Ako Collaborative Health

10/31/2024

Feet are fun! -

Have you thought about how hard your feet have to work to keep you balanced and moving? Donna and Karen definitely think about this. Both Donna and Karen took the level 1 Gait Assessment course and Donna was so interested in how feet affect our ability to load and move in our bodies that she took th...

04/28/2023

MICRONEEDLING PROCEDURES
STIMULATES FIBROBLAST PRODUCTION OF COLLAGEN AND ELASTIN, IMPROVING THE OVER ALL CONDITION OF YOUR SKIN.

03/07/2023

MicroNeedling vs. Botox While Botox is an effective way to hide many of the effects of aging, it’s a temporary solution, and will eventually have to be reapplied. Microneedling does not merely address the symptoms of aging, but it can help stimulate the natural mechanisms used by the body to regenerate healthy skin tissue. As such it can provide longer-lasting improvements, without the risks associated with over-use of Botox.
Botox is particularly effective when used to treat unwanted lines caused by squinting, frowning, or laughing, though has major side effects; microneedling is effective on a wide range of skin problems, including fine lines, scars, large pores, uneven pigmentation, and dull or uneven texture.
The results of microneedling develop slowly, as the skin heals after each procedure, and long-term improvements develop slowly.

02/26/2023

What you can expect from a Micro-Needling Treatment?

Collagen and elastin production will begin immediately after receiving your treatment and will continue over the next few weeks, filling in indentations from scars, dissolving hyper-pigmented areas, and revitalizing the surface of your skin. You will be amazed at your smooth and bright complexion, achieved without the use of fillers or resurfacing treatments. Results from Micro-needling can be seen days or weeks after the treatment and last 3-5 years when following treatment protocol.

Reveal a Youthful, Radiant Look 🌟 This ALL natural & powerful treatment can help you achieve a younger, tighter, and firmer appearance. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your skin's appearance. Hurry and grab your appointment today before we're all booked up!

12/03/2022

Book now before the end of the year to use your benefits up. MicroNeedling helps with fine lines and wrinkles, skin laxity, acne & scar tissue, stretch marks, diminished texture, tone and colour, sun damage, pore size, and hyper or hypopigmentation

11/22/2022

MicroNeedling helps with fine lines and wrinkles, skin laxity, acne & scar tissue, stretch marks, diminished texture, tone and colour, sun damage, pore size, and hyper or hypopigmentation

09/21/2022

Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine

08/09/2022

Only a couple day left

SALE!!! MicroNeedling and Nanoneedling

Helps Improve:

Fine lines and wrinkles
Skin laxity
Acne scaring and Scar tissue
Stretch Marks
Pore size
Hair loss
Sun damage
Diminished texture, tone and colour
Hyperpigmentation and Hypopigmentation

Till August 12, 2022 booked a single MicroNeedling or Nanoneedling treatment you can receive 20% OFF.

Package prices 3 treatment MicroNeedling or nanoneedling $600 ($150 savings)

3 treatment MicroNeedling or Nanoneedling PLUS serums $900 ($150 Savings)

When booking please indicate if you would like the package deal. You can now book online katsmyth.janeapp.com or contact me for more information.

08/09/2022

Rosacea is commonly defined by redness and obvious blood vessels in the face. There are several types of Rosacea such as pustular acne rosacea, flushing type of rosacea, rhinophyma, and ocular rosacea. Here are some of the benefits of micro needling for Rosacea:

· Stimulates growth factor in epidermis which increases density of epidermis, therefore, vessels beneath skin are less apparent.

· Increases Platelet Growth factor attracting monocytes to the wound which release anti-inflammatory cytokines (interleukin 10)

· Strengthens collagen in blood vessels

· Increases availability of cell nutrients and antioxidants by temporarily opening skin barrier.

Book your MicroNeedling appointment today or contact us for more information

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08/07/2022

Microneedling has become one of the most popular treatment options for acne scars. Traditionally, acne scars have been difficult to treat. Microneedling can break up acne scar tissue and encourage the growth of new tissue. In fact, it works very well for hypertrophic scars caused by acne, burns, injury and surgery. Microneedling for acne scars can significantly improve skin appearance, texture and overall quality.

Unlike laser skin resurfacing, microneedling does not affect the epidermis layer of the skin in any way, which means the procedure can be safely repeated multiple times until the desired results are achieved. Another advantage is that the treatment doesn’t create a separation between the treated and untreated skin surfaces. So the focus can just be on the scarred area without the need to blend in at the treatment edges. Microneedling is suitable for all types of skin including thin and sensitive skin, and is also safe for dark as well as ethnic skin.

08/06/2022

Apple Stem Cells Protect Human Skin Cells
Human stem cells on the skin’s epidermis are crucial to replenish the skin cells that are lost due to continual shedding. When epidermal stem cells are depleted, the number of lost or dying skin cells outpaces the production of new cells, threatening the skin’s health and appearance.

Like humans, plants also have stem cells. Enter the stem cells of the Uttwiler Spätlauber apple tree, whose fruit demonstrates an exceptionally long shelf-life. How can these promising stem cells help our skin?
Studies show that apple stem cells boosts production of human stem cells, protect the cell from stress, and decreases wrinkles. How does it work? The internal fluid of these plant cells contains components that help to protect and maintain human stem cells. Apple stem cells contain metabolites to ensure longevity as the tree is known for the fact that its fruit keep well over long periods of time.

When tested in vitro, the apple stem cell extract was applied to human stem cells from umbilical cords and was found to increase the number of the stem cells in culture. Furthermore, the addition of the ingredient to umbilical cord stem cells appeared to protect the cells from environmental stress.
The Results
research has proved that with just a concentration level of 0.1 % of the PhytoCellTec (apple stem cell extract) could proliferate a wealth of human stem cells by an astounding 80%! These wonder cells work super efficiently and are completely safe. Of the numerous benefits of apple stems cells, the most predominant include:

Increase in your skin stem cell vitality and longevity
Repairs damaged tissues and organs
Activates your own skin stem cell regeneration
Protects human stem cells against UV light-induced death
Combats chronological and genetic aging and deep wrinkles
Topical application reduces the depth of crow’s feet wrinkles after only two weeks
Targets premature aging and fine lines
Reverses environmental damage http://squamishmountainmedicine.com/microneedling/.

08/06/2022

The Science Behind Stretch Marks

Otherwise known as Striae distensae, stretch marks are caused by the continuous pulling and stretching of the skin as time goes on. They are influenced by the disruption of collagen production, leading to reduced elasticity and smoothness. Rapid, constant stretching is particularly likely to influence the formation of these marks, especially during pregnancy, amidst puberty, when undergoing hormonal changes, and even when working out extensively over several years.

Stretch marks appear as stripes or “streaks” in the skin that are long, narrow and sometimes unsightly, but otherwise harmless. Some fade over time, while others are much more stubborn; usually this is determined by how intense the rapid stretching of the area was in addition to its duration. For instance, over 50 percent of women will develop stretch marks during pregnancy due to the extreme pulling and contracting inflicted on their lower body in addition to rapid weight gain.
Since stretch marks cause a disruption in the natural production of collagen, microneedling will help not only restart that production, but the overproduction of elastin and collagen will help in healing the damaged connective tissue in the dermis that creates the stretch mark. A procedure like microneedling is also great for stretch marks because it penetrates the skin deep enough to create a reaction within the same layers that the stretch marks are instead of resting on the surface.