There are many different ways to adjust a patient and the activator is just another one of our tools in our tool box to give our patients the best possible
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Massage and chiropractic treatments are incredibly beneficial for relieving tension, reducing pain, improving flexibility, and promoting overall wellness. However, many people underestimate the importance of staying hydrated before and after
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Looking for a delicious and nutritious breakfast option? Look no further! Try our protein-packed pancake/waffle recipe featuring Just Ingredients protein powder. Not only is it easy to make, but it’s
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What is Normatec?
Normatec is a compression therapy device used to redefine athletic performance and recovery for your arms, legs, or hips. It uses a unique intermittent pressure system to mimic
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Have you ever wanted to try Just Ingredients products without the commitment of purchasing a whole bag of a flavor you may not like?? Or maybe you’d love to travel
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In a pain and performance session to fully rehabilitate movement of injury Mychal test different sensations to see if the area of the body is fully functioning and to see what stimulus you can provide yourself at home to help speed up the rehab process. In the extremities the sensations from side to side should be the same. Example if I provide vibration stimulus to the thumb on one side, the other thumb should feel the same. It is important to check multiple receptors as each run to different spinal tracts and can affect pain and movement. The sensations that are easy to test are, light touch, pressure, vibration, temperature, and sharp vs dull. If any of the receptor’s tests have deficit side to side, it can also create motor output problems.
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When it comes to choosing a massage technique, it can be overwhelming to navigate the various options available. Two popular choices often offered are deep tissue massage and firm pressure massage. While they may seem similar at first glance, there are significant differences between the two. Let's talk about these differences to help you make a more informed decision during your next appointment.
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Muscle Tone 101
Muscles have two jobs; the two jobs are simple contract and relax. Often when there is pain or muscle weakness it’s because the body has developed trigger points
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Winter is here, and snow removal tasks, such as shoveling heavy snow or pushing a snowblower, can lead to injuries if not done correctly. When it comes to removing snow
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There are many different kinds of tendinopathy at the elbow that can occur. Inner elbow pain and outer elbow pain (medial epicondylitis or lateral epicondylitis) are other tendinopathies that often
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Did you know massage can help regulate hormones like oxytocin and serotonin? Research shows that massage can reduce stress hormones in your body and relax and loosen your muscles.
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Heading into the holiday season, we may find ourselves wanting to gift someone a home care product. Ames Spine and Sport has compiled a list of our favorite items and
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Patellar tendonitis, commonly known as "jumper's knee," is a painful condition that affects the tendon connecting the kneecap (patella) to the shinbone (tibia). This injury is often seen in athletes,
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Understanding Sever's Disease: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention
At our office, we understand the unique challenges that young athletes face, including injuries that can hinder their performance and enjoyment of sports. One
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What is an MVP package?
An MVP package essentially means that you pay for x number of massages/chiropractic/acupuncture visits at one time (ahead of time) that ultimately saves you a percentage
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Teaching is a calling, not just a job. It is very easy to forget about self-care while you spend most of your day taking care of everyone else around you.
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