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Best Energy Bars for Hiking and Backpacking

Dana Rindal — Mon, 05 Aug 2013 17:21:00 GMT

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This month the InHealth team has been getting in touch with their wild side! The staff has been off on various adventures amidst the great outdoors of the Pacific Northwest. Gabrielle just returned from a week long trek in the Pasayten Wilderness, Brooke from the Wonderland Trail, Alexa from Leavenworth, and the Rindals from Camano Island. With an abundance of exploring, calorie burning, and muscle building it seems only necessary to review a few of our favorite trail bars and snacks. Keep in mind these are excellent sources of nutrition for those active days when you need to sustain your energy. If you’re not on the trail reach for whole, nutrient dense, foods.

#1- Clif Bar

Clif Bars contain: carbohydrates, protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Not to mention they are all organic!

What you won’t find in them: trans fats, hydrogenated oils, high fructose corn syrup, preservatives, GMO’s or artificial sweeteners and flavorings.

Why we love them: Clif Bar’s come in twenty different flavors ranging from Coconut Chocolate Chip and Blueberry Crisp to Spiced Pumpkin Pie and Iced Gingerbread. Not only are they tasty but half a bar every 45 minutes-1 hour will keep your energy levels high and your body strong.

#2- Kind Bars

Kind Bars contain: all natural ingredients “you can read” like fruits, nuts, and whole grains. Additionally, they are full of fiber, protein, antioxidants, and necessary vitamins.

What you won’t find in them: GMO’s, artificial flavorings, high fructose corn syrup, or anything with a name you can’t pronounce.

Why we love them: Kind Bars taste good. You can taste the ingredients (and see them) which adds to the overall appeal. Enjoy their Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate and Protein bar or give the Apple Cinnamon and Pecan a try!

#3- Pro Bar

Pro Bars contain: fiber, carbohydrates, protein, omega-3’s, omega-6’s, and whole, raw ingredients.

What you won’t find in them: GMO’s, high fructose corn syrup, and trans fats.

Why we love them: Pro Bars are designed to be a meal replacement bar and are an excellent source of fiber, protein, and carbohydrates. Try the Superberry & Greens which is packed full of spinach, spirulina, broccoli, veggies, and antioxidants!

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Stretches for Lower Back Pain at Work

Dana Rindal — Fri, 02 Aug 2013 01:06:00 GMT

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Enough stiffness, it is time to get limber in that office chair! Those long hours spent sitting, typing, and checking the clock take a powerful toll on your body. Every moment you spend sitting (often hunched over) harms your bones, joints, and muscles. As a result we see a great deal of lower back pain resulting from extended periods of immobility at work. If your office has yet to invest in stand-up desks or exercise balls in lieu of chairs, here are some office proof stretches to try. Start off by setting a phone alarm- choose a frequency that works for you and set a reminder to move around, stretch, and give those lower back's some relief.

Starting position for each stretch will be seated, fully upright in your chair, with your palms resting on your thighs or knees. For the first stretch, place your right hand outside your left knee and use your back to twist left. Follow your twisting core with your head and eyes, hold for 20 to 30 seconds, breathing deeply and fully. Then repeat on the other side. Be sure not to pull or over twist on this stretch! You are relying on your back to twist, not your arms.

For this next stretch, be sure to return to starting position. With your feet planted hip width apart, inhale slowly, and as you exhale lean forward over your thighs. Allow your hands to dangle beside your feet while continuing to breathe deeply. Hold for 20 to 30 seconds, break, and repeat.

Lastly let’s get those legs moving! From starting position, bring one knee toward your chest. Grab the back of your thigh and pull it toward you- be sure to keep that back straight! Hold for 30 seconds, and enjoy the stretch in your lower back and upper buttock. Release slowly and repeat with the other leg.

These stretches are sure to relieve lower back pain but be sure to get up and move every opportunity you can! A quick break every 30 minutes or more will increase blood flow, keep your body loose, and increase overall productivity while at work.

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"Sitting is the new smoking."

Dana Rindal — Mon, 29 Jul 2013 19:25:00 GMT

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As a 5 year-old I learned the negative effects of smoking. The school district sponsored a week-long event called “Red Ribbon Week” that promoted a drug free and alcohol free lifestyle. As a part of that week students were challenged to “turn off the tube” and spend the week without television or video games. At the time it felt like a cruel excuse to force us to “play” but with a growing body of research suggesting sitting may be more lethal than smoking, my educators may have been on to something.

