By: Dr. Erin Weber, PT, DPT Rotator cuff injuries can create shoulder pain, weakness and difficulty with daily tasks and return to exercise. Injuries to the rotator cuff can span the wide spectrum from normal age-related wear and tear, to large full thickness tears. Research consistently supports physical therapy as a primary intervention, with surgical […]
Many studies in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine found that eating less fiber (from fruits, vegetables, 100% whole grains, and legumes) more saturated fat (from red meat, animal proteins, and cheese), and more added sugar (in processed foods) is associated with lighter, less restorative, and more disrupted sleep. Even a single day of greater
A slightly skeptical dance student, I stepped into a Pilates studio for my first private lesson at the age of 15. Well, I was in awe, my body and my mind were in awe- like a kid in a carnival, and coming close to my current sense of walking into a well curated shoe department.
By: Dr. Stephen Szaro, DC Changes to the Mothers Body The Case for Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy The most obvious physical changes that are likely to affect the spine will begin to occur during the second trimester. As the uterus grows to accommodate the fetus, the lumbar curve of the spine will increase to account
Sleep hygiene includes a variety of actions and habits you can develop to improve the quality of your sleep. Maintaining good sleep hygiene leads to a healthier sleep and promotes both physical and mental health. 50% of American suffer from some sort of sleep deprivation, and roughly 10 million Americans attempt to use a sleep
Below, Physio Logic’s Clinical Nutritionist, Michelle Miller, MSACN; and Nutritional Educator & Registered Dietitian, Rachel Naar, RD, shake out some facts to learn about sodium, why we should limit it, and some healthful alternatives to promote heart health. What is sodium anyways? Sodium is a mineral found naturally in foods (celery, beets) and is the major part
Physio Logic’s Head Chiropractor, Dr. Stephen Szaro describes how Decompression Therapy is used to treat a variety of Spinal Disc Conditions. The intervertebral discs (IVD’s), or spinal discs, are situated between each vertebrae of the spinal column. The IVD is a fibrocartilaginous cushion serving as the spine’s shock-absorbing system and assists with fluid motion of
As the fields of nutrition and wellness grow, it’s more important now than ever to be sure you’re seeing qualified health practitioners. The education, requirements, and specialties of nutritionists vs dietitians are nuanced, as is a health coach vs nutritionist and so on. From RDs to NDs, Physio Logic’s Clinical Nutritionist, Michelle Miller, MSACN; and Diana
Wait, what are stem cells? Basically, stem cells are type of undifferentiated cells in our body that have the potential ability to turn into different types of cells (crazy, right?!). To learn more about Stem Cell Therapy, check out our blog post, “What is Stem Cell Therapy?“ Stem cells, also known as “master cells,” are
If one of my patients is experiencing joint pain, I like to tell them that a structure needs either strength or length. It’s a gross oversimplification of a convoluted musculoskeletal health knowledge base. Besides that, there are actually other reasons in which you might be in pain that don’t have to do with your muscles,
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Finding a skilled and professional chiropractor may seem like a daunting task. Everyone you ask will most certainly have their own opinions and searching “chiropractor near me” may lead to a plethora of online reviews by strangers. How do you choose? Physio Logic Chiropractor, Dr. Michael Vanchieri, DC, breaks down 5 things to look for
Current research advocates for good overall nutrition to help enhance the body’s immune system and provide the necessary antioxidants to reduce the inflammatory stressors. Inflammation is a natural process in the body that helps protect and repair damaged tissues. However, when inflammation becomes chronic, it can lead to serious health problems. The good news is
