Shannon Gow, DC

Raise your hand if you love the chiropractor!

Some people express surprise when they learn I treat babies. Treatment is very gentle, and little ones can even be so unbothered by it, they even sleep through it. This little one's smile says it all- do you think she's a fan of Dr. Shannon??

Time flies when you're having fun! It's been two years since I joined the family! 🥰

I am truly blessed to do what I love every day, and I have met some incredible people along the way! 🥰

To my patients- thank you for allowing me to be a part of your healthcare team. You are a fantastic part of my day, and it makes me so happy to help you live your best life 🥰

To all the lovely people I work with- thank you for helping me to continue to learn and grow, and for all the love and support along the way 🥰

Here's to another year of Dr. Shannon 🥳🙌🥰

My best friend asked me to spend the rest of our lives together ❤ to my Josh, thank you for being my biggest supporter, my rock, my adventure buddy, and for being someone who can always put a smile on my face even in the darkest of days ❤ I love you so much, and I am so happy you came into my life ❤

I never thought that I'd experience a love like this, and I fall more in love with you every day ❤ here's to many more years of adventure, laughter and love! My Josh, you came into my life for a reason, I'm so happy we have found love through many seasons, and I look forward to happiness with you for the rest of my lifetime ❤ 7.2.2021

😴 A good night's sleep is one of the important pillars of health- getting an abundance, or a lack thereof, can affect your health! But Dr. Shannon, I'm laying there doing nothing, snoozing away... how can sleep affect me?

😴 The average person needs approximately 8 hours of sleep a night. Sleep is an essential time for our bodies to rest and recover. There are several benefits of being well rested.

😴Heart health is affected by a good night's sleep. When you sleep, your blood pressure goes down. This gives your heart and blood vessels a bit of a rest, decreasing the amount of time your body spends at a high blood pressure in a 24 hour span. This can decrease risk of heart disease.

😴 Sleep affects both our body, and our mind. With an adequate amount of sleep, the body's hand eye coordination and reaction time improves. Muscle recovery also improves when we spend time snoozing, which can have a direct effect on injuries. Adequate amounts of sleep have even been linked to higher cognitive function and productivity.

😴 What about a lack of sleep- what's the big deal? A lack of sleep caused your body to release cortisol, a stress hormone. High levels of cortisol can be linked to increased blood pressure, weight gain, fatigue, and even anxiety.

😴 Speaking of weight gain and hormones, a lack of sleep can affect hunger levels. With limited sleep, the body will increase production of grehlin, the hormone that lets you know you are hungry, and decrease production of leptin, which is the hormone that lets your body know it is full. Looking to avoid those late night munchies?? Grab some extra ZZZ's!

😴 Visit https://linktr.ee/dr.shannon to book!

❗Chiropractic Care- it's a family affair! Chiropractors can treat patients who are as early as days old, through childhood, as adults, in pregnancy and into retirement.

❗Chiropractors can help with a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, including neck pain, shoulder pain, and lower back pain, among many others! If you have a concern that you'd like to have addressed, let your chiropractor know!

❗ To see a chiropractor, there does not necessarily have to be a huge trauma resulting in an injury. Chiropractors can address recurring injuries, postural stresses, or even wellness and function, to help you perform day to day activities.

❗Your question may be, what about the kiddos? To adjust a child, a decreased amount of force is used. To adjust an infant, it requires about as much force as it would take to check the ripeness of a tomato. Additionally, chiropractors can even use tools like an Activator,  as a low force alternative.

❗I'm happy to answer any questions about chiropractic care, and the many benefits that come along with it. To book an appointment, visit https://linktr.ee/dr.shannon

Introducing the newest member of our family- Buddy! This little fluff has stolen our hearts already, within the short time we have had him! 🐈😻🥰

A big fan of shoes, a climbing enthusiast, and an expert at the late night zoomies, Buddy is a wacky guy, and he fits in nicely! 🥰

💥 Headaches ruining your day, getting out of hand? Wondering why? Here are some frequently asked questions regarding headaches

💥Why do I get headaches? There are many different reasons why a person can get headaches. They can include not drinking enough water, caffeine excess, posture issues, a lack of sleep, or tight muscles surrounding the neck and upper back.

💥My headaches are always in one spot, what can that mean? Certain muscles in the neck and upper back can cause what is called a "referral" to another area. Common points for a headache to refer to are the temples, above the eyebrows , or at the base of the skull

💥 What can a chiropractor do? A chiropractor can take many different routes to help you! This includes performing soft tissue release, providing you with stretches to help relieve tension, and performing a neck adjustment!

💥Questions? Send me a message, or visit the link in my bio to book! May the force be with you this Star Wars day!

Navigating childhood injury- what to do? 🤕 🤔

This little one fell and broke her collarbone a little over a month ago. Even though she has gotten her doctor's approval that the break itself is healed, she is still finding it difficult to not hold her arm tucked close to her body, like it is still in her sling.

After some gentle muscle release,  shoulder mobilization, and a little rock tape, this patient is able to lift her arm further than before. Great job! 👍

This patient gives her treatment plan a big thumbs up! It made the visit even better that she got to choose some stickers to bring home with her. Here's to being able to run and play like before! 🤸‍♀️

Questions about a child's injury? Curious to see how the chiropractor can help? Send me a message, or visit the link in my bio to book!