Recent studies suggest that for every hour spent sitting our life expectancy decreases by 21.8 minutes. In comparison, our life expectancy is shortened by 11 minutes for one cigarette smoked. Essentially, the more time we spend sitting, the less time we spend living.

A recent article published in the Los Angeles Times agrees with past research in suggesting “sitting is the new smoking.” Every moment we spend sitting our skeletal muscles are deprived of necessary contractions- the same contractions that utilize excess blood sugar to help prevent diabetes. What we consider rest is actually depriving our muscles of the movements they crave and were designed for.

A prominent researcher on the subject, James Levine of the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN has dedicated years to the topic. His research suggests more sedentary lifestyles, like that of the average adult which consist of 50-70% of the day spent sitting, result in decreased life expectancy regardless of amount of exercise incurred during the day. 30 minutes of exercise may meet the quota recommended by the typical general practitioner, but the remaining 23.5 hours of the day are just as crucial.

Get up, stand up, and use those muscles!

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Focused Manual Therapy: Active Release and Graston

Scott Mccoy — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 22:16:00 GMT

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Massage isn't the only soft tissue treatment on the block. In recent years, the Active Release Technique (ART) and Graston Technique have been gaining steam within the athletics community. While massage, ART and Graston are all manual therapies that work to break up adhesions and scar tissue, ART and Graston have the added bonus of being a highly focused right where you need the treatment most.

Here at InHealth, our chiropractors specialize in both ART and Graston. What that means for our patients is options; and who doesn't want that. By combining manual therapies like ART, Graston and massage with chiropractic adjustments and accupuncture we find that our patientscan recover faster.

To learn more about ART, Graston and other manual therapy techniques, check out this great article at RunnersWorld.com or head on over to their websites: ActiveRelease.com and GrastonTechnique.com.

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$25 to Take a Stand Against Domestic Abuse

Dana Rindal — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 20:09:00 GMT

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I am constantly amazed by the dedication and service of people in Seattle. They fight on behalf of those who do not have the strength or voice, and they make it their person goal to help others. One of those people working so hard for others is Nancy Phipps. If you haven't met her, you should. She has worked with DAWN to raise money for women/children in domestic abuse situations. She is a fighter and passionatly cares about helping others. So how can we make a difference? Donate towards the fundraiser "Mission Impossible", a group of DAWN supporters that are raising money and running the Seattle Half and Full Marathon. See the link below. This is our chance to make a difference in November. They are asking for $25 donations before the big day!

https://www.crowdrise.com/dawn-missionpossible/fundraiser/domesticabusewomensnetwork

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InHealth Podcast Episode 5: Gabrielle Anderson

Scott Mccoy — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 18:33:00 GMT

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For today's podcast Scott sat down for a quick chat with InHealth's very own Gabrielle Anderson to talk Seattle Acupunture, Eastern Medicine and how it fits into the world of Western treatments.

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome- Seattle Chiropractor Report

Dana Rindal — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 22:45:00 GMT

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome can be extremely frustrating when its impacting your daily life. Painful to type? Hard to paint? Carpal Tunnel is often the result of repetitive motion that puts pressure on the median nerve. If not treated, it can lead to weakness, tingling, numbness, or hand/finger muscle damage.

Detail Description: Carpal tunnel syndrome describes an irritation of the synovial membranes around the tendons in the carpal tunnel. This inflammation results in pressure on the median nerve. The median nerve travels from the forearm into the hand through a 'tunnel' in your wrist. The bottom and sides of this tunnel are formed by wrist bones and the top of the tunnel is covered by a strong band of connective tissue or ligament. This tunnel also contains nine tendons that connect muscles to bones and bend your fingers and thumb. These tendons are covered with a lubricating membrane called synovium which may enlarge and swell under some circumstances. If the swelling is sufficient it may cause the median nerve to be pressed up against this strong ligament which may result in numbness, tingling in your hand, clumsiness or pain, all classic signs of carpal tunnel syndrome.

Treatment Options: It can be effectively treated using conservative treatment methods. Furthermore, this condition is often misdiagnosed and may actually be compression of the Median Nerve by a muscle(s) above the wrist, compression of a spinal nerve in the neck, or by scar tissue at the transverse carpal ligament. Dr. Kevin and Dr. Curt, Seattle Chiropractor, have helped dozens of patients avoid carpal tunnel syndrome through an integrated approach using Chiropractic, Active Release Technique protocols, Graston Technique, Kinesio Tape, and therapeutic exercises. He has gained a reputation with many Orthopedists, Neurologists, and General Practitioners as "the last stop before surgery" for repetitive stress injuries.

