Align Health & Wellness

09/26/2025

Good morning and happy Friday!! We just had a 12:00 spot become available. Who wants it? 314-691-0066
Have a great weekend!

09/17/2025

Good morning! We have a few spots left Friday morning. Come see us if you need in before the weekend. Hope you’re all having a great week! 314-691-0066

09/09/2025

We have availability Thursday and Friday. Come see us!! 314-691-0066

09/04/2025

One spot left tomorrow (Friday) at 12:45. Who wants it?!

09/04/2025

Just had 3 spots open this morning. 10:30, 10:45 and 11:00. If you were trying to get in today, please call or text 314-691-0066.

09/02/2025

Good morning! We’ve had a few spots become available for today: 12:30, 12:45, 3:00 and 3:15. Please call or text if you need in after your wild weekend! 314-691-0066

08/28/2025

Friends, next week is filling up fast. If you are currently in a treatment plan or were wanting to get in for a tune up, please save your spot now! Have a great and safe Labor Day weekend!! See you soon!
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07/24/2025

We just had a couple spots open for this evening: 5:15 and 5:30. Come see us!! 314-691-0066

07/24/2025

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We need to stop thinking of osteoarthritis (OA) as just a “wear-and-tear” disease. The science now tells a more nuanced story—one where metabolic dysfunction plays a central role. Not the only role. But an important one.

Yes, obesity increases joint load, particularly in weight-bearing joints such as the knees. In fact, for every 5-point increase in BMI, the risk of knee OA rises by 35%. But the connection doesn’t stop there.

Hand osteoarthritis is also significantly more common in individuals with obesity. The hands don’t bear weight—so clearly, something more than load is at play.

That “something” is a constellation of metabolic abnormalities:

-Chronic hyperglycemia
-Insulin resistance
-Dyslipidemia
-Hypertension
-Systemic inflammation

These factors fuel joint degeneration from within. Elevated glucose levels stimulate the production of proinflammatory cytokines and matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs), which damage cartilage and degrade joint tissue. Insulin resistance and visceral fat contribute to chronic, low-grade inflammation, which in turn alters joint biology.

The same metabolic dysfunction that damages blood vessels, nerves, and organs also erodes joint integrity.

So no, osteoarthritis is not just a mechanical disease. It’s a metabolic one too.

The implications?
Managing OA means addressing load and biology. That includes: – Reducing visceral adiposity – Improving insulin sensitivity – Controlling inflammation – Engaging in strength training and aerobic movement – Prioritizing sleep and stress management.

OA is not always inevitable. It’s often modifiable. However, only if we understand what is driving it.

07/23/2025

Good morning! We just had a few appointments become available for this afternoon and we have a couple left for tomorrow. Please call/text if you’d like to save one! Hope you’re having a great week!! 314-691-0066

06/05/2025

Good morning! We have some availability this evening during the 5 o’clock hour. That’s it for the remainder of the week. Please reach out if you wanted in. Thanks!