Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Setting Goals For 2013



We have all at some times our lives set a goal for ourselves.

It could have been getting an A on a test that you studied all week for or making the hockey team. One popular goal around this time of the year is to start going to the gym and live healthier January 1st. Goals are important to set and can be a very powerful way to achieve a lot in one’s life. Most of us who set goals really want to change. We sign up for that year membership at the local gym. We start going a few times a week in January. February comes around we
still go to the gym, but not as often. In March it gets warmer outside and we have more things going on in our lives. The voice in our head from back in January gets quieter. All of a sudden you realize you have not followed the plan from the New Year. 

I want to give you a few tips to help you succeed in your goals, not just the ones for the New Year, but all of your goals in life.


  1. Decide what you want or want to achieve.
  2. Be positive when stating your goals.
  3. Do not underestimate your capability; give your self a challenge.
  4. WRITE IT DOWN! (this is the most important)
  5. Affirm your goals; remind yourself out loud what you want to accomplish
  6. Stop procrastinating
  7. Review your goals on a regular basis.


Most people only think of their goal and never write it down. If it is something that is really important to you write it down and follow your progress on achieving the goal. Even if you only use a few of these tips when setting your next goal you will be miles ahead of the last time you set a goal.



If you have more questions about our services, contact us at 703-750-1177 or sign-up at www.RosaChiropracticAlexandria.com for a free consultation! 


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Wednesday, December 5, 2012

What is Referred Pain?

Referred Pain

Referred pain is pain that is felt in an area of the body that is different than the area that is injured, where you would expect the pain to be. The most well know form of referred pain is feeling pain in the left arm or shoulder when the actual cause is the heart during a heart attack. Other structures can refer pain such as muscles, joints and ligaments. These structures can refer pain to different areas of the body.


Another example that chiropractors deal with is headaches and migraines. 

In most cases the head/brain are not the source of the pain. The brain is not pain sensitive. The pain felt in the head is referred from the muscles and ligaments in the neck. It is important to consider referred pain when coming up with a diagnosis. I have dealt with cases of referred pain and have help a lot of patients with it.


If you have more questions about what referred pain is all about, contact us at 703-750-1177 or sign-up at www.RosaChiropracticAlexandria.com for a free consultation! 


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Tuesday, December 4, 2012

The Highly Sought after UFC Competition




RecoveryDoc athlete Mike Easton and his contender Raphael Assuncao
The competition will be held, Saturday, December 8th. Dr. Rick Rosa of Accessible Beltway Clinics has worked with professional fighter Mike Easton over the years.

Mike Easton UFC
All of the details about the fight and the players can be viewed on the UFC's website ---> http://bit.ly/TFNym5.
Dr. Rosa, a revolutionary leader in the field of sports chiropractic therapy,  has utilized his famed 6 Pillars of Recovery Program, with professional athlete Mike Easton over the years.

Watch Video of MMA Pro Mike Easton

Mike Easton lifts weight and talks about his recovery which was shortened by 50% of the estimated time after treatment by RecoveryDoc.

httpv://youtu.be/NpGWILn-80s

Dr. Rosa, a graduate of New York Chiropractic College, has devoted countless years to the study and integration of chiropractic medicine for recovery and sports. He consistently demonstrates his passion for the advancement of chiropractic medicine through continuous efforts in the education and training of both the chiropractic and athletic community on the essentials of chiropractic therapy and recovery.Video of MMA Pro Mike Easton as he lifts weight and talks about his recovery which was shortened by 50% of the estimated time after treatment by RecoveryDoc.

Dr. Rosa, the founder of RecoveryDoc, works with professional athletes— enabling them to train harder and recovery faster. He ensures athletes not only recover, but are able to perform better and train harder in preparation for the field.

RecoveryDoc’s Six Pillars of Recovery cover all aspects of recovery for injuries and training. The Six Pillars include; awareness of state, rest, play, nutrition, physical and psychological – ensuring professional athletes, recover faster and train harder.

The role of sports chiropractic care has greatly evolved over the past 20 years and Dr. Rosa plays an active role in the continual advancement.

Watch RecoveryDoc Athlete Mike Easton, Saturday, December 8th on Fox!

This is an event you don’t want to miss!