Can individuals with jaw pain find relief in acupuncture therapy to reduce pain and improve jaw mobility in the upper body portions? Introduction The head is part of the upper musculoskeletal body quadrant supported by the neck area, which consists of the skull, various muscles, and vital organs that provide stability, mobility, and functionality. Around the head, the different facial… Read More
For individuals dealing with lower back pain, it could be quadricep muscle tightness causing the symptoms and posture problems. Can knowing the signs of quadricep tightness help prevent pain and avoid injury? Quadriceps Tightness Quadriceps muscles are in the front of the thigh. Forces that could be creating chronic pain and posture problems could be happening at the same time… Read More
Can individuals dealing with headaches find the relief they are looking for from acupuncture to reduce pain-like symptoms? Introduction As part of the musculoskeletal system, the neck is part of the upper body portions and allows the head to be mobile through full rotations without pain and discomfort. The surrounding muscles, ligaments, and tendons help protect the cervical spinal region… Read More
For fitness and sports enthusiasts, weekend warriors, and athletes looking to improve physical performance, can incorporating acupuncture for sports performance be effective? Acupuncture For Sports Performance Acupuncture for sports performance follows the same needle insertion for specific points to treat pain symptoms, alleviate inflammation and fatigue, and enhance blood circulation to improve physical and athletic performance. Acupuncture is based on… Read More
Can nonsurgical therapeutic options help individuals with chronic low back pain find the relief they are looking for to restore body function? Introduction Between the upper, middle, and lower back portions of the musculoskeletal system, many individuals have succumbed to traumatic injuries, repetitive motions, and overlapping environmental risk profiles that cause pain and disability, thus affecting their everyday routine. As… Read More
For individuals looking to add other fruits and vegetables to their diet, can adding tomatillos provide variety and nutrition? Tomatillo Tomatillos are a fruit that can bring a bright citrus flavor to various dishes. Nutrition The U.S. Department of Agriculture provides the following information for one medium/34g tomatillo. (FoodData Central. U.S. Department of Agriculture. 2018) Calories - 11 Carbohydrates -… Read More
For individuals dealing with musculoskeletal pain, can incorporating acupuncture and dry needling therapy improve functionality? Introduction All around the world, many individuals have experienced musculoskeletal pain at one point in their lives. Musculoskeletal pain can range from acute to chronic, depending on how severe the affected muscles are in pain. Sometimes, when a person is dealing with pain in one… Read More
For individuals wanting to improve and/or maintain health research shows evidence that acupuncture may help promote weight loss. Can incorporating acupuncture into an overall health plan help achieve this goal? Acupuncture Weight Loss Acupuncture is a traditional medical therapy that inserts thin, flexible needles into the body at specific points. It has been around for more than 2,500 years. The… Read More
Can individuals with leg and back pain find the relief by incorporating decompression to reduce pain-like associated symptoms? Introduction The lower extremities help stabilize the upper body's weight and provide movement to the individual. The lower body portions include the lower back, pelvis, hips, thighs, legs, and feet, as they all have specific jobs to do and have an outstanding… Read More
For individuals who have decided to start exercising for fitness and health, walking is a great place to start. Can planning a walking exercise schedule help individuals maintain a fitness routine and improve endurance and speed quicker? Walking Exercise Planning Schedule While any amount of walking benefits health, individuals can increase the benefits by walking more per week or by… Read More
Can individuals with piriformis syndrome incorporate acupuncture with various therapies to reduce sciatic nerve pain and other symptoms? Introduction As many individuals move around from one location to another thanks to the lower body extremities, the surrounding muscles, ligaments, nerve roots, and tissues help contribute to the sensory-motor function of the hips, legs, buttocks, and feet. All these muscle groups… Read More
For individuals with arthritis, can incorporating acupuncture with other therapies help manage pain and other symptoms? Acupuncture For Arthritis Acupuncture has been around for thousands of years and is a form of traditional Chinese medicine that utilizes needles inserted into various parts of the body to relieve pain and inflammation. The practice is based on the concept of life energy… Read More
During a fall individuals tend to automatically outstretch their hands to help break a fall, which can slam onto the ground causing a falling onto an outstretched hand or FOOSH injury. Should individuals get checked by a healthcare provider if they believe there is no injury? FOOSH Injuries Falling down usually results in minor injuries. A FOOSH injury occurs when… Read More
Can individuals dealing with low back pain find the relief they are looking for by incorporating acupuncture to reduce muscle spasms? Introduction Around the world, many individuals, young and old, have dealt with low back pain, which has an impact on their lives and affects their routines. Since low back pain is a multifactorial musculoskeletal issue, it can range from… Read More
Individuals who participate in physical and sports activities could suffer an Achilles tendon tear. Can understanding the symptoms and risks help in treatment and return the individual back to their sports activity sooner? Achilles Tendon This is a common injury that occurs when the tendon attaching the calf muscle to the heel gets torn. About the Tendon The Achilles tendon… Read More