Tips, Articles, and Case Studies
Learn about how to keep your body moving, our methods, and success stories at Shephard Chiropractic. Keep checking back for updates!
Why You Should Stay on Your Treatment Plan After an Accident
Having a treatment plan when you go to the chiropractor is like having a plan before you go on a road trip. Everyone can help navigate, and you know where you want to arrive (Point B) and when. It’s extremely important to stay on your treatment plan so you can have prompt and consistent results. And it’s even more important to your health if you’re in treatment for a car accident or a personal injury.
Motor Vehicle Accidents and Your Chiropractic Care
Looking for a Portland Chiropractor Experienced in Motor Vehicle Accident Care?
Do Chiropractic and Physical Therapy Go Together?
Keep reading to see why complementary treatment, specifically chiropractic and physical therapy, could work well for you. We’ll also cover what to keep in mind when you have more than one provider.
10 Signs You Need to See a Chiropractor
There are plenty of patients that come into the chiropractor saying something to the effect of, “I thought it would go away.” This is a
Massage Therapy Benefits at Shephard Chiropractic Clinic
Massage therapy at Shephard Chiropractic Clinic in Portland, OR offers many benefits for our patients. It’s important to understand how those benefits work, and why we’re so passionate about using therapeutic massage as one more aspect of our care for your whole body.
Benefits of Swimming
Swimming has so many wonderful benefits. Not only is it a great low-impact exercise (especially for those with back pain) it can also reduce stress. If you’re considering a new exercise regimen, read on to find out all the ways you could reap the positive benefits of swimming.
The Sitting Epidemic
Is sitting really that bad? We have some less-than-good news for you: Are you sitting down right now?
Chiropractic Care for Children and Infants
Some of our patients wonder “is chiropractic safe for kids?” We always encourage our patients to do what they feel comfortable with. That said, we also encourage them to bring their young ones in for a consultation at the minimum to see if chiropractic care could be helpful—both to support healthy systems, to prevent injury, and to address any pain or discomfort they may be experiencing.
Looking for a Chiropractor in Portland, OR?
You’ve found us! Our chiropractic clinic is located in Portland, Oregon, in the beautiful Northwest District. Finding the right chiropractic provider in Portland—where you work and play—is vital to maintaining your long-term health.
Portland Snowfall Injuries
Have you been injured during the recent record snowfall in Portland? With those record levels of snowfall, it’s no wonder that many got hurt in the bad weather.
New Patients Welcome
Finding a new chiropractor—maybe it wasn’t at the top of your priorities last year, but now that you’ve turned the calendar over and it’s 2023, it’s definitely time to find a Portland chiropractor that can help you achieve your wellness goals and get you back in alignment.
New Year, New Goals
It’s time to set your new year goals, your resolutions, and your intentions this January. Even if you dread starting over, having a clean slate can help get you back on track so you can live your life to the fullest. This is our best guidance on goals so you can have a new year that revives and delights you.
What To Do After a Collision
After a car accident, it can be a whirlwind of emotions, pain, confusion, and insurance paperwork. It’s difficult to know what to do immediately after a collision, so it’s best that you take specific steps to address your pain and ensure you make the most of your insurance.
Slips, Trips, and Falls
We’ve all been there—an embarrassing slip and fall, or an even less graceful trip and fall. We see many patients come through our doors at Shephard Chiropractic Clinic, many of whom have slipped, tripped, and fallen.
Chiropractic Care While Pregnant
Can I be treated by a chiropractor while I’m pregnant? During pregnancy, there are many questions about what you can or cannot do to stay healthy and keep your baby safe in utero. And with more than half of all pregnant women having some degree of back discomfort, it’s no wonder that you’ll want to seek out some help with your back pain.
Cancellation Policy
Your care and treatment are a priority to us. We reserve your appointment time for you specifically.
Have You Met Your Annual Insurance Deductible?
If you’ve already met your deductible this year, then your cost for Chiropractic treatment could be minimal or completely covered by your insurance.
Mid-Back Pain and What You Can Do
Mid-back pain is pain that occurs related to the section of the spine that runs from the top of the shoulders to the base of the rib cage.
Protecting Your Back While Gardening
Gardening is a beautiful thing—it provides exposure to nature, sunlight, and studies have shown that sunlight lowers blood pressure and increases Vitamin D. When working in the garden, this light exercise can help burn calories and improve strength for anyone weeding, digging, raking, or mowing. In addition to physical health benefits, it can boost your mood. Read on to find out why gardening is beneficial to your health, all around, as well as what you can do to make sure gardening helps your back and doesn’t cause reinjury.
Back to School Tips
Back to School Chiropractic Tips for Children and Adults.
