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Spinal Decompression: A Better Alternative to Back Surgery?

By Dr. Jason Crist / September 20, 2016 /

Join us this Pain Awareness Month in learning more about spinal decompression therapy. Crist Chiropractic and Wellness is educating patients, this September, about the benefits of spinal decompression therapy for treatment of sciatica and disc related injuries such as disc degeneration or bulge. Dr. Brendan Wright, of Crist Chiropractic, credits spinal decompression therapy as an effective alternative…

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Are Your Children’s Backpacks Causing Spinal Misalignment?

Are Your Children’s Backpacks Causing Spinal Misalignment?

By Dr. Jason Crist / August 17, 2016 /

“Oh, my aching back” is usually something you hear an adult say, who then attribute it to old age or too much sitting or lifting. Parents, unfortunately, are hearing their children utter similar phrases more frequently and wondering why a school-aged child’s back would hurt. If you’ve ever picked up your child’s backpack and realized…

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Franklin,TN Chiropractor Explains Text Neck

Text Neck & Mobile Device Posture Issues

By Dr. Jason Crist / August 10, 2016 /

Nearly everyone has a smartphone or mobile device these days, and while there is some merit to this technology by keeping us more connected – at least virtually – it is wreaking havoc on our bodies. When you look at the posture that people assume when texting, reading email, or browsing social media while on…

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Woman with hands holding her waist because of lower back pain in her sacroilliac joint.

How To Treat Sacroilliac Joint Pain Relief?

By Dr. Jason Crist / July 25, 2016 /

How can a body part you have probably never heard of hurt so BAD? This is a common question we hear from individuals suffering from sacroiliac joint pain. The joint is formed by the sacrum and the ilium where they meet on either side of the lower back, with the purpose of connecting the spine…

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Feeling Bound and Want Independence?

Feeling Bound and Want Independence?

By Dr. Jason Crist / June 27, 2016 /

This year we’re proud to partner with the Franklin Lions Club to help celebrate the annual “Franklin on the Fourth”Independence Day event. To help more people experience “Freedom from Pain,” during the week of June 27-July 1, Crist Chiropractic & Wellness will donate all proceeds collected from new patient services to help host this great…

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Dr. Brendan Wright

Introducing Dr. Brendan Wright!

By Dr. Jason Crist / April 29, 2016 /

We are thrilled to announce the newest member of the Crist Chiropractic & Wellness team.   As a way of welcoming him, any patient who schedules with Dr. Wright this week April 25-29 will receive $25 off of your office visit.  Dr. Wright will be available to see patients Monday-Friday from 11am-4pm. To take advantage of this offer we…

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baby beach

Mothers Day Week!

By Dr. Jason Crist / April 29, 2016 /

In honor of Mother’s Day, Crist Chiropractic & Wellness will be giving away six separate gift packages this week on Friday: The first giveaway is a one-hour in-home reflexology session with registered reflexologist, Ashley Sparks- $70 value. The second and third giveaways are one-hour infrared sauna sessions at Skin 2nv in Cool Springs.  Benefits of…

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Man texting with neck and back pain

How to Treat Chronic Neck & Back Pain Caused from Texting?

By Dr. Jason Crist / April 13, 2016 /

Texting: You do it every day, without batting an eye or thinking about it. It’s an instant way of staying in touch with family and friends. And it’s harmless, right? Not so fast! Like many people, you most likely hold your tablet or smartphone in your hand and glance down at it to read and…

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Happy “Valenspine” Wishes

Happy “Valenspine” Wishes

By Dr. Jason Crist / January 30, 2016 /

Its hard to believe that Valentine’s weekend is only two weeks away. This year give your loved one the gift of health. When you refer your loved one into our office as a new patient, YOU will receive your next visit for free (schedule here). This “Valenspine’s” special is valid from this Monday, February 1st…

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Getting the Best Posture When You Sleep

Getting the Best Posture When You Sleep

By Dr. Jason Crist / January 13, 2016 /

Are You in the Healthiest Sleeping Position Every Night? Aches and pains in the neck and back are some of the most common complaints in chiropractic care. Although stress, exercise injuries and other conditions can lead to chronic back and neck pain, poor sleep posture is a major contributor. A bad night of sleep causes…

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