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Symptoms caused by arthritis are anything but pleasant. From waking up with stiff joints in the morning to having trouble walking short distances, arthritis can have a negative effect on almost every physical activity. There are plenty of medications that help with these symptoms and aim to slow the progression, but sometimes they are not enough.Read more

When thinking about how to lose weight, dieting and physical activity are the two things that come to mind. There are a handful of other weight loss methods available, ranging from completely natural to very unhealthy and possibly harmful. At our practice, we focus heavily on the most natural ways to treat your body, and patients always find it surprising that acupuncture and chiropractic care can help you lose weight. Read more

Many are hesitant about acupuncture because they are scared of the needles or they aren’t sure the health benefits are real. Not only does the research show that acupuncture makes positive changes to how the body functions, but many people with chronic conditions rely on regular acupuncture sessions for relief, including fibromyalgia.Read more

Scoliosis is the curvature of the spine and the cause is often unknown. The spinal curve usually takes the shape of a “C” or “S” and can cause the person to stand and walk off-balance and have uneven shoulders and hips. Mild scoliosis might only need checkups to see if the curve is getting worse and for pain management. From a Western medical perspective, more serious cases of scoliosis might need to wear a brace long-term or have surgery.Read more

If you have ever dealt with PMS, you know it makes your unpleasant time-of-the-month a whole lot worse. Whether you bloat and cramp or have mood swings and crave every type of food, there are some natural remedies to help make those days a little less miserable. Below are some of the best natural remedies for relieving common PMS symptoms.

A muscle strain can be a simple overstretched muscle or tendon, or the result of a partial or complete muscle tear. Strains are often caused by overstretching, twisting, pulling, and overusing muscles. Symptoms include limited motion, muscle spasms, muscle weakness, swelling, cramping, or inflammation, and usually some loss of muscle function.

Plantar fasciitis is a very common foot condition that causes inflammation and pain in the plantar fascia, the fibrous tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot connecting your heel bone to your toes. If left untreated, plantar fasciitis can become a chronic condition and put strain on other parts of your body.

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About 83% of active adults, ages 25 to 65, will suffer from plantar fasciitis. While it is most common in runners, those who are overweight or frequently wear unsupportive shoes also have an increased risk of plantar fasciitis.

Being able to think clearly and carry on with day-to-day life can quickly be destroyed with a strong headache. Many people have occasional headaches, but frequent headaches that affect your ability to sleep or take care of simple tasks can be very frustrating.

When you breath in airborne agents like pollen, grass, mold, cedar, or ragweed, your immune system mistakes them as a danger and releases antibodies that attack the allergens. Your immune system also releases a chemical called histamine into the nose, eyes, and lungs to attack and remove the allergens from your body. This causes inflammation, congestion, and itchy, watery eyes.

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