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InHealth Podcast Episode 4: Rose Wetzel Sinnett

Scott Mccoy — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 07:00:00 GMT

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Scott sits down with personal trainer and national level distance runner Rose Wetzel Sinnett to talk competitive running, high performance and her approach to health and fitness. If you'd like to find out more about Rose's personal training and career, head over to www.roserunnersports.com or find her on Facebook at facebook.com/roserunnersports.

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“Ride Your Socks Off” Benefits the Seattle Union Gospel Mission

Dana Rindal — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 18:15:00 GMT

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“On a lot of the winter nights; if you asked a cold and hungry person on the streets if they would like some socks or a sandwich, many would take the socks without a second thought.”
-Chris Peppler- UGM volunteer

Join InHealth, Seattle Chiropractor, and IC3 Northwest Cycle Team is collecting new and gently used socks to donate the Seattle Union Gospel Mission. We have a bin in our office to collect socks! Please join us in supporting this great cause and helping men and women who will be facing a cold winter on the streets of Seattle.

Baby Rindal Spotted Around InHealth

Dana Rindal — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 14:33:00 GMT

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Baby Rindal has been venturing out of the house these days. You might see him at the office every once in a while! Thank you for all of the well wishes and support!

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InHealth Podcast Episode 3: Curt Rindal

Scott Mccoy — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 12:00:00 GMT

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Today Scott sits down with InHealth's newest team member, Seattle Chiropractor Curt Rindal. They'll chat about making the transition to collegiate baseball and getting drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers after graduating from the University of Washington. It wasn't all smooth sailing though, as Curt describes an elbow injury that could have ended his career. We're glad it didn't.

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inHealth Podcast Episode 2: Scott Roth

Scott Mccoy — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 12:50:00 GMT

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Hey gang! The always fantastic and extremely talented Scott Roth, a professional pole vaulter from Seattle, WA, sat down with Scott to talk about his experiences working his way up the ranks to become one of the best vaulters in the nation. They'll chat about how Roth made his start, how he battled back and hamstring injuries and how sports physical therapy helped in his recovery.

As always, thanks for listening, and feel free to send in your questions and comments to podcast@inhealthseattle.com

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Photo Credit: polevaultplus.com

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InHealth Podcast: Barefoot Running and Dr. Kevin Rindal

Scott Mccoy — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 22:00:00 GMT

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This is it folks: The first InHealth Podcast!

For this episode we'll talk a bit about barefoot running, why it's good for you and how it has made its way into the running community. I'll also sit down with InHealth's own Dr. Kevin Rindal, Seattle Chiropracter extrordinare to discuss growing up in a chiropractic family, becoming part of the USA swim team staff and how his experience as an IronMan triathlete.

If you have any questions, comments, or topic suggestions, hop on over to the Podcast Page, or let us know in the comments section.

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Meet Curt Rindal, New InHealth Team Member & Seattle Chiropractor

Dana Rindal — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 19:17:00 GMT

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We are excited to announce that Curt Rindal, Seattle Chiropractor, will be joining InHealth as a Doctor of Chiropractic in September 2012! He and his wife recently moved back to the Northwest and we asked him a few questions.

1. Why are you excited to be back in the northwest after living in California for 3 years?

-Well I didn't come back for the weather! This area is home for me and it's always nice to be back near family and friends. There are a ton of outdoor activities I am excited to be able to enjoy once again.

2. Why did you decide to go into Chiropractic?

-The body is a powerful and complicated structure. Enhancing patients overall function and structure in the least invasive way is very rewarding.

3. What are you most looking forward to in your career?

-Over the years I have seen the positive impact that my dad and brothers have had on patients and I can't wait to be a part of that.

4. You played baseball for the Huskies and Milwaukee Brewers. How has that experience impacted you as a chiropractor?

-As athletes we are always looking for that "edge" to help us reach our full potential and for me it was Chiropractic care.

5. What is one thing that most people don't know about you?

-I went skydiving over San Diego with my brother-in-law and wisely chose to tell my family about it after I landed safely.

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Olympic Athletes Use Acupuncture- Acupuncture, Seattle

Dana Rindal — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 17:31:00 GMT

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https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1041370/The-price-Gold-Chinese-athletes-left-huge-spots-cupping-therapy-quest-Olympic-glory.html

While watching the olympics, you may have noticed some dark circles on the back of Chinese swimmers. This is known as cupping and it's used by the Chinese to enhance sport performance. Acupuncture can be used for a wide variety of conditions and is the USA is often misunderstood. Do you have questions about acupuncture? If you are wondering if acupuncture might be for you, contact Gabrielle Anderson, LAc, Acupuncture, Seattle, to see if acpuncture is right for you.

