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Subclavius – Jonathan Paez, Registered Massage Thearpist
Subclavius!Did you know that the only part of your entire arm and shoulder attached to the rest of your skeleton is the sternoclavicular joint? ALL of those muscles and movements on such a small joint!This is why RMT Jonathan Paez digs in under your collar bone....
How Often Do You Eat Together as a Family? – Dr. Sarah Harbottle, ND
Families who eat together benefit in so many ways. ⠀⠀It has been shown that people eat better when they share a meal with others, regardless of their age.⠀⠀Children are also more likely to try foods other family members are enjoying.⠀⠀The physical and...
Be Stubborn About Your Goals and Flexible About Your Methods
Words of wisdom from our naturopathic doctor, Dr. Sarah Harbottle: "This pandemic has taught us many things, one of which is that we need to be flexible in our approach to... well almost everything. #buildingresilience The same holds true for our health goals....
Fun Fact – Omega 3 Supplements
FUN FACT!When buying an omega 3 supplement, look to the label for guidance. If you look closely at the label, you'll likely see 'total omega-3,' 'EPA' and 'DHA' levels listed. A higher quality product will have a high content of EPA and DHA compared to the total...
Tips for Chronic Pain by Dr. Lucas MacMillan
Dr. Lucas MacMillan, ND, goes over his top 3 tips to resolving chronic pain. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=veTo_oPHr3k
Weight Loss – Dr. Sarah Harbottle, ND
Often patients come to see me looking for help with weight loss. They've tried various diets and exercise regimes without much success. They are frustrated. They are obsessing. They think they must be doing something wrong. Can I help them? What's the latest and...
Hormones and Nutrition – Dr. Sarah Harbottle, ND
I want you to feel good. And part of that means feeling comfortable in your own skin. I get that. Nutrition (can we use that word rather than “diet”?) and exercise are important components in all of that. But they are by no means the whole equation. If you’ve been...
Scalenes Muscles and Counterstrain Technique – Jonathan Paez, RMT
The Scalenes muscles are located on the side of the neck and interact with the Brachial Plexus which is a bundle of nerves and vasculature that are responsible for the entire arm and hands. If your mouse hand at work is slightly elevated, then the scalenes...
What Is Your Squat Telling You? – Jonathan Paez, RMT
What is your squat telling you? What is your carry telling me? Why does our RMT, Jonathan Paez, make me do squats and carries? These are two very common movements throughout our day-to-day: carrying groceries or standing up from your desk at work. Jonathan Paez likes...
Dr. Zybutz Teaches You an Easy Stretch You Can Do At Home
https://youtu.be/DrjaUXa4dQs Dr. Zybutz, our chiropractor and clinic director, teaches you an easy stretch that you can do at home for your back.