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COVID-19’s lingering symptoms As we learn more about COVID-19 and how it affects the body, researchers have discovered that some symptoms may persist even after an infected individual is no longer contagious. Professionals at Michigan Medicine at the University of Michigan who are assisting with the recovery of COVID-19 patients have recently reported that patients are facing neurological, cognitive, and …
Lots of beautiful leaves falling in your yard calls for more yard work–especially raking! Unfortunately, if you use improper form, raking leaves can leave you with sore shoulders, low back pain, aching knees, muscle strains, and other pains associated with poor raking mechanics. To help you prepare before tackling that leaf pile, here are five tips to help keep you …
October is National Chiropractic and Physical Therapy Month. It’s fitting that these treatment therapies share an awareness month because they work hand in hand when it comes to treating many musculoskeletal conditions, including chronic pain. What is chronic pain? Chronic pain is prevalent, especially in the US, affecting nearly one-third of the population (1). Not all pain is considered chronic …
Chiropractic care is not just for back pain. And it isn’t just about “cracking” backs. Evidence-based chiropractors bring a depth of knowledge and skill to help with a wide range of ailments and at much less cost and disruption than other treatments, like surgery. “After all, chiropractors—health care professionals who specialize in musculoskeletal system and nervous system disorders—heal everything from …
Lazy or Deconditioning? The seasons are changing, the gym is closed, and you’ve been relaxing–enjoying the lazy, hazy days of summer. Taking a day off here and there is no problem. But if you’ve been consistently missing your regular run, bike ride, or gym session and notice some aches and pains showing up, you might have the beginnings of deconditioning. …
Forest Bathing Did you like our previous blog on Nature’s Effect on Health? Just spending more time in nature can change small elements of your health, and it is important to recognize that these small changes over time add up significantly and can change the trajectory of your health in the future. Because of the great opportunities to submerge ourselves …
Nature’s Effect on Health What we take in from our environment through any sense — sound, smell, or sight — all can change our mood. But did you know that it can also cause changes in our other bodily systems including your nervous, endocrine, and even your immune system? A stressful environment can make you feel anxious, sad, or helpless. …
Whether you are working from home or back in the office, this checklist can help you use posture as medicine. Didn’t know your posture could be medicine? Take a quick review of our previous blog about ergonomics. 5 Tip Checklist Check your chair2, 3, 6 Sit close to your work station, with your feet flat on the floor or a …
Ergonomics at your desk If you are working from home (#wfh), you may be working from a very makeshift station: a kitchen table, a coffee table, or card table in a bedroom (if you have a designated spot at all). You probably set up this post by yourself. And you likely did not consult an OSHA agent on its long …
By Dr. Corrin Schreyer As the COVID-19 pandemic unfolds, it affects nearly every aspect of our lives: from home and work, to children and everyday routines. You may be wondering, like many others, when will the chaos be over? How should I navigate my life in the midst of this? We are excited to share some evidence-based information to help …
