Support Your Liver and Gallbladder Naturally with Cholacol by Standard Process

May 18, 2026

The third week of May is here, and spring is in full swing across the beautiful hills of East Tennessee! At Elizabethton Chiropractic, this is one of our favorite times of year — a season of growth, activity, and renewed commitment to living well. Whether you are spending more time outdoors, getting back into an exercise routine, or simply trying to keep up with the demands of a busy spring schedule, your body deserves the very best natural care and support. Read on this week to discover how our services and whole food supplements can help you feel energized, pain-free, and ready to enjoy everything this wonderful season has to offer!

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Support Your Liver and Gallbladder Naturally with Cholacol by Standard Process

Your liver and gallbladder play critical roles in digestion, detoxification, and overall metabolic health — yet they are often among the most overlooked organs when it comes to proactive wellness. Cholacol by Standard Process is a whole food supplement specifically formulated to support healthy bile production and flow, promoting optimal liver and gallbladder function naturally.

What is Cholacol?

Cholacol is a whole food-based supplement from Standard Process that provides bile salts derived from purified bovine bile along with collinsonia root, a botanical known for its traditional use in supporting digestive and biliary health. Together these ingredients work to promote healthy fat digestion and support the natural detoxification processes of the liver and gallbladder.

Key Benefits of Cholacol

  1. Supports Healthy Bile Production and Flow Cholacol provides bile salts that support the liver's production of bile and promote its healthy flow through the bile ducts, which is essential for proper fat digestion and absorption.
  2. Promotes Fat Digestion Adequate bile is necessary for the emulsification and digestion of dietary fats and fat-soluble vitamins. Cholacol helps ensure that fat digestion is thorough and efficient, reducing digestive discomfort after meals.
  3. Supports Liver Detoxification Healthy bile flow is essential for the liver's ability to eliminate toxins and metabolic waste products from the body. Cholacol supports this critical detoxification pathway.
  4. Relieves Digestive Discomfort Many people experience bloating, gas, and discomfort after eating fatty foods due to sluggish bile flow. Cholacol helps address this underlying issue, promoting more comfortable digestion.
  5. Supports Gallbladder Health By promoting healthy bile flow and reducing bile stagnation, Cholacol helps support gallbladder health and may reduce the risk of bile-related digestive issues.
  6. Aids Fat-Soluble Vitamin Absorption Vitamins A, D, E, and K require adequate bile for proper absorption. By supporting healthy bile production, Cholacol helps ensure these vital nutrients are properly absorbed and utilized.
  7. Contains Collinsonia Root Collinsonia root has a long history of traditional use for supporting the health of mucous membranes in the digestive tract and promoting healthy vascular tone in the hepatic portal system.
  8. Whole Food Formula As with all Standard Process products, Cholacol is made from high-quality, minimally processed ingredients to ensure maximum bioavailability and effectiveness.

Who Can Benefit from Cholacol?

  • Those who experience bloating, gas, or discomfort after fatty meals
  • Individuals with sluggish digestion or poor fat absorption
  • Those looking to support liver and gallbladder health proactively
  • Patients who have had their gallbladder removed and need bile support
  • Anyone looking to enhance their body's natural detoxification processes

Cholacol by Standard Process is an excellent natural tool for anyone looking to support their digestive health, liver function, and overall metabolic wellness from the inside out.

Come by our office to pick up your Cholacol today, or click the link to order online and have it shipped directly to your door.


PEMF Therapy for Accelerating Sports and Exercise Recovery

Whether you are a competitive athlete, a dedicated weekend warrior, or simply someone who enjoys staying active, recovery is just as important as the workout itself. Pulse PEMF Therapy has become one of the most sought-after natural recovery tools for active individuals, helping the body bounce back faster, perform better, and stay injury-free.

What is PEMF Therapy?

Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) Therapy uses low-frequency electromagnetic waves to penetrate deep into muscles, joints, and tissues, stimulating cellular repair and enhancing the body's natural recovery processes. It is completely non-invasive, painless, and can be used safely by people of all fitness levels and ages.

How PEMF Therapy Accelerates Recovery

  1. Reduces Exercise-Induced Inflammation Intense physical activity causes microscopic muscle damage and inflammation. PEMF therapy reduces this inflammatory response, decreasing soreness and accelerating the transition from breakdown to rebuilding.
  2. Speeds Muscle Repair By stimulating cellular energy production and protein synthesis, PEMF therapy enhances the body's ability to repair and rebuild muscle tissue following exercise, leading to faster recovery and greater gains.
  3. Decreases Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness Many athletes and active individuals report significant reductions in the muscle soreness that typically peaks 24-48 hours after intense exercise when using PEMF therapy as part of their recovery routine.
  4. Improves Circulation to Fatigued Muscles Enhanced blood flow delivers more oxygen and nutrients to tired muscles while flushing out lactic acid and other metabolic waste products that contribute to fatigue and soreness.
  5. Supports Joint Recovery PEMF therapy reduces inflammation and promotes healing in the joints that absorb significant impact and stress during physical activity, helping to keep them healthy and pain-free.
  6. Enhances ATP Production PEMF therapy stimulates the mitochondria — the energy-producing organelles within cells — to produce more ATP, the body's primary energy currency. This cellular energy boost directly supports faster tissue repair and recovery.
  7. Reduces Recovery Time Between Sessions By accelerating the body's natural recovery processes, PEMF therapy allows athletes and active individuals to train more frequently and consistently without the setbacks of prolonged soreness or injury.
  8. Supports Injury Prevention Regular PEMF therapy keeps muscles, joints, and connective tissues healthier and more resilient, reducing the likelihood of overuse injuries and keeping you active and performing at your best.

