:41:00.000-07:00

The next strategy in our series about making positive changes: Invert the Economy. Use rewards and punishments for doing the right things and wrong things.

World famous succes coach Anthony Robins said that humans are motivated by two things: 1. To gain pleasure, and 2. to avoid pain. Guess which is a stronger motivator. Avoiding pain is much stronger.

If we can identify what our bad habits are, we can set up a "punishment" system for engaging in those bad habits. For example, watch what happen to tobacco usage as excise taxes increase.

We can set up bribes for doing well. Set up a reward system for when you do a "good" action or habit. You get to go out for ice cream...but only after you've exercised five days in a row. Something like that. And if you don't exercise five days in a row, no TV for you this weekend! Use carrots AND the threat of losing carrots.

Regarding finances, set up a financial punishment for every time you break your own rules to change. We are far more motivated to avoid loss than we are to receive and equivalent gain. If you put something you value at risk, you might be more likely to change than if you merely rely on bonuses, prizes, and other incentives.

A word to the wise, though: use incentives in moderation. Don’t fall for big incentives thinking that they’re more likely to yield big results. Large, long-term goals become far more effective when they’re broken into smaller, short-term ones.

Reward your ACTIONS, not your results, since results are often out of your control.

You get the idea.

Change Anything: Part Two

2011-10-10T10:49:00.000-07:00

Welcome back folks! This week's strategy for making permanent, positive changes in our lives is: Turn Accomplices Into Friends.

When it comes to habits (good or bad), you have two kinds of people around you: Friends and Accomplices. Friends help keep you on the road to health, happiness, and success. Accomplices do the opposite. For example, having obese friends increases your chance of following suit by a whopping 57%. Regarding finances, consider this: your income is the average of the incomes of the five people you hang out with the most.

Step one is identify who the "accomplices" are. Step two is can be more difficult: we have to either change the people around us, or change the people around us. Have a transformation conversation with the accomplices you want to turn into friends. Let them know from your heart what you are working on accomplishing. If they support you, they are a "friend." If they hold you back, they are an "accomplice." Every time you transform an accomplice into a friend, you win twice. You not only remove the negative influence, but you add a positive at the same time.

This doesn't mean that you have to tell anyone to get lost, but you will need to put a plan in place to limit (or eliminate) the influence they have over you. If certain meetings, lunches, social circles, and other rituals you attend encourage or enable the habits you’re trying to stop, you’ll need to recognize these influences. If you’re finding it particularly tough to change, it’s very possible that you have people around you who actively hold you accountable to a bad habit. Only by distancing yourself from certain people will be able to break free of their negative influence.

As you lay out your own change plan, find coaches, people who will hold you accountable to the changes you are striving to make. In an ideal world, you’ll want all friend and no accomplices. You can add numerous new friends at once by joining associations and clubs of people who are looking to achieve the same things you are.

People with six or more active "friends" who support them in their quest to change are almost 40% more likely to succeed in their change than those with less than six.

Now go make some change!!!

Change Anything: Part One

2011-10-03T09:38:00.001-07:00

As promised last week, I'll be spending the next few weeks teaching you in several installments how you can change ANYTHING in your life.

Once we understand the forces that are acting on us, we no longer have to fall victim to them. Those who remain blind and outnumbered have almost no chance of success. Whether it be improving your health, stabilizing your finances, building a better marriage, or whatever challenges you can imagine...you can use these techniques to create positive, long-term changes in any area of your life you wish.

So here we go.

Strategy #1: Love What You Hate

Stop obsessing over the unpleasant aspects of what you’re working to accomplish, and focus your attention on the values you’re supporting. For instance, when sticking to a lower calorie diet, don’t undermine your own motivation by describing your choices as “starving” or “going without.” Instead, you’re “sticking to your promise” or “becoming healthier.” This difference in description may sound small, but words matter. They focus the brain on either positive or negative aspects of what you’re doing.

Next, increase personal motivation by turning chores into a game.

Example: Take a picture of your goal (a person with your ideal physique, for instance) and cut into small pieces. Each day you finish your assigned task (20 minute workout, for instance), add one block of your mosaic back to the picture. By breaking the goal into small wins, you can set a time frame and develop a meaningful way of keeping score that turns something noxious into something that can be fun.

