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Sciatica pain: why it happens, where it happens, how it is treated and who do you need to see
Why sciatica pain? The sciatic nerve is made up of a bundle of nerves that branch off your spinal cord and is considered to be the longest and thickest nerve in your body. When this nerve becomes irritated or injured it... Read More
Lessons from hurricane Helene
Loss is something we all face, whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a job, a relationship, or even a sense of purpose. Despite its universality, many of us try to suppress or downplay these emotions in an attempt... Read More
Why chiropractic care
This is a question I hear often, and I understand why. Before becoming a chiropractor, I worked as an emergency room nurse. In the hospitals where I worked, chronic pain was one of the main reasons people sought medical attention. Interestingly,... Read More
How heart rate variability is measured and why is it important?
Heart Rate Variability (HRV) is the measurement of the variation in time between each heartbeat. While your heart beats with a regular rhythm, the time interval between beats is not always the same. For example, if your heart rate is... Read More
What is Polyvagal Theory (in Simple Terms)?
That’s a fantastic question! Polyvagal theory, developed by Dr. Stephen Porges, explores how the stresses we encounter and how we've been conditioned to handle them impact our health and well-being. Polyvagal theory is built on three main principles: co-regulation, neuroception, and... Read More
Unleashing the Power of Your Brain: A Beginner's Guide to Neuroplasticity
Have you ever heard the phrase "You can't teach and old dog new tricks"? Older neuroscience research had stated that our brains stopped growing around age 25. This was based on a study that looked at rodents living in a... Read More
Oxytocin...the hormone of labor, love and more!
You may have heard about the stress hormone cortisol and how it can affect your body. There is another hormone that is pretty much the opposite of cortisol I would like to tell you about and that is oxytocin. Oxytocin is... Read More
Let's make kicking stress top of our New Year's resolutions for 2024!
Let’s talk about stress, particularly the stress hormone cortisol. Cortisol is a tiny hormone that plays a big role in your body. It influences everything from our energy levels to our immune system. Cortisol is produced by our adrenal glands, and it... Read More
The Marvelous Connection Between Your Mind, Emotions, and Health
Psychoneuroimmunology....this mouthful of a word is a mash up of psychology, neuroscience and immunology and it has been around since the late 1970's. To put it simply, psychoneuroimmunology is the study of how your thoughts and feelings can impact your... Read More
Navigating the Holidays: Understanding Holiday Stress and its Impact on Your Health
The holiday season is often depicted as a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, for many individuals, this time of the year can also bring about a unique set of challenges that lead to increased stress levels. In this... Read More
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