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Dr. Kevin's Secret to Eating Vegetables!

Dana Rindal — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 14:03:00 GMT

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Seattle Chiropractor Report- Secret to Eating My Vegetables!

Smoothies have always been a way that I have ensured that I get consistent, high-level, and quality nutrition in my diet. I also find that smoothies are a great way to get vegetables, such as Kale, sprouts, and other leafy greens into my diet in a grab and go fashion. I find that I am much more consistent in adding these nutrient packed foods into my diet when all I have to do is pack a shake bottle, rather than a bunch of Tupperware with a salad, dressing, etc. Here is one of my favorite smoothie recipes that you will have to try. I like adding Standard Process’ Whey Protein Complete© and SP Complete©. These are two power packed all-natural (no sugar or artificial colors or flavors, made from organic ingredients) supplements that provide high quality sources of protein and other vitamins and minerals. You could also substitute your own protein powder in this recipe instead of these products. However, if interested in Standard Process products, InHealth carries a full-line of these products that can only be dispensed by healthcare providers.

8 Frozen Strawberries

1 peeled orange

½ Frozen Banana

1 Medium apple (cored)

½ Cup of Frozen Blueberries

½ Cup of fresh pineapple

¼ Cup fresh pomegranate seeds

1 Cup chopped Kale

1 Tablespoon Flax Oil

2 Scoops SP Complete

2 Scoops Whey Protein Complete

1 Cup Orange Juice

Blend all ingredients (I use a Vitamix and blend until smooth).

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Michael Phelp's Athletic Trainer- Meet Keenan

Dana Rindal — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:00:00 GMT

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Seattle Chiropractor Report- Meet Keenan!

I had the great privilege of working with Keenan Robinson, ATC while in Knoxville, TN last week at the US Olympic Team domestic training camp. We have also traveled together as members of the USA Swimming medical staff for the 2010 Pan Pacific Championships in Irvine, CA and the 2011 FINA World Championships International training camp in Gold Coast, Australia. Keenan has become a good friend and someone I have enjoyed working along-side treating the athletes before and after training and competition.

2012 USA Olympic Team Medical Staff: Domestic Training Camp

(Left to right: (front) Ken Haller, Ashley Stern, Andy Eberheart, (back) Brian Cunningham, Keenan Robinson, and Kevin Rindal)

Keenan is a very skilled and intelligent practitioner and has been the trainer for Michael Phelps for over 8 years, dating all the way back to their time at the University of Michigan when Keenan was the ATC and Phelps was training for his first Olympics. Phelps will be one of the first to tell you that a major part of his success is staying healthy and receiving regular treatment and Keenan is the primary person that oversees and performs treatment to Phelps; he also guides Phelps’ dryland training. One of the tools Keenan frequently uses for recovery and rehabilitation with Phelps is Graston Technique. Graston Tools are metal instruments used to break up scar tissue/myofascial adhesions and facilitate proper flexibility, range of motion, and healing. Graston Technique is a treatment approach that I am also certified in and is available to patients at InHealth Seattle. To learn more about Graston Technique, go to: www.grastontechnique.com. Also, check out the link below to read an article from Details Magazine about Michael Phelps where he talks about Keenan playing a role in his recovery via the use of Graston Technique:

https://www.details.com/celebrities-entertainment/cover-stars/201208/gold-medalist-olympian-swimmer-michael-phelps-training-secrets-interview?currentPage=1

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Healthy Eating Event with Fitness Forward!

Dana Rindal — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 16:04:00 GMT

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For those of you who haven't met Debbie Pots, its time to meet this amazing women! Her business is putting on a seminar THIS THURSDAY on healthy eating. The info. is below:

Thursday, July 19th

Third Thursday Seminar: Clean Eating Part 1
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM - with Christine Hancock

Christine has been a runner since childhood and active in health and fitness ever since. Professionally, she is a nutraceutical representative. As part of her nutraceutical program, she coaches nutrition to the full spectrum of individuals and organizations. Christine will show how to sharpen your competitive edge with fun & simple nutritional habits that will put the wow in your performance. Learn how to eat to build smart cells and get inspired to shop, prepare, and eat for improved training, racing, and recovery. You will want to share these healthy living tips with your friends and family.
Christine Hancock M.S. Nutrition, RRCA Certified Running Coach

