CORE BLOG

Respiratory health is of major concern for many given the on-going COVID-19 pandemic and the effects of the California wildfires on air quality. Luckily, there is much we can do to improve our respiratory health and lower our anxiety in a holistic manner. Examples include massage therapy, osteopathic manipulative treatment ...

The CZU lightning complex fires have displaced many during an on-going pandemic. It is a critical time in which community support for evacuees and first responders is of utmost importance. However, the dangers of wildfire affect more than just those forced to leave their homes. The smoke has negative effects ...

Exponential healing Our bodies consist of an intricate network of biological mechanisms. From bones to muscles, to nerves, to hormones, our we cannot heal properly without these all components functioning optimally. Your success is limited by overall lifestyle health. When introducing multiple modalities into the treatment plan, each facet of the body is allowed to function better, ...

Evacuation Zones Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds 2601 E. Lake Ave in Watsonville. SC Moose lodge (offering water and a place to wait it out) 2470 El Rancho DR, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 831-438-1817 7th day Adventist 1931 Old San Jose rd, Soquel 95073  Know your Evac Zone and Zone Info ...

At a molecular level, peptides are small chains of amino acids that form proteins. They are essential molecules that help make up the structure of our biological systems. Serving as signals between our cells, peptides play a hugely important roll in bodily function. They work by binding to receptors in ...

When we talk about the vascular (or circulatory) system we are referring to our arteries, veins, and lymphatic vessels. All of these vessels are important because they are in charge of delivering oxygen and nutrients to most of the body as well as recycling excess fluid to prevent its accumulation ...

While the COVID-19 pandemic was temporarily overshadowed by political distress, social movements, and the holidays, it is still very much top of the news headlines. California, which was doing well to mitigate the spread initially, now has the highest number of total COVID-19 cases (356,178 cases) as of July 15, ...

Research on the human microbiome is revolutionizing the medical field and health as we know it. Microbial populations living in and on our bodies have unique genetic contributions to our metabolism, incidence of disease, aging, and behavior. The study of the human microbiome is opening the doors to new therapeutic ...

The lymphatic system involves a network of vessels and specialized tissues that regulate immune function in the body. It is a type of vascular “sewer” or “drainage” system that collects fluid and waste from tissues throughout the body, filters it, and brings it back into circulation. A healthy lymphatic system ...

The hip labrum is a ring of tough fibrocartilage that supports the acetabulofemoral joint (the ball-and-socket joint between the hip and femur). When the hip labrum becomes injured, it can lead to hip instability, abnormal rubbing of bones, cartilage degeneration, and predisposes the individual to hip osteoarthritis (OA). Labral tears ...

Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS) is a painful condition of the iliotibial (IT) band. Endurance trainers such as long-distance runners and cyclists are at higher risk, but ITBS can affect anyone. Poor training practice ( e.g. improper form, no warm-up, or going “HAM”) also puts people at greater risk for ITBS ...

Nutrition care is an important part of the prevention and treatment of respiratory illness. Proper nutrient intake may lower the likelihood of respiratory infections and can cut the severity and length of illness.  Vitamin D The role of vitamin D in health is well recognized. It supports the immune system ...