Certain jobs or�daily�activities require us to do the same action over and over again. It can be enjoyable but these repetitive movements can cause serious injury to the body. Most affected are the: Hands Wrists Elbows Shoulders Neck Back These injuries are quite common in the United States and are referred to as Repetitive Motion Disorders (RMDs). Repetitive Motion… Read More
There are many beneficial properties that collagen supplements can provide to the body when it is consumed. There are hydrolyzed collagen and gelatin and can help improve a person's skin structure. Read More
How RMD's affect the spine Most repetitive motion injuries or RMDs affect the arms and hands. However, they can also happen in the spine. The majority of back injuries, especially in the workplace, are often the result of long-term repetitive wear and tear on the: Muscles Ligaments Tendons Spinal discs Repetitive work motions like: Pulling Reaching Twisting Bending All of… Read More
Movement disorders are health issues that can cause abnormal and involuntary body movements. Many common movement disorders are frequently caused by problems in the transmission signals of the brain and they can ultimately affect quality, fluency, speed, and ease of movement. Movement disorders are also referred to as conversion disorders and/or psychogenic movement disorders. Damage, injuries or underlying conditions of… Read More
With the start of the new year comes the numerous ads on T.V. for detox programs and cleanses that will help people who are trying to get healthier as their new year�s resolution. The detox programs and cleanses that are shown as commercials and online ads will make anyone believe that lemon water, apple cider vinegar, and green juices can… Read More
Part of understanding the body and treating symptoms such as fatigue, headaches, joint pain, and overall discomfort is realizing that the body is an intricate system that functions as one. Read More
Keyboards and mice come in all sorts of colors and styles, which is great but for those that work on a computer for a job, using the right type is essential to prevent injury keeping the hands, wrists, and arms healthy and moving. Overuse can cause painful musculoskeletal disorders like: Tendonitis Tendosynovitis Carpal tunnel syndrome There are a variety of… Read More
Movement disorders are characterized as health issues that cause abnormal and involuntary body positions or movements. Many neurological conditions are caused by brain signal problems and they can ultimately affect quality, fluency, speed, and ease of movement. Dyskinesia is characterized as abnormal and involuntary fluency and/or speed of movement while hyperkinesia is characterized as excessive movement and hypokinesia is characterized… Read More
Even though the body gets involved when there is a stressful experience, the brain becomes the primary target. The stress hormone can alter the brain's function and structure, causing the body to have neurological impairments. Read More
By exploring the science and psychology of the mind-body disconnect, researchers can see how a person�s hormones can affect their perception of the world. Read More
Most of us know what sciatica means and that is low back pain that radiates/spreads into the buttock down into the leg and sometimes into the foot. The pain can be mild to excruciating, but fortunately, if it is mild�sciatica can usually be alleviated in 3 months.�These are a few non-invasive conservative treatment therapies that can be done at the… Read More
The blood-brain barrier is a protective shield that allows nutrients to enter the brain while keeping harmful components in the bloodstream from passing into the brain. However, many factors can cause a leaky blood-brain barrier. This can allow harmful components to penetrate the blood-brain brain, ultimately causing inflammation and brain health issues. A leaky blood-brain barrier is associated with many… Read More
The blood-brain barrier is a protective shield that allows nutrients to enter the brain while keeping harmful components in the bloodstream from passing into the brain. However, many factors can cause a leaky blood-brain barrier. This can allow harmful components to penetrate the blood-brain brain, ultimately causing inflammation and brain health issues. A leaky blood-brain barrier is associated with many… Read More
Head and neck injuries related to phone use are on the rise. Since the first iPhone was released, according to a study in JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery. Doctors are warning cell phone users to be especially careful when: Walking around and texting It is a distraction and one of the leading causes of head and neck injuries. … Read More
Many healthcare professionals can encourage their patients to make these simple yet highly effective changes to promote wellness. Read More