Recent Articles

Acupuncture: A Ray of Hope for Managing Oxidative Stress in Recurrent Pregnancy Loss

October 2, 2023

Recent studies have showcased an intimate link between oxidative stress (OS) and recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL). Oxidative stress, characterized by an imbalance between the production of reactive oxygen species and the body’s antioxidant defense system, is implicated in the etiology of RPL. The deficient antioxidant protection fails to neutralize the deleterious effects of reactive oxygen

The Remarkable Healing Power of Ozone Injection Therapy for Chronic Pain and Arthritis

October 1, 2023

Ozone injection therapy is a novel medical treatment that involves injecting a mixture of ozone and oxygen into the body to alleviate pain. This therapy has been gaining recognition for its potential benefits in managing chronic pain conditions, particularly those related to musculoskeletal disorders. The key benefits of ozone injection for pain include reduced inflammation,

Gluteus Medius Pain – What it is, what causes it, and what you can do about it

September 8, 2023

What causes gluteus medius pain? What are the different types of injuries that happen to the gluteus medius? What are your treatment options? Is there something other than just rest, ice, physical therapy or a cortisone injection? What happens if you do nothing? Let’s explore what’s going on with your gluteus medius and what you can do for it.

Dry Needling for TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder)

August 30, 2023

What is TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder)? TMJ, or Temporomandibular Joint Disorder, is a common condition that affects the jaw joint and surrounding muscles. It can cause pain and discomfort in the jaw, face, and neck, making it difficult for individuals to perform simple daily activities like eating and speaking. In this article, we will provide

Non-surgical Trigger Finger Treatment in Tampa, FL

June 19, 2023

Trigger finger can be an annoying and limiting condition, causing pain and discomfort when you try to bend or straighten your fingers. But now there is a new non-surgical treatment available at our clinic in Tampa, FL that can help alleviate the symptoms of trigger finger without the need for surgery! Come find out how we can help you get back to living life with free movement in your hands.

Why is my QL muscle always tight?

June 6, 2023

Why is my QL muscle always tight? First we need to understand that your L5 vertebrae #1 spot in your low back that has a lot of forces on it, so it wants to be stable at all costs. The QL is a strong stabilizing muscle that attaches directly off your L5 vertebrae to stabilize

What is Neurofunctional Acupuncture?

May 14, 2023

Neurofunctional acupuncture is a powerful tool that can be used to treat a wide range of conditions. It is based on the understanding that the nervous system is responsible for coordinating all of the body’s functions, including movement, pain, and sensation. By stimulating the nervous system with acupuncture needles, we can help to restore balance and function to the body.

Re-thinking Plantar Fasciitis: Everything you need to know about fixing foot pain

January 24, 2023

Up until the early 2000’s we labeled foot pain especially on the bottom of the heel as “plantar fasciitis”. The idea was the connective tissue (fascia) on the bottom of the foot was inflamed and causing pain due to overuse.

Because the thought process was plantar fascia was inflamed the treatments (and still the most common approach) was to decrease inflammation with ice, medications like NSAIDs and rest. When this didn’t work rest, orthotics, physical therapy to stretch the foot / calf and cortisone injections were then used.

The problem is these methods don’t work for the vast majority of people and studies show that over 50% of patients still have foot pain 15 years after it starts!

Neural Fascial Acupuncture

January 13, 2023

Neural Fascial Acupuncture is a modern approach to treating chronic pain being pioneered by Dr. Josh Hanson, DACM. It works by reducing mechano-sensitivity (those really tender spots you press on) by realigning collagen fibers and restoring range of motion to our fascial system (the stuff that connects all your muscles together).

Shoulder Pain – Rotator Cuff Tears & Integrative Options

January 13, 2023

Rotator cuff tears can be a painful and debilitating injury, limiting range of motion in the shoulder and causing difficulty with everyday activities. The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles located around the shoulder joint which help to stabilize it during movement. Tears occur when there is damage to one or more of these muscles, resulting in pain and decreased mobility. In some cases, surgery may be necessary for treatment but luckily there are also integrative options available that can provide relief from pain and limited range of motion associated with rotator cuff tears.

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