Back Pain, restricted range of motion, and laxity in joint movement are all very common occurrences during our lives. That knowledge doesn’t make your back or other joints feel any better, but the good news is that there are some simple things you can do to alleviate that pain. At AIM we use a “hands-on” … Continued
Ever wonder why some people’s joint pains and aches get worse in the cold weather? Well you’re not alone. Lots of people wonder about those nagging pains, and of course, about the scientific reasons behind Granny’s “trick knee” that seems to be able to predict rainstorms. They also wonder how to fix them, or … Continued
By Erin Alberda, LAc One of the most common ailments I treat as an acupuncturist is neck pain. Some days the sheer volume of patients coming through my office with very similar complaints has my intakes sounding like a Dr. Seuss rhyme – does it hurt you when you move your head? Does it hurt … Continued
Though exercise and stretching continues to be the primary rehab treatment employed for adhesive capsulitis, or commonly known as the “frozen shoulder”, best results are only achieved if the involved muscles have been checked and treated for trigger points. Muscles that have trigger points are not able to relax properly and as a result will … Continued
by Dr. Liat Engel Have you or someone that you care about been struggling to recover from a persistent shoulder pain or limitation of shoulder mobility that just doesn’t seem to be resolving? This may be a case of “frozen shoulder” or also known as “adhesive capsulitis.” This condition affects 2-5% of the general population … Continued
Happy March to my fellow health care enthusiasts! This month’s newsletter is on a topic that can be important to anyone who wants to fully enjoy the spring and summer weather in the Pacific Northwest. Join and Body pain and the limited movement that can cause or result from it can put a huge damper … Continued