For more information, check out her website at: https://fitnessforward.net/

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Olympic Training Camp- The Basics

Kevin Rindal — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 20:10:00 GMT

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Seattle Chiropractor Report- Dr. Kevin Rindal

Today while standing on deck watching the Olympic Swimmers train, I was struck by the fact that all of the swimmers, even the greatest Olympic athlete of all time, spent the first 45 minutes of their practice doing the most basic swim drills. Not only did they go through the motions, they did the drills assigned to them with impeccable precision. The coaches were watching them closely to ensure that their form was correct and made micro modifications when needed. I suppose that this is why they are the best of the best at what they do. Proper execution of the fundamentals takes consistent, intense focus and gives each of these athletes the edge on their competition that doesn’t have the same focus.

How true this is of life, the fundamentals, no matter what your pursuit, is the foundation for success. I was encouraged today to focus on the fundamentals in several areas of my day to day life. It is so easy to go through the motions; however, incredible attention to the details, a clear focus of one’s goals, and a clear purpose are the keys to effectiveness and success.

It is easy to be inspired when surrounded by such focused and successful people, I am grateful for this opportunity and will leave Knoxville with better grasp of the importance of consistent attention to detail….just some thoughts.

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On the Deck with Team USA- Seattle Chiropractor Report

Kevin Rindal — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 15:35:00 GMT

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The Seattle Chiropractor Report- Dr. Kevin Rindal

This week I have the privilege of working with 49 of the best athletes in the world, the USA Olympic Swim Team. After an intense Olympic Trials, that in many ways will be as competitive as the Olympics, the strong survived and will represent the United States at the 2012 Olympic Games in London.

This past Friday we arrived in Knoxville, TN for a week long training camp hosted by the University of Tennessee (UT). The team will then travel to France for a 10 day training camp and then travel to London for the Olympic Games. I have been impressed by UT’s facilities, they are unbelievable; three 50 meter pools, three 25 yard pools (both 8 lanes), and 3 diving wells with 5, 7.5, and 10 meter platforms. Two of the pools are indoor and one outdoor. To top it off, they have been incredibly gracious hosts and treat us as if this is our home.

A typical day involves leaving for the pool at 7:30 am and practice until 9:30 am, breakfast follows. We eat Lunch at 1:00pm, practice #2 2:30-5:00pm and dinner to follow. There are 6 of us on the Sports Medicine Team, the Medical Doctor, a Physical Therapist, Two Athletic Trainers, a Physician’s Assistant/Athletic Trainer, and myself. Following practices, during the afternoon, and in the evening we are available to the athletes for post-training stretching/massage and I focus on Active Release Technique, Graston Technique, and Chiropractic. We all work very well together and each of us has very different skills that allows for a variety of treatment options for the athletes. Many of the athletes have Chiropractors that they work with while at home training, so I have stayed busy these first few days, treating athletes who are stiff and sore from the Olympic Trials and traveling to Knoxville.

This is the fourth time I have worked with the US National team over the past 3 ½ years, so it has been fun to re-connect with the athletes who have become friends. This is a very strong bunch of athletes; with many of the veteran coaches saying that this is probably the most talented groups of athletes they have ever seen come through the ranks of USA Swimming. This is also a very young group with 26 out of 49 athletes being first time Olympians. This team is well balanced though, and has several athletes who will be competing in their 3^rd or 4^th Olympic Games. It will be exciting to follow this team as they compete in London, I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the Olympic movement and surrounded by such inspiring individuals; we hope for great success to this team.

To follow the USA Swim Team during the Olympics, go to: www.usaswimming.org

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Finally, A Solution to Shoulder Injuries- Seattle Chiropractic Report

Dana Rindal — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 21:32:00 GMT

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The Seattle Chiropractor Report on Shoulder Pain.

WHAT IS IT?

The shoulder is a dynamic, movable joint that allows for a wide range of motion. Because it has access to a wide range of motion, it can be susceptible to injury which can lead to a degenerative process in the tissues that hold it together. Shoulder pain encompasses any pain in or around your shoulder such as the joint itself or the surrounding ligaments, tendons or muscles.