Set a deadline for the completion of your goal. If you don't hit...who cares!? In fact, many times you won't hit the goal by your deadline, but at least you've got something concrete that you're working toward. And when you hit a bite-sized goal, it feels great and propels onward to the next one!

I'll be back soon with strategy #2.

Get ready to Change Anything!

Dr. Cox

You are NOT alone.

2011-09-27T10:58:00.000-07:00

If you're like millions of people out there, you may be feeling some frustration in certain areas of your life. Whether it be a struggle with your health, career, family or marriage, your finances, social life, spirituality, or whatever else may come to mind, many of us are facing similar challenges in our lives.

Over the coming weeks, I'll be discussing with you how you can change LITERALLY anything in your life.

If you're marriage is on the rocks, you will see how you can take steps to improve it.

If you're overweight, I'll be giving you realistic examples of how you can change that.

If it's your financial situation that's got you down, I'll address that as well.

This isn't a "magic bullet" approach. It will take some work on your part, and the results will not only be worth it, but they can be truly IMPACTFUL on the lives of you, your friends, and your family.

I'm excited about the information I have to share with you!

Stay tuned, there will be much more to come...

Dr. Cox

Happy 116th Birthday to Chiropractic!

2011-09-06T06:30:00.000-07:00

That's right, we're 116 years old...and we still look pretty good!

Reduce your stress levels.

2011-08-02T08:57:00.001-07:00

Dr. Cox's dream car...that you DIDN'T pay for.

2011-07-11T08:35:00.000-07:00

How is your 2011?

2011-07-01T14:16:00.000-07:00

The year is officially half over. How's it going?

Happy Father's Day!

2011-06-19T11:37:00.000-07:00

Happy Father's Day from Dr. Cox and Addison!

Dr. Cox's 9th Birthday Pancake Breakfast Bash!

2011-05-31T06:48:00.000-07:00

Join us this Saturday!

Chiropractic still alive in Texas...thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

2011-05-26T13:15:00.000-07:00

Thanks to your sustained support and the hard work of your elected officials and our lobby team in Austin, the Texas House overwhelmingly approved landmark chiropractic legislation Wednesday evening, May 25.

This would never have happened without the thousands of emails and phone calls YOU made to your elected representatives in Austin. We asked you multiple times to show your support and, each and every time we asked, you responded.

Austin heard your voice loud and clear. We cannot say "Thank You" enough.

Our chiropractic legislation is now included as part of Senate Bill 8, a broad package of health care measures that goes back to the Texas Senate for further consideration. So, the fight is not over yet.

But the House action was a huge, positive step.

Chiropractic profession in jeopardy in Texas

2011-05-23T10:39:00.001-07:00

The Texas Medical Association (TMA) has taken legal action in an attempt to take away your ability to choose a Doctor of Chiropractic as your healthcare provider. TMA is claiming the law is unclear on whether your Doctor of Chiropractic is qualified to give you a diagnosis.

The solution is to make the law perfectly clear: Doctors of Chiropractic can diagnose, and Texans can choose the type of doctor they desire for their healthcare.

If you would rather be the one in charge of your own healthcare decisions instead of the TMA, go to this site and click on "Contact your state representative and senator":

http://mytexasdoctor.org

Dr. Oz comment on drug interactions

2011-05-17T06:20:00.000-07:00

Please do your family a favor and watch this three minute video.

http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/drug-company-secrets-exposed

In my office, I ROUTINELY see patients who are taking over seven medications per day.

Alarming.

Want a free iPad2?

2011-05-02T08:40:00.000-07:00

It's our 9th Birthday...and YOU can win an iPad2!

Check it out:

Has life got you down?

2011-04-20T15:46:00.000-07:00

If you're feeling beat up by life right now, take a look at this video. Tough times never last...tough people always do!

Dancing is good for your spine!

2011-03-17T14:26:00.000-07:00

Check out one of our friends' kid, Ryan at Six Flags.

Hilarious!

Enjoy!

Survey says: our new massage therapist ROCKS!!!

2011-03-10T13:26:00.000-08:00

Good afternoon, I hope this message finds you in good spirits today.

I've been told for many years that we should offer massage therapy in my office. Well, I finally listened and brought on Katrina.

