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The Best Foods for Healthy Spleen Function

Acupuncturist & Chiropractor, Dr. Allison Heffron, explains the role the Spleen plays in digestion and nutrient intake, and shares some advice about which foods help support its health and function. What does the Spleen do? Summer weather seems to have lasted an eternity, but cooler months are finally here.  The days of watermelon, crisp salads,

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Exercises and Stretches to Prevent Hip Pain - Dr. Allison Heffron, DC, L.Ac.

Preventing Hip Pain Through Exercise and Stretching

Physio Logic’s Chiropractor & Acupuncturist, Dr. Allison Heffron, shares some effective exercises to help strengthen important muscle groups related to hip stability. Practicing these exercises frequently will prevent injury and improve overall balance. IMPORTANT NOTE: Although these are being demonstrated and instructed it is not advised to perform these unless you have been prescribed these

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Debunking Myths Revolving Acupuncture - Dr. Allison Heffron at Physio Logic in Downtown Brooklyn

Debunking Myths Revolving Acupuncture

Acupuncturist & Chiropractor, Dr. Allison Heffron, clears up some common misconceptions revolving acupuncture. As one of Physio Logic’s most effective treatments offered to patients, acupuncture works best as a complimentary therapy alongside sports medicine, physical therapy, chiropractic, massage therapy, and integrative medicine. Our patients’ results speak for themselves. I cannot count how many people I

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Crushing Exercise and Nutrition Myths

Crushing Exercise and Nutrition Myths

Chiropractor & Acupuncturist, Allison Heffron, DC, L.Ac., debunks some of the most popular exercise and nutrition myths still followed by many people today. This article serves as an excerpt from our Exercise as Medicine Workshop, which featured Integrative Medicine Specialist, Dr. Robert Graham, Clinical Nutritionist, Michelle Miller, MSACN, Pilates Studio Director, Lynda Salerno Gehrman, and

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