Spine & Joint Center
In Motion Spine & Joint Center has been nominated as one of the Top 4 Chiropractors in Spring Hill.
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Voting is open until March 31st at 10:59 pm.
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• A normal year has 365 days.
• A Leap Year has 366 days (the extra day is the 29th of February).
How to know if it is a Leap Year:
Leap Years are any year that can be exactly divided by 4 (such as 2016, 2020, 2024, etc)
except if it can be exactly divided by 100, then it isn't (such as 2100, 2200, etc)
except if it can be exactly divided by 400, then it is (such as 2000, 2400)
Why do we have Leap Year?
Because the Earth rotates about 365.242375 times a year ...
... but a normal year is 365 days, ...
... so something has to be done to "catch up" the extra 0.242375 days a year.
Enjoy your "extra day" this year!
Chiropractic is widely known to be an effective treatment for general back pain, but did you know it is also beneficial for pregnant women? The mother’s body undergoes a myriad of changes during pregnancy to accommodate the growing baby and to prepare for giving birth. During pregnancy, it is even more vital than usual for the woman’s nervous system to be functioning properly to optimize the body most effectively.
The sudden growth of the belly changes the woman’s posture. As the pelvis softens and spreads to accommodate the baby, it can become out of alignment. In some cases, this can affect the baby’s position making delivery more difficult or even lead to a c-section.
These are just a few of the reasons that women often have pain during pregnancy. But pregnant women shouldn’t suffer needlessly! Chiropractic care can help minimize and even alleviate the pain and discomfort associated with pregnancy. Some of the benefits of prenatal chiropractic care include:
· Healthier pregnancy
· Reduced nausea
· Relief of back, neck and joint pain without medication
· Lower risk of cesarean delivery
· Reduced time of labor and delivery
· Overall improved comfort during pregnancy
· Reduced risk of breech delivery
Chiropractic care is safe throughout pregnancy. All chiropractors have been trained to treat pregnant women through the various stages of pregnancy. Techniques are modified as needed to provide the best results while keeping mom and baby safe and comfortable.
If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, talk to your doctor of chiropractic about how they can help you to have a healthy pregnancy with lower complications. A combination of proper exercise, stretches and chiropractic care can help you enjoy the anticipation of your new baby without some of the concerns and pains often associated with pregnancy.
We will be in the office and treating patients on Friday, February 14th.
Dr. Hawkins will be out of the office on Monday, February 17th - Friday, February 21st. The ladies in the office will have limited office hours during that time to return emails and messages.
IMSJC will have our own March Madness Bracket and you are invited to participate with us.
Monday, February 17th is National Random Act Of Kindness Day.
Friday, December 13th is Aleah's last day at In Motion Spine & Joint Center. She has been such a significant part of the office for over 7 years. We will certainly miss her sitting at the front desk, but we are certain that she will thrive in her new opportunity.
We wanted to send our BEST WISHES with our patients heading out to Cookeville this afternoon.
🏈 Bring home a State Championship Summit Spartans!!! 🏈
Class 5A
Summit (12-2) -vs- Knoxville Central (12-2)
Friday @ 7 pm
Tennessee Tech University's Tucker Stadium
Broadcast in Nashville area on: WUXP 30.1 MyTV
Where were you born / Where did you grow up / What brought you to Middle TN?
• Born in Mexico, Missouri
• We lived in Warrenton, Missouri until 1993. We relocated here b/c Pops worked for GM
• I moved back to Middle Tennessee from St. Louis in 2006 to start my practice
Tell us about your family….
• I have been married to my best friend, Stacy, for 13 years
• We have two boys
Charlie is 9 years old & Jake is 6 years old
How did you meet your wife?
• Austin Peay – we had mutual friends but bottom line, she was (and still is) gorgeous so that “lured” me in 😊
What are some of you hobbies / interests?
• Playing baseball & basketball with my boys
• Hunting deer, ducks & turkeys
• Woodworking
• Long walks on the beach ….. not (haha)
Do you have a hidden talent? If so, what is it?
• Still searching ……
What did you do growing up that got you in trouble?
• I would go off in the woods often. I always knew where I went but my folks didn’t.
What is your “Death Row Meal”?
• Tough one – a thick cut Ribeye cooked medium rare with a glass of heavy red wine
Which celebrity are you most mistaken for?
• Aaron Rogers
What is your worst habit?
