We use our hands for everything. From eating to writing and typing, our hands are a huge part of everyday life, productivity, and independence. Pathologies affecting hand function are therefore detrimental in more ways than one. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is one such pathology. Individuals suffering from CTS find it hard to carry out everyday tasks […]
Boost Immune System with Lymphatic Massage
A lymphatic massage is one that stimulates the lymph nodes and promotes lymphatic drainage. The manual techniques involved in this massage aim to drain excess fluid from muscles and connective tissues. This makes a person feel better by reducing swelling throughout the body and by flushing out toxins and waste products from body tissues. Lymphatic […]
33rd Annual Paddlefest Competition
Paddlefest: a Palooza of Surfing, Paddling, and Racing! CORE was ecstatic to participate (again) in this year’s 33rd Annual Paddlefest! This was a 3-day event highlighting Steamer Lane competition and Cowell’s classic. Paddlefest went out with a bang on the last day with a 5k/ 10k. The race was presented by Covewater Paddle Surf. What Competition! Every year Steamer Lane […]
Girls Rock Post-Ride Fun!
All Girls Rock, but Who are the Girls Rock of Santa Cruz? On March 23rd, the Girls Rock Santa Cruz Mountain Bikers started and ended their monthly ride at our amazing neighbor, Patagonia, on River Street. Girls Rock mission is to “inspire Bay Area women mountain bikers with rides and resources that are supportive, social, […]
Combining Services at Santa Cruz CORE
At Santa Cruz CORE our services complement each other. Personal training and nutrition counseling, for example, go hand-in-hand when it comes to weight-loss. Corrective exercise, massage therapy, and acupuncture together can achieve greater results for treating pain. Thanks to our wide range of services, a client can combine many of our treatment modalities to better […]
Reducing the Risks for Heart Attack and Stroke
There are many factors that contribute to the prevalence of heart attack (MI) and stroke (“brain attack”). Both heart attack and stroke can be acute manifestations of the vascular disease known as atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is a vascular condition by which a fatty plaque forms within an artery wall and compromises its ability to deliver blood. […]
Atherosclerosis: The Root of Vascular Disease
Vascular diseases are among the leading causes of death in the U.S. and worldwide. Examples of vascular diseases include cardiovascular disease (CVD), cerebrovascular disease (CBVD), and peripheral artery disease (PAD). Vascular diseases, or diseases of the blood vessels, lead to many complications including heart attacks and strokes. What is Atherosclerosis? Atherosclerosis (athero- meaning artery and […]
Yin Yang Theory
The yin-yang theory is one of the fundamental theories of Chinese Medicine. It originates in the Taoist philosophy of ancient China. Yin-yang theory provides a basis for analyzing and understanding the human body including its internal function and its relationship to the outside world. From a medical perspective, the yin-yang theory helps explain imbalances in […]
Sports ChiroTherapy Versus Traditional Chiropractic
At Santa Cruz CORE we have a unique chiropractic program that offers additional modalities that traditional chiropractic does not. The Sports ChiroTherapy program aims to treat pain at multiple levels and to make these alleviating effects long-lasting. The program consists of three treatment modalities – Hanson Muscle Therapy (HMT), chiropractic treatment and Selective Functional Movement […]
Dealing with Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is pain from inflammation of the plantar fascia, the connective tissue at the base of the foot. This connective tissue forms an arch-like shape that extends from the base of the heel and towards the toes. The plantar fascia supports body weight and movement. Who gets Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis can happen to […]
