Back or neck pain can disrupt your day and affect your performance or ability to focus. With time, pain may improve on its own, but ignoring the discomfort can be difficult and may worsen the problem. If you have back or neck pain, your health care provider may suggest non-drug therapies. There’s some evidence that […]
If this pandemic has made you a self-professed homebody, you could definitely benefit from a change of scenery. Spending time in nature helps you improve your physical and mental health, ward off illness, and actually make you happier! As the Father of Western Medicine, Hippocrates, once said, “Nature itself is the best physician.” Here are […]
There are few things better than a good massage, especially after a few weeks of tough workouts and/or enduring stress that makes you want to scream! Massage has been shown to reduce fatigue in cancer patients, to lessen the intensity of lower back pain, to boost the body’s immune system, and to lower both blood […]
When faced with setbacks and challenges, we’ve all received the well-meaning advice to “stay positive.” The greater the challenge, the more this glass-half-full wisdom can come across as unrealistic. It’s hard to find the motivation to focus on the positive when positivity seems like nothing more than wishful thinking. The real obstacle to positivity is […]
We hear the term ‘stress’ being thrown around so often, we may not realize that people mean different things when they’re discussing stress. Just what is stress? And what do people mean when they say they are stressed?? What Is Stress? The term ‘stress’ refers to the response you have when facing circumstances that force […]
Sciatica is the term used to refer to pain along the sciatic nerve, which extends from your lower back, through your hips and buttocks, and down both legs . The sciatic nerve branches from your lower back through your hips and buttocks and down each leg. Sciatica is a condition that occurs when this nerve, […]
Sometimes, you need to just stop and ponder……. “Self-reflection may help you attain greater motivation or identify your goals. It can make you feel content and calm you down. It can assist organization and planning, and can even be the action that starts a major change in your life.” Self-reflection helps you look at yourself […]
Overuse and misuse of cellular phones and other electronic devices are putting a strain on our bodies and causing repetitive stress injuries (RSI). Cell Phone Elbow: Cell phone elbow is derived from constant stress on the elbow and its surrounding structures. Posture plays a role in the impairment of the elbow from cell phone operation. […]
Relaxation isn’t only about peace of mind or enjoying a hobby. Relaxation is a process that decreases the effects of stress on your mind and body. Relaxation techniques can help you cope with everyday stress and with stress related to various health problems, such as heart disease and pain. And although massage is great for […]
Its winter and with the old weather comes cold and flu season. Add to that Covid 19, so keeping your immune system functioning at its best is crucial. The healthier your habits, the healthier your immune system. While our immune system has evolved to be extremely resilient there is a lot you can do to […]