Spinal Mobility Work You Can’t Ignore We all know the importance of self-love and self-care by showing some love to our bodies! And while chocolate is a solid choice (let’s be real), how about showing your spine a little love too? Yes, you read that right—spinal mobility is one of the best ways to keep
Sneaky Ways to Get More Movement and Exercise Into Your Day (No Gym Required!) We all know that regular exercise is a game-changer for our health. It keeps your heart happy, reduces stress, boosts your mood, improves your energy, and even helps you sleep better. In fact, experts recommend adults get at least 150 minutes
Ah, winter—time for cozy blankets, hot chocolate, and an extra-long Netflix binge (because, why not?). But let’s be real, winter can also feel like a big ol’ blanket of meh sometimes. Between the cold weather, darker days, and the holiday stress, it’s no surprise that many of us end up feeling a little off. If
How Chiropractic Can Help You Live Pain-Free Low back pain (LBP) is one of the most common complaints we hear, and for good reason—it’s a pain in the, well, back! Whether it’s from poor posture, sitting too long, lifting the wrong way, or even the natural changes that come with pregnancy, low back pain can
Breaking Down the Importance and Benefits of Mobility In the fitness world, we are often told to push ourselves harder, faster, and stronger. Admist all the physical hustle, we overlook a quiet aspect of our physical health that works behind the scenes, our mobility. You may have heard the saying “move well to move more.” What does
Let’s talk about your cervical spine, the crucial collection of bones and joints that help you do everything from nodding “yes” to dodging a low-hanging branch when you’re walking down the sidewalk (vital life skill to have). If you’ve ever caught yourself craning your neck after a long day at the desk or trying to look
We aren’t referring to the clothing store. Heat-related illnesses are a critical public health concern in the United States. According to the CDC, about 658 people die annually from heat-related causes in the United States. As our climate changes and things begin to warm up, we may start to see a larger increase in heat-related illnesses. Lately, I’ve
Breaking Down Overtraining Syndrome The Downside to Exercise Exercise has so many benefits but there are some very negative side effects of too much exercise. I’m not giving you permission to avoid exercise entirely and binge-watch every episode of The Office (even though that sounds like a dream to me), but there needs to be a
How it works Cold therapy, also known as cryotherapy, works by reducing blood flow to a particular area, which can significantly reduce inflammation and swelling that causes pain, especially around a joint or a tendon. Cryotherapy can temporarily reduce nerve activity, which may also result in pain relief. Types of Cryotherapy There are a number