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Modern Health at Independent Physical Medicine

Performing health miracles in Allen county since 2014. Passionate about helping others feel good, be healthy and live with vitality.

Offering relief of foot and knee problems using chiropractic care, warm laser therapy, vitamin D producing phototherapy as well as other modern therapies to help our patients achieve optimum health & wellness

01/13/2026

Foot Pain Isn’t Normal — Expert Care Makes the Difference

01/12/2026

Accepting Thermography for breast, lymph and thyroid on feb 5 2026. Limited availability, call to schedule 567-940-9334

01/10/2026

Cold & Flu Season: What the Research Actually Shows You Can Do At Home That Works

Cold and flu season is here, and while exposure matters, research shows there’s a lot you can do to reduce risk and recover faster if you get sick.

Know what’s circulating
The CDC’s interactive flu map shows when influenza becomes widespread in different regions of the U.S.

Masks
A Cochrane review of randomized trials found that mask use makes little to no difference in preventing influenza at the population level.

Simple habits with evidence
• Hand washing + gargling reduced influenza infections by 20–30% in large studies
• Gargling options studied:
– Salt water
– Green tea
– Povidone-iodine (0.23%)

When symptoms hit
• Honey works better for cough in children than placebo or common cough syrups
• Elderberry: A randomized double-blind placebo-controlled study found elderberry syrup (15 ml) shortened flu symptoms by ~4 days
• Cinnamon: Animal studies found cinnamon essential oil decreased flu virulence and mortality

Green tea & flavonoids
• Drinking green tea or taking EGCG reduced flu risk by ~33% in a meta-analysis. Drinking green tea can help you stay hydrated andd reduce thenrosk If dehydration.
• Quercetin inhibits influenza replication in multiple studies (can worsen anemia)
• Hesperidin inhibits influenza A replication in cell studies

Immune-support nutrients
• Zinc is vital for immune function; deficiency impairs T-cell activity, especially with aging
• Vitamin D supports immune balance in those who are deficient

About Tamiflu (oseltamivir)
• A small minority experience significant neuropsychiatric side effects
• In Japan, oseltamivir is considered contraindicated for ages 10–19 due to abnormal behavior and rare sudden death concerns (causation not proven)
• A Cochrane review found risks including QT prolongation, psychiatric effects, kidney problems, and high blood sugar

Sleep & melatonin
• Melatonin modulates immune response
• Clinical trials show reduced symptom progression, days of illness, and mortality
• Blocking blue light before bed increases natural melatonin
• Low-dose, time-released melatonin can support overnight immune defense

N-acetylcysteine (NAC)
• A meta-analysis (~20,000 participants) found NAC reduced COVID mortality by ~40%
• Other studies show NAC (600 mg twice daily) may reduce viral symptoms

12/31/2025

Proof in Practice:
Proof in Practice is a collection of real patient experiences and test-guided results showing what can change when we stop guessing, start measuring, and respond to what the body actually needs.

"I had low energy, poor sleep, gut issues, anxiety, and my body hurt. I had tried a few things at home which did help a little but and considered the prescription my doctor suggested, but I wanted to see if there was another option first. I was already a patient here so when I spoke with Doc about how I was feeling he suggested I have my neurotransmitters looked at.

Honestly im glad I did the test, it felt validating to see there was logical reasons for the way I was feeling. I was given a simple plan to course correct, a couple supplements and some diet changes over three months and things started to click. I feel so much bette nowr. I’m not fighting myself to get through the day anymore and im in a better mood so im not fighting with anyone either. I’ve also noticed that when I slack on the plan, the anxiety and pain come back so I’m learning what my body actually needs and working on staying consistent.”

11/18/2025

We hope you’re having a fantastic week! We wanted to let you know that all of our partner labs and the office will be closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025, due to the upcoming holiday. 🦃
For those with pending labwork, please send your samples back by this coming Thursday the 20th, or on/after Monday, December 1st, to ensure they are stable once they reach the lab.
If you are doing a collection at home, please keep this in mind , dont collect too soon, and prepare to collect on the 30th, freeze and send the 1st of december.
Feel free to reach out to us with any questions in advance. And be sure you don’t send in a compromised test kit. We can always provide you with new supplies so that the freshest most viable sample arrives to the lab. We hope you have a wonderful holiday!

