Category: "Wellness" Articles
December 4, 2013
“I don’t want to hear about creativity and finding other ways to move. Running is my life. It embodies everything I love. I’ve tried cycling and swimming. Nothing makes me feel as good as...
November 5, 2013
Have you seen those perfectly round “hickeys” on celebrities’ bodies? There’s Gwyneth on the red carpet, Jen at her movie premier, Posh Spice at Heathrow. But, more and more, there’s also the guy in...
September 3, 2013
Assignment: “I’d like for you to float for an hour in a shallow tank of water that has about 1,200 pounds of Epsom salt dissolved in it. Oh, and by the way, there will...
September 3, 2013
LEFT and RIGHT Call it Cross Training: The right cerebral hemisphere directs movement on the left side of the body while the left cerebral hemisphere controls the corresponding functions for the right side. The...
September 3, 2013
If you’re a music fan and a fitness enthusiast, there are a few things you should consider about tinnitus and your hearing health.
September 3, 2013
What is it? A stroke is a disease that occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted. This lack of blood flow causes brain cells to die because they stop getting the oxygen...
September 1, 2013
It’s a brave new world for ACL goers, what with two weekends of outdoor music for the first time this year. In honor of the new format and the festival’s 12th year, we revived...
August 1, 2013
When you were 20 and sprained your ankle, a bit of rest, ice, and ibuprofen usually did the trick. You were back up and going in short order. As you age, your body responds...
August 1, 2013
Five indicators for evaluating your health care provider
August 1, 2013
How to take the best care of your new tattoo
July 1, 2013
Chances are the athlete in your life is using some form of cold therapy to treat overuse injuries, chronic pain, and any acute injuries that may have arisen. Cold therapy (applying ice or cold...
July 1, 2013
Several years ago, I stopped at a restaurant on my way to Austin, where I was to begin studies in acupuncture and Oriental medicine. The waitress asked where I was headed and replied to...
July 1, 2013
The long, hard work it takes to tackle an injury.
July 1, 2013
Looking into how your family genetics can affect your cancer risks.
June 1, 2013
It is possible to overstretch muscles and other soft tissues.