SYMPTOMS

Shoulder pain typically gets worse with movement
Grinding/popping feeling
Stiffness
Weakness
Painful movement of the arm
Swelling

CAUSES

The shoulder joint is a very complex joint structure. There are numerous joints/muscles/ligaments/bones/tissues that support this joint and allow it to function properly. An imbalance in these structures can restrain the shoulder from functioning property and/or prevent the shoulder from rotating. Besides structural imbalance, there are several additional factors that contribute to shoulder pain. For example, if too much stress is put on the shoulder it can lead to breakdown/micro tears. The body’s response is to lay down scar tissue to heal the micro-tears. As stress repeats in that same area, more tearing and more scarring will likely occur. Over time, multiple layers of scar tissue form into an adhesion, which tends to be more serious, as an adhesion is a complex layer and web of scar tissue that is much more durable. Adhesions are strong enough to alter a muscle’s flexibility and range of motion and influence biomechanics, thus putting stress on different areas of the body, often times leading to compensation injuries. Once this repetitive injury cycle has begun it cannot be stopped until the adhesion(s) is properly treated and the muscles/joints/ligaments are properly rehabilitated. It should also be noted that other factors, such as weak muscles, poor posture, etc. can also lead to shoulder pain.

The most common causes of shoulder pain include:

Bursitis/Rotator Cuff Tendonitis- One of the most common diagnosis for shoulder pain.
Frozen Shoulder- This leads to stiffness of the joint and difficulty with shoulder rotation.
Shoulder Instability- Typically the result of a loose joint.
Calcific Tendonitis- Calcium deposits within the rotator cuff tendon.
Shoulder Separation (AC separation)- a disruption of the acromioclavicular joint.
Shoulder Dislocation- When the top of the arm bone is disconnected from the scapula.
Labral Tear & SLAP Lesion- Often caused by falling onto an outstretched hand.
Biceps Tendon Rupture- When the tendon of the bicep muscle ruptures near the joint.
Pain between the shoulders typically is due to problems with the neck.

RISK FACTORS

Being middle-aged or older
Heavy lifting
Sports

PREVENTION

Exercising on a consistent basis, maintaining proper posture, maintaining a healthy weight, and using good body mechanics are all ways to help prevent shoulder pain.

CONVENTIONAL TREATMENT

There are several common treatments used for shoulder pain which are often used in combination with each other. These include rest, ice, ibuprofen, splints/braces, exercises, stretches, surgery and ultrasound. Typically these treatments take a long time before they are able to provide relief, and they typically never address the underlying cause of the problem of scar tissue adhesions. Each of these approaches can be effective if they are done in conjunction with a treatment that addresses scar tissue (adhesions), and proper firing/functioning of muscles.

INHEALTH TREATMENT

At InHealth, we take an integrated approach when treating shoulder pain. Two of our main treatment approaches are through hands-on and instrument-assisted myofascial therapy: Active Release Technique (ART) and Graston Technique. Both of these techniques are relatively new and highly successful hands-on treatment methods that address problems in the soft tissues of the body including muscles, ligaments, fascia, and nerves. Both of these treatments are highly successful in dealing with shoulder pain, because they are specifically focused on locating and treating the scar tissue adhesions that accumulate in the muscles and surrounding soft tissues. The primary goals of an Dr. Kevin, Seattle Chiropractor, and ART and Graston Technique practitioner are to 1) break-up restrictive adhesions, 2) reinstate normal tissue flexibility and movement and 3) more completely restore flexibility, balance and stability to the injured area.

In addition to ART and Graston Technique, InHealth provides exercise rehabilitation to stabilize the injury, Kinesio Taping to support the injury, and chiropractic manipulation to balance the structure of the body. InHealth also offers integrated treatment through the exceptional Acupuncture and Massage Therapists who are a part of the InHealth team. Our objective is to provide each patient with integrated health care and exceptional results. Call InHealth and Dr. Rindal, Seattle Chiropractor, today to schedule an appointment at 206-315-7998.

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The Risk of Drinking Too Much Water- Seattle Chiropractor's Report

Dana Rindal — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 21:09:00 GMT

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Seattle Chiropractor's Report

Typically this time of year, we are reading articles on dehydration (lack of water). For good reason! More often then not, drinking too little water can become a major problem for people who are active in summer weather.

What about drinking too much water? Is there such a thing? The answer is a startling “yes”, it’s called hyponatremia. Although extremely rare, endurance athletes tend to have the highest risk of experiencing this condition. For example, in 2002, a healthy 28-year-old female collapsed during the Boston Marathon as a result of hyponatremia. She didn’t make it, which prompted not only the running community but also the scientist to start asking questions.

