Music is a universal language. At its best, it has the power to lift our spirits and transport us to another time or place. But did you know it also has the power to help manage chronic pain? The Ancient Greeks tapped into the healing power of music, issuing musical “prescriptions” for a wide assortment…

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The holiday season is upon us! However, the warm Southern California weather may not set the “winter wonderland” scene you were hoping for. Fortunately there are plenty of local holiday festivities to attend! If you’re looking for a way to get into the holiday spirit, look no further! We’ve put together a list of some…

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Maintain healthy posture habits while shopping online this holiday season. ☑ Phone or laptop fully charged ☑ High speed internet ☑ Favorite shopping websites bookmarked ☑ Credit card number memorized ☐ Healthy posture habits You’ve got everything checked off on your list for online shopping this Cyber Monday, but there’s one important item you may have skimmed…

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We’ve all seen it: Someone rubs a hip, knee, elbow or finger joint and declares that a storm is on the way. Do they really know? Well, studies show that any change in barometric pressure—which is the force exerted by the atmosphere—during cold or damp weather can cause an inflammatory response in joints. That’s because…

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There’s no better feeling than spending quality time with loved ones during the holiday season. However, reuniting with family and friends can sometimes mean a painfully long trip. Whether it’s a cross-country car ride, hours standing in the airport, or long periods of sitting on a train, these tips can easily help mitigate the acute…

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No better time to create beneficial sleep habits than on the start of Daylight Savings! Turning the clock backwards is a great way to “gain” and extra hour of sleep – if you keep up with the best sleeping habit practices! The benefits of a good night’s sleep range from increased energy, to an improved…

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Soon the streets will be filled with pirates, fairies, ghosts and princesses, all with one goal in mind – collect as much candy as possible! It’s easy to snack on sugary treats during this candy-filled holiday. But did you know that these foods tend to promote inflammation? Inflammation is a complex biological response initiated by…

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Fall is finally here, and you know what that means – Fall sports! There’s nothing quite like the anticipation before the kick-off, swish of a tennis racket, and the roar of a crowd after scoring a touchdown. However, with the incredible plays and tests of athleticism, comes the inevitable sports injuries. One of the most…

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The human nervous system is astonishingly complex. To relay vital messages throughout the body, as many as 2,500 electrical signals can pass along a single nerve cell, or neuron, in just one second. If the nervous system is damaged, nerve signals can go awry and cause intense pain to an organ or body region. Quite…

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Sciatica is a term that describes leg pain that travels from the lower back, through the buttock, and down the leg. Living with sciatica can mean constant discomfort and pain. A sneeze, cough, laugh or the slightest bend in the wrong direction can aggravate the pain—which feels like a mild tingling, weakness, aching, or burning….

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