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11/30/2025

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In today’s video, we break down how hormonal changes—especially during perimenopause and menopause—can influence the spine, bone health, and even the progres...

11/28/2025

Struggling to manage hunger and cravings?

You’re not alone. Many patients with chronic conditions find appetite and weight control frustrating, especially when standard solutions fall short. That’s why we’re diving into your most pressing questions about appetite, metabolism, and advanced therapies in our upcoming Expert Q&A with Dr. Strauchman and Dr. Morningstar.

Curious about how supplements like Calocurb GLP-1 Activator fit into an integrative care plan? Wondering what actually works for real, lasting change?

Drop your questions below or send us a message. We’ll answer them live and help you understand the root-cause approach that’s helped thousands of patients reclaim their health.

Ready to take the next step? Call us to schedule your personalized consultation. 🌱

11/27/2025

What happens inside a hyperbaric chamber?

If you've ever wondered how advanced therapies like hyperbaric oxygen work, you're not alone. We use this specialized treatment to help patients with chronic conditions—especially those struggling with Lyme disease, pain, or slow-healing injuries—get real, measurable results.

Here's what you need to know:
• During a session, you relax inside a clear chamber while breathing pure oxygen at increased pressure.
• This boosts oxygen delivery deep into tissues, helping your body repair, reduce inflammation, and fight infection naturally.
• It's gentle, non-invasive, and overseen by our experienced team every step of the way.

Curious if this could help you or someone you love? Call our office or send us a message to schedule a consultation. We’re here to help you get answers and real hope. 😊

11/25/2025

She almost gave up on being pain-free.

Meet Sarah. After years of chronic knee pain and failed treatments, she found us—and everything changed. Our integrative approach didn’t just mask her symptoms. It uncovered the real cause, and finally brought lasting relief.

Sarah says, “I can walk my dog again without fear.”

If you’re searching for answers, you’re not alone. We’re here to help you reclaim your life, too.

Ready to see what’s possible? Call us today to schedule your consult. 🌱

11/21/2025

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Can we really predict scoliosis curve improvement? 🤔 In this short, Dr. Mark Morningstar explains the key factors that influence whether a curve is likely t...

11/16/2025

New Scoliosis World Episode: Spinal Flexibility—Why It Matters More Than You Think

Most people focus only on how big a scoliosis curve is… but not how flexible the spine is. In this episode of Scoliosis World, Dr. Mark Morningstar breaks down why spinal flexibility is one of the most important (and most overlooked) pieces of the scoliosis puzzle.

In this episode, Dr. Morningstar explains:
• What “spinal flexibility” actually means in scoliosis
• How flexibility can influence treatment options and long-term outcomes
• Why two patients with the same Cobb angle can have very different futures
• Practical ways to start supporting better movement and function safely

If you or your child has scoliosis, this is a great “big picture” episode to better understand what your x-rays don’t always show, and how to ask smarter questions at your next appointment.

👉 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/8u21Cwau0Iw?si=M8GifkG6-cKlOiTx

🔁 Please like, comment, and share this with someone who’s navigating scoliosis and looking for clearer answers.

Spinal flexibility is one of the most important factors in determining how much a scoliosis curve can improve. Whether a patient is using bracing or preparin...

11/13/2025

Doc’s favorite things
Beets… I just got done cutting up all of these beauties. I grew them in my garden this year, and it’s about half of what I grew because I already processed the other half. Beets have so many health benefits: increased blood flow due to nitric oxide, folate which helps stimulate brain development and growth, and they are an excellent source of antioxidants…. just to name a few. 
We will be having some for dinner tonight, and I will put the rest in my freezer for later. And the scraps? My chickens are going to be thrilled with those. 😋

11/08/2025

Doc’s favorite things
Manuka honey has many highly beneficial properties…make sure you are taking a high MGO

09/29/2025

Attn Patients:
Starting today through the month of October, McCandlish Rd between Vassar and Saginaw will be closed. Please see the following:

09/28/2025

Scientific Spotlight: HBOT’s Potential in Spinal Cord Injury Recovery

A new narrative review (PMCID: PMC11624306) titled "Advance in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in Spinal Cord Injury" examines how hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) could offer a promising path for reducing secondary injury after a spinal cord trauma.

What the Review Explores

Primary vs. Secondary Injury: Spinal cord injuries (SCI) begin with immediate trauma (compression, contusion), followed by a cascade of secondary damage—particularly due to ischemia (lack of oxygen)—that evolves over hours to days. HBOT may help by boosting oxygen delivery to injured spinal tissue.

Supportive Meta-Analysis: One meta-analysis cited in the review suggests HBOT might be a safe and effective intervention to limit secondary injury—when administered timely and appropriately.

Need for Standardization: Despite promising signals, there’s a lack of well-defined treatment protocols. The review underscores the need for standardized, evidence-based guidelines and clear protocols for HBOT in SCI care. It even proposes a treatment flowchart to help guide future research and clinical use.

Why This Matters for Natural Wellness

Enhancing Healing Potential: By increasing oxygenation in spinal tissues when blood flow is compromised, HBOT could potentially reduce damage and promote natural recovery pathways.

Bridging the Gap in Post-Trauma Care: As a non-invasive therapy, HBOT aligns with holistic approaches—supporting the body’s innate repair systems rather than substituting them with aggressive medical interventions.

A Call for Better Research: The study highlights the urgent need for well-designed randomized controlled trials, consistent treatment protocols, and larger patient groups to verify HBOT’s effectiveness in SCI rehabilitation.

Read the review here:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11624306/

09/24/2025

Study Insight: HBOT Supports Musculoskeletal Healing and Recovery

A 2019 article in Medical Gas Research explores the clinical utility of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) in treating a range of musculoskeletal and wound-related conditions, revealing its promising role in accelerating healing and promoting recovery.

** What the Study Highlights**

Enhanced Tissue Oxygenation: HBOT delivers 100% oxygen under pressure exceeding 1.4 atmospheres, significantly increasing oxygen availability in injured tissues. This elevated supply supports angiogenesis (new blood vessel growth), reduces inflammation, and stimulates cellular repair mechanisms.

Wound Healing & Pain Relief: By promoting tissue repair and exerting anti-inflammatory effects, HBOT aids in healing tough wounds often resistant to conventional care—particularly in orthopedic use cases and chronic soft tissue injuries.

Faster Rehabilitation for Injuries: HBOT is gaining attention for its potential to help athletes and active individuals recover more quickly from muscle, soft tissue, and orthopedic injuries—though the authors note that more standardized protocols and robust studies are still needed.

** Why This Matters**

HBOT embodies a non-invasive, natural-supportive therapy that aligns with holistic healing philosophies. Rather than masking symptoms with medications, it focuses on empowering the body’s innate capacity to regenerate—by improving blood flow, reducing inflammation, and encouraging tissue repair.

Whether used alone or alongside traditional treatments, HBOT offers a scientifically supported option—especially in cases where healing stalls or usual interventions fall short.

Explore the study in full here:
https://journals.lww.com/mgar/fulltext/2019/09020/clinical_utility_of_hyperbaric_oxygen_therapy_in.7.aspx

Ready to try HBOT? Schedule your free phone consultation today to see if HBOT is right for you. 810.694.3576