Symptoms: Nausea, cramps, dizziness and headaches. It is difficult to distinguish between dehydration and hyponatremia symptoms. The difference in symptoms is that people experiencing hyponatremia have normal vital signs in the initial states. They are also more likely to vomit and become puffy.

Treatment: IV with a concentrated sodium solution, a diuretic medication to speed water loss and an anti-convulsive medication, in case of seizure, according to Dr. John Cianca, medical director for the Houston Marathon. It is important that hyponatremia is diagnosed correctly and not mistaken for dehydration as the treatment for these two conditions are opposite of each other.

Dr. Arthur Siegel, director of internal medicine at McLean Hospital, studied 2 women who died during marathons from hyponatremia. He found that they both died of brain swelling from the water intoxication. He determined that they died not from “drinking too much water, but because their kidneys stopped excreting water as a response to skeletal muscle injury. When runners “hit the wall” they force their muscles to continue to exercise even after they’ve run out of glycogen, or fuel. This triggers a stress hormone in the brain to tell the kidneys to halt water excretion, in an effort to maximize blood volume. When this happens, even a relatively small amount of fluid can cause the brain to swell. If a person continues to consume fluids, the body reacts to the inflammation by continue to protect blood volume making the brain swell even more.” Dr. Siegel thinks that it’s the combination of over-drinking during and after the race, once the muscle injury has begun, that people start to get in trouble.

So how can you protect yourself? First, understand how you sweat. People who tend to be “salty sweaters” are at a higher risk for hyponatremia. If you are running or working out for more than 5 hours, weight yourself periodically. If you gain weight, stop drinking water. Just as a heads up, women tend to be more at risk for this then men as they tend to lose more sodium and retain more fluid then men.

Although rare, it’s important to keep an eye on your water consumption, especially if you are an athlete.

Information Source: https://www.amaasportsmed.org/news_room/hyponatremia_reuters.htm

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5 Tips to Mental Toughness- Seattle Chiropractor Report

Dana Rindal — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 16:15:00 GMT

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The Seattle Chiropractor Report:

“There isn’t a person anywhere who isn’t capable of doing more than he thinks he can.”  -Henry Ford

Typically when we think about athletes, we think of them in terms of their “physical ability”. However, if you ask the truly great athletes, you will find that mastery over their mind is one of their greatest weapons that they have in their arsenal. Take for instance, the recent article in Vogue on Syndey Leroux, the youngest player on the U.S. Olympic Soccer team.

“Although she is among the youngest players on the squad, she sounds like a seasoned pro when she lays out her game strategy. “You get one really small chance,” she says about her knack for finding just the right moment to score. “When that chance happens, you feel it. You pounce on that. And it may happen in the eighty-ninth minute, but it will happen. That’s my favorite part of the game, finding these glitches and trying to make something of them.”

How is mastery of the mind achieved? It is hard work, just like training our physical body. It takes discipline, practice and of course support. Some ideas to get started on your mental training?

Get a coach! Hire someone to help you move forward both on a physical and mental level. For some of us, mental discipline is just a matter of making exercise and our body a priority. A coach can help!
Find an exercise partner and someone that you can train with. Ensure that person is a positive person that will encourage you, not necessarily turn your workout sessions into a time of complaining. Also, make sure that you are a good partner as well!
Turn your thinking around and make sure you are focused positive thoughts. When you find yourself thinking about “why you cannot do something”, stop yourself and start to think about how “you can do something”. Simply changing how you think about a problem, will often allow you to come up with unique and non-obvious solutions. (example. Instead of thinking that you are way too tired to workout again, start thinking about what sounds good today for a workout? Maybe instead of a run, you do a walk-jog.)
Make sure that you are always turning the “lemons in your life, into lemonade”. Everyone has tough things thrown at them. Work on your response, and choose to make the best out of a tough situation.
Last but not least, grow! Read, listen, and learn. Challenge yourself daily and grow from your experiences.

Sydney once again, shows us the power of her mental strength. When her competitors falls apart because of changing weather or conditions, she ensures it’s the moment that she will excel as described in the recent Vogue article.

“(Sydney) has a talent for raising her game in conditions that might slow other players down. “I absolutely love playing in the rain,” says Leroux, who grew up outside Vancouver, B.C., in a coastal area known for its precipitation (her mom is Canadian, her dad American). “It reminds me of home.”

Go out and do your best today. Seattle Chiropractor

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Lose Weight & Feel Great- InHealth Events

Dana Rindal — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 16:00:00 GMT

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Back by popular demand, we are offering the Introductory Purfication Class on June 26th at 6:30pm. This class is offered for free and is a great time to ask questions about what a cleanse/purification process does for your body. At InHealth we use the Standard Process 21 Day Cleanse kit.

