Learn about Chiropractic care, mental health, and Dr. Derek's personal journey toward a healthier lifestyle

by Dr. Derek Larsen, DC | December 22, 2022
If you're an athlete or the parent of an athlete, you know that maintaining top performance is key to success. Chiropractic care is one important way to help athletes achieve their best.
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by Dr. Derek Larsen, DC | November 28, 2022
If you use a computer for work or spend a lot of time on your phone or tablet, then you may be at risk for developing carpal tunnel syndrome. This is a condition that affects the nerves in the hands and wrists and can cause pain, tingling,...
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by Dr. Derek Larsen, DC | October 12, 2022
Do you slouch when you sit? Do you have a bad habit of resting your chin on your hand? If so, you're not alone. Many people have poor posture without even realizing it and many also realize it but dont do anything to change! What you may no...
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by Dr. Derek Larsen, DC | September 20, 2022
The winter months in Alaska can be tough. The weather is cold and dark, and it can be hard to get out of bed in the morning. Here are 7 ways to stay healthy during the winter months in Alaska!
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by Dr. Derek Larsen, DC | September 9, 2022
Tension headaches are the most common type of headache, and they can be very debilitating. Most people reach for medication, but there are effective ways to relieve tension headaches without it.
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by Dr. Derek Larsen, DC | August 10, 2022
When you are looking for a chiropractor, it is important to find one that is right for you. There are many different chiropractors out there, and each one has their own style and approach. If you don't choose the right chiropractor, you may...
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by Dr. Derek Larsen, DC | July 26, 2022
Pregnant women often seek chiropractic care for prenatal health concerns. Chiropractors are specially trained to treat pregnant women, and they offer a number of benefits that can help make the pregnancy and delivery process smoother. In th...
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by Dr. Derek Larsen, DC | June 25, 2022
Vitamin D and Omega threes! Two of my most recommended supplements. I love recommending them because the best way to get them is through sunshine and eating our beautiful Alaskan salmon.
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by Dr. Derek Larsen, DC | June 15, 2022
Alright, it's story time again. This time I want to talk about one of the reasons I became incredibly excited about becoming a chiropractor aside from my initial experience due to back pain.
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by Dr. Derek Larsen, DC | June 3, 2022
When I look across the internet for information about health and wellbeing I always seem to find information about how it is beneficial to decrease inflammation. Much of this information points to inflammation as the cause of many health issues.
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by Dr. Derek Larsen, DC | May 17, 2022
At Happy Family Chiropractic, we take pride in our ability to transform lives through effective chiropractic care. Today, we're excited to share the success story of our friend Jasz.
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by Dr. Derek Larsen, DC | May 14, 2022
Over the last couple of months, I have had a few people come in and ask about concussions and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). I am finally getting around to writing about concussions.
read moreWhether you're dealing with pain, recovering from physical stress, or just want to move and feel better, we'd love to meet you.