No one wants to be in pain during the summer when there’s so much to do! Pain can prevent us from living our best summer life. As we spend more time outdoors engaging in activities like hiking, swimming, and biking, the potential for neck, back and overall muscle pain increases. Gentle, targeted spinal alignments along with soft tissue therapy release tension and pressure, relieving pain and preventing injury. This improves overall mobility, allowing you to stay active and enjoy summer to the fullest. Fortunately, maintaining your health and happiness is easier when chiropractic care is part of your summer wellness routine.
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Limited Mobility – We Come to You!
Occupational Therapy (OT) supports individuals of all ages who experience physical, cognitive, or psychosocial challenges. OT’s help people regain independence and improve their ability to participate in everyday activities—despite illness, injury, or disability. These activities, or “occupations,” include things individuals need to do (such as dressing or eating), want to do (such as hobbies or socializing), and are expected to do (such as working or caregiving). OT’s also specialize in hospital discharge planning, case management, musculoskeletal and brain injury, mental health, work rehabilitation, ergonomics, equipment prescription, and home adaptations.
Clean Eating Recipe
Ginger Mojito Mocktail. 1-inch grated ginger. 1-inch grated cucumber. Juice of half a lime. 6 mint leaves. 1 cup sparkling water. Muddle ginger, cucumber, and lime in a bowl. Strain the mixture into your glass using a small strainer. rub mint leaves together and place in glass. Add ice and top with half ginger beer, half sparkling water. Stir and garnish with your choice of lime wheels, ginger, cucumber or mint. Enjoy!
Book Club:
Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence.
In Dopamine Nation, Dr. Anna Lembke, psychiatrist and author, explores the exciting new scientific discoveries that explain why the relentless pursuit of pleasure leads to pain . . . and what to do about it. Condensing complex neuroscience into easy-to-understand metaphors, Lembke illustrates how finding contentment and connectedness means keeping dopamine in check.
July Trivia
.1. What frozen treat was invented in 1905 by an 11-year-old boy? 2. What percentage of watermelons are water? 3. TRUE OR FALSE? One in 3 cancers diagnosed worldwide is skin cancer.
Did You Know?
Deep breathing, like the 4-4-8 technique, reduces stress, calms the nervous system, improves focus, and supports better sleep. It may help with pain management, lower blood pressure, and boost oxygen levels. Practice by inhaling, holding, and exhaling slowly in a relaxed position to feel more centered and at ease. Closing your eyes can deepen relaxation and reduce distractions. Just a few minutes a day can make a noticeable difference in your overall well-being, helping you feel more balanced and refreshed.
Laughter is the Best Medicine
A recent study has found that women who carry a little extra weight, live longer than the men who mention it.
Words to Live By
“The world is reflecting back to you the thoughts you think, the words you speak and the actions you take. If you want to change the world, you must start within yourself.” – Keith Macpherson
Words to Live By
“Remember that any form of fear or worry will cut off the abundant flow in your life, so stay connected to love.” – Keith Macpherson
July Trivia Answers
.1. A popsicle. 2. 92%. 3. True. Protect yourself against the sun!
Homemade Frozen Yogurt
Ingredients: 1 cup plain greek yogurt; 4 cups frozen strawberries (or other fruit); 3-4 Tbsp pure maple syrup; 1 tsp vanilla extract. Directions: Add ingredients to your food processor. Pulse and blend until a thick “froyo” texture is formed. Serve and enjoy right away, or freeze for a firmer texture. Happy Summer!
