The left side of my upper back has a constant tight feeling that’s been there for about 2 weeks. I’ve taken a break from working out for about 1.5 weeks now hoping it would go away but it hasn’t. I’m trying to give it as long as it needs to rest by not lifting but…

“My fear of back pain is taking over my life. I called off work today because I’m afraid to sit in the car and drive. My drive is only 1 1/2 miles to work. The pain is in my right leg which is used to operate the car. I can’t drive safely. I can bend…walk…but…

Acute inflammation is your body’s natural immune response to tissue damage. When you fall down and cut your knee, the cut swells, reddens become inflamed. These are all good signs that your immune system is busy at work sending white blood cells to the site of your injury to repair the tissue. In this situation, inflammation…

Big Announcement! (A Message from Dr. Annie) One of the best Christmas presents I received this year was an email from my old friend and colleague, Said Yaaqoub LMT.  I had first met Said when I opened my practice in 2005.  At that time he was working for Krueger Orthopedics providing all of their soft…

Happy New Year! (A Message from Dr. Annie) 2018 has been an amazing year.  First, we feel deep gratitude that we’ve been able to help transform so many lives this year. It’s an awesome and humbling responsibility to be trusted with your healthcare and we’ve loved being your manual therapy solution. Plus, it’s been wonderful…

It’s easy to get caught up in the latest exercise or workout routine to turn you into your ideal you – sculpted shoulders and biceps, slim waist and hips, but there’s something more basic and frankly more important to pay attention to. The best thinkers in the field of manual medicine, embrace and promote the…

Your kid says his knee hurts, or his ankle hurts, or maybe his hip… But you can’t remember anything happening to him.  He looks fine, you don’t see any cuts or swelling.  Should you take him seriously?   Does he really have a knee problem or does he just want to get out of practice?  And…

Here are my favorite tips for being healthier and more vital every day. I hope you enjoy them! 1. Skin is a reflection of your overall internal health Have you ever wondered why some people seem to have radiant glowing skin? Have you felt they must have make up talents or know a skin care…

 Are you trying to do squats, but can’t seem to get the right form?  Is your low back giving you grief?  Are your knees sore when you’re walking or hiking?  Do you sometimes feel a pain on the front of your hip when stand up, or when you stand up and take your first step? …

Concussion and Your Child – What You MUST Know A concussion is estimated to occur at a rate of 4 million cases per year and is considered the silent epidemic of kids health.  It is estimated that only 1 in 6 cases of concussion are accurately diagnosed and managed, which means you as the parent…