Posts by Hogle Chiropractic

Don’t Ignore That ‘Click’: What Popping Joints Really Mean

Popping, clicking, or cracking sounds from your joints may seem harmless—maybe even satisfying—but they can tell a deeper story about your spinal health. At Hogle Chiropractic, we help patients understand what these noises mean and when it’s time to take them seriously.

When a joint “pops,” it often means gas bubbles are being released in the synovial fluid that lubricates your joints. This is usually harmless and temporary. However, when joint noises become frequent, accompanied by pain, stiffness, or a feeling that something is “off,” it could signal a deeper issue.

In many cases, clicking joints—especially in the neck, back, or shoulders—stem from misalignments in the spine. These misalignments, known as subluxations, affect how the joints move and how the nervous system communicates with the rest of the body. Over time, subluxations can lead to muscle imbalances, joint degeneration, and chronic pain.

Your spine is the foundation for healthy movement. When it’s out of alignment, the rest of the body compensates, leading to extra stress on joints. That “click” may be your body’s way of saying, “Pay attention—something needs fixing.”

Dr.Hogle often sees athletes and active individuals who ignore these signs until discomfort escalates. He understands the impact of spinal misalignment on joint health and performance. Regular chiropractic adjustments restore motion, reduce inflammation, and prevent long-term damage before it begins.

If you notice persistent popping in your neck, shoulders, knees, or hips—especially with pain, tightness, or reduced range of motion—it’s time for a chiropractic evaluation. We’ll assess spinal alignment, joint integrity, and muscular balance to identify the root cause.

Don’t let joint noises go unchecked. Chiropractic care offers a proactive approach to maintaining joint and nervous system health. When your spine is in proper alignment, your body moves better, feels better, and functions at its best.

Clicking joints may be common, but they’re not always normal. Let’s figure out what your body is telling you—before it gets louder.

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How Flip-Flops and Sandals Affect Your Spine

Flip-flops and sandals may be summer staples, but most people don’t realize just how flip-flops affect your spine. These light, open shoes may feel comfortable, but they often lack the support your body needs, and that can lead to real problems from the ground up.

Your feet are your foundation. When they don’t have the right support, your entire posture can shift. Flip-flops and flat sandals offer little to no arch support, heel cushioning, or shock absorption. This causes your foot to work harder to stay stable with each step, often leading to changes in your gait, like shorter strides, inward foot rolling, or tight calf muscles. These small changes travel up the kinetic chain and can cause misalignment in your knees, hips, and spine.

Over time, people who wear unsupportive footwear regularly may develop lower back pain, hip discomfort, or neck tension. If you already have spinal misalignments, flip-flops can make things worse, especially when combined with long periods of standing, walking, or carrying bags while on vacation.

So, what can you do? Start by limiting your time in flat sandals and choosing supportive shoes for walking or long outings. Look for sandals with contoured footbeds, heel support, and arch structure. If you love the feeling of open shoes, consider orthotic flip-flops designed for better alignment.

At Dr. Hogles’ chiropractic office, we help patients identify the hidden causes of discomfort, including issues that start with your feet. Chiropractic adjustments can restore proper alignment to your spine, reduce pain, and help your body move more naturally, even if you’ve spent years in less-than-ideal footwear.

This summer, enjoy your favorite shoes in moderation—but don’t ignore what they might be doing to your spine. Your back, hips, and feet are all part of the same system, and when one part is off, the rest feels it too.

Want to walk through summer pain-free? Schedule an appointment with Dr. Hogle and let’s keep your spine supported from the ground up.

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The Connection Between Spinal Health and Mood

When most people think of chiropractic care, they think of relief from back or neck pain. Dr. Hogle understands that spinal health is deeply connected to how you feel, both physically and emotionally. A properly aligned spine supports not just your posture, but your nervous system, and that system plays a key role in regulating your mood.

Your spine protects your spinal cord, which serves as the main communication highway between your brain and the rest of your body. When vertebrae become misaligned (known as subluxations), they can interfere with nerve signals. This interference doesn’t just cause discomfort—it can disrupt how your brain and body communicate, which may contribute to irritability, fatigue, anxiety, or even depression.

We’ve seen patients walk in feeling low or drained and leave with a renewed sense of clarity and calm. It’s not magic—it’s neurology. Adjustments restore balance and reduce tension on the nervous system. With improved nerve flow, your body can regulate hormones like cortisol (stress hormone) and serotonin (feel-good hormone) more efficiently.

Summer is an ideal time to check in on your emotional and physical balance. Between family schedules, increased activity, and the general busyness of life, stress can easily pile up. Regular chiropractic adjustments help relieve that tension and support your body’s natural ability to self-regulate.

Dr. Hogle works with patients of all ages to improve their spinal health and mood. Not just alignment, but function and overall wellness. If your mood has felt off, your energy low, or your stress high, your spine may be contributing more than you realize.

Chiropractic care is about helping you feel and function your best, from the inside out. And when your spine is aligned and your nervous system is clear, your body and brain work in sync. That means better movement, brighter moods, and a more balanced life.

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Ready to realign your mood and your spine?
Schedule a visit with Dr. Hogle today and experience the mind-body connection in action.

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Heat, Hydration, and the Spine:

Summer is a great time to stay active, but heat and dehydration can sneak up fast, and they have a bigger impact on your spine and nervous system than you might think.

I know how easy it is to overlook hydration when you’re on the move. But here’s the truth: your spine needs water just as much as your muscles do. Each disc between your vertebrae is like a shock absorber, made mostly of water. When you’re even slightly dehydrated, those discs lose cushioning, and that leads to stiffness, discomfort, and strain on the nervous system.

Your nervous system is what controls every function in your body, from digestion and immune response to body temperature and focus. It runs through the spine, and when spinal alignment is off, especially during high-activity, high-heat months, your body can’t communicate clearly between the brain and body. That’s when fatigue, brain fog, or even old injuries start to creep in.

Whether you’re training, working outside, or chasing kids at the beach, summer stress on the spine is real. Muscles fatigue faster in heat. Posture slips when you’re tired. And let’s face it, long drives or summer travel don’t exactly promote good spinal alignment.

At our office, we focus on optimizing your function from the inside out. Regular chiropractic adjustments help restore spinal alignment so your nervous system can stay sharp, responsive, and strong. That means better energy, fewer aches, and improved performance, whether you’re an athlete or a busy parent trying to keep up.

So here’s your summer wellness checklist:
✔ Stay hydrated all day—not just after a workout
✔ Stretch and move mindfully in the heat
✔ Keep up with your adjustments to support your spine and nervous system

When you give your spine what it needs, everything else starts to feel easier. Let’s keep you in motion and feeling great all summer long.

Schedule your summer adjustment today with Dr. Hogle and stay strong, balanced, and energized—no matter how hot it gets.

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