The response has been an overwhelming "YES!" from our patients. I've had numerous people tell me that, after going to MANY massage therapists over the years, they have gotten a better massage from Katrina than ever before.

Hey, if it's good enough for you, that's good enough for me!

Give us a holler to come and try her out, we're offering 25% off for anyone who schedules in the next two weeks. 972-292-0066 is the number.

Enjoy spring break next week!

Dr. Cox

Dr. Oz show features Chiropractic

2011-03-07T14:23:00.000-08:00

Wow, we're in the big time now!

Superbowl champ and his chiropractor.

2011-03-03T09:53:00.001-08:00

This video is a little old, but good stuff:

Wanna get off those medications?

2011-03-01T09:47:00.000-08:00

Taking too many meds? Listen to James:

Just imagine how much money he will save over the course of his life by not having to take all that stuff! Not to mention that his liver and kidneys will thank him for not getting toxic!

DANGER: If you are considering HCG weight loss, watch this.

2011-02-18T08:20:00.000-08:00

This story aired recently about HCG weight loss, which has become quite popular as of late. Check it out:

As I have always said, make sure that, if you are considering HCG weight loss, be sure to consult a doctor and get your HCG from a trusted source. You get what you pay for, and the proof is in the pudding!

Dr. Cox chymes in on Seroquel XR. You've GOT to be kidding!

2011-02-17T15:11:00.000-08:00

Do you know anyone taking this medicine? The commercial is 1 minute and 31 seconds. The first 1 minute 14 seconds is spent listing all the side effects.

The list includes: thoughts of suicide (the drug can increase these in children, teens, and young adults), dementia patients have an increased risk of death, call your doctor if you have fever, stiff muscles or confusion, as these can be signs of a life threatening condition, uncontrollable muscle movements which could become permanent, high blood sugar leading to coma or death, increased cholesterol, weight gain, dizziness, impaired judgement, and trouble swallowing.

Are you kidding me? Am I the only one who sees a problem here? How can this be allowed to be promoted on television?

Sorry if I'm being abrasive, but this is crazy!

Just my two cents.

Watch for yourself:

Dr. Cox's friend pushing a truck...

2011-02-15T06:19:00.000-08:00

Here is my good friend Dr. Caleb Braddock from Van Alstyne, TX pushing his truck down the road. Great video.

Makes you say hmmmm.....

We have MASSAGE!!!!!!

2011-02-10T13:34:00.001-08:00

Howdy folks.

One of my committments to my patients is to always offer the newest, latest, and greatest services to our patients.

Well, just want to let you know that we now offer full-body massage in our office, and it's AWESOME! You'll love this gal, she does an amazing job.

Give us a holler or drop by to check availablity.

To a more relaxed you!

Dr. Cox

Which sweeteners won't kill you?

2011-01-17T13:56:00.001-08:00

I'll do a better job, I promise!

2011-01-17T13:21:00.000-08:00

I recently sent out a survey to our patients to see what we're doing well and where we can improve. The feedback has been very useful.

Among the things most people enjoy about the office:
1. Friendly staff
2. Little to no wait time
3. Wide variety of additional products/services beyond just chiropractic care

Among the things people preferred less:
1. Doctor sometimes seems too busy to spend quality time with patients
2. Hours of operation are too short
3. No massage therapist on site

You spoke, and we listened! We have massage therapy available now. Actually, it's always been available, we just didn't do a good job of letting you know. Plus we have expanded our visit hours:

M 8-11, 3-6
Tu 8-11, 3-6
W closed
Th 8-11, 3-6
F closed
Sat 8-10

I am always open to your comments & suggestions on how we can be of better service.

Thanks for your input!

Dr. Cox

You gotta see this kid!

2011-01-14T08:25:00.001-08:00

FREE advertising for your business in Dr. Cox's newsletter!

2011-01-11T10:50:00.000-08:00

Good afternoon!

As most of you know, I send out a monthly printed newsletter to my patients. If you aren't getting yours, let us know and we can make sure you get it.

I want to give something back to help my patients that doesn't involve your health. If you own a business, let me know and I can feature you in the "Dr. Cox's Preferred Businesses" section of my monthly newsletter that goes out to over 1,000 people every month.

