Headaches can be a frustrating and debilitating experience, especially when the root cause is unknown. Whether it's a dull ache or a sharp pain, headaches can interfere with daily activities, affect mood, and decrease quality of life. When one experiences headaches with no apparent cause, it can be particularly frustrating as it's difficult to know [...]
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. [...]
To understand neck pain is to understand how the neck is structured. The Neck The neck is made up of vertebrae the runs the length of the back of your skull to your upper torso. In between each vertebrae are cervical discs. The cervical discs serve the purpose of absorbing shock. In addition, there is [...]
It’s summertime! For many of us, that means we are traveling, exploring, more active, enjoying outdoor sports like swimming, water skiing, paddle boarding, kayaking and more! With all of this extra activity, it can mean injuries may pop up more than expected; especially when we use muscle groups that are not commonly engaged. Prevention is [...]
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 [...]
Don’t let yours be about pain! As kids we saw summer as that long needed break from school and homework. As kids we took advantage of lazy days at the beach or pool, sports camps and family vacations! As adults we embrace the extra free time with our families and enjoy participating in outdoor activities. [...]
Did you know that at least two-thirds of people will encounter neck pain at some point. It seems like a high number doesn’t it? If you think about it, we often take our bodies for granted, putting it through rigorous trials. We often do not realize the stress that we put on our bodies. Think [...]
