Modern Health at Independent Physical Medicine

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

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!

Massage therapy increases your levels of endorphins! Have you ever heard of them? They’re a chemical that your brain and...
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Right now in American, there is a gap between outdated guidelines and effective care when it comes to cardiovascular health and many patients are not getting a full picture of their actual risk of a cardiovascular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

Most people don’t know this… The most common time to slip a disc is in the morning — within the first hour after you wak...
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.

🚀 Athletes (and everyone else)… do tou want to level up your performance? Join us for a hands-on workshop and experience...
08/15/2025

🚀 Athletes (and everyone else)… do tou want to level up your performance? Join us for a hands-on workshop and experience Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training for yourself. 💪 Build more muscle in less time compared to regular lifting, using only a fraction of the weight. BFR targets your Type 2 muscle fibers for explosive speed, power, and next-level results. 🏆

08/14/2025

MIDDAY RESET: STAND UP & MOVE WITH US!
Hey—you. Yes, you reading this while hunched over your phone or keyboard 😅

This is your official reminder to:
✅ Stand up
✅ Roll your shoulders
✅ Take a few deep breaths
✅ And try this 5-minute stretch break ⬇️

🧘‍♂️ 5-MINUTE MIDDAY FLOW (no equipment needed)
🔹 Neck Rolls – 3 slow circles each way
🔹 Shoulder Rolls – 10 forward / 10 backward
🔹 Chest Opener – Clasp hands behind your back and lift for 30 seconds
🔹 Torso Twists – Hands on hips, twist gently side to side (20 reps)
🔹 Standing Forward Fold – Hang and breathe for 30 seconds
🔹 March in Place or Light Squats – 1 minute total

Why
When you sit for hours, your body starts to:
Reduce blood and lymph flow
Slow your brain activity
Tighten your fascia and muscles
Signal fatigue, brain fog, and even pain

But even just 5 minutes of movement:
✅ Increases oxygen to your brain
✅ Improves circulation and lymph flow
✅ Relieves stiffness and boosts posture
✅ Improves focus and energy levels

Motion is medicine. Use it!

08/13/2025

💥 SHOCKWAVE THERAPY: What You Need to Know Before You Book
We’ve been offering Shockwave Therapy since 2017—long before it was trending on social media or popping up in ads.
Back then, most of our patients had never even heard of it.

But today, the question has changed. It’s no longer, “What is shockwave?”
It’s: “How do I receive—and pay for—the right kind of shockwave therapy?”

Here’s what you need to know:
At our facility, we use the THE most utilized shock wave machine in published research.

Why we use it is the same reason its the most used in research. Because it’s:
✅ Backed by science
✅ Proven effective in peer-reviewed research
✅ Backed by science
✅ The most utilized shockwave system in global research

That means you’re not just getting any shockwave treatment—
You’re getting the type and quality of care trusted in elite-level studies and outcomes.

When used improperly—or by untrained individuals in non-clinical settings—it has the potential to cause harm rather than healing.

So, before booking at a shockwave service outside of a physicians office ask....
➡️ Who's supervising?
➡️ Are they trained to diagnose and deliver this therapy safely and correctly?
➡️Do they have malpractice insurance? Malpractice policies are specifically underwritten for licensed medical providers, so ask if they have coverage for injury under their general liability.
➡️What kind of machine they use. You should know that the most effecitve models are medical devices that can only be sold to
high level healthcare professionals like DC, DO and MD. So be aware of what you're paying for.

1️⃣ Shockwave must be performed under physician supervision. Period.
Shockwave therapy is not just a “device service”—it is a powerful medical tool that, by law, must be administered by a physician or someone under a physician’s direct supervision.
2️⃣ Not all shockwave machines are created equal.
There’s a huge difference in energy delivery, depth of pe*******on, and clinical outcomes between machines.

3️⃣ Celebrity endorsements don’t equal clinical results.
Yes—shockwave is finally getting media attention.
Yes—athletes and celebrities are endorsing it.
But endorsements don’t trump the evidence.

Real results come from:
The right technology
In the right hands
With the right training and oversight

👋 If you're ready for real results…even if you've tried therapy elsewhere-
We’re proud to offer shockwave therapy done right—safe, supervised, evidence-based, and highly effective using the best equipment.

If you’re struggling with pain, soft tissue damage, or chronic dysfunction…
💬 Message us at 567-940-9334 or call to schedule a consultation and learn if this elite therapy is right for you.

08/11/2025

3 Simple Ways to Boost Lymph Flow at Home (click "see more")

Feeling Puffy, Sluggish, or Stuck? It Might Be Your Lymphatic System.
Your lymphatic system is your body's natural drainage and detox network.
It clears out waste, supports immune function, and keeps inflammation in check.

But here's the problem: unlike your heart, the lymph system doesn't have a pump.
It relies entirely on movement, pressure, and flow.

When that flow becomes sluggish or stagnant, you might feel:

💭 Brain fog
🧊 Puffiness or swelling (especially in the face, hands, or feet)
💥 Soreness or inflammation that lingers
😴 Chronic fatigue or low energy
😷 Frequent illness or slow healing

Why It Matters:
Stagnant lymph = stagnant healing
Your body can't recover, regulate, or detox efficiently if your lymph is backed up.

🏡 3 Simple Ways to Boost Lymph Flow at Home:
Bounce or walk daily
Gentle movement (like rebounding on a mini-trampoline or going for a walk) creates the pressure your lymph needs to move.

Hydrate deeply
Lymph is mostly fluid—if you're dehydrated, it gets sticky and slow. Drink water with a pinch of sea salt and lemon to enhance absorption.

Dry brushing before a shower
Using a natural bristle brush on your skin (always brushing toward the heart) stimulates lymph movement and boosts circulation.

But Sometimes… You Need More Than DIY
At-home support is great, but many people also need:

Fascia release

Lymphatic massage

Joint mobility restoration

Especially if you're already dealing with chronic inflammation, tightness, or past injuries—your lymphatic system might be getting stuck in deeper tissues.

👋 We Can Help
Our team offers care that supports healthy lymph flow from the inside out by:

Releasing fascial restrictions
Addressing hypomobility in the spine and joints
Stimulating the natural drainage systems of the body

If your body feels heavy, inflamed, or just “off”…
Don’t ignore it—let’s help your body move and heal better.

💬 Message us at 567-940-9334 to schedule your session or ask questions about our lymphatic and mobility support options.

08/11/2025

Does this sound like you?

"I use medications or procedures to manage my health issues.... and at the same time I want to play an active role in improving how I feel and helping myself be healthier..."

We want you to know that you can do both- if thats what you want.

Our process is
✅ Grounded in the science of restorative health
✅ Proven to improve cholesterol, body weight, muscle mass, energy, sleep and more.
✅ Simple, doable, and made for real life
✅ A partnership, we'll work together to meet your goals of what health looks like.
✅ Oftentimes able to help lower or eliminate the need for medications

If you're ready to be a partner in your health—even if you’re not “all natural”—we’re a great fit, and ready to help.

—Dr. Gorman & Dr. Goecke

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3469 West Elm Street
Lima, OH
45807

Opening Hours

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

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