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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 (OMT), acupuncture, and the VASPER […]

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 helps us stay healthy by […]

The word Osteopathy comes from Ancient Greek word for “bone.” Unlike the name suggests, however, the modality deals with much, much more than just bones and skeletal structures. Osteopathy encompases all aspects of allopathic medicine and offers additional hands-on manipulative treatments. It corrects mechanical restrictions to help the body heal. Osteopathic philosophy emphasizes the body’s […]

Mindfulness Meditation Mindfulness meditation is an excellent self-actualizing skill that can be practiced just about anywhere, anytime, from five minutes to an hour. Studies have shown that just a few minutes of meditation is enough to bring about positive benefits of such as improved blood flow, sleep, and concentration, as well as reduced stress and […]

Explore Your Creativity Today’s mental wellness is all about creativity. It’s a myth that some people are born with the “artistic gene.” We all have the ability to engage in and benefit from delving into our creative side. The goal is not to make something amazing or impressive (though that may be the end result), […]

Spend Time with Your Pets There are a few benefits to spending an increased amount of time around the house. Extra time with our fluffy friends is an important one. Pets are loyal, adorable, and make excellent companions. But did you know that they are also beneficial to mental wellbeing? Cuddling with animals is proven […]

We are Santa Cruz CORE Fitness + Rehab, an integrative health and wellness center providing 15+ services for injury rehabilitation, athletic performance, surgery alternatives, general fitness, and much more. When we first opened our doors 11 years ago, we had a vision: to help as many people as possible reach their optimal health. These last […]

What are facial fillers? Facial fillers such as Restylane, Perlane, and Juvederm are naturally occurring injectable gels that can be used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and other characteristics of aging skin, providing patients with a smoother and younger-looking complexion.  How do facial fillers work? Most fillers consist of hyaluronic acid, which is a […]

LISS cardio or “Low-Intensity Steady State cardio,” is not a new concept. The term describes any exercise that is low-intensity and that is carried out for long periods of time. Some would describe it as the opposite of HIIT or “High-Intensity Interval Training,” a popular technique that has gained recent attention for its potential to […]