10/20/2025

Massage therapy increases your levels of endorphins!
Have you ever heard of them?
They’re a chemical that your brain and pituitary gland makes to help you mask pain and they give you an intense sense of wellbeing and reduce your stress levels .
Beta endorphins, like the ones your body becomes flooded with after a massage, are significantly more potent than morphine (a potent pain relieving drug), helping you relieve pain. And science shows that with regular massage sessions your brain can even rewire its perception of pain.
Michaela Williams, LMT MLDC is scheduling patients for pain relief massage services, to schedule call or text 567-940-9334.

09/04/2025

❤ Lets talk heart health.
Right now in American, there is a gap between outdated guidelines and effective care when it comes to cardiovascular health and many patients are not getting a full picture of their actual risk of a cardiovascular event.

"But my cholesterol / LDL is good."
"But my lifeline screening said there wasn't any issues."
"But I passed my stress tests"
These can be postive indications, but they fall short of providing you with your real risk.

---- A national study found that nearly 75% of patients hospitalized for a heart attack had LDL levels within the “acceptable” range.
------About half of all heart attacks occur in people with “normal” cholesterol levels.
----- Even in people with “ideal” cholesterol numbers, 50% still had significant plaque buildup in their arteries.
---- Stress tests can find blockages- but there has to be a blockage of at least 70% but research shows that ~30–40% of culprit plaques (the ones that rupture and trigger a heart attack) were only moderately stenosed (narrowed) beforehand.
------The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends against carotid artery ultrasound screening in healthy people, warning that the false-positive rate is so high it can lead to unnecessary, sometimes risky, procedures.
------Harvard Health reminds us that “screening tests are never 100% accurate… "

So where does that leave you?
With numbers that look “normal,” but risks that may be hidden and tests that give you blind peace of mind. CVD is the #1 killer of americans, it has been for over 100 years.

At our office, you have more options, based on recent science.
We run specialized advanced testing to evaulate plaque pathology biomarkers to uncover your actual risks:

---Glucose & Insulin Control – High blood sugar scratches the artery lining, creating cracks where plaque can form. These are well established drivers in a large fraction of CVD cases.
--- Small Dense LDL – The sticky, dangerous particles that wedge into those cracks. People with elevated small dense LDL face up to 300% higher risk of heart disease compared to those with larger LDL particles.
--- ApoB – The protein that shows how many artery-damaging particles are present.
---- ApoA1 – The protective protein that helps clear cholesterol from arteries.
--- Lp-PLA2 – A marker of arterial inflammation and unstable plaque (the kind most likely to rupture and cause an event).
---F2a - High levels mean your body is under oxidative stress, a damaging process that inflames and weakens blood vessels.
-OxLDL - High oxLDL = unstable plaque and higher risk of cardiovascular events. This is the end of artherosclerotic formation.
---CRP - High-sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) is one of the best markers for silent inflammation linked to heart attack and stroke risk. Higher hs‑CRP is associated with up to a threefold increase in incident CVD.
--- ADMA - a naturally occurring chemical in the blood that blocks nitric oxide production.

We don’t stop at “good” or “bad” cholesterol or pass / fail tests,, the science just isn't there for us to be satisfied with that information alone. We go deeper—and get a full clinical picture- so you can finally understand where you really stand and how to protect your heart. Plus, we work with your already established physicians to help create the best plan moving forward to stay heart healthy and reduce your risks.

All testing options are recommended in a case to case basis based on your unique health history.

If you want to know your real risk, call us today to schedule an exam with our physicians. 567-940-9334.

08/21/2025

Why TMJ Treatment Fails So Often

Most TMJ care fails because mainstream treatment is stuck on quick fixes — night guards, pain meds, injections — instead of fixing the cause.

TMJ problems are rarely “just the jaw.” They involve your posture, neck, muscles, breathing, and daily habits. A plastic mouthpiece can’t fix that.

If you want lasting results, you need care that treats the whole system — structure, function, and habits — not just a symptom. We only accept patients we believe we can help, so call our office today and schedule an exam, after that you'll learn if you're accepted for care.