• Choice 4 letter words
Who was your 1st celebrity crush and how old were you?
• The first one that I can remember was Elizabeth Shue
What was your 1st job?
• Golf services at Old Natchez Country Club when I was 15
What does a typical weekend look like for you?
• Doing some type of home project; a game a piece for the boys (wiffleball, basketball) but by Sunday around lunchtime, I quit and just hang with my boys and Stacy in the pool or around the house.
Tell us about a favorite family tradition.
• 4th of July, we have a big family get-together in Missouri with all of my aunts, uncles, and cousins. I get to hang out with the Best Family Ever!
List 3 things on your bucket list.
• Get a big Bull Elk
• Take Stacy to Europe (Greece & Italy)
• Alaska
Have you met your Deductible for 2019 or even the Maximum Out Of Pocket expense?
Do you have Flexible Spending Account money that won't roll over at the end of the year?
Most medical insurance benefits reset at the beginning of a new year. It's crazy knowing that 2020 is just 7 weeks away!
If you have questions regarding your benefits or if you want to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hawkins, give us a call at 615-302-4747.
Maximizing your medical benefits should be at the top of your end of the year to-do list! It’s easy to start focusing on 2020 as open enrollment gears up. But reviewing your 2019 medical benefits may prevent you from accidentally leaving some money behind.
Here are a few tips for reviewing your 2019 medical benefits.
Depending on your health plan, you may have a set of preventative services – such as check-ups, screenings and routine immunizations – that are 100 percent covered. For women, your mammogram screening and OB-GYN exam might be covered. If you’re on Medicare, your annual wellness visit might be available at no cost to you.
Be sure to take advantage of these annual benefits and consider scheduling an appointment before the end of the year.
Deductibles, which reset on January 1, determine the cost you pay out of pocket for health care services before your insurance kicks in. If you’ve met your deductible for 2019, you might want to consider any elective procedures you’ve been delaying, for example a colonoscopy.
It’s still important to get an estimate on your out-of-pocket costs before scheduling any appointments. Services might have co-pays or coinsurance until you reach your out-of-pocket maximum, or the amount you pay for medical services in a calendar year.
If you’ve met your out-of-pocket maximum or may reach it this month, consider scheduling those appointments or services. Once you have reached this dollar amount, most plans pay 100 percent of the allowed amount.
In additional to reviewing your medical insurance coverage, don’t forget about the money you already have to pay for medical expenses.
If you have a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with any money left, use it before you lose it. Your FSA dollars have a shelf life and balances won’t carry over from year-to-year. Thus, it’s important to check your plan and review what eligible expenses are covered.
Unlike your FSA, if you have a Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) your balance typically rolls over. If your employer provides a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) to help pay for health care expenses, the money stays with you while you’re employed with the company. Planning on making a career change next year? If so, consider using whatever’s left in your HRA. Make sure to review the list of eligible purchases as some employers specify what you can use these dollars on.
Squirreling away those tax-free dollars in a Health Savings Account (HSA)? Keep at it! If you do happen to have some last-minute expenses this year, you can use your HSA on deductibles, co-payments, coinsurance and other eligible health care costs. Money in these accounts roll over from year-to-year and the dollars stay with you no matter your employer.
The end of the year is fast approaching, but there’s still time to get the most out of your medical benefits by December 31!
How long have you been at IMSJC?
• 1 ½ years
Where were you born / where did you grow up?
• Philadelphia, PA – the suburbs of Philadelphia
• We moved to Tennessee in 2003
Tell us about your family….
• Brian and I just celebrated our 25th anniversary this summer. We have 4 children ranging in age 24 to 16.
• I grew up in a household with 4 sisters
Did you attend college? What did you study?
• West Chester University in West Chester, PA
• Health Science BS
Respiratory Care/Physical Education
Share an interesting fact that we don’t know about you.
• I played Lacrosse all 4 years of college / I even went on to coach college level Lacrosse
What is your “go to” karaoke song?
• Mockingbird with my husband
By James Taylor and Carly Simon
What is your favorite food/dessert?
• Surf & Turf
Do you have a favorite color?
• Green & Yellow
What is your favorite flower?
• Gerbera Daisy
List your favorite holiday.
• 4th of July
Who was your 1st celebrity crush and how old were you?
• Shawn Cassidy
If you had a warning label, what would yours say?
• “Do NOT Wake – Sleeping”
What was your 1st job?
