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Fast Pain Relief Is Possible WITHOUT Dangerous Opioids
Are you searching for a method of natural pain relief? Try physical therapy!
Long-term opioid use is not a good strategy for chronic pain management. In addition to the risk of addiction, opioids only mask the painful symptoms of a larger problem.
Physical therapy has been shown to be a much better alternative than opioids or other pharmaceutical medications for achieving measurable relief from chronic pain.
If you have been considering using opioids for pain relief, but wish to explore alternate options first, contact our office today to speak with a physical therapist.
Read full blogIs a Nutritional Diet Your Key to a Healthier Life?
Did you know that you can manage your chronic pain with proper nutrition and physical therapy?
If you are working to manage a chronic pain condition with the help of a physical therapist, it is likely you will receive some nutritional advice as part of your treatment. They know that in some chronic conditions, dietary changes can hugely help the body reduce or even eliminate pain.
A study released by Harvard Health showed that certain foods can alleviate inflammation, while other foods can aggravate it.
Read full blogDitch the Drugs Today and Say Yes to Physical Therapy Instead!
Living with Pain? Medication Isn’t Always the Answer!
It seems like every time you turn on the tv, there’s another report about the opioid crisis in the country. There’s a legitimate reason to panic. In 2016 alone, 116 people died every day from overdoses of opioid-related medications. About 11,5 million Americans used prescription painkillers in some way, losing an estimated $504 million in economic costs.
Some researchers also feel that many people who would otherwise be willing to work are sidelined because a drug test would fail.
Read full blogRecently Sustained a Sprain or Strain? We Can Help
Find Relief Today!
There you are, walking through the park on a sunny summer day when you unexpectedly find a hole with your foot. Before you know it, you are in agony, slumped in a crumpled heap, hoping that no one saw you slide. So, what do you do from here? How do you know if the injury is going to go away on its own, and when do you call a physical therapist?
Read full blogDrugs Don’t Have to be the Answer for Pain Relief – Try PT Instead
You Don’t Have to Risk the Harmful Side Effects of Drugs – Find Natural Relief with Physical Therapy
Pain can be a helpful messenger, a warning that something needs to be repaired in your body—but it can also be an agonizing nuisance that destroys your quality of life. To make matters worse, many pain issues are rooted in deep-seated underlying disorders, often arising from a part of the body other than a part of the body with symptoms.
Read full blogStress-Related Headaches Getting You Down? Relieve Them with PT!
You Don’t Have to Deal with Day-to-Day Pain
Dealing with headaches on the daily alone can be very isolating and leave a person feeling exhausted.
Did you know that headaches are the third most common pain complaint? It’s true. Headaches are extremely common and can be so debilitating to the point that they impact a person’s quality of life.
Fortunately, through physical therapy, long term relief is possible.
Read full blogDo You Have Any Of These 3 Types of Arthritis? Try Physical Therapy
Relieve Your Pain Without Harmful Medications!
Arthritis is a common term used to describe over 100 different forms of joint pain and disease. Many people believe that arthritis affects only the aged, but this is far from reality.
According to Healthline, “the symptoms of arthritis usually develop over time, but they may also appear suddenly. Arthritis is most commonly seen in adults over the age of 65, but it can also develop in children, teens, and younger adults.
Read full blogReady to Finally Say Goodbye to Lower Back Pain?
Find The Relief You’ve Been Looking for with Physical Therapy
The World Health Organization estimates that in the United States, 149 million days of work are lost due to low back pain.
Many people suffer from lower back pain and have no idea how to find permanent relief. Dealing with this kind of pain impacts daily life and can take away the time you normally use to relax, work, and spend time with your family.
Read full blog8 WAYS PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN IMPROVE YOUR SPORTS PERFORMANCE
When you think of physical therapy, the first thing that likely comes to mind is injury recovery. And while that’s a common reason for seeking this treatment, it’s far from the only use for physical therapy.
As an athlete, prevention is always better than cure. If you’re interested in not only preventing injury but improving your overall sports performance as well, physical therapy is your answer. Read on to learn exactly how a physical therapist can help to improve your game from the ground up.
Read full blog5 COMMON SPORTS INJURIES THAT PHYSICAL THERAPY CAN REMEDY
All physical activity comes with a certain level of risk, and because athletes put their bodies through so much stress, the risk of suffering an injury is much greater. As you might expect, the most common sports injuries are minor: abrasions, cramps, blisters, etc.
That said, more serious injuries happen all the time and are typically a result of overuse. For example, a golfer makes the same repeated swinging motion over the course of a round of golf.
Read full blog7 SIGNS YOU NEED TO MAKE A PHYSICAL THERAPY APPOINTMENT
For athletes, discomfort is a regular part of life. Not only does excelling in your chosen sport involve pushing yourself physically, but you can come out of even the most uneventful game or practice with soreness or mild abrasions.
And though it’s true that this is an unavoidable part of being active, there’s a difference between typical soreness and an issue that needs to be addressed by a professional. If you think you might need to make a physical therapy appointment but are unsure, we’re here to help.
Read full blogPROTECT YOUR PROGRESS: 7 IMPORTANT TIPS FOR POST PHYSICAL THERAPY CARE
Every year, millions of people are injured while participating in a sport or some form of physical activity. Because of this, whether you’re a professional athlete or simply enjoy a healthy dose of exercise, chances are you’ve experienced a sports injury at some point in your life.