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Belly taping? What's that? 🤔

As the pregnant belly grows, it can change the way weight is distributed throughout the muscles and joints of the body. This excess strain can cause mom to feel additional pressure, aches, pains and even fatigue. 🤰

Belly taping is a way to alleviate some of that extra pressure, and give mommas to be a little extra support! 💪

Questions about how a chiropractor can help during pregnancy? Send me a message, or visit the link in my bio to book.

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I am very happy that I am surrounded by many strong, amazing women. All of these incredible humans have supported my dreams, taught me that anything is possible, and made my world a better place ❤ If you are lucky to know them, all of these ladies are kind, thoughtful, and supportive , and I am thankful for each and every one of them ❤ Love you all!

The theme for this year's International Women's Day is "Choose to Challenge". Empower those around you to believe that they are capable of more than they ever dreamed of ❤ Shoot for the moon, and chase those dreams. Every moment of adversity provides an opportunity for growth. Surround yourself with those who challenge you, and enrich your life ❤

What's a referral, and why is it important? 🤔 🤷

The first thing that many think of with the word referral is a referral from a doctor, to visit your local chiropractor. That kind of referral is amazing, but there's another way to refer! 👩‍⚕️

A great way to refer someone is by telling friends and family about practitioners that you've had a great experience with. Give the gift of health to those you care about- a referral of friends and family is truly a wonderful thing. ❤ 🎁

It truly means the world to practitioners, and helps the people you love to achieve their optimal level of health! Had a great experience? Shout it from the mountaintops! Let your practitioner know, leave a review, or tell a friend! 🗣

Questions? Feel free to reach out, or visit the link in my bio to book!

✨Let's talk microtrauma!

✨Say someone bends down to tie their shoes and injures their back. Why would this motion hurt their back? We bend down hundreds of times a day, from putting on our socks, to petting a dog. What's different about that one time?

✨Microtrauma! What is it? Microtrauma is a small amount of damage that can happen to our body. Things like postural stress or repetitive motion are great examples. These are not significant amounts of damage initially, but they build up as time goes on.🤕

✨Why is there no pain right away? There does not necessarily have to be pain in order for dysfunction to be present. Think of it like the straw that broke the camel's back- the camel may be fine with 999 straws, but the 1000th one causes the injury! 🐫

Visit https://linktr.ee/dr.shannon to book! Let's get you moving well, and out of pain!

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Who should be seeing a chiropractor?

EVERYONE 👶🙋👩‍🦱🤰🧓

Chiropractic care has a variety of benefits for all ages. These can include decreases in pain, increases in ranges of motion, and even enhanced function. 💪🏃🤸

Wait, even for kids? 🤔 Kids need spines that are functioning well, just as much as adults! For infants and young children, you use about as much pressure as you would checking the ripeness of a tomato at the grocery store! 🍅 An adjusting tool can also be used to provide specific, low force adjustments.

An adjusted spine is a happy spine! Just look at that smile! 😃 Visit https://linktr.ee/dr.shannon to book!

✨Do you suffer from neck pain, headaches, or stiffness? Have you considered a visit to the chiropractor? Incredible changes can occur with chiropractic care!

✨First things first, where does this pain come from? Essentially, the muscles in your neck attaching to individual vertebrae have become tight. This can result in pain, and restricted motion. This can be due to injury, overuse, or postural stresses.

✨What can a chiropractor do? A chiropractor will adjust these restricted areas. An adjustment is a specific, low force manipulation. This is meant to decrease pain, restore motion, and decrease muscle tension.

✨Questions? Send me a message, or visit https://linktr.ee/dr.shannon to book!

Baby it's cold outside! ❄️ Winter sure makes me want to stay inside where it's warm, but it's important to keep active even when it's cold outside!

It doesn't have to be a complicated, it can be as simple as taking a walk outside! 🚶anything to get the heart pumping!

Make sure to wear lots of layers when you go outside, watch out for slippery areas, and wear the proper equipment for any winter sports!

Need a chiropractor for those winter aches and pains? Had a slip and fall? Just looking for wellness care through the lockdown? Come see Dr. Gow! Visit the links in my bio to see my locations and availability! Have a safe and happy winter! 🥰

🧐 Wait... A chiropractor, isn't that scary for kids?

🥰 No way! A visit to see Dr. Shannon is fun, interactive, and can even involve free stickers at the end! Most children enjoy the visit, as you can see with my little helper here, who has taken an interest in all things doctor!

🚶🏃🤸 When should you bring a child to the chiropractor? Big moments of transition in a child's life are especially important, like after birth, transitioning to crawling, and transitioning to walking. Chiropractic care ensures that your child's nervous system is functioning properly. This helps to promote healthy growth of their brains and bodies.

Interested? Send me a DM, or visit my bio to book!

The time leading up to Christmas during a pandemic can mean a lot of different things. It could be hunching over a laptop trying to finish those last little bits of work before the holidays, or wrapping a ton of Christmas gifts for friends and family. I always find that I catch myself sitting very hunched over, making sure the wrapping paper sits just right! 🎁 Slouching forward puts unecessary stress on the spine, and can eventually lead to injury.

Take the time to give yourself a gift this holiday season- the gift of health! 🎁 Try not to neglect that spine- Santa and his elves couldn't do their jobs with sore backs, so neither should you! 🎅

Book an appointment with me at https://rechargeandplaywellnesscafe.janeapp.com/ ! Let's make sure you have a happy, healthy holiday season! 🎄🎁🎀