There's no charge, just respond to this e-mail and we'll get your info to put in the newsletter ASAP.

Happy 2011, talk soon!

Dr. Cox

Just Do It!

2011-01-10T07:29:00.001-08:00

This is a great message for 2011!

Enjoy!

One of the most inspirational stories I've ever seen...

2011-01-04T06:40:00.000-08:00

Need a tissue?

What are your goals for 2011?

2011-01-03T06:15:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year!

Dr. Cox

Pharmaceutical fraud and corruption...are you affected yet?

2011-01-02T16:00:00.000-08:00

New secrets to Permanent weight loss

2010-12-27T06:45:00.000-08:00

You read that correctly. Check it out:

Happy (thinner) New Year!

Dr. Cox

Patient Satisfaction Survey

2010-12-21T08:58:00.001-08:00

How did we do this year? It would mean a lot to me if you took a moment to click on the link below and give us your feedback!

Click here to take survey

Thanks!

Dr. Cox

Dr. Cox is giving away free Christmas pies!

2010-12-14T12:52:00.000-08:00

You read that right.

Come get yours, we have apple, cherry, and pumpking. First come, first served.

Merry Christmas!

Dr. Cox

Bill Maher's anti-pharma rant

2010-12-07T07:24:00.000-08:00

Hilarious!

Shocking statements from a medical doctor!

2010-12-06T07:09:00.000-08:00

You want to listen to this:

Crazy, huh? Or maybe not so crazy.

Why I've never gotten a flu shot:

2010-11-01T06:39:00.000-07:00

I have never gotten a flu shot and here is why.

The effectiveness of the flu vaccine is exaggerated. The strains for the vaccine are selected a year in advance. That’s important for you to know because researchers guess on what strain will prevail each flu season. They have no other way of knowing. And if they guess wrong, the vaccine is useless.

So, many people who get the flu vaccine wind up getting the flu anyway. But it’s worse than that because the flu vaccine comes with some pretty significant toxins, like:
Thimerosal – a preservative used in multi-dose flu vaccines. It contains 49.6% mercury by weight.1 Mercury has been linked to brain injury, organ failure and muscle weakness.
Triton X-100 – a detergent and mercury derivative
Polysorbate 80 – a potential carcinogen
Formaldehyde – classified as a human carcinogen by the Environmental Protection Agency

What’s more, it really isn’t good for the very young or the very old – the folks who are supposed to need it most. For example, more people than ever age 70 and older are getting flu shots.2

Meanwhile, the University of Alberta did a study in which one group of people got a flu shot, and one didn’t. More people died in the group that didn’t get the vaccine … but when researchers looked more carefully and adjusted for other factors like existing health conditions, there was no difference between the groups.3
Children as young as six months are being recommended for flu shots, too. But get this: One study presented at an American Thoracic Society conference in San Diego revealed that children who took the flu vaccine had three times the risk of being hospitalized soon after taking the shot, compared to those who didn’t. For children with asthma, the number was even higher.

But this isn’t the only side effect of the flu vaccine. It can cause everything from headache, vomiting, fever and muscle aches to encephalitis, Guillain-Barre Syndrome4 and neurological disorders.

Here are some easy ways to avoid the flu without taking a shot:
Get a boost of Vitamin D. A study published in Nature Immunology this year found that T-cells – your body’s major infection fighters – don’t mobilize against viruses without vitamin D.5 Vitamin D essentially activates these cells and supercharges your immunity. So soak up at least 20 minutes of sun a day. And eat vitamin-D-rich foods like cod liver oil, eggs, milk and orange juice fortified with vitamin D, sardines, tuna, beef liver and Swiss cheese. Or you can supplement. I recommend at least 2,000 I.U.
Eat foods rich in Vitamin C. Eat plenty of citrus fruits, broccoli, beef steak and oysters. This will help you maintain a super strong immune system. You also can take supplements. I recommend 2,000 mg daily.
Add some immune-boosting herbs
Garlic is one of nature’s best germ killers.
Oregano oil and turmeric help prevent viruses and ease cold symptoms.
Green tea contains anti-bacterial properties.

