We live by using our hands to interact with the world in the most direct way. It’s hard to imagine how we could live without them, yet we tend to spend little time maintaining them. If a physical action must be repeated frequently, strain may result. Prolonged periods of work on a computer or playing an instrument can cause pain, tension, or numbness in […]
It seems that every spring we meet a world full of potential and new beginnings. What was brown and brittle is now green and growing more each day. Nature becomes renewed and cleansed and it leads us to do the same. We spend this time of year cleaning our homes in preparation for the season […]
The new year brings new resolutions for many who wish to improve their health. While many are well intentioned, not everyone will succeed in achieving lasting changes. Breaking old bad habits and forming new good ones can be difficult, but the process may be easier if you consider the following definition: A habit, from the standpoint […]
Q: Should I ice or use heat when I have an injury? A: That depends on each individual’s situation. The basic principle is that ice is best for recent traumas to relieve inflammation. Heat is best applied after an area is healed to the point where sharp feelings subside. For most issues, heat is more […]
Healing is a matter of time, but it is sometimes also a matter of opportunity – Hippocrates
Let’s explore ways we can pursue better health! I want to communicate the rich world of health news with each of you so I am writing this inaugural post of the Whole Health Chiropractic Boston blog. I picture this as a way for us to share the most relevant research, functional rehabilitation advice, and the […]