Are Your Shoes Causing Back Pain Musculoskeletal health is one of the highest costs in healthcare today. There are 1 in 2 Americans that have a musculoskeletal condition. And the need for support along with body alignment is at an all-time high. In today's world surveys found that Americans wear two to three pairs of shoes during the week. However,… Read More
Our digestive health depends on the composition of our healthy gut microbiome or the bacteria in our gastrointestinal (GI) tract. This probiotic profile plays a fundamental role in our immune system and these can ultimately affect our inflammatory response. Also, the foods we eat, hormones, neurotransmitters, and even our adrenal and mitochondrial status can influence our digestive health. Abnormal or… Read More
Pain Specialists A pain specialist is a medical or osteopathic doctor that treats pain caused by disease, disorder, and trauma. Also known as interventional pain management specialists, these doctors are often anesthesiologists or physiatrists. Pain medicine involves multi-disciplines and team effort with a patient's primary physician, other doctors, and specialists in radiology, psychiatry, oncology, nursing, chiropractic/physical therapy, alternative medicine, etc.… Read More
When the person takes glutathione in the mouth, the oral dosage is oxidized instantly, before being absorbed into the body, thus leaving a foul smell. Taking glutathione in a vegetable capsule can help the individual receive glutathione without it being oxidized. Read More
Scientists and healthcare professionals are starting to shine a light on the importance of the composition of our gut microbiome, or the population of "healthy" bacteria in our gastrointestinal (GI) tract. According to research studies, abnormal or excess amounts of gut bacteria can be one of the most common causes of a variety of digestive health issues, including SIBO and… Read More
A trigger point is a knot or bundle of stiff spine muscle tissue that you can't move or relax, and when touched pain spreads to the neck, shoulders, and upper back. Pretty much everyone can relate to this type of pain in the neck or what is known as myofascial pain syndrome when several of these trigger points are grouped.… Read More
Studies show that consuming NAC is essential for a variety of health reasons, especially replenishing the most potent antioxidant, glutathione in the body. Read More
For many people, fasting, or the concept of willingly skipping meals for a specific period of time, may not seem like a very appealing way to improve digestive health. Because most people also eat about 3 meals a day, skipping one or two meals a day can ultimately cause them to feel moody, tired, and fatigued. However, for people with… Read More
When it is damaged, a variety of conditions can affect the hippocampus�s ability to do its job for the brain, thus making the individual suffer from retaining information. Read More
A Burst Fracture A burst fracture describes an injury to the spine where the vertebrae get compressed severely. These types of injuries occur from severe trauma, like an automobile accident or a serious fall, sports injury, work injury. These injuries entail a great deal of force into the spine, so much so that a vertebra can get crushed. … Read More
Q: Can back pain be hereditary and run in the family? I'm 24 and have chronic low back pain. But I found out that my mother, grandmother, and brother also have back pain. None of us were diagnosed with any type of spine condition. So I'm wondering if there is a hereditary/gene link or if it's just a coincidence? El… Read More
Do you experience bloating after eating a meal? While many people may not experience this symptom, it's important to understand that any amount of bloating is generally abnormal and it can be a sign of gut inflammation. If you regularly experience bloating, or you have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), there�s a chance that you may have small intestinal bacterial overgrowth… Read More
Do you have difficulty digesting protein-rich foods? Do you have difficulty digesting starch-rich foods? Do you have difficulty digesting fatty or greasy foods? Do you experience abdominal distention after meals? Do you have abdominal pain and inflammation? If so, you may be having SIBO symptoms. � Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a gastrointestinal (GI) tract health issue that… Read More
For most individuals experiencing symptoms,� health care providers will run a few tests. For the most part, these tests come back normal or inconclusive. The patient is usually relieved, but not satisfied as they are still experiencing symptoms. Read More
You might not think it, but weight lifting and spine strengthening exercises can help reduce back pain. Remember the point of this type of weight lifting is not to build up the muscles like a bodybuilder but is to develop: Core strength Spine strength Body strength The muscles in the back keep the spine moving and functioning properly. When the… Read More