SAN FRANCISCO – Whole body cryotherapy led to significant improvements in memory and significant but less durable reductions in depressive symptoms among older patients with mild cognitive impairment in a small, uncontrolled trial. “We cannot call whole body cryotherapy a treatment yet, but we have some good preliminary results suggesting that this might be a […]
To Relieve Muscle Tension, Deeper is Not Always Better
I never thought this day would arrive. But the day has come that, as in popular music, as in fast food—we have arrived at the point where we understand that the most popular massage is not the best massage. It can even be like fast food, a steady diet of which is not nourishing and […]
9 Reasons Your Body Will Thank You for Using a Foam Roller
Time to get foam rolling. Find out the benefits and learn from the experts as to why everyone should incorporate foam rolling into their fitness regime. Have you ever wondered why you see some people using foam rollers down at the gym? To many, it’s an essential tool of their training lives, while for others […]
This Is What Looking Down at Your Cell Phone Does to Your Spine
Our cell phones and tablets have transformed the way we hold our bodies—and not for the better. Looking down at your device is like having a 60-pound weight on your neck, according to a spine surgeon. That’s like having an eight-year old sitting on your head while you’re standing trying to read your text […]
A Surprisingly Simple Method That Helps with Low Back Pain
Back Pain is more than just back pain. It can hit you deep into your emotions. Not being able to do basic things at work or home can make you feel unproductive and unable. And if you are responsible for providing for your family this can hurt your sense of value and self-esteem. This is […]