Fascia Health

Fascia is the layer of collagenous, soft connective tissue that surrounds muscles, groups of muscles, blood vessels, and nerves. It binds some of these structures together, allows others to slide and glide against one another with minimal resistance, and transmits movement from muscles to bones. The fascial tissue is becoming known to have its own contractile properties and playing a much more vital role in motor control due to its composition of fibroblasts and nerve receptors. Essentially fascia is the fibrous network that holds us together, and it is important that we take care of it. 

Fascia training can lead to better performance and less injury

The Fascial Abrasion Technique (FAT-Tool) is a technique used in conjunction with other treatments including exercises to facilitate re-patterning of the tissue. It helps decrease congestion in tissue due to lymph and blood flow issues. This technique also increases motor control by stimulating various receptors which will help to create stability and strength in the area.

Contact us today to learn more about this type of treatment!

Do Away With Pain!

Pain can be more than just a physical discomfort; it may be detrimental in a variety of ways, for it can affect functional, emotional, and psychological aspects of your life as well. Depression, anxiety, or irritability may result depending on the level of pain. One can benefit from pain management and treatment in order to attain a better quality of life. You will feel less stress, be able to move around more easily, and have fewer complications. Here are some ways you can manage pain.

1. Relax. Find a comfortable, quiet place to relax. Breathe deep, slow breaths and focus on doing this in a rhythmic pattern for about 20 minutes.
2. Distract yourself. Thinking about something other than your pain can help. This may include visiting with a friend, listening to your favorite music, reading, or watching television.
3. Over the counter medications. Acetaminophen and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, reduce fever and relieve pain caused by muscle aches and stiffness, but only NSAIDs can also reduce swelling and irritation.
4.  See a healthcare provider. Whether it is a physical therapist, a massage therapist, or your family doctor, they have the background to potentially determine what is causing the pain and provide suggestions for proper treatment .

Pain is complex and caused by a multitude of issues, which means people respond to its debilitating factors in a variety of ways. Remedies and pain management techniques are not the same for everyone, so discover what works best for you. You deserve a better quality of life! 

Viscera Health

Inflammatory Causing Foods

Inflammation is the healthy response to injury and infection. The inflammatory process is a way of defending our bodies by sending immune cells and key nutrients to affected areas. However, there is a difference between inflammation as a defense mechanism and chronic inflammation, which can be potentially dangerous. Chronic inflammation may occur from being overweight, experiencing lots of stress, and living a sedentary lifestyle, and it may lead to numerous other diseases.

Last week we talked about foods that can reduce inflammation. Today we will discuss some foods which can be known for causing inflammation. In order to limit inflammation, try avoiding excessive intake of the following foods.

Alcohol – Over consumption of alcoholic beverages may increase your body’s inflammatory response, especially in the liver, larynx, and stomach.

Bagels and other starches – These foods typically contain gluten, which can trigger an inflammatory response that leads to bloating or digestion changes.

Sugary foods – Foods ranging anywhere from Snickers to sweetened yogurt can increase blood glucose levels. Heightened levels promote the release of chemical messengers that elevates the body’s immune response.

Trans fats – Too much can damage the cells lining the blood vessels, which in turn, induces inflammation.

Omega 6 fatty acids – These are found in common cooking oils like canola, corn and soybean oil. They expose our bodies to free radicals which cause inflammation. Olive oil or coconut oils are more stable fats that should be used instead.