Dr. Jeffrey Smith

08/21/2026

Do you know someone who might be part Neanderthal? Thought this was interesting.

Millions carry a Neanderthal gene that builds extra muscle—scientists just discovered how it works.

08/18/2026

Chronic upper back pain? Could be a number of conditions......

1) Referral from your cervical spine
2) Thoracic spine joint/disc pain
3) Rib that "slipped out"
4) Scapula Instability
5) Posterior Rotator Cuff muscle pain
6) Myofascial hypertonicity and pain
7) Visceral referral
8) Chronic postural pain

Often mistaken for muscle pain and commonly misdiagnosed.
Suffering from upper back pain...Call for an exam and evaluation.

08/17/2026

Are you taking GLP-1's.? You might want to read this article about drug interactions with other medications.

From pregnancies to Parkinson’s, scientists are only beginning to understand how weight-loss drugs might interact with other medicines.

08/17/2026

Rainy Day...Great time to spend stretching out those stiff and tight muscles that you have been putting off.

08/10/2026

Back from vacation in NH. Love it up there. We are open on Victory Day.

07/30/2026

https://www.f4cp.org/home-office-ergonomics-tips-to-avoid-injuries-2/

Even with return-to-office policy shifts, telecommuting is likely to stay. Recent data suggests that up to 30% of Americans work from home at least part of the time. That’s why it’s important to consider home office ergonomics to avoid repetitive stress injuries. If you telecommute, consider how...

07/27/2026

Beautiful summer weather. Today is the day to start your walking program...your spine will thank you.

07/23/2026

https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/diseases-and-conditions/common-knee-surgery-may-do-more-harm-than-good-10-year-study-shows/ar-AA27NjUh?ocid=hpmsn&cvid=6a61f79861514d6882dd39ac1b61ac31&ei=25

A Finnish study followed patients for 10 years after they had a popular knee surgery. For many, the pain continued or even worsened.

07/21/2026

Summer eating habits leading to better health and less systemic inflammation. EAT MORE FRESH VEGETABLES!

*Incorporate colorful vegetables for a range of nutrients.
*Aim for at least five servings of vegetables daily for optimal health.
*Choose locally sourced, seasonal vegetables
*Experiment with raw, steamed, or grilled preparations
*Pair vegetables with healthy fats, like olive oil, for better absorption
*Stay hydrated by incorporating vegetable-based smoothies into your diet.

07/14/2026

Are you a female over 40 who has pain traveling down the outside of your leg? Have you been told you have "sciatica"? But sciatica stretches and treatments are not helping? Then you could be suffering from hip bursitis or gluteal tendonitis. There are a number of conditions that cause pain to travel down the leg. I can help determine the cause of your pain and reduce your pain.