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Is Your Childat RISK?
If your child has complained of neck, back,or shoulder pain, an overweight backpack maybe to blame. The United States ConsumerProduct Safety Commission reports that the useof book bags or back carriers resulted in over6500 injuries in 2000 alone.Most backpack injuries arecaused byexces-sive weight distributed unevenly on the backand shoulder. A recent study in Italy found thatthe average child carries a backpack that wouldbe the equivalent of a 39-pound burden for a179-pound man, or a 29-pound burden for a132-pound woman. Of those children carryingheavy backpacks to school, 60% had experi-enced back pain as a result. A good indicator of an overweight back-pack is to look at yourchild’s posture. If he orshe leans or bends for-ward, the backpack ismost likely too heavy.Backpack weightshould be no morethan 5-10% of thechild’sweight. You cancalculate the recommended weight simply bytaking you child’sweight and dividing it by10.The American Chiropractic Association(ACA) offers the following suggestions to help inthe prevention of backpack related pain:•
Buy a smaller backpack.
This way, yourchild will only carry the necessities.•
Distribute the contents evenly.
The heav-iest items should be close to the body.These items should also be flat to preventpulling or rubbing on the back.
NEWS
W188 S7830 RACINE AVE. • MUSKEGO, WI 53150 • 262-679-6994
Dear patients and friends,
Thank you to everyone for the feedback regardingour first e-newsletter. If we do not have your emailaddress and you would like to receive a newsletter,please call us or email us.It has been one year since the release of mybook,
The Three Pillars of Health
.It makes mefeel good that so many have benefitted by read-ing the book. After presenting one- to two--hourdiscussions on various topics in the book thispast year, it always seemed like there wasnever enough time to get it all in. This fall, wewill be offering a one-dayseminar based onthe book. The seminar will be for those of you just beginning your health journey aswell of for those of you who have read thebook and arelooking for moreinformation. Some dates havebeen included at the end of this newsletter, but there are datesalwaysbeing added. Please call the office, or visit us on the web atwww.mhwc.netfor an updated list.Dr Janice Jurack
 Vitality 
MUSKEGO HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER
Your Source for Upcoming Trends in Chiropractic and Effective Natural Health Care•Volume 26
SCHOOL
Supplies
For the months of August and September,select styles of Airpack Backpacks are 15% off!These ergonomic backpacks are a must for back toschool to help keep your child’s spine in alignmentand prevent future damage to their posture. Therearealso a couple ergonomic attaché cases andpurses still available for mom and dad.
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MUSKEGO HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER • W188 S7830 Racine Ave. • Muskego, WI 53150 • 262-679-6994
•
Talk to teachers
about sending handoutsand workbooks home instead of textbooks.•
Talk to your child
about the risks of backand neck strain. Teach them to lift heavyobjects properly. Bend at the knees andnot with the back.
Secure the BackpackCorrectly
In addition to the pack being loaded correct-ly and not too heavily, it is also important tocarry it properly. As many as one-third of back-pack users in the 8- to 12-year-old range don’tcarry their backpacks properly. The majority of children wear their backpacks slung over oneshoulder putting all the weight on one side of the body.When it comes to straps, parents shouldremember these tips from the ACA:•Make sure the straps and back are padded.Unpadded straps can be irritating to theshoulders.•
Makesureyour child uses both shoulderstraps.
This distributes the weight evenlyand can help in preventing misalignmentof the spine and muscle fatigue.•
Use backpacks that haveastraparound the hips.
This helps with weightdistribution.•
Adjust the straps to fit your child.
The backpack should be no more than2-4 inches below the waist.If your child suffers from neck, back, orshoulder pain, don’t wait. Call our office today.Wewould also be happy to help properly fit thebackpack to your child.
BACK-TO-SCHOOLNUTRITION:
JUNK IN = JUNK OUT
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Unfortunately, skippingbreakfast or eating high-sugared and refined carbohydrates at breakfast onlyresults in a sugar crash later in the morning. In other words, “junk in = junkout.” Why not try a morning smoothie? Morning smoothies are a great way tostart the day. There are many recipes that are easy, tasty and loaded withnutrition. If your children do not likeveggies, you can add some pow-dered greens to the smoothie.Organic blueberry juice works wellmixed with the powdered greens. Itis also packed with antioxidants tostimulate the immune system.In a school system that consid-ers French fries a vegetable, it ishard to make sure your children areeating a healthy lunch unless youprepare it for them. When preparinglunch, minimize the amounts of trans fats, sugar, and chemicals. Gluten-freebreads,goodies,oatmeal and pastas aretastier than in years past and are eas-ier to find as well. By adding variety with different grains,the likelihood of your child developing any type of food sensitivity is much less.For afternoon snacks, try an apple or celery sticks with nut butter(peanut, almond, cashew,or soy butter). Whole nuts like almonds, walnuts,pecans and Brazil nuts are snacks that supply the Omega-3 fatty acids impor-tant for concentration, blood sugar regulation, memory, and energy. If you’relooking for something naturally sweet, try the following recipe:
Child at Risk?
