It’s that time of year! Kids all over the country are gearing up for back to school! It is common to see people getting ready by purchasing new clothes, school supplies and even getting physicals. We believe one of the most important ways to prepare for back to school is to prepare your body and [...]
Summer is here and many of our favorite summer sports have kicked into full action! Some summer favorites like baseball, tennis, soccer, swimming, kayaking and more can cause some painful injuries. Some of the most common injuries we see in our practice during the summer include things like: Sprains Strains Tendonitis Bursitis Fractures To understand [...]
Acupuncture Awareness week takes place March 6 - March 12, 2017. The entire purpose of acupuncture week is to highlight the benefits of acupuncture, how it works and who can benefit from the treatment of acupuncture. The Benefits Acupuncture is an all natural, safe, non-pharmaceutical solution for many conditions and ailments people may suffer from. [...]
Chronic pain is relentless. Stress, environment, and emotional effects can overlay the original tissue damage in an injury, adding to the intensity and tenacity of the pain. How can one effectively manage pain and begin living again. Good news! There are many ways to work through pain and manage it naturally. Let’s explore some ways [...]
A staggering 100 million Americans or 1 in 5 people suffer from chronic pain on a daily basis! Understanding and Defining Chronic Pain Chronic pain is defined as pain lasting longer than 3 months and pain which does not respond to treatment. The pain can be caused from various different issues such as: arthritis, [...]
9 of the Most Powerful Life Changing Gifts YOU Can Give Yourself This Holiday Season! How often do you really celebrate you? This year, create a new tradition that is all about YOU! Many people have a hard time celebrating themselves and giving themselves gifts. This year, understand that giving to yourself is the best [...]
Fatigue, if you have experienced it, you know that it is more than just being tired. In fact, it is extreme exhaustion and weariness. Anyone who has experienced fatigue knows that it settles into your body and goes bone deep. Everything you do or attempt to do is a chore, even the most simple tasks! [...]
What is arthritis? The word arthritis comes from the Greek word anthrax with means “joint”. “Itis” is of Latin descent meaning “inflammation”. Therefore, the simplest definition of arthritis is that it is painful inflammation and stiffness of the joints. This pain and stiffness can worsen as you age. Fast Facts: May is National Arthritis Awareness [...]
Occupational Injury April 28, 2015 has been identified as World Day for Safety and Health at Work. The purpose of this day is to help raise awareness of how to create a safer work environment making for a more productive work force with a higher morale. Understanding Occupational Injury An occupational injury is bodily damage [...]
To understand how acupuncture can help relieve headaches and migraines, you must have a general understanding of how acupuncture works. Overall, acupuncture helps to relieve symptoms and signs of many health problems. It can also uncover the underlying root cause or causes of those symptoms. The Basics: Understanding Qi Qi energy flows through your [...]
