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The Power of Mistletoe to Ease Your Cancer Symptoms

Sep 08, 2023

You want the most effective treatment possible when you get a cancer diagnosis. Mistletoe extract contains potent toxins that destroy cancer cells. Here’s what you need to know.

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Strengthen Your Joints With Prolotherapy

Strengthen Your Joints With Prolotherapy

Aug 07, 2023

You rely on your joints for every move, from tying your shoes to getting into your car. If your joints are weak, damaged, or diseased, prolotherapy may be the solution to restore strength, flexibility, and stability.

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Try These Strategies to Thrive as You Get Older

Try These Strategies to Thrive as You Get Older

Jul 01, 2023

Don’t just age gracefully — defy your chronological age and debunk the senior-citizen stereotypes. With our anti-aging strategies, you can thrive through every stage of life.

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What You Need to Know about Smog Exposure and Your Health

Jul 01, 2023

Integrative medicine specialist, Dr. Leonard Kaplan shares why you should be concerned about the health hazards of smog, who is most at risk and how to minimize the health risks.

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Improving Gut Health with Naturopathic Medicine: A Comprehensive Approach

Jun 28, 2023

At OWM Integrative Wellness in Buffalo, NY, we believe that gut health is not just about digestion; it affects your physical, emotional, and mental well-being. We specialize in integrative and naturopathic medicine, which recognize the crucial role of the

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Eric Lux, Professional Racecar Driver

HOW PRP SAVED THE RACE

Jun 27, 2023

Eric Lux, a professional racecar driver, shares how the Platelet Rich Plasma therapy he received at OWM Integrative Wellness in Buffalo, NY allowed him to heal quickly enough to compete in one of his favorite races, the 24 Hours of Daytona.

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Optimize Your Brain Health at a Brain Spa

Optimize Your Brain Health at a Brain Spa

Jun 05, 2023

Your brain has the power to heal itself and your body, but it often needs help to function at its full potential. Introducing Brain Spa by OWM. Our proprietary brain spa includes four innovative experiences to optimize your brain’s function and cognition.

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Here's What You Can Do About Chronic Pain

May 19, 2023

If your pain is constant or recurrent, disrupts your life for months or years, or causes a chain reaction of subsequent symptoms — it’s chronic. Here’s how we treat chronic pain with functional, integrative, and naturopathic medicine.

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OWM Integrative Wellness Gap Year Advantages

May 02, 2023

A gap year can be so much more than experience gained from traveling the world. For some it means getting real world work experience.

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What Is Microneedling, and Why Is Everyone Raving About it?

Apr 01, 2023

You can’t stop time, but you can control your skin’s response to it by tapping into your body’s healing powers. Read on to learn how microneedling coaxes your skin to repair itself.

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Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

Mar 31, 2023

Learn about lifestyle changes and a non-invasive treatment that can effectively reduce the inflammation caused by BPH.

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Yoga by OWM to Offer Wall Yoga Demos and New Restorative Wall Yoga Class

Mar 27, 2023

Yoga by OWM at OWM Integrative Wellness is the only WNY studio to offer the unique Iyengar-based Great Wall suspension system. New demos and a restorative wall yoga class are available this spring.

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What You Should Know About SonoCine's Automated Whole Breast Ultrasound

Mar 26, 2023

Learn about a technology that has proven to detect even the smallest cancers missed by mammograms.

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What Happens If Lyme Disease Is Left Untreated?

Mar 16, 2023

As winter gives way to spring, the deer ticks in Buffalo, New York, or anywhere in Western New York are abundant and active. And many of them carry Lyme disease — a serious bacterial infection. If you get bitten, early treatment is critical. Here’

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How Naturopathic Medicine Can Improve Health

Mar 10, 2023

Naturopathic medicine represents an effort to improve patient outcomes and redirect the course of chronic diseases with its patient-centered approach - longer patient visits, self-care recommendations, along with many non-drug/non-surgical options.

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How PRP Is Alleviating Joint Pain and Restoring Mobility

How PRP Is Alleviating Joint Pain and Restoring Mobility

Feb 21, 2023

Think medication and surgery are the only treatments for joint pain? Think again. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a drug-free and noninvasive way to heal your joints from within using the power of your own blood. Here’s how it works.

