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07/11/2025

Can A Midday Nap Help Lower Blood Pressure?: A study presented at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress suggests that incorporating a midday nap into your routine may contribute to better blood pressure control. The research indicates that individuals who took a 60-minute nap after lunch experienced an average reduction of 6 mmHg in their systolic blood pressure compared to those who […]

A study presented at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress suggests that incorporating a midday nap into your routine may contribute to better blood pressure control. The research ind

06/30/2025

Solutions for Your Arthritis Pain?: Research continues to show that a majority of retirees continue to believe that there is nothing health care practitioners can do about their arthritis pain – especially when arthritis affects their hands. Arthritis can be tough to manage, but if arthritis in your hands is slowing you down, we encourage you to check with a […]

Research continues to show that a majority of retirees continue to believe that there is nothing health care practitioners can do about their arthritis pain - especially when arthritis affects th

06/13/2025

What is Manual Therapy?: Manual therapy encompasses a variety of techniques where physical therapists use their hands to manipulate the body’s soft tissues and joints. This approach is often integrated into comprehensive rehabilitation programs to address issues like joint stiffness, muscle tension, and chronic pain. Research supports its effectiveness in improving mobility and reducing discomfort when combined with other […]

Manual therapy encompasses a variety of techniques where physical therapists use their hands to manipulate the body's soft tissues and joints. This approach is often integrated into comprehensive

06/02/2025

Understanding the Impact of Flat Feet on Body Alignment and Performance: Many individuals overlook the crucial role their feet play in overall body mechanics. Flat feet, or pes planus, can lead to biomechanical distortions that affect posture, cause pain, and hinder athletic performance.​ The Structure and Function of the Foot Arch The human foot comprises 26 bones, with the arch acting as a natural shock absorber. […]

Many individuals overlook the crucial role their feet play in overall body mechanics. Flat feet, or pes planus, can lead to biomechanical distortions that affect posture, cause pain, and hinder a

05/19/2025

Preventing Osteoporosis: Osteoporosis, or “porous bone,” is a disease of the skeletal system characterized by low bone mass and deterioration of bone tissue. Osteoporosis leads to an increased risk of bone fractures, typically in the wrist, hip, and spine. Diet and exercise can do a lot not only to prevent osteoporosis, but also to reverse osteoporosis that […]

Osteoporosis, or "porous bone," is a disease of the skeletal system characterized by low bone mass and deterioration of bone tissue. Osteoporosis leads to an increased risk of bone fractures, typ

05/09/2025

We are Now offering INFRARED SAUNA Appointments at our Wellness Center. Call to make an appointment: 781-797-0844. Far infrared heat penetrates the deepest reaching muscles and soft tissue to concentrate its therapeutic heating power to produce the following benefits:

detoxification
Mild cardio stimulation
Burns calories*
Weight loss
Increased heart rate
Vasodilation
Pain reduction
Eases joint stiffness
Decreases inflammation
Alleviates stress
Revitalization

30 minutes = $40
60 minutes = $60
**Packages also available**

05/02/2025

Most of us have heard that living a healthy lifestyle lowers the risk of certain illnesses and diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. Research shows that the same can be said for s

04/18/2025

Researchers from the University of Sydney published an interesting study in the British Medical Journal. Lindy Clemson and colleagues found that incorporating strength, motion, and balance exerci

04/15/2025

Laughter, while not a replacement for medical treatment or physical exercise, offers numerous benefits for both mind and body. A growing body of research highlights the positive effects of laught

03/21/2025

Get it done faster. That seems to be what most people want in life. For your fitness routine, interval training may help with that. There’s research to back up the theories. Interval training i

03/07/2025

If you find yourself seated for the majority of the day, it's common to experience stiffness or discomfort in your hips upon standing. This is often due to tight hip flexor muscles, a frequent co

02/21/2025

Engaging in regular physical activity is associated with increased brain volume in critical areas, including gray and white matter and the hippocampus, according to recent research.Study Overview