Get plenty of rest. You need eight hours of sleep each day. By losing sleep, you rob your immune system of the energy it needs to fight infection,6 and you’ll catch more colds and flu viruses.
Exercise. Get some each day but don’t go overboard. Too much exercise can actually stress the body and weaken your immunity. Twenty minutes a day of varied intensity exercise is all you need.
Keep up your regular chiropractic adjustments, remember the nervous system controls the Immune system.
To Your Good Health.

They just keep coming in!

2010-10-25T13:52:00.002-07:00

This is just too good not to share:

Oh That's Nasty!

2010-10-21T07:44:00.000-07:00

What are you putting in your body and your kids' bodies? You gotta' see this:

Get Motivated!

2010-10-19T06:46:00.000-07:00

I had the opportunity yesterday to attend the "Get Motivated" seminar at American Airlines Center.

Around 25,000 were in attendance at the event, which featured speakers including Troy Aikman, Emmitt Smith, Laura Bush, Colin Powell, Terry Bradshaw, Zig Ziglar Rudy Guliani, and Steve Forbes.

It was an inspring day, and now I'm MOTIVATED!!! Highly recommended...

Oktoberst 2010 with Dr. Cox

2010-10-11T07:25:00.000-07:00

Here it is if you missed it:

Thanks to all our patients for a great time!

Dr. Cox wears lederhosen!

2010-10-04T07:13:00.000-07:00

Join us for a great time...and you may get to see your doctor cooking bratwurst while wearing lederhosen.

RSVP by Thursday, October 7th at 972-292-0066.

See you there!

Dr. Cox

The best double rainbow EVER!!!

2010-09-27T06:45:00.000-07:00

This was taken from my front yard...and there's a little bonus at the end for you.

Enjoy!

Dr. Cox

Is this even possible? Listen to Trish's story

2010-09-23T09:38:00.000-07:00

You're not gonna believe this!

Dr. Cox's back yard...

2010-09-16T10:59:00.001-07:00

Check out what we're doing this month!

Dr. Cox has spiders on him?

2010-08-23T08:54:00.000-07:00

Pretty neat, check it out!

Save money on your next mattress!

2010-08-17T15:15:00.000-07:00

Can you really lose 1 lb. of fat per day?

2010-08-09T15:29:00.000-07:00

At home back strengthening with Dr. Cox

2010-08-09T13:34:00.001-07:00

Don't have a gym set? No problem, check this out:

Does my health insurance cover maintenance care?

2010-08-09T06:46:00.000-07:00

Does your health insurance cover maintenance care? Let's find out:

Is Testosterone Therapy Safe?

2010-08-03T06:29:00.000-07:00

A good question, and here's the answer:

Using testosterone therapy can be very, very safe. The trick is how you administer the testosterone.

FACT: Between 20 and 50 percent of middle-aged men have testosterone deficiency.

Many of these middle-aged men get testosterone-replacement therapy, but this is the big question. Is it safe?

Researchers from the Mayo Clinic, in a meta-analysis that combined the results of 51 studies, concluded that testosterone supplements increase hematocrit and hemoglobin, which thickens the blood. It also decreases HDL cholesterol (the blood GOOD cholesterol).

They have established that testosterone therapy did NOT result in premature death, prostate disease, urological problems, heart attack, stroke, or increased risk factors of cardiovascular disease.

Men can reduce the risk of thickening their blood by using testosterone creme. Unfortunately, injections cause “spikes in testosterone” that can stimulate the production of their red blood cells.

The results are right there in front of you. Testosterone therapy,in the form of crèmes, can benenefit many aging men. (Journal Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, 95: 2560-2575, 2010)

Call us for more info, or visit our website: http://www.LittleElmLifeExtension.com

Chiropractor lighting matches in his office...

2010-08-03T05:53:00.000-07:00

This is sorta weird:

Dr. Cox's new puppy!

2010-08-02T06:55:00.001-07:00

Meet the newest member of the family!

Is your insurance company telling the truth?

2010-07-29T06:55:00.000-07:00

I got a notice from the insurance company from whom I purchase my own health insurance. The notice was something to the effect that, due to the rising costs of healthcare, my premiums were going to increase...again.

