Many of us don’t know that posture and breathing are connected. In fact, good posture is necessary for good breathing. This is the reason why you find it harder to breathe when you sit down and then bend over. So, how is

I’d like to share a story about a woman with whom I recently worked who was struggling with severe back pain.  We will call her Susan. Susan was diagnosed with herniated discs (disc bulges) as well as spondylolisthesis (vertebrae slipping on each

Summer is here and many people are looking forward to exercise routines in the water.  The pool is a great spot to exercise, especially for those with joint problems or pain.  The buoyancy of the water makes it low impact by taking

We all know how devastating Parkinson’s disease can be, negatively affecting quality of life for the patient, as well as the family. At this time, there is no cure for Parkinson’s. Symptoms are standardly treated with medication to provide relief. But current

We are often asked about what is the most important thing to do for your health, especially when you have a chronic condition such as stroke or Parkinsons.  Exercise is the answer!  Part of this is stretching.  Maintaining flexibility is critical for

This article does a great job of highlighting an area that many are dealing with in their own families.  As we have an aging population who may be developing cognitive impairment, how do we ensure that they remain safe, that their doctors

Doctors at Mayo clinic in Florida have tested a new device on a small population of patients experiencing a stroke.  The adhesive strip is applied over a patient’s eyebrow and measures the amount of oxygen in the brain.  This is a big

Ask the Experts: Real Life Issues…Real Life Answers  A panel of Coachella Valley Professionals will discuss how to budget resources for yourself, aging parents, spouse, partner or a disabled child.  This is the time to ask the questions you always meant to

  What an amazingly powerful picture!  Awe inspiring to say the least! A friend posted this picture and the title on her Facebook page.  The amount of feedback and people commenting on the picture have been astounding.  But do we take a

We had another great Golf Clinic today for Stroke Survivors and those with Parkinson’s.  What a successful and fun afternoon!  The smiles were abundant, the laughter plentiful and successful putts occuring.   The weather today just added to the enjoyment – it