Benefits of PEMF Therapy for Recovery

  • Faster muscle repair and reduced soreness
  • Decreased inflammation and joint stress
  • Enhanced cellular energy and tissue regeneration
  • Shorter recovery time between workouts
  • Improved long-term athletic performance and injury resilience

Whether you are recovering from a tough workout or looking to optimize your performance, Pulse PEMF Therapy at Elizabethton Chiropractic is a powerful natural tool to add to your recovery toolkit.

Contact our office to schedule your first PEMF session and experience the difference for yourself.


Gonstead Chiropractic for Hip Pain

Hip pain is a common and often debilitating condition that can significantly limit mobility, disrupt sleep, and interfere with daily activities. Whether your hip pain is caused by arthritis, bursitis, muscle imbalance, or spinal misalignment, the Gonstead Method of chiropractic care offers a precise and highly effective approach to finding and correcting the root cause of your discomfort.

What is the Gonstead Method?

The Gonstead Method is one of the most thorough and specific chiropractic techniques available. Through a comprehensive analysis of the spine and pelvis — using X-rays, instrumentation, and detailed hands-on examination — Gonstead practitioners identify the exact misalignments contributing to hip pain and deliver precise corrective adjustments to restore proper function and relieve discomfort.

How Gonstead Chiropractic Helps with Hip Pain

  1. Identifies Pelvic and Lumbar Contributors Many cases of hip pain are directly related to misalignments in the pelvis and lower lumbar spine that alter the mechanics of the hip joint. Gonstead analysis precisely identifies these spinal contributors.
  2. Corrects Pelvic Misalignment Pelvic imbalance is one of the most common causes of hip pain. Gonstead adjustments correct pelvic misalignment, restoring symmetry and reducing the uneven stress placed on the hip joint.
  3. Relieves Nerve Irritation Lumbar and sacral nerve roots supply the hip and surrounding muscles. Gonstead adjustments relieve pressure on these nerves, reducing the pain and muscle dysfunction that contribute to hip discomfort.
  4. Restores Proper Hip Joint Mechanics By correcting the spinal and pelvic misalignments that alter hip joint mechanics, Gonstead chiropractic helps restore normal, pain-free movement to the hip.
  5. Reduces Muscle Tension and Imbalance Spinal and pelvic misalignments cause compensatory muscle tightness and imbalance around the hip. Correcting the underlying misalignment allows these muscles to relax and function normally.
  6. Improves Range of Motion Reduced pain and improved joint mechanics translate directly into better hip range of motion, making it easier to walk, climb stairs, exercise, and perform daily activities comfortably.
  7. Addresses the Root Cause Rather than simply managing hip pain symptoms with medication, Gonstead chiropractic identifies and corrects the underlying structural cause, providing more lasting and meaningful relief.
  8. Safe and Non-Invasive Gonstead chiropractic offers a drug-free, surgery-free solution for hip pain that supports the body's natural healing processes.

Benefits of Gonstead Chiropractic for Hip Pain

  • Significant reduction in hip pain and stiffness
  • Corrected pelvic alignment and improved joint mechanics
  • Restored range of motion and mobility
  • Natural relief without medication or surgery
  • Long-term improvement in hip and spinal health

If hip pain is limiting your mobility and quality of life, Gonstead Chiropractic at Elizabethton Chiropractic can help you find the lasting relief your body deserves.

Contact our office to schedule an appointment and see what Gonstead Chiropractic can do for you.


BrainCore Neurofeedback Therapy for ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder affects millions of children and adults, making it difficult to focus, follow through on tasks, manage impulses, and succeed in school, work, and relationships. While medication is often the first line of treatment recommended, many families and individuals are actively seeking a natural, drug-free alternative. BrainCore Neurofeedback Therapy offers a scientifically supported solution that addresses the neurological root of ADHD.

What is BrainCore Neurofeedback Therapy?

BrainCore Therapy is a non-invasive, drug-free form of neurofeedback that uses real-time brainwave monitoring to identify and correct the brainwave dysregulation associated with ADHD. By training the brain to produce healthier patterns of activity, patients develop improved focus, impulse control, and cognitive performance that can last long after treatment is complete.