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Fruit Dip/Fudge
organic coconut oil (comes in a jar)organic cashew butter (or almond butter)1/4 cup (or less) organic maple syrupgood sprinkle of organic cocoa powder grind
Using a food processor, mix equal parts of organic coconut oil with organic cashew butter (oralmond butter), organic maple syrup, and organiccocoa powder grind.Serve as a fruit dip or pour into a glass dish andrefrigerate to make a hard fudge.Use these suggestions as guidelines for ideas orchange. If you need a hand getting started or needsome smoothie suggestions,feel free to call us.Remember to makeitfun!
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till haven’t purchased Dr Jurack’s book,
The Three Pillarsof Health? 
Books canbe purchased for $14.95 at GoodharvestMarket (Waukesha), Curves (JanesvilleRd., Muskego), Preferred Fitness(Janesville Rd., Muskego), MukwonagoAthletic Club (Mukwonago), Pet Supplies‘N’ More (Janesville Rd., Muskego), andHealth Hut (Hales Corners).
 
OurPatients Speak
 Jill did not like feeling bad all the time. The constant slug-gishness, bloating and uncomfortable feelings were beginning towear her down. She was beginning to believe all the doctorstelling her, “It’s just the way your body is. Just live with it.”After listening to Jill, it was obvious that she needed to findanswers to her problems. There was still energy and vitality deepdown inside her somewhere. You could tell by speaking withher that she is one of those people you just want to be around.We needed to get her back to feeling like her old self (or better)!Two months after our first meeting, Jill has lost 14 pounds,feels not only better, but more confident about herself, andknowsshe is on the road to a better life. She attributes much of her success to avoiding the hidden food allergies she did notknow she had.“Without a doubt, I recommend others to Dr. Jurack. I havegotten better results from Dr. Jurack in two months than all theother doctorsI’veseen in the past 15 years. I would never havebelieved I could feel this good. It is not an easyroad, but defi-nitely one worth taking. I should have come to see Dr. Jurackyears ago! What a difference!”
 IS YOUR LIFE BETTER DUE TOTHE CARE YOU RECEIVED AT OUR CLINIC? WE’D LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU. CONTACT US FOR A TESTIMONIAL SHEET TODAY!
Drew & Haley’sCORNER
Back-to-SchoolCheckups!
Chiropractic’s main premise is one of prevention asopposed to treating disease and illness after they surface.Don’t wait until symptoms develop to seek professionalhelp for yourchild. The besttime to correctspinal problemsis long beforethey surfacewith noticeablesymptoms. Forexample, scol-iosis (curva-tureof the spine)is typically only noticed after significantdeterioration. By the time you child’sshoes show uneven wear, one shoulderlooks higher than the other, or the hemline of the skirt hangs crooked, the spine may be seriouslycurved out of line.Routine chiropractic checkups ensurestraight andproper development of the spine while theyaregrowing.With school beginning, make an appointment for yourchildren. You’ll feel better and they will, too!
MUSKEGO HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER • W188 S7830 Racine Ave. • Muskego, WI 53150 • 262-679-6994
YOU ARE INVITED TO OUR
10th ANNUAL
HOLIDAYPARTY!
Saturday, November 8, 2008 • 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
The Highlands of NewBerlin
PLEASE BRING A FRIEND!
Cost
:There is no charge. Just bring your appetite.
10:30 AM: SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS WITH FOOD ALLERGIES FORUM
.Learn some great ways to keep yourself on the pathof health this season. Great tips will be shared regarding food and healthy gift ideas.
11:30 AM: Let the food begin
!Sample a full meal of allergy free and full of taste recipes for this holiday season. WE WELCOMEYOUR OWN FAVORITE RECIPES OR DISHES YOU’D LIKE TO SHARE. JUST LET US KNOW IF YOU’LL BE BRINGING ANYTHING.
RSVP
:(262)679-6994 by Wednesday, November 5, 2008
**Please call or email us to register for all events.(262) 679-6994, contactus@mhwc.net,or drjurack@mhwc.net
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