It just so happens that I am also a contracted provider for the same insurance company (which shall remain nameless). Ironically, I received a notice from the same company shortly thereafter stating that, due to the rising costs of healthcare, my contracted reimbursement rates that I have with them are being reduced...again.

Is it just me, or are things not adding up here. They are charging their members more, yet paying their doctors less. Is the rising cost of healthcare REALLY a rising cost, or is it the insurance companies trying to squeeze their customers and providers?

Furthermore, how would you feel if your current job continued paying you less and less every year for the exact same amount of work you've been doing all along? Not to mention all the extra pre-certifications and needless paperwork required to get claims paid.

I almost wish that insurance would disappear altogether. It would bring costs WAY down and eliminate all the beuracratic garbage with the insurance companies.

Food for thought...

Is Chiropractic Care Addictive?

2010-07-26T06:41:00.000-07:00

Here's the answer...

A quick story about Superman

2010-07-20T07:24:00.001-07:00

Here's what happened to Christopher Reeves.

Jenny McCarthy blasts vaccinations

2010-07-19T20:20:00.000-07:00

Interesting info linking autism to vaccinations...

Chiropractic being sued by American Medical Association and Texas Medical Board

2010-07-11T15:55:00.000-07:00

Jennifer Riggs for the Texas Chiropractic Association from Elliot Boney on Vimeo.

This is serious stuff. Chiropractic could be dead in Texas with the stroke of a pen.

An apology to my patients

2010-07-08T11:47:00.001-07:00

This comes from my heart. I hope you understand.

Is HCG weight loss for real?

2010-07-05T13:53:00.000-07:00

What's all the hype about HCG weight loss?

Check out this short video for more info:

Women with high blood sugar READ THIS.

2010-06-22T06:57:00.000-07:00

If you’ve ever had problems with regulating your blood sugar, READ THIS.

A new study with baby fat cells (3T3-L1 cells) demonstrates that E3 (estriol) activates the genes that make visfatin, a hormone that comes from fat that helps to regulate blood sugar. That may not mean a lot to you yet, but once you read this short handout, it will. This study has far-reaching implications for women, as a tool, to help maintain healthier blood sugar levels.

Visfatin, like leptin, is a hormone produced by your FAT cells. The primary hormone produced in fat cells that regulates blood sugar is called adiponectin.
Since Visfatin is a hormone, it appears to help blood sugar metabolism under forms of potential stress. For example, as your abdominal size increases - visfatin levels rise, seemingly to help you metabolize blood sugar in the presence of being too FAT.

Similarly, Visfatin levels rise during pregnancy to help regulate your blood sugar during the pregnancy as extra weight is gained. When you lose your extra pounds of stomach FAT or after the weight gain of pregnancy is gone - then your Visfatin levels return to normal.

The new research shows that E3 (estriol) is the key hormone that activates Visfatin production during pregnancy, and its production is synergistically enhanced by Progesterone and E2 estradiol (but not activated by these other two sex hormones).
This means that women lacking in E3 (estriol) the good estrogen type hormone or (progesterone) during pregnancy are much more at risk for gestational diabetes.
However, E3 (estriol) levels, as well as (progesterone) levels, decline with age and often take a jolt after menopause. That’s the main reason you need a topical hormone crème like E3 (estriol).

Additionally, women who have had one or both ovaries removed will NOT make E3 (estriol) at the proper rate, so you definitely need to use a topical E3 (estriol) creme.

Women have a higher percentage of body FAT than men, so it makes sense that they have a way to regulate their blood sugar in the presence of this higher natural level of body FAT: it appears E3 (estriol) is the primary answer and progesterone is the secondary support to the E3 (estriol). I suggest you use both.
This study supports the theory that a decline in E3 (estriol) due to aging (or surgery) contributes to insulin resistance, abdominal weight gain, and a rise in fasting blood sugar levels. Both these crèmes are available at this office and you might be a candidate.

Statin Drugs and Their Effect on Your Testosterone Levels

2010-06-10T15:19:00.000-07:00

As you already know, statin drugs such as Lipitor reduce total and LDL cholesterol and supposedly reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. Here’s the kicker though. As the use of statin drugs continues to increase everyday (and people have been taking statins for a prolonged period that is significantly longer than the time period required for testing drugs), the serious side effects of statins is affecting more and more people, than ever before.

