Equilibrium is proud to be an evidence-based practice. Our owners, Chiropractors Nicole and Shireesh Bhalerao, are vocal advocates for the necessity of evidence-based care to improve patient outcomes. So, what does it mean to be “evidence-based”?
Read moreSoroptimist Portland
This month we're supporting Soroptimist Portland in collaboration with our current artist, Olivia Oso. Oso joins us in supporting Soroptimist Portland during the month of August by donating a giclee of one of her pieces, In Sisterhood We Rise, for a charity raffle! All proceeds from the raffle will be donated to Soroptimist Portland.
Read moreEverything You Should Know About Wearing a Mask
Masks are a part of our daily lives now, and until viable treatment and a vaccine for coronavirus and COVID-19 are widely available, masks are one of the most effective ways we can prevent the spread. It's important not only to wear a mask, but to do so properly.
Read moreImprove Your Golf Game!
Hittin’ the links? We are excited to announce that Dr. Shireesh and Max are now certified medical professionals from Titleist Performance Institute (TPI)! Having a healthcare provider that has specialized knowledge about your golf fitness, biomechanics, and health improves your chances of playing your best!
Read moreAcupuncture and Immunity
Unlike most pharmaceuticals, acupuncture works by motivating or inducing your body’s natural regulatory systems to function more effectively. Acupunture has been shown to benefit the immune system in a variety of ways through the neuro-endocrine-immune network.
Read moreSciatica
Sciatica refers to nerve pain that starts in the low back or buttocks and moves into the leg(s). There is a common misconception that sciatica is a condition, but in fact it is a symptom of various disorders. Conditions that can cause sciatic symptoms include misalignments of the lumbar spine, herniated or bulging discs, pregnancy and childbirth, in addition to lifestyle factors like sedentary time, repetitive motions, and sitting on your wallet or phone in your back pocket. These conditions can cause compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve, which is the largest single nerve in the body.
Read moreWord Is Bond.
“In the moment of crisis, the wise build bridges and the foolish build dams.”
-Nigerian Proverb
Building bridges is precisely the mission of Word Is Bond. Based right here in “Bridge City,” Word Is Bond is a community-founded organization that connects Black youth to police officers in meaningful ways, aiming to humanize both sides through shared experiences, and build trust through conversations that address racial inequities.
Read moreGardening safety
Each year as the sun starts to stick around for longer, we start seeing patients with aches and pains related to gardening. We’ve compiled some tips to help you keep enjoying your garden pain-free! We got our Chiropractic Assistant, Sasha, to demonstrate various ways to safely garden for different circumstances. Take a peek!
Read moreAvoiding Injury While Exercising at Home
Maybe sheltering in place was just the motivation you needed to start your exercise routine, or maybe your usual gym habit got a makeover as you started working out at home. Either way it’s important to take the proper precautions when exercising at home to stay safe and avoid injury.
Read moreWork-From-Home Ergonomics
The pandemic may have accelerated the work-from-home trend, but it’s a trend that’s likely here to stay. Unfortunately many of our home office spaces are not optimally equipped for our health and safety.
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