Dr. Bradley M. Shepherd, DC
Chiropractor | Nutrition
205 Boutz Rd Bldg #4 Las Cruces NM, 88005About
Dr. Bradley Shepherd is a Chiropractor and a certified functional medicine practitioner, practicing in Las Cruces, NM. Dr. Shepherd specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the neuromusculoskeletal system, while improving each patients functionality and quality of life. Conditions treated include sciatica, neck pain, and arthritis pain, among many others. He specializes in nutrition and functional medicine, with an emphisis on digestive problems. He offers meridian therapy. Dr. Shepherd seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine. He strives to improve the quality of life with each patient, whether through chiropractic treatment, or functional medicine.
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Logan University DC 2008
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4 Fiber Facts
Today’s blog post is all about fiber, and I've got four fiber facts for you. Some of these things you may already be familiar with, but hopefully, there's something new here for you.The first fact is that there are many different types of fiber. These different types of fibers can be broadly...
5 Tips for a Healthy Heart
Happy Heart Health Month! Yes, it is February, and, among other things, it is National Heart Health Month. Today, I want to share five tips that will help you improve and maintain a good healthy heart.The first thing you want to do, of course, is making sure that you're getting to see your primary...
Food as Medicine?
Before modern medicine, humans have had to rely on nature to stay healthy and treat disease. We have had to eat foods that benefit us, and avoid foods that hurt us. It has been increasingly difficult to do this in our modern, fast-food, convenience-food world. We have an abundant supply of...
Headaches
There are many causes of headaches. Some are stress-related, others may be due to allergies. They may be vascular in nature, or due to organ dysfunction. Dehydration could also be the cause. To make things even more confusing, it could be a combination of these or something different altogether....
What Is Detox?
What is detox? Is it necessary? Is it a good idea? What is the goal? Is it a scam? Does it work? All of these questions are legitimate and should be asked. I have seen many “detox” products that make claims that sound too good to be true. And most of the time, that is the case. So, how do we...
Immune System
Your immune system is complicated, it involves your genetics, blood, internal organs, trace minerals, major minerals, vitamins, chemistry, and more. Can you boost your immune system? Unfortunately, there is not a magic pill that can boost your immune system. There is not a supplement that you can...
Can a chiropractor help sternum pain?
That depends on the cause of the pain. A chiropractor should take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination to identify the cause of the pain before making treatment recommendations. READ MORE
Can chiropractors help fatigue?
A chiropractor who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination to uncover the cause of the fatigue may be able to help you or make an appropriate referral. Some things that a chiropractor may consider would be diet, lifestyle, habits, and things like that. READ MORE
Can playing too many sports cause rheumatic diseases?
Rheumatic diseases are typically auto-immune, meaning the body is attacking itself (and there are lots of rheumatic diseases). It has nothing to do with sports. HOWEVER, if your son is having wrist pain you should seek help from a practitioner that will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination. This will allow the health care professional to make a proper diagnosis and recommend appropriate treatment. READ MORE
What is the difference between a herniated disc and a bulging disc?
Think of jelly-filled donuts. If you squish the top of the donut, it will bulg out a bit. This is a disc bulge. If you squish it a bit more, part of the insides may come out. This is a herniation. This is a simplified analogy, but hopefully you get the gist of it. READ MORE
How can a chiropractor help a herniated disc?
As with any medical procedure or treatment there are no guarantees. Having said that, chiropractic treatment has a high success rate and a relatively low cost, compared with standard medical treatment. READ MORE
How long does it take for a herniated disc to reabsorb?
A long time, depending on many factors. READ MORE
Can a misaligned spine cause digestive problems?
The simple answer is... maybe. If you have a digestive problem, there could be many other factors involved. Seek a health care professional who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination in order to uncover the underlying issues. READ MORE
How do you treat a misaligned spine?
That depends on what you mean by a misaligned spine. Regardless, you need to find a qualified health care professional that will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination before treating. READ MORE
Can stretching alleviate your spinal pain?
Depending in what is causing your spinal pain, yes. If it is because of tight muscles, then yes, If there are other problems causing pain in your spine, like cancer, then stretching may or may not alleviate it. If you are having spine pain, please seek a qualified health care professional who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination before treating. A chiropractor is a good place to start. READ MORE
What will a chiropractor do for back pain?
A good chiropractor will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination to uncover the underlying problem to your back pain, make a proper diagnosis, and recommend appropriate treatment options. READ MORE
What is the best treatment for back pain?
That depends on the cause of the back pain. Pain is the body's signal that something is wrong. You should take her to a qualified health care professional who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination before treating. A chiropractor is a good place to start. READ MORE
Should I see a chiropractor for back pain?
Chiropractors have a high success rate and relatively low cost compared to standard medical treatment. You should seek a qualified health care professional who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination before treating. A chiropractor is a good place to start. READ MORE
Should I exercise with lower back pain?
That depends on the cause of your low back pain. You should seek help from a qualified health care professional who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination before treating. A chiropractor is a good place to start. READ MORE
What is making my spine hurt so badly?
That is a good question. You need to seek help from a qualified health care professional who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination, make a proper diagnosis, and recommend appropriate treatment. A chiropractor is a good place to start. READ MORE
What age should a child see a chiropractor?
Chiropractors treat patients of all ages. Most will vary their techniques based on the individual. You should see a chiropractor who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination before treating. READ MORE
Is chiropractic care good for kids?
Of course it is! In fact, there is about a 90% satisfaction rate from the parents. READ MORE
Can you become addicted to chiropractic cracks?
Most people know that they feel much better when the receive chiropractic treatment on a regular basis. I find that many patients can tell if they go too long or miss a regular treatment. I wouldn't call this an addiction, I'd call it a healthy lifestyle choice--much like going to the dentist for regular checkups. READ MORE
How long does a chiropractic adjustment take to work for scoliosis?
One chiropractic adjustment will not do much for a scoliosis. It may take many months of treatment, if it is treatable. There are many factors involved that determine if it's treatable, how long it will take, etc. Regardless, I recommend lifetime chiropractic treatment for scoliosis cases due to the stresses that it puts on the spine. Find a chiropractor who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination before treating. READ MORE
Does scoliosis make you walk weird?
Depending on the type and severity of scoliosis, it may alter your gait. READ MORE
Can a chiropractor help babies sleep?
Maybe. It depends on the reasons that your child is not sleeping. There are many factors involved. You should find a qualified health care professional who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination before treating. A chiropractor is a good place to start. If the chiropractors cannot help, they should make an appropriate referral. READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- A tissue-specific transcription enhancer from the Drosophila yolk protein 1 gene.
- Activation of the Mlvi-1/mis1/pvt-1 locus in Moloney murine leukemia virus-induced T-cell lymphomas.
- Structure of circular copies of the 412 transposable element present in Drosophila melanogaster tissue culture cells, and isolation of a free 412 long terminal repeat.
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- Lead guitarist in 90s Alternative Rock band
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