Riutta Chiropractic

05/13/2026

An autoimmune disease is a condition in which the immune system attacks the body instead of defending it. If you have an autoimmune disease, your immune system is more active than it should be, attacking self-antigens, cells, and/or organs.

Common autoimmune diseases include Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), psoriasis, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), multiple sclerosis (MS), and type 1 diabetes.

Stanford Medicine scientists believe that the reason women experience more autoimmune disease than men is because of their double X chromosomes. Other researchers believe that the vast endocrinological (hormonal) changes that women experience in their lifetime may also play a role.

05/12/2026

1 year ago today I opened my doors to begin treating the members of our wonderful community.

Thank you to all the support and love I’ve received the past year. Here’s to many more years to come💙

05/07/2026

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States, responsible for the death of 1 in every 5 women.

Women have different symptoms, risk factors, and preventative strategies than men, which is important to know so that you can seek treatment when needed.

Often, heart disease can be asymptomatic (without symptoms); however, common symptoms include:
1. Dull/Heavy Chest Pain
2. Pain in the Neck, Jaw, or Throat
3. Pain in the Upper Abdomen or Back
4. Nausea and/or Vomiting
5. Excessive Fatigue

For women, heart attacks often feel like chest discomfort, upper back/neck pain, heartburn, fatigue, dizziness, and shortness of breath. If you are experiencing these symptoms, please call 9-1-1 immediately.

Risk factors for heart disease include high blood pressure, high cholesterol (LDL), smoking, diabetes, excessive weight, an unhealthy diet, physical inactivity, stress, and depression.

It’s estimated that 45% of women in the United States have high blood pressure, and according to the National Institute of Health, only 23% of women with high blood pressure have it properly under control.

05/07/2026

Need a last minute Mother’s Day gift for mom?

Stop by and get a massage gift certificate!!

May 10th is Mother's Day!

This year, don't buy your mom something random. Instead, gift her a massage!!!

Call or text Patrick at (315)767-0488, or stop by the office to purchase a gift certificate

05/04/2026

To kick off Women’s Health Month, let’s go over some recent studies and statistics!

1. In 2024, the leading causes of death for women was heart disease, cancer, & stroke.

2. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reported that from 2021 to 2023, 41.3% of women 20 years of age or older were obese. They also found that 44.6% of women 18 years of age or older had high blood pressure or were taking high blood pressure medication.

3. The 2020, the National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) found that only 20.4% of women in the US met the guidelines for both aerobic and muscle-strengthening exercises. Aerobic guidelines are 5 hours/week of moderate intensity exercise. Muscle strengthening guidelines include moderate movement of all major muscle groups at least 2x/week.

4. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States, responsible for the death of 1 in every 5 women.

5. 1 in 5 women are at risk for Alzheimer’s Disease.

6. Autoimmune disease affects 25-31 million Americans, 80% of whom are women.

7. Breast cancer is the most common malignancy among women; however, lung cancer is the most common cause of cancer death among women.

8. According to the Center Forward, the US is currently ranked as one of the most challenged industrialized countries in the world for maternal health. The current maternal mortality rate, according to the CDC, is 18.6 deaths per 100,000 births, and black mothers face a mortality rate 3.5x higher than white women.

05/02/2026

May 10th is Mother's Day!

This year, don't buy your mom something random. Instead, gift her a massage!!!

Call or text Patrick at (315)767-0488, or stop by the office to purchase a gift certificate

05/01/2026

May is Women’s Health Month!!!

What is Women’s Health Month? It’s a month where we highlight a wide range of physical and mental health concerns unique to women!

The goal is to:
- Raise awareness regarding conditions such as cancer, reproductive health, & heart disease.
- Empower individuals to prioritize their health and advocate for their own care.
- Emphasizes the importance of education and empathy, helping to validate experiences that are often overlooked in healthcare settings, such as endometriosis or atypical heart attack symptoms.

Throughout May, I’ll share information related to Women’s Health, so stay tuned!

04/19/2026

An incredible weekend at Mohegan Sun for the Spring 2026 NYSCA Convention

04/18/2026

Beyond honored to be awarded New Practitioner of the Year by the New York State Chiropractic Association.

Thank you to my patients, family, colleagues, & mentors. I couldn’t do it with out you💙

04/17/2026

We are out of the office today!!!

All calls and emails will be returned on Monday, April 20th

04/03/2026

I love sharing what I do with others💙

3rd and 4th grade finished up their Human Body unit by speaking with Dr. Riutta, a local chiropractor!

Thank you Dr. Riutta! ❤️ Students loved learning from you!