If you have ever tried to lose weight, then you know it can be quite the battle to reach your weight goals. That battle isn’t all just mental either. Did you know that your body actually pushes back against weight changes? The body wants to hold onto weight and may go into starvation mode, holding […]
Chronic Conditions that Are Genetic
If you have a chronic condition, you may be wondering if it’s because of genetics or your lifestyle. There are many genetic conditions out there that can be debilitating and chronic to patients. Some can run in families, but this can also happen because eating and exercise habits also run in families. Find out what […]
Have Scientists Uncovered a Way to Prevent Osteoarthritis?
Researchers at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) in San Diego, CA, reveal that proteins called “FoxO” are key for joint health. By boosting the levels of these FoxO proteins, they believe that it might be possible to treat osteoarthritis (OA), or even stop the disease from developing, reports Medical News Today. Do you currently suffer […]
Diagnosing the Source of Your Carpal Tunnel
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) “affects between 3% and 6% of adults in the United States,” reports Medical News Today. Symptoms of CTS are frequent burning, tingling, or numbness in the hand and fingers. However, since these conditions can be linked with many other conditions, misdiagnosis occurs in over 50% of cases. Often the source of […]
Combat Your Arthritis with Stem Cell Therapy
Are you one of the 21 million Americans suffering from the debilitating, life-altering effects of arthritis? Stem cells can be delivered to your affected area via an injection to provide your joint the relief and regeneration it needs. Successful stem cell therapy for your arthritis will address your pain and improve your current quality of […]
Are You Aging Faster Because of Your Diet?
The link between nutrition and skin aging has been a topic of study for scientists for years and the connection between the two is undeniable. Your diet does play a role in how fast you age. Aging is actually chronic, low-grade inflammation. Some foods speed up this process because they trigger an inflammatory response in […]
Do You Need Orthotics?
When are orthotics needed and why? Orthotic devices may be recommended for several reasons, including: 1) aligning and supporting the foot or ankle; 2) preventing, correcting or accommodating foot deformities; and 3) improving the overall function of the foot or ankle. Learn how you can benefit from a foot pad or heel insert. A custom-molded, […]
The Power of Neuromuscular Re-Education
Neuromuscular re-education, ever heard of it? Maybe not in these exact terms, but it is a vital part of healing and restoring proper function after a injury or serious medical condition. Muscles and nerves communicate to allow you to perform simple acts such as walking up stairs or standing up from a sitting position. These […]
Avoid Surgery with Spinal Rehabilitation
Spinal rehabilitation combines the best of western medicine, physical therapy, and chiropractic, and incorporates rehabilitation equipment not found elsewhere in the state of Colorado. With it, we are able to treat serious spine-related problems such as scoliosis or disc lesions, or simply lower back pain. Our spinal rehabilitation program can eliminate the need for surgery […]
Is There a Danger in Being Too Flexible?
What is hypermobility? Is it really possible to be too flexible? Flexibility is defined as the range of motion of your joints and the elasticity of your muscles and connective tissues. Muscles and connective tissues are malleable and can lengthen and become more flexible when you stretch regularly. Hypermobility is when joints easily move beyond […]