The end of 2020 is in sight! This year especially we’re looking forward to a fresh start, a new year, and all the things we can do and accomplish. The practice of making new year’s resolutions often gets a bad rap as many people have difficulty continuing with their resolutions past a couple of months. Let’s be clear, there’s no need to arbitrarily set goals or push toward something you’re not truly invested in just because there’s a tradition of setting goals this time of year. But if there are things you truly want to accomplish but can’t seem to follow through, here are some strategies to feel more empowered and do more of what you want to.
Read moreWinter Eating
Continuing our series about seasonal living and eating guided by Traditional Chinese Medicine, here’s what to keep in mind during the winter season.
Read morePlantar Fasciitis
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 moreWinter Gift Guide for Wellness
‘Tis the season for gifting! Whether there’s a special holiday you celebrate, or gift giving is your love language this is the time of year for wracking your brain wondering what to gift those special people in your life. This year might be even more challenging as the coronavirus pandemic continues. This is the perfect year for gifts to be healthy as well as happy. That’s why we’re offering some ideas for wellness-themed gifts for your loved ones, featuring some of our tried and tested, provider-approved items, and options from local businesses.
Read moreVirginia Garcia Memorial Health Center
It’s become more clear than ever that gaps in healthcare access affect not just the individuals that are overlooked, but the population at large. During this COVID-19 crisis we must ensure that everyone has access to testing, information, and healthcare to prevent the spread of the virus. Started in a three-car garage, today Virginia Garcia MHC provides healthcare services to 52,000 patients a year at five primary care clinics and pharmacies, six dental clinics, a women’s clinic, and five school-based health centers, as well as outreach to schools and to migrant and seasonal farmworkers at local camps via a mobile clinic. December 2020, we will match your donations to Virginia Garcia MHC.
Read moreBreath for Stress
This year we’ve been thinking a lot about breath — how we breathe, changes in breath, and barriers to breathing. Research into the physiological and emotional effects of different breath patterns is on-going, but our current body of knowledge suggests that our breath can be a powerful tool for changing the way we feel physically and emotionally.
Read moreAsk a Chiropractor: Dynamic & Static Stretching
Stretching is often treated as a panacea — feeling stiff from your workday? Stretch! Want more range of motion? Stretch! Rehabilitating an injury? Stretch! Want to improve athletic performance? Stretch! But it doesn’t always feel that simple. How do you know exactly how to stretch and when?
Read moreThe Science of Happiness
As we head into the holiday season, it’s important to remember that this can be a difficult time for many people, and this year it is even more so. This week we’re diving into the science of happiness for concrete tools to help boost our mood and stay grounded!
Read moreNAYA Family Center
Founded by the community, for the community, Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA) is a family of numerous tribes and voices who are rooted in sustaining tradition and building cultural wealth. The center provides culturally-specific programs and services that guide Native American people in the direction of personal success and balance through cultural empowerment. During the month of November, Equilibrium will match all in-office financial donations to NAYA.
Read moreDance Medicine
A huge value that Equilibrium can provide for dancers is the opportunity to be treated in tandem by both Dr. Cydney and Suzanne. Bringing greater cohesiveness to the overall health of each dancer and patient. A huge value that Equilibrium can provide for dancers is the opportunity to be treated in tandem by both Dr. Cydney and Suzanne. Though they may focus on different symptoms and treatment approaches, they work closely on shared cases, bringing greater cohesiveness to the overall health of each dancer and patient.
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