Inflammation is our body’s defense mechanism. When our body recognizes an issue, it will start to heal itself through inflammation. Your white blood cells will release chemicals into your blood which will increase the blood flow to an area in your body. This can cause redness, warmth, and/or swelling. Sometimes, it also causes pain. There...Read More
Dr. Holst’s SoftWave Story I have a bad left knee, my left knee. The problem started about 25 years ago and thank God it was more off than on. Occasionally I’d get a little hitch in my giddy-up and I’d have to set my knee. Or sometimes after sitting for a long period, it would...Read More
Let’s talk about posture. When you read that, did you automatically sit up straighter? When posture is on your mind, you naturally take steps to correct it. That’s great! It’s the exact thing we want, constant postural awareness. When we are standing or sitting, even sleeping. We want to have that postural awareness all the...Read More
Did you know that Dr. Holst is a certified Backsafe consultant? That means that he has undergone special training to help people who work in an industrial environment avoid injury. His training isn’t just for those who work in an industrial setting, it can be applied to anyone as they go about their day-to-day life!...Read More
With the lovely springtime weather, you are more likely to head outside and begin participating in fun activities. Whether that involves playing softball or tending to your garden, a sudden increase in strenuous activity is bound to put stress on a body that has been mostly sedentary for several months. Chances are you may even...Read More
35 Years! On December 27, 2021, I celebrated 35 years as a practicing Chiropractor serving Middletown, New York. I’m a practicing chiropractor. I believe in helping people find solutions for their pain by looking deeper to the root of their issues and making recommendations to help them live a healthier lifestyle. I believe in...Read More
For those who have been around our office for any length of time, you know that I frequently say that stress is what causes the conditions we treat at MHWC, although this is certainly also true for patients seeking traditional medical care. Stress is a three-dimensional problem. There is Physical Stress, Bio-Chemical Stress, and Emotional...Read More
Whenever we decide to change our lifestyle, add exercise to our regular routine, or make dietary changes for improved health, I am sure you might agree that your best results will be seen if we make an all-out commitment. Visualizing our intended goal and thinking about your end result are great strategies for our success....Read More
There are three-dimensions of stress: Mental, Physical & Chemical. If you are a fan of our Facebook live videos you know that lately, we have been focusing on posture and diet. If you are following along then we hope your physical stress is on the way to being handled. Similarly, our previous focus on detoxing...Read More
Dr. Holst’s ultimate goal is for all of his patients to achieve wellness. Why is wellness better than simply “getting better?” Wellness is your optimal health. Dr. Holst’s over 30-year experience has enabled him to look deeply into determining the real cause of your pain. “I always take the time to fully explain my findings to you. We want to go beyond making you feel better, while being mindful of your time and individual concerns.”
