Opioid Addiction in Adults over 40: a Public Health Emergency
The COVID-19 pandemic has been top of mind for months. We’ve all experienced some major curveballs this year, and most people have learned a lot about public health and epidemiology along the way. But why now? Why are we finally learning how viruses attack the respiratory system, what it means to be immunocompromised, and the […]
Shoulder Pain not Going Away? This could be why…
Whether it’s shoulder pain, neck pain, back pain, or knee pain that you’re dealing with — if you have a nagging pain or injury that just won’t go away no matter what you try, it’s a clue that you’re missing something. We see this ALL the time in our office with shoulders. Folks just like […]
4 Tips to Save your Neck and Back During Summer Road Trips
Now that summer is in full swing, but a lot of people don’t feel comfortable flying, many of us are planning road trips for those special summer getaways! It’s always fun to hit the road and explore a new place — but first, let me help you out with some tips to save your neck […]
How Stress Leads to Back Pain
There is a lot going on in the world right now. And it’s impacting people in different ways. Many folks I speak with have been experiencing a rollercoaster of emotions — and their bodies are reflecting that. It’s resulting in symptoms such as more headaches, tension in their jaw, neck pain, and more back pain. […]
Movement is medicine (when prescribed properly)
I have a confession to make. A few months ago I hurt my own back. Yes, you read that correctly, the back pain expert injured her own back! I preach this ALL the time to my clients, but one of the reasons I’m so passionate about helping people with back problems is because the treatment […]
The Big Reason why Back Pain Keeps Coming Back
If you’re reading this and you’re over the age of 40, odds are pretty good that you’ve experienced back pain at some point in your life. The odds are also pretty good that you’ve experienced back pain more than once. Every few months or maybe once per year – your back “acts up”. You get rid […]
Can you get rid of Back Pain with Exercise?
With small group fitness, Pilates studios such as our own, and many gyms reopening again on June 1st, people are itching to get back into their exercise routines. In our last post, we talked about tips and considerations on things you can do to ensure your body is ready to go back, especially after weeks […]
When Gyms Reopen — Will Your Body be Ready?
The state of New Hampshire is slowly reopening, and we are so excited that small-group fitness classes can return to gyms and studios on June 1st! While many businesses, including ours, have adapted by offering online services — most clients we speak with can’t wait to get back in the studio again. The big question […]
Beyond the Mask: Five Ways to Build Immunity and Stay Healthy
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed so much of how we live, work, communicate, and think about our health. While precautions like face masks can be helpful, the best way to avoid getting seriously ill is to have a strong, healthy immune system. In our office, we’re helping people’s immune systems by making sure they stay […]
Noticing More Knee Pain during Quarantine?
Aside from back pain, the second most common complaint bringing people into our office these days is knee pain, and lately, I’ve seen a little surge. Here’s why… People are sitting a lot more, which leads to increased stiffness in your knees. And a lot of us are doing different kinds of activities than we […]
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