Plantar Fasciitis is a very common affliction, affecting 3 million people in the United States per year. Symptoms include pain at the sole of the foot or heel with possible swelling or tenderness. The good news is that Plantar Fasciitis is not serious and is very treatable.
Read moreAcupuncture for Anxiety and Depression
Often conditions like depression and anxiety can lead to insomnia, which only increases the symptoms of depression and anxiety. Interrupting this negative cycle can have significant benefits for the person suffering. Several studies have shown acupuncture to be an effective treatment for depression and anxiety, and particularly insomnia associated with those conditions.
Read moreSleep and Your Health
According to the National Sleep Foundation, 35% of Americans report their sleep quality as “poor” or “only fair,” and 20% of Americans reported that they did not wake up feeling refreshed on any of the past seven days. But the amount and quality of sleep we get has a direct effect on our overall lifelong health. So how do you ensure you’re getting a good night’s rest?
Read moreMovement Matters
The shift from a physically demanding life to one with fewer physical challenges and more sitting has been relatively recent, occurring during a tiny fraction of human existence. More recent evidence suggests that the long-term health consequences of habitual sedentary behavior (too much sitting) are separate from those associated with a lack of exercise. This means that getting the recommended amount of exercise per week is not counteracting the negative effects of sitting too much.
Read moreAcupuncture and Allergies
We wait all winter for those first blooms of spring. But many have difficulty enjoying the nice weather and beautiful foliage due to seasonal allergies. While over-the-counter medications are the solution for some, some find relief and improvement with Acupuncture treatment.
Read moreApril is Parkinson's Awareness Month
April is Parkinson's Awareness Month. During the month of April we are excited to be partnering with Parkinson's Resources of Oregon (PRO), an organization that provides support and resources to people living with Parkinson's disease and their families and caregivers in Oregon and Washington.
Read moreFrozen Shoulder Syndrome
Frozen Shoulder Syndrome is a common affliction in people between the ages of 40 and 60, particularly women and those with diabetes. It begins with inflamed connective tissue around a joint; as the tissue thickens and tightens, the joint gradually loses mobility until it becomes “frozen” making everyday activities very painful.
Read moreTechnology Can Be a Pain in the Neck (Literally)
Tech Neck is a syndrome caused by overuse of the head, neck, and shoulders sitting and looking in a forward and down position. Find out how to counteract and defend against this postural deviation.
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