It’s almost that time of year! Back-to-school supplies are at the top of every list: new clothes, new shoes, freshly sharpened pencils, and new sets of markers, and maybe even a new computer!
Get Moving! It’s For the Best
A body in motion stays in motion. After all, it’s Newton’s first law of physics—and while he may not have been talking specifically about the human body, there’s certainly truth to it when it comes to our own activity in life. Movement is good for your body. It’s healthy for it. It’s needed to live a full and active lifestyle. When you stop moving, you’re not using all of your muscles.
Heat Precautions
This summer, just like every summer, the sun will come out, and most families will be outside enjoying all the fun activities that come with the season. However, it’s important to keep an eye on temperatures and know what to do when the heat becomes extreme. Extreme heat is defined as 90 degrees for at least two days. Heat illnesses can be prevented when you’re prepared.
Where Do Headaches and Migraines Come From?
Headaches and migraines are so common, it seems like half of all commercials address some over-the-counter pain medication or even new pharmaceuticals for migraines. But what if you could help diminish the pain and severity of your headaches or migraines by going to a chiropractor?
Why Stick With Your Treatment Plan?
Having a treatment plan seems like a great idea until life gets busy, right? Like anything else in life, you don’t want to go one step forward and two steps back. Adhering to your treatment plan can minimize relapses and help you maintain your health beyond just pain relief.
Shephard Chiropractic Clinic in Portland Explains: What’s the difference between instrument adjustment and traditional chiropractic?
We’re different from most chiropractic clinics in Portland. Why? A simple handheld tool called the Arthrostim is used in almost every gentle chiropractic treatment we do at Shephard Chiropractic Clinic.
Can Chiropractic Help with Stress?
When it comes to our bodies, stress can take over and be fully in control, to our body’s detriment. The more we know about what stress can do to our bodies, the better we can manage it.
Beyond Your Back with Chiropractic
The first thing a person may think of when they hear “chiropractor” is the spine. It’s true: the spine is central to the body, both physically and in terms of structure and support. However, chiropractors deal with the health of the whole body, not just the spine. Go one step further. If chiropractors can help your spine, imagine what they can do for your extremities. Imagine how good your arms, legs, knees, hands and feet could feel with the help of adjustments.
Why X-Rays Help your Chiropractic Care
Read about why x-rays at Shephard Chiropractic Clinic in Portland, OR can help you reach your health and treatment goals for your bone, joint, or spinal condition.
5 Tips for Road Trips: Don’t Leave Your Health At Home
Spring is almost here. And with it, we’re all ready to hop in the car and hit the road in search of adventure. Before you head out on a long (or even short) road trip, you should be mindful of your health and take steps to prevent injury or re-injury while away from home.
Orthotics at the Chiropractor
Did you know you can get orthotics from your chiropractor? At Shephard Chiropractic Clinic, we’ll diagnose your condition, verify with your insurance, take the casting, and submit to insurance for payment. Read on to learn how we do the casting, and why someone might benefit from using orthotics from a chiropractor.
What is Leg Length Discrepancy and How Can Chiropractic Help?
Though leg length discrepancy is a common cause of back pain and poor posture, it often goes undiagnosed. To learn more about leg length discrepancy (or leg length deficiency, as it’s sometimes called) continue reading to find out its causes, symptoms, results, and how chiropractic can help.
Is Chiropractic Forever?
Like anything worth having, chiropractic is not a quick fix, but rather an investment in your ongoing health. Because injuries happen regularly (big or small) and habits are formed day-to-day, it’s important to keep your chiropractor appointments regular to address specific issues or keep your body aligned through health maintenance check ups.
What Can I Do About Rounded Shoulders?
Rounded shoulders are so common, we may not even need to describe them. It’s a signifier of bad posture–your body is out of its ideal alignment. Before it goes from bad to worse, learn how to correct your rounded shoulders with simple steps that you can take at home.
Chiropractic Can Help with Your Neck Pain
No matter who you are, neck pain may be a part of your life. But it doesn’t have to be, finding a chiropractor to help with your neck pain can keep it from worsening or even prevent it!
Address Your Low Back Pain with a Chiropractor
Read more for how we can help you with your low back pain at Shephard Chiropractic Clinic.
Back-to-School Backpack Safety
Improper backpack positioning and posture can lead to problems for your little ones. Learn the proper way to carry a backpack.
Meet Dr. Scott B. Shephard
After his life was saved by a chiropractor at age 20, he dedicated himself to becoming a chiropractor.
2008 Chiropractor of the Year
Industry Advocate Scott Shephard, D.C., Wins
2008 Chiropractor of the Year Award