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Dr. Michael Corsilles
Meet Functional Medicine Physician, Dr. Michael Corsilles who practices at our Vida Bellevue location.
Heat vs Ice – Which to Use?
One of the most common questions we are asked by our patients is whether they should use ice or heat on their area of pain – whether it’s a neck, ankle or low back. The follow-up question to this is always, How do I know which one to use and when? First, let’s talk...
Understanding Myofascial Decompression
Recently, cupping captured the attention of the American media and public. The mechanism of how it works is very simple, yet its effectiveness for musculoskeletal pain and tension can be quite profound. Myofascial...
Injury Prevention: Hamstrings & Calves
If you are like the majority, whether it is at work, in the car, on the computer, or at home in front of the TV, you spend most of your time in a sitting position. Unfortunately, overtime this creates tightness in the back...
Climbing Injuries – Shoulders
The most brilliant minds in the world at one point thought the Earth was the center of the universe, only to realize that they were wrong (it’s the sun by the way). So, to say that anyone is a master of the human...
Squat Away Ankle & Hip Pain
Squatting is a key developmental movement that we do in order to stand up and walk as little ones. The thing we often ignore in our squat training is that we learn to squat from the ground up. This is a fundamental...
What is Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy?
As many as 35% of adults aged 40 and older in the United States have experienced some form of vestibular dysfunction. Eighty percent of persons over the age of 65 have experienced dizziness. Overall, vertigo from a vestibular problem account for one-third of dizziness...
Sore Neck & Upper Back Pain? Try This Simple Wall Exercise
Wall Exercise- Upper Back and Chest Problem Prevention: Upper Back and Chest If you are constantly using a computer or smartphone, commuting daily for work, or sitting for long periods of time, chances are that you...
Wrist and Forearm – Desk Exercise
Desk Exercise for Wrist & Forearm Stretch We take for granted how much we use our hands on a daily basis. Of all the common injuries that keep us from using our hands, one of the most annoying is damage to the...
Is Grip Strength Important?
How did it feel the last time you opened a new jar of peanut butter? Does the thought of using a can opener make your wrist cringe? If the action or even the thought of that hurts, there’s a good chance your body is trying to tell you something. A recent study of...
Meet Dr. Diana Lam, Chiropractor
Dr. Diana Lam was born in Lima, Peru and raised in the United states since age 7. From age 13 till age 22 she suffered with migraines (3-4 times a week), a condition that she thought was hereditary. After several...
Acupuncture Treatment for Frozen Shoulder
Otherwise known as adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder, frozen shoulder is a condition that is characterized by its insidious onset. Without intervention, overtime a slow and gradual decrease in range of motion occurs. Pain and stiffness of the shoulder joint are the...
Understanding Plantar Fasciitis
For years, I have been treating athletes with the diagnosis of plantar fasciitis. From runners, to basketball players, to crossfit athletes, to desk jockeys, you name it, I have treated it. I would probably say it is...
The Power Of A Hug
Ever had a bad day and all you need is a hug? There is a good reason for that. The reality is that our skin is the largest organ that we have, and our skin was made to make contact. This is why we get such great satisfaction when we touch things of different...
Standing Tall For Your Health
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6k30zzW3n9M A tower will only stand tall as long as its foundation is strong. For most of us, as we age, we neglect to maintain a strong core, which is the foundation of our functional posture, and so we find ourselves hurt and...
Iliotibial Band Syndrome with Dr. Chase Waldrup
Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome, or IT Band Syndrome, is a common problem that can cause pain in the outside of the thigh or knee. This occurs when the tensor fascia latae (TFL) muscle at the hip becomes overactive. The...
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