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A new angle on relieving old muscle tension and pain

January 3, 2013

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by Roxann Christensen —  Amy could not turn her head without stirring up pain from an old gymnastic injury. Steve’s leg muscles had atrophied from his many foot injuries. Sally’s hands cramped so badly at night that the pain would wake her up. Ted was headed for carpal tunnel surgery, but wondered if there was […]

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Vibrational matching aids the healing process

January 1, 2013

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by Tara Howe —  Frequency specific microcurrent (FSM) is gaining a reputation for its usefulness in many arenas. As a massage therapist who has worked within the mainstream and the complementary medical communities, I find the possibilities for FSM not only staggering but profoundly rewarding, due to the success in patient treatment outcomes. FSM has […]

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Using backpacks properly

December 21, 2012

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Today almost all children own and carry a backpack and, unfortunately, put way too much weight in it, which can cause injuries to their bodies. • Choose the right size. Many young students wear adult-sized backpacks. Purchase a backpack at a hiking or camping store where the knowledgeable sales staff can help determine the correct […]

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When the game is over but pain is left

December 14, 2012

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by Dr. Paul Stallone —  For most fans, football is much more than a game. It may remind them of the quality time they spent with their own fathers and teammates, or it may have been the first time they were part of a team and felt pride in something bigger than themselves. Most men […]

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The many uses of hyperbaric oxygen therapy

November 15, 2012

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by Dr. Nael Dagstani —  Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) has many more uses than treating scuba diver decompression sickness, otherwise known as the bends. In fact, there are 13 FDA-approved uses for hyperbaric oxygen, and many more conditions have proven to be beneficially affected by HBOT. A recent landmark study conducted at the University of […]

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TurboSonic® vibration therapy: Cutting-edge technology

November 9, 2012

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by Dr. Barry Goldberg —  TurboSonic® whole-body vibration therapy provides a safe, effective way to excite human cells. This new Korean technology accelerates the body’s natural healing response, increases cellular oxygen, enhances cellular nutrient uptake, stimulates cellular fluid movement and facilitates cellular waste removal. As a result, new cells are more resilient, more vibrant and […]

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Tending the whole self through movement and attention

October 10, 2012

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by Katie Underwood —  Often when a person is tired, hurt or ill, he or she feels hopeless and worn out from constantly working hard to feel better. Pain and fear can take a big toll on enjoying life. Many people are finding that taking time to attend to oneself can be healing and revitalizing. […]

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“Rolfing saved my life”

October 2, 2012

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by Deanna Melnychuk —  The headline sounds melodramatic, doesn’t it? But this refrain is heard from rolfing patients, time and again. Saving my life can mean jogging without pain for a morning athlete, skiing on one’s 60th birthday instead of walking with a cane, moving with flexibility and ease for a senior citizen, running without […]

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The importance of warming up and cooling down

September 27, 2012

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by Scott White —  Like any machine, the body needs to get ready for use. Before you race a car, you rev the engine and warm it up enough so that it performs at its best. Similarly, our bodies need warming up before any major physical exertion, be it work around the house/office, athletic events […]

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Regenerative joint therapy optimizes joints

September 23, 2012

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by Dr. Paul Stallone —  Regenerative joint therapy (RJT), also known as prolotherapy, is a treatment for joint injuries and strains. Joint injuries are common and can lead to arthritis or joint diseases. Arthritis is caused by inflammation of the joint and is accompanied by stiffness, aches and pains from injuries, or strain on the […]

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Platelet rich plasma therapy

September 3, 2012

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by Dr. Fred G. Arnold —  Platelet rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a revolutionary new treatment that relieves pain by promoting long-lasting healing of musculoskeletal conditions. The healing properties of PRP therapy are attributed to the increased concentration of growth factors and secretory proteins that enhance the healing process on a cellular level. PRP therapy […]

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Screwing with your knee problems

September 2, 2012

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by Dr. Kenneth F. Muhich —  OK, now that I have your attention, allow me to explain the phrase “screwing with your knee.” A number of different joints in your body are connected to other joints by muscles, tendons and ligaments for support and movement. These joints have different names, such as facets in the […]

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Botox results without botulism

August 30, 2012

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by Beata George —  Botox®, the popular wrinkle plumper-upper, turned out to be more dangerous than advertised. Researchers discovered earlier this year that the botulinum toxin can travel from the injection site into the brain in lab animals. Whoops. It should not have come as a big surprise. Preclinical testing showed some evidence that the […]

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