🎗️Breast Cancer Awareness: Chiropractic Support for Healing and Recovery

“You don’t need a cape to be a superhero—sometimes all it takes is a strong spine and a little support.”

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to celebrate survivors, honor fighters, and support those on their healing journey. Whether you're recovering from treatment, supporting a loved one, or simply trying to stay proactive with your health, you might be surprised to learn that chiropractic care can offer more than just back pain relief—it can play a key role in healing, energy restoration, and immune support.

As a Zone Technique chiropractic office, we’ve had the honor of working with women in all stages of health, including those navigating the road after breast cancer. But today, we want to go beyond the usual "get adjusted, drink water, take a walk" advice. (Yes, those are all great, but you’ve heard them a thousand times!) Let’s talk about three lesser-known, practical ways chiropractic care can support you or someone you love through healing and recovery.

1. Balancing the Emotional Zone: Because Healing Isn’t Just Physical

Most people don’t think to connect emotions and chiropractic—but Zone 1 of the Zone Technique focuses on the emotional centers of the brain. When trauma, fear, or grief lingers in the nervous system, it can throw off hormone balance, digestion, sleep, and even pain tolerance.

Through specific Zone adjustments, we help the brain “reboot” and reconnect with calm, clarity, and better emotional regulation. Patients often say they feel “lighter,” like a fog has lifted. And no, that’s not magic—it’s neurology. Balanced brain, balanced body.

Bonus tip: If your brain is overthinking and your body is under-sleeping, don’t reach for the PM pills. We’ve got better, natural support for that (more on that below).

2. Lymphatic Flow Support: The Drainage System You Didn’t Know You Needed

Radiation, chemotherapy, and surgery can disrupt the body’s natural detox and drainage systems. This often leads to swelling (especially lymphedema), fatigue, and brain fog that doesn’t budge—even after treatment is done.

Chiropractic care, especially Zone 6 (which targets the lymphatic and circulatory systems), can improve the natural flow of lymphatic fluids. Gentle adjustments to the neck, spine, and upper ribs—combined with specific Zone Technique protocols—can help the body detox more efficiently.

Think of it like giving your internal plumbing system a flush. (No wrenches required, we promise.)

3. Reconnecting Gut-Brain Communication: Your Second Brain Deserves a Tune-Up

Did you know up to 80% of your immune system is housed in your gut? After cancer treatments, many patients experience long-term gut changes—whether it’s constipation, sensitivity to foods, or just that “off” feeling.

Zone 4 (the digestive system) is all about optimizing gut function through nervous system balance. Regular chiropractic adjustments can help the brain and gut “talk” better, improving nutrient absorption, reducing inflammation, and restoring overall health.

We often recommend supportive nutritional tools (like probiotics, fiber blends, or magnesium) to help reinforce this process between visits. More on that below—but let’s shift gears and introduce someone very special to our practice!

Natural Alternatives to OTC Medications: The Healthier Side of the Medicine Cabinet

Let’s face it—most over-the-counter meds are just a temporary patch. They suppress symptoms without addressing the root cause, and they often come with side effects like drowsiness, digestive upset, or long-term liver stress. Yikes.

That’s why we love recommending natural alternatives that support healing without the baggage. A few of our current fall favorites:

• Bariatric Fusion Multivitamin Soft Chews (Watermelon Flavor)
  These chewable multivitamins pack a punch with high bioavailability, making them great for anyone recovering from illness or treatments that disrupt nutrient absorption. Plus, they taste good enough to make you look forward to your daily dose (yes, really).

• DFH Creatine Monohydrate Powder
  Don’t let the “gym bro” reputation fool you—creatine supports cellular energy and recovery in all bodies, especially when healing from illness or fatigue.

• Super Probiotic by DC Labs
  Helps rebuild gut flora post-treatment, supporting digestion, immune function, and even mood balance.

Want to know which one is right for you? Just ask—we love playing supplement matchmaker.

Hygiene & Diaper Drive: Supporting Simply Hygiene

This fall, we’re proud to partner with Simply Hygiene to collect essential hygiene items for those in need right here in our community. From October 1st through November 21st, we’ll be running a Hygiene & Diaper Drive at PCW, alongside our annual Bread of Life food drive (non-perishable food items).

We are accepting donations of:

• Body wash

• Men’s & women’s deodorant

• Diapers (sizes 3, 4, and 5)

• Conditioner & shampoo

• Toilet paper

Monetary donations can also be made directly through Venmo at: https://www.venmo.com/u/simplyhygiene

Over the past year, Simply Hygiene has distributed products to local domestic violence shelters, transitional housing, schools, homeless shelters, and hygiene pantries—helping ensure no one goes without these everyday essentials.

Together, let’s fill the shelves and uplift our neighbors. Every donation, big or small, makes a real difference.

Final Thoughts (and a Giggle)

Healing is serious work, but that doesn’t mean it has to feel clinical and cold. Around here, we believe in the power of a well-placed adjustment and a well-timed joke. (Laughter is medicine, after all.)

Q: Why did the skeleton bring a ladder to the chiropractor?
A: Because he heard his spine was out of alignment—and he wanted to step up his back game!

(He also said the office was “rib-ticklingly” good... but we think he was just being humerus.) 😄

Take Action Today

Whether you’re healing from breast cancer, supporting someone who is, or simply taking steps to live proactively and preventatively—we’re here for you.

✅ Schedule a Zone Technique assessment
✅ Pick up natural supplements that support your healing goals
✅ Or just stop in and say hello—we love seeing your face!

Call 316-686-2020 or click www.pomeroychiro.com to book your appointment today.
You’re stronger than you know—and your spine is too.

With support and spine-aligning vibes,
Dr. Pomeroy, Maddy, Emma, Misty & Jo
“Better health begins with balance—inside and out.”