Music is power in lyrical form.  It has been known to lead men into battle, sell products and lull babies to sleep.  Present at all of our major milestones — from high school graduations to weddings and funerals — music is the soundtrack of our lives.

Best of all, however, notes Dr. Smith, are the wealth of studies singing the praises of music’s positive effect on health and well-being.

In 550 B.C., Greek mathematician and philosopher Pythagoras developed theories involving the use of music in healing (Integr Physiol Behav Sci 2000;35:199-207).  Centuries later, researchers continue to build on those concepts.

Dr. Smith supports music as part of the chiropractic lifestyle:  a way of life that focuses on preventing illness and disease by maximizing optimal wellness.

The following are just a few ideas to incorporate music into your life.

• Hold a family sing-a-long once a week.
• Learn to play a musical instrument.
• Take advantage of community concerts.
• Attend local high school and college musicals.
• Preform volunteer concerts at retirement communities.
• If you have a piano, call your local university’s music department and ask if any students need additional practice time (on-campus music rooms are often over-booked).