Since the drug companies that manufacture these statins have become aware of the incidence of serious side effects, they added a WARNING to statin advertising that was NOT present in the earliest advertising for these drugs.
This warning states, “Unexplained muscle pain and weakness could be a sign of a rare, but serious side effect and should be reported to your doctor right away.”
People who take statin drugs need to heed this warning immediately because in extreme cases, the side effects of statins --- ‘can be fatal’.

Muscle pain and muscle weakness are two of the main side effects of statin drugs.
Italian researchers, in a study of more than 3,400 men treated for erectile dysfunction (ED), found that those taking statins had lower levels of total and FREE testosterone than men NOT taking the drugs.

Statins were linked to a “reduced testicular volume” and a higher incidence of symptoms linked to “LOW testosterone levels”. Women can have low testosterone levels too.

And here’s something most people don’t realize. Decreased strength is a common side effect of continued statin use. This might be linked to reduced testosterone levels.

One problem with this study was that statin users had double the rate of high blood pressure, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, which are also linked to low testosterone levels and ED. (Journal Sexual Medicine, 7: 154701556, 2010)

Make sure you’re using the hormone crèmes daily as these all natural, easy-to-apply homeopathic crèmes can help you overcome and balance your low testosterone levels.

What' the deal with Bio Identical Hormone Replacement?

2010-06-03T09:50:00.000-07:00

Another free dinner cruise with Dr. Cox

2010-06-03T07:32:00.000-07:00

Dinner is on me!

2010-01-19T18:55:00.000-08:00

Have dinner with me, it's on the house!

You feel like crap and here' why...

2010-01-13T08:55:00.001-08:00

This is probably one of the most informative health videoes I've ever seen. It's 11 minutes, watch the whole thing and pass along the link...

http://www.yourspine.com/Chiropractic+Care.aspx

Enjoy!

Little Elm Chiropractor Merry Christmas from Cancun

2009-12-24T16:15:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

10 Minute Facelift...without chemicals or injections!

2009-11-12T11:07:00.000-08:00

Want to look 10 years younger in 10 minutes, without harsh chemical treatments or toxins injected into your face? Check this out!

Welcome to NASCAR!

2009-11-09T08:51:00.001-08:00

I attended my first ever NASCAR race this weekend. What a rush! A friend had special VIP passes to the Red Bull pavillion, where we got to meet drivers and get autographs.

It was loud and we smelled like motor oil by the time it was over, but DEFINITELY worth while. I could make this a hobby!

Congrats to Kurt Busch on his victory.

I'll Huff & Puff & Blow Your House Down!

2009-10-29T08:32:00.000-07:00

As you can tell, we like to have fun at the office.

I can't imagine, though, any woman agreeing to dress up like a pig!

Hey, it wasn't my idea, but I just work here...

Happy Halloween!!!

Taste & Travel Reception

2009-09-04T03:33:00.000-07:00

Dr. Cox’s Taste & Travel Reception
@ Crossroads Winery
Saturday, September 5th
1:00 p.m.

Want to taste some delicious wines right here in Frisco? That's right, we have an intimate venue called Crossroads Winery located at 15222 King Rd. Ste. 301, Frisco TX, 75034.

Master winemaker John Otis will give a brief tutorial on his savory wine creations, and hen stay for an entertaining look at some amazing leisure travel packages!

Great wine, great destinations....now that's living the life!

Cost is $15 per person and includes lunch with three wine tastings. Otherwise, leave your wallet at home! Attire is casual.

See you Saturday at 1:00!

Is your water killing you?

2009-08-06T18:09:00.000-07:00

We've all been told that drinking lots of water is good for us....but is it really?

Here's the link for more info: http://www.ionways.com/drdavidcox

Dr. Cox's 7th Clinic B-Day Dinner Cruise!

2009-06-15T11:01:00.000-07:00

Here is how I celebrated my clinic's 7th birthday with my patients.

Hope to see you all again next year!

Spinal decompression works for me!

2009-05-28T20:56:00.000-07:00

And she didn't think it would work!

Please Doctor, don't TWIST & POP my spine.

2009-05-27T11:04:00.000-07:00

Chiropractic adjustments with no twisting or popping...

FREE Dinner Cruise on Lake Lewisville!

