Do you remember watching the 2016 Summer Olympics and wondering, “what are those red dots all over Michael Phelps?” Trust us you aren’t alone. Phelps along with other swimmers at the Rio Olympics were “spotted” having red dots covering their bodies making them look like they were badly bruised. Don’t worry, those aren’t bruises, they [...]
Being pregnant has its share of ups and downs, no matter if it’s your first child or you’re on number three. Your body goes through so many changes and one day you may be glowing and the next you wonder if your body will ever feel the same again. With all the different changes occurring, [...]
Sticking needles in your body to relieve pain may sound ridiculous but don’t knock it until you try it. Many people who suffer from either low back pain, musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction, neck pain, or other muscle tightness injuries use dry needling therapy to help relieve pain and believe it or not, it does wonders! [...]
Many injuries can cause balance to become off, whether it’s due to increased pain or loss of strength or just poor balance. Here are some injuries that will be shown a balance exercise program to perform while at home. Vertigo Concussion Whiplash Knee/Hip replacement Ankle sprain/strain Ankle surgeries Balance receptors come from the upper neck, [...]
Do you ever wonder how you can workout with all of your aches and pains? Do you find that exercise such as walking and cycling aggravate your body? “Aqua Fit,” may be the answer for you. Working out in the water is less painful on your joints since you only use about 10% of your [...]