Who Needs to Detoxify?

Anyone who has consumed:
Processed foods
Sodas or processed sweet foods
Non-organic produce
Meat and poultry that are not free-range
Any genetically altered foods
Food containing preservatives, additives, dyes
Fast foods or restaurant foods
Charbroiled or grilled foods
Coffee, alcohol, dairy products or tap water

Who Else Needs to Detoxify?

If you have been exposed to the following:
Petroleum products
Pesticides, herbicides, chemical fertilizers
Hairsprays, candles, air fresheners
New carpet, paint, furniture or flooring
Nuclear power plants
Have amalgam dental fillings
Household or industrial cleaning solutions

Others Needing to Detoxify

Anyone wanting
More energy or vitality
Better health and less symptoms
To lose weight
To sleep better
To improve mental clarity
To control sugar cravings
To improve libido
Ongoing maintenance of their health

So What Do I Need to Do?

Sign up to for the program at the reception desk or call the clinic at (206)-315-7998.
Come to the pre-purification class on Tuesday, June 12th at 6:30pm.
Buy your Standard Process purification nutritional products.
Start the purification diet.
Continue 3 week purification and feel great!

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5 Tips for Sore Back Muscles- Seattle Chiropractor Report

Dana Rindal — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 14:00:00 GMT

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Sore back muscles can impact your daily life and leave you feeling limited as to what you can physically accomplish. Recently, I had a patient who was pregnant and experiencing low back pain. This is very common, so what can you do about it? Here are 5 tips for sore back muscles:

1. Apply Ice and/or Heat: It is important that you apply heat and ice at the correct stage of an injury as they have opposite effects. Heat increases blood flow to an injured area and relaxes muscles. On the other hand, ice decreases blood flow, and assists with reducing inflammation. If your back pain is from a recent or acute injury, apply ice. If you are in the chronic injury stage, and have experienced this pain for a while, apply heat. You can read more about application of ice in this blog post.

2. Spinal Manipulation or Adjustment: Spinal manipulation is simply pressure used to the spine to coax the vertebrae into proper alignment. There is evidence that chiropractic relieves many types of back pain, lower back pain in particular, and helps restore normal range of motion. Spinal manipulations takes stress off surrounding tissues - muscles, tendons, and ligaments - to relieve back pain and restore normal functioning. That is why it is so important to see a chiropractor for back pain. You may be interested to note that osteopathic doctor and physical therapist in most states are licensed to perform spinal manipulation.

3. Massage Therapy: Seattle Message therapy allows for increased blood flow to muscles and muscle relaxation. It is a great way to not only relax, but also decrease back pain.

4. Active Recovery: By doing exercises that are not full exertion you create a larger flow of blood to your muscles allowing for quicker recovery that helps to reduce pain felt from sore muscles.

5. Active Release Technique (ART): ART can be extremely effective when treating sore back muscles as it breaks down scar tissue, increases blood circulation and improves range of motion. Doing ART in conjunction with spinal manipulation and massage therapy can be extremely effective when dealing with sore back muscles.

Questions? Contact us!

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The Seattle Chiropractor Report on Shoulder Pain.

WHAT IS IT?

SYMPTOMS

Shoulder pain typically gets worse with movement

Grinding/popping feeling

Stiffness

Weakness

Painful movement of the arm

Swelling

CAUSES

The most common causes of shoulder pain include:

Bursitis/Rotator Cuff Tendonitis- One of the most common diagnosis for shoulder pain.

Frozen Shoulder- This leads to stiffness of the joint and difficulty with shoulder rotation.

Shoulder Instability- Typically the result of a loose joint.

Calcific Tendonitis- Calcium deposits within the rotator cuff tendon.

Shoulder Separation (AC separation)- a disruption of the acromioclavicular joint.

Shoulder Dislocation- When the top of the arm bone is disconnected from the scapula.

Labral Tear & SLAP Lesion- Often caused by falling onto an outstretched hand.

Biceps Tendon Rupture- When the tendon of the bicep muscle ruptures near the joint.

Pain between the shoulders typically is due to problems with the neck.

RISK FACTORS

Being middle-aged or older

Heavy lifting

Sports

PREVENTION

Exercising on a consistent basis, maintaining proper posture, maintaining a healthy weight, and using good body mechanics are all ways to help prevent shoulder pain.

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