When an injury occurs, the answer to a speedy and efficient recovery period is physical therapy. But what happens when your prescribed sessions come to an end?
Read full blogYou Don’t Have to Live in Pain! Find Relief by Changing Your Diet
Discover Pain and Inflammation Relief Through Nutritional Changes
If you already see a physical therapist for internal inflammation, you already know that this is a problem that can seriously affect your overall health. Whether you have a clear diagnosis of your inflammation (such as osteoarthritis), or you’re not fully know the causes of your back and joint pain, physical therapy will help.
According to Harvard Health, chronic inflammation can also lead to a variety of health ailments such as heart disease and diabetes.
Read full blog8 Reasons Why You Need Acupuncture!
1. Increases Energy
An acupuncture session helps to balance the body’s energy systems and helps you recharge, a forced nap so to speak!
2. Diminishes Pain
Acupuncture works as a collective system throughout the body to improve blood and energy flow. By increasing blood flow to certain areas in the body, there is less pain overall.
3. Improves Mood
Acupuncture helps the brain to release endorphins, endorphins make you feel better, and feeling better increases your mood!
Read full blogI’m Looking at Acupuncture. Is it Painful?
Acupuncture is a complementary therapy that’s a part of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). It originated in China and has been around for over 2,500 years. It’s a technique used to balance the flow of energy, also known as life force, chi, or qi. Qi is thought to flow through pathways in your body. The goal of acupuncture is to remove energy blockages and balance your energy flow, which helps to regulate your emotional, mental, and physical health.
Read full blogAcupuncture is Grounded in Science, Not Myth and Magic – BMJ
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The principles of acupuncture are firmly grounded in science. Period. According to Dr. Adrian White, the editor and chief of the scientific journal Acupuncture in Medicine, “one of the major problems facing medical acupuncture is the preconceived notions both the public and healthcare professionals have of it,” he said. “The perception is that acupuncture is still all about chi and meridians.”
This view has hindered its acceptance among healthcare professionals, and its wider use as a valid addition to pain control in conditions, ranging from nausea to arthritis, as well as after surgery, he contends.
Read full blogHow Does Acupuncture Work?
Acupuncture is a form of treatment that involves inserting very thin needles through a person’s skin at specific points on the body, to various depths.
Research suggests that it can help relieve pain, and it is used for a wide range of other complaints.
However, according to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), there is limited evidence for its effectiveness in areas other than pain.
How acupuncture works scientifically remains unclear.
Read full blogAcupuncture for Sports Injuries
In 2009 the San Francisco Giants hired a staff acupuncturist. In 2010 the Giants snapped a 56 year streak and won the World Series, they won again in 2012. Acupuncture to improve sports performance and limit injuries works!
One of the most frustrating parts of being an athlete at any level is the inability to perform at your highest potential because of injuries, fatigue, or lingering pain. Over time, these injuries not only affect your performance but also the longevity of your athletic career.
Read full blogAcupuncture and Fertility
Acupuncture is the insertion of ultra-thin, sterile needles into specific acupuncture points on the body which reside on channels or meridians; these are pathways in both the exterior and interior of the body. These points, when needled, can regulate the way in which the body functions.
Acupuncture helps by addressing problems that affect fertility such as an under-functioning thyroid (hypothyroidism) or over-functioning thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
Can acupuncture be used to treat infertility?
Acupuncture, frequently combined with herbal medicine, has been used for centuries to treat some but not all causes of infertility.
Read full blogAcupuncture for Migraines
Migraine and headache sufferers acupuncture can help
The pain that headache and migraine sufferers endure can impact every aspect of their lives. Acupuncture can offer powerful relief without the side effects that prescription and over-the-counter drugs can cause. Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine have been used to relieve Headaches and Migraines, as well as their underlying causes, for thousands of years and is a widely accepted form of treatment for headaches in our society.
Read full blogAcupuncture and Back Pain
Back pain is one of the most prevalent reasons people seek health care. Millions of working days and countless hours of activity and fun are lost each year due to back pain.
Common Causes of Back Pain Treated with Acupuncture
One of the top causes of back pain are sprains (overstretching one or more of the ligaments in the back) and strains (a rip or tear in the muscle caused by sudden force).
Read full blogA Beginner’s Guide to Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine, TCM, can treat many health issues. While Chinese Medicine is well known for pain relief, there is so much more it can do. Improved fertility, digestive disorders, allergies/sinus infections and stress relief, are just a few of the problems that can be addressed with Chinese Medicine.
Lets go over some basics. Chinese Medicine encompasses more than just Acupuncture.
It also includes Cupping, Moxabustion, and Chinese Herbal Medicine. Here is a brief description of each.
Read full blogSpring Has Finally Arrived
In Midland, Michigan we have been waiting eagerly for Spring and it has finally arrived. In Chinese Medicine, every season has an element attached to it. Spring brings us the Wood element.
Wood exemplifies the active energy of Spring.
Every day, just walking down the street, I see more trees beginning to bloom, hyacinths giving way to tulips, and birds chasing material for nests. It is a time for growth, change and progress.
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