Dr. Allison Heffron, DC, L.Ac, describes the ancient method of cupping therapy and the broad range of symptoms the different cupping techniques are used to treat. What is Cupping Therapy? Despite popular belief and modern demand, cupping has been around since as early as the fourth century. It was initially used as a treatment for […]
Looking to improve your sleep quality to boost your marathon performance? Physio Logic’s clinical nutritionist, Michelle Miller, MSACN, explores the impact of sleep on your body and recommends bedtime rituals and snacks that encourage good rest. The Importance of Sleep Quality sleep gives your body time to recuperate and repair itself for future activity. Sleep.
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Clinical Nutrition Assistant, Rachel Naar, discusses how our eating habits may change in the fall and compiles a list of healthy treats – from gluten-free apple tarts to chili roasted pumpkin seeds – you can make to satisfy your sweet tooth. She includes a variety of ideas suitable for different food sensitivities and preferences. Changing
Physio Logic’s Chiropactor, Dr. Mike Distler, demonstrates Active Release Technique (ART) on three different leg muscles, commonly injured by runners. Active Release Technique is used extensively by our chiropractors to treat injuries and conditions such as patellofemoral pain syndrome, iliotibial band friction syndrome, medial tibial stress syndrome (shin splints), achilles tendinitis, and plantar fasciitis. Active Release
Nutrition Assistant, Rachel Naar, raises some concerns regarding the consumption of Xanthan gum. The gluten-free market is taking over just about every cafe and supermarket these days. You may have flipped over some of those products and wondered about some of the ‘science-y’ sounding terms. Just what is xanthan gum and is it safe for
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Using running shoes without the right “fit” for your foot can seriously affect your performance and in some cases, lead to serious injury. Physical Therapist, Dr. Sarah Whiteside, DPT, PT shares some advice on picking the right running shoes. Appropriate footwear is key to preventing injuries of the feet, ankles, knees, hips and even the lower
Chiropractor, Dr. Ken Brassington, explains the two most common causes for disc herniations and how the chiropractic team at Physio Logic uses Flexion Distraction Decompression to treat this kind of injury. What is Flexion Distraction Decompression? Flexion Distraction Decompression is a therapeutic technique used to treat people with a variety of pain syndromes that have
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Physio Logic’s Chiropractor & Acupuncturist, Dr. Allison Heffron, shares some effective exercises to help strengthen important muscle groups related to hip stability. Practicing these exercises frequently will prevent injury and improve overall balance. IMPORTANT NOTE: Although these are being demonstrated and instructed it is not advised to perform these unless you have been prescribed these
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Physical therapist, Dr. Klaus Dobra, PT, DPT, CSCS, discusses the structure of the cervical spine and suggests exercises you can use to avoid neck pain. In order to understand the importance of treating cervical pain, it is important to first understand the anatomy, etiology, and epidemiology of the condition. ‘[Cervical] pain is the fourth
We’ve all heard the phrase ‘what to expect when you’re expecting,’ but what about what you should EAT when you’re expecting? Or how about how to care for yourself BEFORE you’re expecting? Here we take a deep dive into the nutritional needs of mothers. Allow us to separate fact from fiction and ease your baby-brained
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Physio Logic’s Head Chiropractor, Dr. Stephen Szaro, explains how lateral epicondylitis, more commonly known as “tennis elbow,” is caused and how a combination of FAKTR and Kinesio Taping is used to treat it. Lateral Epicondylitis, more commonly known as “Tennis Elbow,” is an irritation of the tissue connecting the forearm muscle to the elbow. A
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Acupuncturist & Chiropractor, Dr. Allison Heffron, explains the causes of elbow pain and the benefits of using acupuncture to relieve pain during physical rehab treatment. You play golf and your elbow acts up. You play tennis and your elbow acts up. You may even be doing push-ups and, oddly, your elbow acts up. Why? You
