If you have heard of Chinese medicine, then you have probably heard of meridians. The meridian theory is one of the fundamental theories of Chinese medicine, like the yin-yang and five-element theory. Learning about meridians can help us better understand how Chinese medical techniques, such as acupuncture and moxibustion, work to cure disease and how […]
Heart Disease and How to Avoid It
Coronary artery disease, also known as coronary heart disease, is the number one killer of both men and women in the United States (1). Major risks for the development of CAD include a sedentary lifestyle, unhealthy diets, smoking, obesity, and metabolic disorders. What is it (CAD)? Partial blockage of a coronary artery characterizes the heart […]
Exercise for Chronic Pain
Unresolved pain affects a person’s overall health, whether it be physical, mental, or spiritual. People suffering from chronic pain are more likely to become overweight, depressed, or non-functional. Over time, the detrimental effects of pain can take away from independence and leave a person in need of assistance for performing basic tasks such as going […]
How to Boost Your Endurance
Muscle endurance is good not only for sports but for everyday activities as well. Performance in sports like distance running, swimming, and weight lifting will all benefit from a boost of endurance. Daily tasks become easier with endurance training and there are many benefits of exercise on overall health. What is Muscle Endurance? Muscle […]
Core Exercises Missing from your Training Routine
If you are a fitness enthusiast or an athlete, you will probably agree that choosing core exercises well is very crucial. Some core exercises have more benefits than others. They give the trainer more balance and strength even to perform other workouts. Athletes are in a better position to succeed in their core exercises when […]
The Principles of Exercise
Engaging in a regular exercise routine benefits overall health. But many of us engage in regular exercise with specific goals in mind including weight-loss, muscle growth, and athletic performance. Regardless of fitness goals, it is always good to learn about the principles of exercise and how these can help us reach those goals. Overload […]
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, […]
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 […]