1. Mark Walters, D.C. 848 N. Main Street Lansing, KS 66043 (913) 727-3600 www.MidAmericaChiropractic.com Triathletes and Chiropractic Care

2. Chiropractic Facts Established in 1895 Drug-free, hands on approach to health Chiropractors have at least 4 years of training following undergraduate. 4,200 hours of classroom, laboratory and clinical experience Complete state and 5 sets of national boards. Covered benefit in many traditional insurance policies. According to some reports, as many as 87% of insured Americans have chiropractic coverage.

3. Triathletes and Chiropractic Care Triathletes put the body under cumulative stress and it’s not uncommon to suffer a broad range of injures. Many athletes receive care prior to events to reduce the risk of injury during the race. Prevention is always easier than the treatment of an injury

4. Triathletes and Chiropractic Care Chiropractic treatment is a form of healthcare that focuses on the neuromuscular skeletal system to optimize biomechanics, nervous system function and an overall reduction in pain/symptoms. When joint misalignments occur, it can result in nerve irritation, decreased muscle group function, localized joint pain, etc. Research is proving that the spinal nerves are much more susceptible to mechanical pressure, such as that caused by the Vertebral Subluxation Complex, than was previously thought. The weight of a dime is enough to cause altered function to a nerve. http://www.yourspine.com/Chiropractic/Spinal+nerve+roots+far+more+sensit ive+than+previously+thought.aspx

6. Triathletes and Chiropractic Care With Chiropractic, when will I feel better? Many patients feel immediate relief following treatment For others it may take several weeks before they achieve substantial progress Many factors can affect the healing process Generally, the longer a patient waits to get treated, the longer it will take to stabilize and recover. Each visit builds on the previous one and maintenance appointments are highly recommended. Most people have regular dental check-ups and they should do the same for their spine.

7. Triathletes and Chiropractic Care 5 Tips to Maximized Living: Minimized Toxins Toxins and chemicals surround us in our everyday lives and are included in items such as medications, refined foods, household cleaners and the items we cook with! Each of these toxins affect our bodies in a negative way and inhibit us from functioning at optimal levels. Maximized Mind Time & stress management, adequate sleep, improving relationships with others, etc. Maximized Nerve Supply Nerve supply is the life supply to all cells, organs, and systems in the body. It’s also responsible for all function and healing. Improper spinal alignment is common and likely to happen due to the amount of physical, emotional, and chemical stress you apply to your body every day. Addressing this should be a foundational part of living.

8. Triathletes and Chiropractic Care 5 Tips to Maximized Living: 1. Maximized Quality Nutrition 1. What you put into your body affects how you feel and perform each and every day. Food is the fuel that your body needs to continue to power and heal itself on a daily basis. 2. Maximized Oxygen & Lean Muscle 1. Exercise allows your body to take in higher levels of oxygen and creates lean muscle that keeps both your body and mind healthy. Studies have shown that exercise consistently match or exceed the benefits of antidepressants.

9. Chiropractic & Acupuncture Care Pre-Treatment Therapy Researched based treatment plans Military Discounts Referral Incentives Interest-Free Payment Options Accept Most Major Insurance Plans