Movement is Medicine

With boutique gyms opening up in Washington state, many people are pumped to get back into the gym. But making a safe transition back into heavy lifting and high intensity training is key! What's the point of heading back to the gym only to get injured in the first couple weeks. Tune into the Movement is Medicine show to get our best tips and tricks to safely return to the gym.

As a pre-release to our upcoming Virtual Running Clinic the team got together to talk about running. Listen in for tips, tricks, ideas and insights into how you can take your running game to the next level and stay injury free.

Join the Head 2 Toe team for your weekly dose of inspiration, ideas, and insights around how to take care of yourself. This week the team talks about the following: Importance of sunshine Dealing with the loss of graduation Best kitchen gadgets for stay at home cooking Clinic updates & telehealth options The #1 way to start your day off right And more!!!

Quarantips with the Head 2 Toe team.  On this episode we cover: - best ways to stay positive & productive - staying connected to friends & family - clinic updates including telehealth options - best mood-boosting video to watch on youtube right now - how to leverage old tech for parents/grandparents that might be isolated - and more!

Stay limber, loose, and pain-free when working at home or working out at home. The team shares tips and treatments you can do at home to release sore, tense muscles. Also, ways to stay positive during the extended quarantine. Plus, we might even talk about puppies.

One question that's come up, when should you come in for treatment during the statewide lockdown? It's not a simple answer, but generally, if it's a minor tweak or strain that's not getting worse, then you should stay home. If you have numbness, sharp pain, or discomfort that's increasing, you should get it addressed. We are here for you and taking every precaution to keep the clinic a safe place...

We got everyone together to share their best 'quarantips' to stay healthy, happy, and positive. On this episode, you'll learn: - our favorite apps to find peace and calm so you can boost your immune strength - #1 free workout app for breaking a sweat and finishing with a smile on your face - the little known, but wildly effective protocol to stay ultra-hydrated - how you can find joy in discoverin...

Here's the clinic update on March 24th, we are open and seeing patients.  Here's what you need to know...

Join the Head 2 Toe team for a lively conversation around protecting your Achilles tendon from injury.  You'll learn to identify an injury before it happens. Learn how to self-release When should you come into the clinic?

Have you heard of neurodynamics before? Most of us have not. But this exciting field of specialized medicine can be a life-changer for people dealing with nerve pain related conditions. Join us on the show to discuss everything you need to know about nerve pain, such as: How do you know you're dealing with a nerve issue? What are the most common nerve injuries? How does neurodynamics work? What do...

Mid-Winter sports are in full swing and we're seeing more people in the clinic with a set of common injuries. On this episode of the Movement Is Medicine Show we'll breakdown the most common winter sport injuries and what you can do to avoid them.

Most people have heard of their 'fascia', the thin fibrous tissue that covers muscles but don't really understand what it does. Join the Head 2 Toe team to learn more about this essential system, how it works, what happens when it breaks down, and how the doctors treat fascia disorders.

Have you heard about NRT (nutrition response testing)? It's a non-invasive way to test for food allergies and sensitivities that might be impacting your overall health. Join the Head 2 Toe team to learn from Dr. Tim and Dr. Lee as they explain what NRT is and how it can help.

The number one thing most people think about when they hear the word chiropractor is cracking and popping backs. The process of using the hands, body, or a tool to manipulate the body is known as an 'adjustment'. Typically, when most people get adjusted it's either their neck or along their spinal cord. But what exactly should you expect from an adjustment? Do you need one everytime you visit Head...

Plantar Fasciitis is the most common cause of pain on the bottom of the heel! In the US, over 2 million patients are treated for this every year.  What is it? Plantar fasciitis occurs when the strong band of tissue that supports the arch of your foot becomes irritated and inflamed.  Who gets it? If you're active, especially if you, then you're at risk for developing plantar fasciitis. Ca...

On this episode of the Movement is Medicine show you'll learn more about how to properly fuel your body, and find out if Keto or Paleo is right for you. Keto and Paleo are both incredibly popular diet/lifestyle approaches that make big promises...but what do the doctors at Head 2 Toe think? Dr. Annie invited a special guest, Dr. Becky Hoppins, to share her perspective as an expert on hormonal heal...

Water is life... It's required by every person to stay alive & satisfy our health needs. This includes our body composition, mental focus, sleep and recovery .  It's true that water is one of the key elements responsible for human life on earth and is vital for our survival. The human brain is composed of 95% water, lungs are 90%, blood is 83%, muscles are 76%, and bones are 22% water. &n...

The CrossFit Open is one of the biggest workout events of the entire year with almost 430,000 people competing in 2018. This year, regardless if it's your first or your 6th, we share movement prep tips, nutrition suggestions and recovery secrets to help you crush it.

Chiropractors...some people love them, others aren't so sure. Over the last 50 years, there's been tremendous growth in chiropractic. But in 2019, chiropractic treatment isn't just limited to spinal adjustments (at least not at Head 2 Toe). Modern manual therapy blends chiropractic, physical therapy, and a variety of other disciplines to create a powerful new way to treat injuries. Join Dr. Bruce,...

The shoulder joint and surrounding soft tissue can be easily injured. Join the team from Head 2 Toe in discussing how the shoulder works, why it's so vulnerable to injury, the best kinds of prehab, and what you can do to speed healing.

On this episode, the team explores different types of pain and what they are communicating to you. Sharp stabbing pain, dull aches, throbbing pain, numbness, tingling...what do these different sensations tell us about getting treatment? Tune into today's show to decode the secret language of pain and what it's trying to tell you.

Over the last 20 years, there's been a major shift in how sports are handled with younger athletes, especially for kids under 20. The growing trend has favored specializing in one or two sports to give the child the greatest advantage in competitive play. From a physical standpoint, there's danger in overloading and overusing the joints and soft tissue with too much repetition. Which is why Head 2...

Join Dr. Annie and the Head 2 Toe team in a lively discussion into the low back. Why does it get sore? How can we prevent it? What are the best treatment options?  Low back pain has reached an all time high in the US and accounts for more lost time, money and accounts for over $240 billion dollars. Over 80% of the US will experience low back pain during their lifetime and on this episode your...