by drbo@smartpainsolutions.com | Jan 10, 2019 | All, Blog Posts, General
What’s new in 2019 for DOT physicals? The biggest change this year has to do with exemptions for people with diabetes. Below is a link to the new legislation that I have summarized here. The new legislation was announced on October 19, 2018 and went into effect...
by drbo@smartpainsolutions.com | Sep 17, 2018 | All, Blog Posts, General, Low Back Pain, Neck Pain
Chiropractic Treatment after an Auto Accident? A person’s first instinct after an auto accident is usually to get checked out at a local Emergency Room. Since our chiropractic office is located in Bridgeton, Missouri we most commonly see patients after...
by drbo@smartpainsolutions.com | Aug 22, 2018 | Blog Posts, General, Low Back Pain, Pregnancy
As a chiropractor who works on many pregnant women, I am always observing postures and mechanics of soon-to-be and new moms. I often see pregnant women in St. Louis, walking around Creve Coeur Lake or Forest Park, holding their lower back or rolling-out their neck as...
by drbo@smartpainsolutions.com | Jul 27, 2018 | Blog Posts, General
For a third straight year, Smart Pain Solutions has been awarded “Best Chiropractor” in the Northwest Chamber of Commerce. Some are comparing Dr. Bo Andel and Dr. Sarah Rebello’s run of three straight wins to other great runs such as the Chicago Bulls’ dynasty of the...
by drbo@smartpainsolutions.com | Jul 5, 2018 | Blog Posts, General, Low Back Pain
Why we don’t recommend Sit-ups Summary: Sit-ups will wreck your back and a promote disc herniation. Solution: To build core strength, focus on bridge and plank-based exercises. When people say they do sit-ups regularly and are complaining of low back pain, stopping...
