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What Really Causes Migraines?
Many people have tried to answer this question over the years. The most recent contender is Dr. Peter James Goadsby, and what he has to say is really turning heads.

Therapy for Chronic Elbow Pain in Spokane
At Synergy Healthcare in Spokane, we offer physical therapy and Occupational therapy to help you with elbow pain. Do you have elbow pain you cannot get rid of from tennis,

Injury Profile: Strain (Pulled Muscle)
What Is a Strain? As the name implies this injury occurs when the muscle is pulled or stretched beyond its capacity cause the fibers or tendons to tear. Strains can

Traumatic Injury Profile: Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)
To kick off (no pun intended) our new “Injury Profile” series I thought “Why not start with a sport that causes a ridiculous number of injuries?” So I looked into

Yikes! I Have a Migraine… or Do I?
Headaches are a pain in general but they sometimes can be a sign of some deeper issue. How can you tell if you have a migraine or a simple tension

How to Use Your Heart Rate to Gauge Exercise Intensity
Dig out your calculator, a piece of paper and a pencil… It’s time to do some math to figure out how to use your heart rate to gauge exercise intensity!

Embrace Spring Fever – Walk!
The forecast has been checked – no freezing temperatures in sight, and that means we are officially in spring! Allow the confetti and dancing bears to calm down for a

Smoking – Is It REALLY Bad for You?
In one word: YES! On so many levels and in so many ways, that little cigarette is sabotaging your life. Nicotine addiction is one of strongest addictions out there. Quitting

Feldenkrais: Unlock a Better Yoga Experience
While yoga poses create awareness, they can become habitual in the way they are practiced. Without realizing it, many are using more effort than is needed. This can lead to

What is Yoga?
Yoga is everywhere – in studios, gyms, television and even for your video game console! Simply put, yoga is a set of specific body postures with the goal of improving

Strain Counterstrain for Headaches & Sinus Problems
Sinus pressure, facial pain, sinus congestion, and headaches are patient complaints that we hear every week. Patients with these symptoms can be treated with a Strain Counterstrain approach that helps the

From Muscle Pain to Flexibility with Awareness Through Movement
What Can You Expect If You Come to an Awareness Through Movement® Class? Awareness Through Movement is a group lesson in a casual, relaxed setting. They can be done lying or