2009-04-28T06:32:00.000-07:00

Celebrate our 7th year in practice with a free dinner cruise on the Chamonix II "Giant" catamaran....

Dinner with Doc

2009-04-09T17:54:00.000-07:00

If you missed our last one, here's a short clip from "Dinner with Doc". We are now holding them twice per month at Dave & Busters at Stonebriar Mall. It's free for you and up to three adult guests! Just call Janet at (214)783-0738 to reserve your spot. Seating is limited, so call now!

Free Dinner at Dave & Busters

2009-03-30T11:19:00.000-07:00

We would be thrilled if you could join us. Seating is limited though, so call ASAP!

Full Body Workout in 10 Minutes...No Way!

2009-03-20T04:52:00.000-07:00

Here is another example of our state-of-the art treatment technologies...

10 Years of Pain Gone in One Visit!

2009-03-20T04:29:00.000-07:00

I couldn't belive this...you gotta' hear it for yourself!

Upper body workout...without the weights!

2009-03-02T10:30:00.000-08:00

Here are some pointers on a simple at-home upper body workout without fancy equipment or heavy weights. Enjoy!

Caribbean Cruise Time!

2009-01-23T09:48:00.000-08:00

Here is my wife, Kerri, and I relaxing in a hammock at the beach in Grand Cayman.

Many people are aware that Kerri is in school to become a chiropractor as well.

We have to get our travels in when we can, and she happened to be on Christmas break.

80 degrees in January, can't beat that!

Dr. Cox's 500 lb. Weight Loss Challenge

2008-12-30T19:47:00.000-08:00

We are kicking off our 500 lb. Weight Loss Challenge this month.

Join us for a free event on Monday, January 19th at 7:00 p.m. at our office to learn more about how are helping our patients drop loads of holiday fat. It's safe, it's effective, there is no calorie counting, no stimulant pills, no starving yourself with low carb dieting.

Average weight loss is 7 lbs. of fat in 9 days...and it STAYS OFF!

To learn more, reserve your seat by calling Andrea or Tanya at (972)292-0066. Seats are limited, so call right now!

What do you have to lose...besides the fat?

Dr. Cox learns to snowboard!

2008-12-21T07:04:00.000-08:00

My wife, Kerri, and I, just visited my brother (that's him in the background of the video) in Golden, CO. He took us to learn to snowboard, which was a blast. The only problem: the wind chill factor was -20 to -30 degrees farenheit! We had a good time, but I will probably wait until spring to try it again! Happy holidays!

From left to right: Jennifer (my brother's fiance'), my brother Chris, my wife Kerri, and me!

Diabetic Neuropathy improving with Chiropractic!

2008-12-09T08:41:00.000-08:00

Here is a video that a dear patient of mine recently gave me regarding the overall health improvements she has seen with diabetic neuropathy since becoming a patient three weeks prior. This is the feather in my cap...patients who see great results.

Dr. Cox's dad loses 13 pounds in 9 Days...with nutritional cleansing!

2008-12-01T19:56:00.001-08:00

Well, I've been trying to get my parents to do a detox & cleanse for some time now. Listen to my dad's results...

Solutions to Foot, Knee, & Back Pain...Guaranteed!

2008-11-12T09:04:00.000-08:00

Ever experience foot pain, plantar fascitis, knee pain, or back pain? Here is the latest technology for custom made foot orthotics to help you.

FYI...this video is actually a training that I did for other doctors, but it applies just as much to patients.

Governor Schwarzenegger and Chiropractic

2008-09-30T20:44:00.002-07:00

Arnold Schwarzenegger, more affectionately known as "The Govenator", is a long-time supporter of the chiropractic profession. When he first moved to the U.S. in the late 1960's, he lived with another professional body builder and life-long friend, Franko Columbu.

As it turns out, Franko became a chiropractor, along with his wife. We can only imagine how much physical strain accompanied Schwarzenneger illustrious body building career. Good thing he had Dr. Columbu to keep his body in alignment with adjustments on a regular basis!

Arnold has displayed tremendous loyalty throughout his life, and remains a patient of Dr. Columbu to this day. The California governor has been and continues to be a valuable asset to the chiropractic profession.

I'll be back!