08/20/2025

One of the core chiropractic principles is simple but powerful: your body is self-healing.
Your heart beats, your lungs breathe, your cuts close, your bones knit together—without you telling them to.
This is because your brain and nervous system are constantly working to repair and restore balance. But here’s the truth we can’t ignore: the body has limits- so we shouldn't ignore our health until its too late!
Healing is not magic—it needs the right conditions to work.
Some of the limits include: • Severe or irreversible damage – Certain injuries or degenerative changes may not return to 100%, but we can still work to improve function and slow progression. • Nutrient & energy availability – Without proper fuel (real food, hydration, oxygen, rest), healing slows down. • Stress overload – Chronic stress, whether physical, chemical, or emotional, can stall the healing process. • Time – Healing takes time; rushing it or masking symptoms doesn’t rebuild the body.
Chiropractic care removes interference to your nervous system so your body can work closer to its full potential—but it’s a partnership. We help restore alignment and nerve flow, you help by giving your body what it needs and respecting its limits. Your body’s ability to heal is incredible—when we give it the right environment, it can do more than we often think possible

08/19/2025

Most people don’t know this…

The most common time to slip a disc is
in the morning — within the first hour after you wake up!

Why? Overnight your spinal discs rehydrate, making them “plumper” and more prone to injury from bending or twisting.

Instead of hitting the ground running (and risking your back), start your day with these 5 gentle stretches
1. Cat–Cow (Spinal Flexion & Extension)
• Research support: Improves spinal mobility, increases circulation of cerebrospinal fluid, and reduces perceived stiffness in as little as 2 minutes. • How: On hands and knees, alternate arching and rounding your back slowly, 6–8 reps.
• Why it’s effective: Mobilizes the whole spine in a safe, unloaded position. ⸻

2. Hip Flexor Stretch (Modified Lunge)
• Research support: Lengthening hip flexors reduces low back strain and improves pelvic alignment, especially after prolonged sitting or sleep.
• How: Step one leg forward into a gentle lunge, torso upright, hold 20–30 sec per side. • Why it’s effective: Reduces anterior pelvic tilt and offloads lumbar discs. ⸻

3. Supine Lumbar Rotation Stretch
• Research support: Shown to reduce morning low back pain and improve spinal rotational mobility. • How: Lying on your back, bend knees and let them fall gently to one side, hold 20 sec, switch sides. • Why it’s effective: Mobilizes the thoracolumbar junction and promotes gentle spinal twisting without load. ⸻

4. Standing Side Bend Stretch
• Research support: Improves lateral spinal flexibility and intercostal muscle length, enhancing rib cage expansion for better breathing mechanics.
• How: Stand tall, reach one arm overhead, lean gently to the opposite side, hold 15–20 sec, switch sides.
• Why it’s effective: Stretches fascia along the side body, reducing trunk stiffness. ⸻

5. Seated or Standing Neck Side Flexion Stretch • Research support: Reduces neck and upper back muscle tension, improves cervical range of motion, and promotes lymphatic drainage.
• How: Tilt ear toward shoulder, hold 15–20 sec, switch sides. • Why it’s effective: Balances cervical muscles and supports healthy posture

08/17/2025

Does “bad knees” or “bad hips” run in your family?

If you, your dad, your grandpa, and your uncle all seem to have problems in the same joint — say the left knee or left hip — it might not just be bad luck.

In some cases, leg length discrepancies (one leg being shorter than the other) can actually be genetic. Even a difference of just a few millimeters changes how you walk, stand, and bear weight.
Over time, this uneven load causes more wear and tear on certain joints, leading to pain or early arthritis in the same spot generation after generation. You can’t “grow” the short leg, but you can correct the imbalance.
Depending on whats best for your body, custom orthotics, heel lifts, targeted therapy, and even time or posture correction may reduce biomechanical stress and protect your joints from further damage.
📞 Call our office today to stop the degenerative processes a short leg can cause. Schedule your evaluation now — don’t wait until the damage is done.

08/15/2025

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3469 West Elm Street
Lima, OH
45807

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Monday	12pm - 7pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	12pm - 7pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm

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+15679409334

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http://www.independentphysicalmedicine.com/

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