The lumbar spine is the clinical term for the lower back. When we think of low back pain, we are usually thinking of the pain of the lumbar spine. Low back pain is common among athletes and non-athletes. This is because low back pain can result from overuse, underuse, stretch injuries, and physical trauma (1). […]
Pregnancy and Exercise
A common misconception is that pregnancy is a time to only eat and rest. However, exercise and a healthy diet during pregnancy are twice as important for the health of both mother and child. A woman must try to stay physically active throughout the pregnancy and after, this lowers her chance of excessive weight gain, […]
ACL Injury Treatment
Injury to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is very common in athletes. Surgical reconstruction of the ACL is considered the standard treatment for incomplete to complete tears. Surgery, however, is very expensive, risky, and results in a long recovery. What’s worse, in addition, is that pain often lingers and can worsen. Fortunately, generative techniques can […]
Sleep Ergonomics and Beyond
Establishing healthy sleep ergonomics is vital to everyday productivity and wellness. Insufficient sleep may lead to lethargy, irritable mood, lack of focus, and a variety of other bodily issues. In many ways, sleep is the foundation for a healthy mind and body. The good news is that for most people, maximizing sleep requires a few […]
Sacroiliac Dysfunction
Injury to the sacroiliac (SI) joint can happen for many reasons from physical trauma and to carrying excess weight. When the SI joint is injured and does not heal properly it can lead to pain in the lower back and buttocks. Thus, this pain will worsen and interfere with everyday activities like walking, sitting, lifting, […]
Exercise and COPD
Many people with COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) may feel scared to exercise. After all, they can find themselves short of breath even with everyday activities. But science is on the side of exercise as it benefits mood, breathing capacity, and circulation. What is COPD? Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, or COPD, is a term used […]
Knee Arthritis Treatment
We help heal a lot of knee problems at Santa Cruz CORE. Some portion of the reason is on the grounds that knee issues are so common. In addition, other treatments that patients commonly receive don’t provide long term relief. Knee instability occurs when left untreated, or treatments fail to fix it. The flimsiness sets […]
Common Myths About Acupuncture
Acupuncture is an ancient remedy that has become incredibly popular today. Yet this common practice has become shrouded in myths and rumors. We’ll discuss some of the most often repeated myths about acupuncture. Acupuncture Hurts This myth likely got started because many people are afraid of needles. The reality, though, is that acupuncture needles are […]
The Deal with RoundUp
The herbicide known as Roundup is raising a lot of concern. This started with a lawsuit that ruled in favor of a man who developed non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma after years of exposure to RoundUp. In addition, more lawsuits are underway (1). The court stated that the company (Monsanto) failed to inform consumers of the carcinogenic effects […]
What is Rhabdomyolysis?
Extreme exercise can have its drawbacks, especially after a long period of inactivity. One such drawback is Rhabdomyolysis, a condition whose severity can range from mild to wild. With this in mind, early diagnosis is critical. At any rate, while rhabdomyolysis is not exclusively to extreme exercise, it is an outcome to watch out for. What […]