CORE BLOG
What is Arthritis?
The term arthritis refers to the inflammation of joints. This inflammation can happen for many reasons including wear-and-tear, infections, and autoimmune disorders. While it is common in the general population it is especially prevalent in older adults. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), from 2013 to 2015 approximately 54.4 million adults were diagnosed […]
Where Chiropractic Care Meets Physical Therapy
Sports ChiroTherapy™: Where Chiropractic Care Meets Physical Therapy You can find physical therapy and chiropractic care at many different separate practices. However, only at Santa Cruz CORE can you find Sports ChiroTherapy™, an innovative way to overcome the pain of an acute or chronic injury and get back into top form. Learn more about Sports […]
Exercise and the Heart
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the number one killer in the United States. What is worse is that despite the many guidelines and risk factors released by the American Heart Association (AHA) and the World Health Organization (WHO), Americans continue to engage in high-risk activities for CVDs. Such high risks activities include sedentary lifestyles, unhealthy diets, […]
Why are we Donating to the Coastal Watershed Council?
At Santa Cruz CORE, our mission is to help people on their paths to optimal health. This includes the alignment and wellness of body, mind, and spirit. Many people experience an imbalance of wellness. This is often because we focus on our body’s health but neglect our mind and spirit, or vise versa. It is […]
Massage and Autonomic Nerve Activity
Many of the benefits of massage therapy that we experience are mediated by the autonomic nervous system. The autonomic nervous system, also known as the involuntary nervous system, is largely involved in the physiological effects of both stress and relaxation. The autonomic nervous system consists of the sympathetic and the parasympathetic nervous systems, which affect […]
Surprising Health Benefits of Massage Therapy
There are many reasons people seek massage therapy, but most are interested in relaxation. A deep sense of well-being is achieved through the calming music, low lights, and overall pampering, while the massage soothes sore muscles. But did you know that massage has some specific and measurable health benefits as well? Here are 6 surprising health […]
Superfood: The Mighty Pomegranate
Humankind has long seen the pomegranate as special. The Ancient Greeks, Christians, Jews, Muslims, Buddhists, and Zoroastrians all held the fruit sacred at various times throughout history. Perhaps its association with holiness (and sometimes fertility) led to its association with health. This is particularly the case in England, where the fruit appears on the crests […]
The Importance of Hydration
Now that the hot summer is here, it is important to stay hydrated at all times. However, dehydration is a problem year round, not just in the summer. Caffeinated, sugary drinks like iced lattes and energy drinks, for example, are very popular and contribute to dehydration. When blood sugar levels rise there is an increase […]
Pivot Towards Your Purpose
A pivot point is an event or moment that changes the direction of your life. It is a sad fact that many people in our current society do not end up doing what they love. In 2013, The Washington Post announced that only 27 percent of college graduates had a job that was closely related to […]