• Busing tables and babysitting
Where is the most interesting place you have ever been?
• The caves of Na Pali Coast in Kauai, Hawaii
What does a typical weekend look like for you?
• Catching up on laundry and tv shows
What is the luckiest thing that has ever happened to you?
• I survived cancer as a child and have been blessed by having 4 children
What is the latest concert/performance you attended?
• Paul Simmon
List 3 things on your bucket list.
• Visit Fiji
• Own a beach house
• Teach yoga classes on the beach
What one super-power would you like to have and why?
• Fly – cars are a pain in the butt
Anything else you would like to share?
• I love palm trees and my favorite number is 8
Dr. Hawkins' wife, Stacy, will be hosting a wine tasting at the office on Sunday, December 8th at 1:00pm.
It will last a few hours, and you'll have the opportunity to see what kind of wine pairs best with certain types of food. Best of all, this wine is Keto and Paleo friendly!
If you're interested in attending this event or have any questions, please contact her by email at: stacypnp@gmail.com.
Our patients have done a good job so far on bringing in paper towels and toilet paper for The Well.
There is still time for those wanting to make a contribution. IMSJC will collect items until Friday, November 15th.
#GiveBack #InMotion #Chiropractor
#IMSJC #TheWell
How long have you been at IMSJC?
• A little over 5 years
Where were you born / where did you grow up?
• I was born and raised in Northern Alabama. Once I graduated college in 1998, I moved to Tennessee.
Tell us about your family….
• I have a 17 year old son, Carson that is a Junior in high school. His extracurricular activities (basketball, choir, theater, tennis) keep my calendar jam packed. My amazing parents still live in Northern Alabama. Although they sold the house I grew up in, they are now enjoying their 40 acre “farm”. They have been so supportive with helping me learn my new role of homeowner. (My dad and I stained my fence the week that the office was closed last month.) I have an older brother, Dan, who lives here in Spring Hill with his wife.
Did you attend college? What did you study?
• The University of North Alabama (Go Lions) / Computer Programming
What does a typical weekend look like for you?
• Cleaning house, running errands, paying bills (all of the adult things that no one wants to do)
• In the Spring/Summer I am most likely working in my yard or out on the lake with friends. If it’s Fall/Winter then you can find me watching college football. Roll Tide!
Share interesting facts that we don’t know about you.
• I am a sorority girl - ΑΓΔ.
• I am named after the song “Windy” by The Association (although my mother changed the spelling slightly)
• The summer that I was 15, there was a house fire where my parents and I lost everything. I came out of it with only the clothes on my back … which was a bathing suit.
• I got my first tattoo at the age of 42
What is your “go to” karaoke song?
• I have ONLY done karaoke once in public...
Although I do perform daily in my car on the 35 minute commute to/from work every day 😊
Do you have a favorite color?
• Earth tones / Fall colors
What is your favorite flower?
• Tulips
List your favorite and least favorite holiday.
• Favorite = Christmas even if my birthday is overshadowed by it
• Least Favorite = Labor Day because it is the end of Summer
What was your 1st job?
• Lifeguard – best job ever! I spent 6 fantastic summers working at the pool.
Where is the farthest that you have ever been from home?
• Lake Tahoe / Reno, Nevada (almost 18 years ago)
It’s laundry day. At the end of the day are the clothes: 1. In heaping piles on your bed 2. Folded and put away 3. Still in the machines because you forgot about them?
• #2 - My OCD has them folded and put away before I can call it a night.
Where is the most interesting place you have ever been?
• Swimming with Dolphins in the Bahamas, zip lining in Mexico, and scuba diving in Jamaica
What is your biggest fear?
• Being trapped underwater and drowning.
What is the latest concert/performance you attended?
• Lenny Kravitz – last concert
• Carson’s high school choir performance: The Wonderful Music of Disney
What is the first thing you bought with your own money?
• I remember my first credit card purchase when I was 18 years old. I used my JC Penny card to get an Alabama sweatshirt. I still have that sweatshirt….I wore it around the house just this last weekend (it’s just now good and broken in).
List 3 things on your bucket list.
• Hot air balloon ride
• Attending a Broadway play in New York City – this will get checked off my list in April
• Use my passport to travel more
What is the last show that you binge watched?
• 13 Reasons Why – Season 1 with my son
Have you ever been told that you resemble a celebrity? Who?
• When I was much younger – Molly Ringwald
What is a funny story that your family likes to share?
