[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Active Sports Therapy Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) is an effective treatment for chronic pain of neuropathic origin. This technique uses needles similar to the needles used in acupuncture to find and diagnose muscle shortening in deep muscles. This technique is great because it has very few side effects. IMS was developed by Dr. Chan Gunn while […]
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Dr. Gayle Maguire ND There are several natural supports for mild to moderate mood disorders, though talk to your medical or naturopathic doctor first as they can interact with pharmaceuticals or other supplements, to sometimes life-threatening extent. The natural supplements with the most research are discussed below. B Vitamins B vitamins help in a […]
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Ellen Rossiter, PT If you are someone who does computer work, then it's likely you tend to spend most of your day sitting, be it at your desk, at meetings, or sitting with clients. This also means that you’re likely spending a lot of time on your computer, on the phone, and in […]
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Dr. Fiona Lovely, DC Have you been told you are at an increased risk for osteoporosis? Maybe you already have osteopenia or you know it runs in the family? Turns out, there are a great many factors involved in healthy bone tissue and there are many avenues for you to help your bones […]
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By Kira Greasley, CHNC In the world of health, an understanding of the association between your gut health and the immune system is being widely studied. The health of the body depends on the health of the Gastrointestinal Tract, which is a long tube made up of layers of muscle lined by cells and […]
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Dr. Vikki Mcguire TCM What is considered insomnia? Insomnia is a sleep disorder where an individual has difficulty falling asleep and/or remaining asleep through the night. Upon waking in the night, the person might then have a tough time falling back to sleep. Insomnia can be either acute, which means it’s short-lived and […]
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Active Sports Therapy Magnesium is a mineral that works very hard within our bodies at the cellular level and is part of over 300 biochemical reactions that occur each day. It plays a role in nerve and muscle function, supports the immune system and heart, assists with bone health, regulates the metabolism of […]
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Active Sports Therapy November is Men’s health awareness month so guys take a read of these tips we’ve compiled and ladies share with the important men in your life. We know that men are often a little slower to address nagging issues and are less likely to visit their doctor on a regular […]
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Dr. Gayle Maguire ND It’s that time of year again and you might have already faced your first bout of the sniffles or a cough. Here are some great recommendations to try and keep colds and flus at bay or to reduce the severity of symptoms when you do catch a virus. Dietary […]
[vc_row][vc_column width="1/1"][vc_column_text]By: Active Sports Therapy What is Athletic Therapy Most people think of Athletic Therapy as immediate sideline assistance and emergency medical coverage at sporting events, but Athletic Therapists also work with athletes to treat and rehabilitate injuries. Athletic Therapists specialize in returning injured athletes back to pre-injury performance levels. With extensive education and training […]