How BrainCore Helps with ADHD

  1. Identifies ADHD Brainwave Patterns Research consistently shows that individuals with ADHD produce an excess of slow theta brainwaves in the frontal lobes — the area of the brain responsible for attention, planning, and impulse control. A QEEG brain map precisely identifies these patterns.
  2. Trains the Brain Toward Better Focus BrainCore Therapy trains the brain to reduce excess slow wave activity and increase faster beta waves associated with focused, alert attention, directly addressing the neurological basis of ADHD.
  3. Improves Impulse Control As the frontal lobe brainwave patterns normalize through neurofeedback training, patients develop significantly better impulse control and the ability to pause and think before acting.
  4. Enhances Academic and Work Performance Improved attention and cognitive regulation translate directly into better performance in school and at work, with many patients and families reporting dramatic improvements in grades and productivity.
  5. Reduces Hyperactivity For those with the hyperactive presentation of ADHD, BrainCore Therapy helps calm the overactivated nervous system, reducing restlessness and the need for constant movement.
  6. Improves Emotional Regulation ADHD is frequently accompanied by emotional dysregulation — intense reactions, frustration, and mood swings. Neurofeedback training helps stabilize the brainwave patterns involved in emotional control.
  7. Drug-Free with No Side Effects Unlike ADHD medications, BrainCore Therapy carries no risk of side effects such as appetite suppression, sleep disruption, or mood changes — making it a particularly appealing option for children and parents.
  8. Produces Lasting Results Because BrainCore Therapy actually changes the brain's functional patterns, the improvements in attention and behavior tend to be lasting, with many patients maintaining their gains long after completing their sessions.

Benefits of BrainCore for ADHD

  • Improved focus, attention, and academic or work performance
  • Better impulse control and behavior regulation
  • Reduced hyperactivity and emotional dysregulation
  • A safe, natural, drug-free alternative to ADHD medication
  • Long-lasting neurological improvements

If ADHD is affecting your life or the life of your child, BrainCore Neurofeedback Therapy at Elizabethton Chiropractic may be the natural solution you have been searching for.

Contact our office to schedule your initial brain scan and see what BrainCore can do for you or your loved one.


 

Foot Levelers for Achilles Tendon Pain

Achilles tendon pain is one of the most common and stubborn lower leg complaints, affecting runners, athletes, and everyday individuals alike. The Achilles tendon — the largest tendon in the body — absorbs enormous forces with every step, and when foot mechanics are poor, the stress placed on this critical structure increases dramatically. Foot Levelers custom orthotics address the biomechanical root causes of Achilles tendon pain, providing meaningful relief and long-term protection.

What are Foot Levelers?

Foot Levelers are custom-crafted orthotic inserts individually designed based on a 3D scan of your unique feet. Unlike one-size-fits-all insoles, Foot Levelers support all three arches of the foot, correcting alignment, improving mechanics, and reducing the abnormal stresses that contribute to Achilles tendon pain.

How Foot Levelers Help with Achilles Tendon Pain

  1. Corrects Overpronation Overpronation — the inward rolling of the foot — is one of the primary mechanical contributors to Achilles tendon stress. Foot Levelers correct this misalignment, significantly reducing the tension placed on the tendon with every step.
  2. Reduces Tendon Loading By improving foot alignment and distributing forces more evenly across the foot, Foot Levelers reduce the excessive load placed on the Achilles tendon during walking, running, and standing.
  3. Provides Heel Support and Cushioning Custom orthotics provide targeted cushioning and support to the heel, reducing the impact stress that is transmitted directly to the Achilles tendon with each footfall.
  4. Improves Lower Extremity Alignment Proper foot mechanics positively influence the alignment of the ankles, knees, and hips, reducing the compensatory stresses throughout the kinetic chain that can aggravate the Achilles tendon.
  5. Supports the Healing Process For those recovering from Achilles tendinitis or tendinopathy, Foot Levelers reduce the mechanical irritation that prevents healing, creating a more favorable environment for tendon repair.
  6. Prevents Recurrence By addressing the underlying biomechanical causes of Achilles tendon stress, Foot Levelers help prevent the condition from returning once it has healed.
  7. Reduces Muscle Fatigue in the Lower Leg Proper foot support reduces the excessive muscular effort required to stabilize the foot and ankle, decreasing the fatigue in the calf muscles that contributes to Achilles tendon overload.
  8. Custom Fit for Your Unique Feet Because every person's foot structure and gait pattern is different, Foot Levelers are custom-made for each individual to ensure the most precise and therapeutically effective support possible.

Benefits of Foot Levelers for Achilles Tendon Pain

  • Reduced tendon stress and meaningful pain relief
  • Corrected foot mechanics and lower extremity alignment
  • Enhanced healing and prevention of recurrence
  • Decreased calf muscle fatigue and overload
  • Custom support for long-term Achilles tendon health

If Achilles tendon pain is keeping you from staying active and enjoying life, custom Foot Levelers from Elizabethton Chiropractic can make a real difference in your comfort, mobility, and long-term foot health.

Come by our office for your free foot scan and see how Foot Levelers can help you feel and move better every day.


Yours In Health,

Dr. Dennis & Your EC Team (Larry, Maggie & Zak)!

Office#: 423.542.3337 Txt#: 423.380.0877