What do you do when you have a headache? How do you cure it? If you are like most Americans, you will either visit the doctor or reach for an over-the-counter medicine with the hopes of “fast, effective relief.” It is estimated that 9 out of 10 Americans suffer from headaches across all pain thresholds. …
Mindfulness and Meditation Throughout the past year, the idea of “mindfulness” has entered the mainstream – and not just within the yoga community. From my first glance at the word, I assumed it referred to using the power of your mind, or being more thoughtful of your choices. However, through researching and receiving some expert …
et to rolling! We see them everywhere: at the gym, grocery store, definitely if you have been into our office. So why are foam rollers so popular? From Painful to Preventative I started experiencing knee pain after picking up running again, and was not sure what to do until I had my first visit at …
The Disappearance of Trans Fat Three years from now, the entire food industry will be changed – fortunately, it is for the better. The US Food and Drug Administration released a statement last month that as of 2018, food companies will no longer be able to use trans fat in any of their food. This …
Imagine how you communicate your pain to another person. It’s simple, you tell them or show them that you are in pain. Now think about how an infant or child can communicate their pain with you. The most obvious form is through crying. However, because children cry for a number of reasons, it is easy …
Are all processed foods created equal? More and more, the words “processed” and “GMO” have been demonized in lieu of “all-natural” and “organic.” But are these just marketing ploys or are we justified for favoring an organic apple over a non-organic one? There is no blame here. It is difficult to decipher the thousands of …
You hear it all of the time, “stand up straight!” or “don’t slouch!” Since elementary school, these phrases have urged us to correct our posture. Why? Posture affects how our bodies move, perform everyday activities and the health of our spine. Bad Posture Can Be Corrected Many factors affect your posture. Whether it be driving …
Summer is right around the corner and despite the unusually wet weather we have had during May, the sun is on it’s way ensuring more time spent outside. This includes taking your workouts outside as well! Though this fills me with excitement, I also understand the fear of the impact aerobics such as jogging and biking have on …
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It seems like standing desks are becoming more and more popular these days. In fact, many offices worldwide have adopted them to promote good health. But are they truly beneficial? If you think of it simply, humans are made to be active. How do you feel after sitting for eight hours every day? A sedentary …
In this article, I will give you some guidelines and hopefully a different perspective with which to view pain, including neck and lower back pain. My patients often ask me when they can expect their lower back pain to go away. My response is always a bit vague because I don’t view pain as …