Introducing Beth Hawk, Integrative Nutrition and Wellness Coach Athletic Advantage is excited to introduce our newest partner, Beth Hawk! Licensed through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN), Beth will provide holistic health and nutrition coaching for our practice. She prioritizes bio individuality: the idea that nobody’s health or diet is a “one size fits all” …
Everything in the universe is made up of energy vibrating at different frequencies. Even things that look solid are made up of vibrational energy fields. This includes you. History of Sound Healing It is said that sound healing is based on over 5000 years of Indian medicine. According to ancient Eastern teachings, the universe and …
We often relieve stress with physical activity like exercise or setting aside some time for a bath, but it could be more beneficial to look a littledeeper into the impact stress has on our energy. Stress can leave you feeling unfocused and unbalanced. Prolonged stress can really drain our energy, affecting us mentally and physically. …
Foot biomechanics add an interesting dimension to structural symmetry and leg length. People experience leg length changes not because it is a “normal” condition as many are led to believe. Leg length changes may be caused by hip dysplasia or fractures of the femur when the growth plate is open. But most commonly, leg length …
Knee osteoarthritis (or knee OA) can be an intimidating topic. You may have heard that knee OA is a “slow progressive” condition, which may leave you with little hope that things could ever get better without receiving a knee replacement surgery. Although this traditional view of knee OA is widespread, the course of this condition …
Hamstring strains are an extremely prevalent injury across many sports and commonly result in athletes taking time away from training to recover. Athletes participating in sports involving high-speed sprinting and kicking (such as soccer, football, track, and dance) are especially vulnerable to injury because of the substantial demands these activities place on the hamstring muscles. …
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If you are an athlete with Achilles tendinopathy, you understand first-hand how frustrating and distressing this condition can be to manage. You may be wondering about the best and quickest way to return to your recreational or sporting activities without your ankle pain limiting your performance. On one hand, you might be concerned that you …
Does My Achilles Tendinopathy Just Need Some Rest? Read More »
Surgery or physical therapy? If you have a rotator cuff tear, you have probably asked this question and may have had trouble finding an answer. The good news is you are not alone. Although both of these treatments have been around for decades, healthcare providers still debate about which one results in better outcomes. Much …
If you have low back pain, you might be concerned that something could be wrong with your spine. You may also think it is important for you to get an X-ray or MRI to determine what is causing your pain. Although these thoughts are quite common, undergoing diagnostic imaging is not necessary or beneficial for …
