3 Low-Impact Exercises for Back Pain

When you have back pain, whether a dull ache or a moderate nagging pain, getting active may be the farthest thing from your mind. But the truth is, low-impact activities can actually help reduce back pain. In fact, the Mayo Clinic suggests that light activities (within reason, of course) can aid in the healing process.…

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Healthy Habits To Help You Look and Feel Your Best for Summer, Part 1

The days are getting longer, the temperatures are already heating up, and the delightful aroma of grilled deliciousness on the barbecue is ever-present here in Littleton, which can only mean one thing: summer is coming. If you’ve been cooped up all winter and spring, you are probably very excited to get outside and get active…

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The Worst Shoes For Back Pain Sufferers

The shoes we wear can either help prevent back pain, or contribute to it. Supportive shoes consist of structural support for your entire foot, ankle and arch support, and provide a good level of padding in the soles to absorb the shock of each step and protect your joints. Improper footwear, on the other hand,…

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How To Keep Your Back Healthy and Happy This Spring

We are nearing the transition from spring to summer here along the Front Range, which means many of you will become more and more active in the weeks to come. As such, it’s important to maintain your health and wellness to ensure you can participate in all those fun outdoor activities we Coloradans enjoy so…

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4 Surprising Facts About Sugar

If you are like most people, you probably consume a fair amount of added sugar every day, whether it’s intentional or not. We all enjoy a tasty sweet treat, sure, but truthfully, many people don’t even realize just how much added sugar they actually consume in their food and beverages. Added sugar is found in…

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How Sugar Contributes To Muscle and Joint Pain

Between Valentine’s Day and Easter, it is quite hard to avoid all those delightful sweet treats that the grocery store always has fully stocked this time of year. While it’s more obvious how sugar can impact weight gain, obesity, and cause serious medical conditions like type 2 diabetes, have you ever thought about how sugar…

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Walk Your Way To A Healthy Spine This Spring

Now that longer, sun-filled days are here, it’s time to get active so you can get your neck, back, and whole body in optimal health just in time for summer. For people who suffer from chronic or acute pain, performing high-impact exercises can be difficult and, in many cases, can lead to worsening symptoms or…

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Neck and Shoulder Stretches for Office Workers

Working an office job may seem like one of the safest occupations when compared to manual labor jobs, but the truth is, sitting and standing for long periods of time can take a real toll on the body — especially the neck and shoulders. Sitting for extended periods of time affects your posture, while typing…

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