• I was home from college one weekend and answered the phone. The lady on the other end started asking me questions and getting irritated because I was clueless to what she was talking about. My brother was across the room laughing hysterically. I later found out that he had signed me up for a dating site for “Jewish Men Over 40” (This was before the internet and I was maybe 21 at the time). I still haven’t paid him back for that one!!!
No Tricks, Just Treats at IMSJC!
👻 🎃
(Photo credit to one of our favorite patients, Jamie.)
Where were you born / Where did you grow up?
Nashville / All over Middle Tennessee – Wilson & Williamson Counties
Tell us about your family….
I’m married to my incredibly sexy husband, Daniel. He is the custom glass designer for Genesis Glass & Mirror in Franklin. Averi is my 12 year old “bonus daughter” who attends Spring Hill Middle School. When we are not working or going to school, we enjoy games and watching movies as a family.
Did you attend college? What did you study?
Austin Peay State University / Social Work & Elementary Education
How long have you been at IMSJC?
Almost 7 ½ years
What are some of you hobbies / interests?
Spending time with friends and family, reading (when I have the time 😊), and curling up with a blanket while watching a good chick flick
Do you have a favorite color?
Teal/Turquoise and Fuscia
What was your 1st job?
Babysitting by the age of 12 and then Miss Molly’s Ice Cream Shop at The Factory in Franklin
List your favorite and least favorite holiday.
Favorite = Thanksgiving / Least Favorite = Halloween
Who was your 1st celebrity crush and how old were you?
JTT (Jonathan Taylor Thomas) of course! I was probably 12 years old.
What is your favorite flower?
Gerber Daisies, Sunflowers, and Buttercups
Share interesting facts that we don’t know about you.
I was a professional cake decorator for 6 ½ years.
I have 3 tattoos.
List your top 2 “pet peeves”.
Bad grammar
Watching people on their phone/device at a restaurant while at the table. Interact people!
What is your favorite food/dessert?
Mexican food / Chocolate custard with cookie dough
What does a typical weekend look like for you?
Momming – Laundry, running errands, cleaning, church, and various family events
If you had a warning label, what would yours say?
Sassy – Are you ready for it?!?!
Where is the farthest that you have ever been from home?
Sierra Leone’ Africa
What is the latest concert/performance you attended?
Averi’s talent show last Spring
What is the last show that you binge watched?
Parenthood & Living Undocumented
What one super-power would you like to have and why?
My husband says I have super sonic hearing; that I could hear and ant fart? 😊
List 3 things on your bucket list.
Travel to Hawaii
Travel to Ireland
Swim with Dolphins
Did you know that you can purchase your favorite supplements online and have them shipped directly to your door?
There is even an option for one time purchases or to set up a monthly or 45 day cycle.
Dr. Hawkins can discuss the supplements and how your overall health would benefit.
If you’ve recently had pain down the back of your leg, WebMD or your neighbor probably told you that you have “Sciatica”. However, the term sciatica simply means you have pain along the sciatic nerve.
Sciatica is a symptom of something that is causing that pain, just like a runny nose is a symptom of allergies, an infection or a virus.
So now that we know what sciatica is, a better question would be “What is causing my sciatica”? There are multiple conditions that can cause sciatica. The most common causes are:
• Spinal Stenosis
• Lumbar Disc Herniation, Bulge or Prolapse
• Joint Dysfunction
• Piriformis Syndrome
• Peripheral Nerve Entrapment (Nerve irritation at a place other than your spine)
• Muscle Imbalances in the pelvis or leg
All of these conditions can cause low back or pelvis pain that goes into the buttock and down the back of the leg.
A thorough review of the patient’s history and a physical examination by a quality physician can help determine the cause of your sciatica symptoms. Whether it is any of the above conditions, they usually respond well to focused manual care in conjunction with rehab exercises. The majority of “sciatica” issues do not require surgery.
Once your health is restored, simple changes to your daily routine and incorporating specific exercises can eliminate sciatica once and for all. This type of instruction should be incorporated along with your treatment to facilitate the treatment process.
If you are experiencing sciatica, give our office a call to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hawkins.
615-302-4747
Just a reminder that Dr. Hawkins will be out of the office October 11th - 18th.
Aleah & Windi will be in the office at various times on these days returning emails and messages. IMSJC will be back to normal hours treating patients on Monday, October 21st.