Hi. Dr. Chris Tomshack here, the founder of HealthSource.
 And about those 5 LIES I mentioned in my online letter—they really ARE dangerous.
 They can keep you frustrated, hurting, and exhausted forever.
 That’s why it’s so important to use tried-and-true methods that have worked for decades—and COMBINE them with modern discoveries like we do at HealthSource. In this 5-part series, these are a few of the strategies and secrets I’ll reveal: 1) “Rock” Your Pain Away; 2) Back Pain Quiz & the Truth about ICE; 3) Pain Relief and Tennis Ball Magic; 4) Your “Tenderloin”: Master Muscle for a “Super Back”!, and finally; 5) Hamstring Miracles & Myths.
 And of course, we’ll also dig into, “What everyone wants to know about back pain, but are afraid to ask.” That will be in the 3rd letter of this series.
  OK, here’s the first secret…and a little disclaimer. Since I’m not right there with you, I’ll give you my best “distance” strategies. But if anything hurts—STOP—and call us at xxx xxx xxxx. There may be something serious going on. Or you can click this link, www. Xxxxxx , and be directed to your closest HealthSource doctor.
 So here we go—and don’t dismiss this first “trick” because it’s so simple. It’s called the Pelvic Rock—and I’m NOT talking about wiggling like pelvis-Elvis. No, this one is done slowly, lying on your back on the floor (carpet preferable), with your thigh straight up, your knee bent at 90° and the back of your calf lying on a chair or couch—parallel to the floor.
 OK, now GENTLY flatten the small of your back against the carpet—and I said gently!! You’ll feel your stomach muscles working as you flatten. If doing so is pain-free, hold for a count of 3, then relax. Repeat 5 times and rest for a couple minutes. Then do it again a few hours later.
 Too simple? Don’t scoff. There are a lot of VERY complex processes going on here. You’ve just positioned your vertebra, discs, nerves and muscles for optimal stress relief. This allows better blood flow and removal of nasty inflammatory chemicals. It also starts activating your abs (the “six-pack” muscles) which are critical for low back health. You may not experience a miracle, but you’ll probably notice a little less tension—that you’re not so stiff—that the ache isn’t quite as bad. And one more thing…
 DO NOT USE HEAT! I’ll answer the BIG questions about heat and cold in the tomorrow’s letter. For now, just try the simple Pelvic Rock—gently—a few times a day. Most people start getting some relief, but of course, it’s just one part of the treatments we use in our offices—a stepping stone to our famous spine balancing and strengthening exercises.
 That’s all for now. We sincerely hope you’re feeling better, and I’ll send you another strategy tomorrow—and a short QUIZ to find out more about your back. Talk to you then.
 Dr. Chris Tomshack, for HealthSource Chiropractic and Progressive RehabTM
P.S. Right now is a good time to call about our Complimentary Community Service Screening. It’s a $17900 offer—but complimentary for a limited time. Click here for a HealthSource doctor near you xxxxxx