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What to Expect With Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy

What to Expect With Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy

Jan 10, 2023

Low energy, moodiness, weight gain, and brain fog point to out-of-balance hormones. If you’re cautious about synthetic replacements, we’ve got great news about a better option — bioidentical hormones.

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Say Goodbye to Embarrassing Odor and Sweat with miraDry®

Dec 15, 2022

Unsightly sweat stains regardless of the temperature? Embarrassing body odor? Ineffective deodorant? If any of these things sound familiar, then you might be dealing with axillary hyperhidrosis, more commonly known as excessive underarm sweating.

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The Truth About Mammograms and How They Fail Certain Women

The Truth About Mammograms and How They Fail Certain Women

Dec 01, 2022

Some women may be more apt to get false results from their mammograms. Learn more about how these breast cancer screenings can sometimes not get the full picture.

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Using Mindfulness to Prevent Cancer

Oct 06, 2022

When we think about cancer prevention, physical interventions that are known disease preventers, such as diet and exercise, may be the first things to come to mind. However, our mental well-being also plays a major role in cancer prevention and our..

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Cutting Edge Technology in Early Breast Cancer Detection

Sep 29, 2022

It’s estimated that 1 in every 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women worldwide, giving us good reason every October to raise awareness for the impact of this...

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An Integrative Approach to Breast Cancer Prevention

Sep 29, 2022

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, an annual effort to increase consciousness and knowledge on the prevention, screening, and treatment of breast cancer. Almost everyone knows someone who has been affected by breast cancer, and it’s estimated...

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Treating Mold Sensitivity with Naturopathic Medicine

Treating Mold Sensitivity with Naturopathic Medicine

Sep 01, 2022

Mold is found everywhere in our environment, and humans have coexisted with it for thousands of years. But when it comes to mold, there are both good and bad varieties.

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Intravenous Ketamine Therapy: How to Prepare and What to Expect

Intravenous Ketamine Therapy: How to Prepare and What to Expect

Aug 30, 2022

Our mental health is equally as important as our physical health, yet it’s one of the most neglected areas of healthcare. Both physical and mental health have a cause-and-effect relationship with each other,...

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Restoring Hair Growth with Platelet Rich Plasma

Restoring Hair Growth with Platelet Rich Plasma

Aug 25, 2022

As we age, we may start to notice our hair shedding faster than it once did. Hair loss is a common issue for many people in the United States, affecting both men and women. It can have a significant impact on a person’s self-confidence and social life.

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Dr. Kim Howes on “The Raw Truth” Podcast Discussing Naturopathic Medicine

Dr. Kim Howes on “The Raw Truth” Podcast Discussing Naturopathic Medicine

Aug 21, 2022

Dr. Howes was recently a guest on Robbie Raugh’s “The Raw Truth”, as part of her weekly radio show on WDCX Radio.

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Brain Fog: A Common Symptom of Long-Haul COVID And Other Chronic Illnesses

Brain Fog: A Common Symptom of Long-Haul COVID And Other Chronic Illnesses

Aug 15, 2022

What Is Brain Fog? More and more often, patients are presenting to doctors’ offices complaining of difficulty with concentration, word-finding, and short-term memory. These symptoms are often described as “brain fog.”

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Treating Hyperpigmentation with DermaFrac Microneedling

Treating Hyperpigmentation with DermaFrac Microneedling

Aug 01, 2022

You might refer to it as “age spots” or “sun spots”, but an uneven complexion is one of the top skin-related frustrations that many people encounter.

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Introducing OWM’s Anti-Aging Loyalty Membership

Introducing OWM’s Anti-Aging Loyalty Membership

Aug 01, 2022

For thousands of years, mankind has been on a quest for the legendary “Fountain of Youth”. While we haven’t quite discovered this mythical fountain, modern developments in anti-aging medicine may just hold the key to reversing the aging process.

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Prolozone for Hip Joint Pain and Prevention

Prolozone for Hip Joint Pain and Prevention

Aug 01, 2022

The hip is one of the most stable joints in the human body. It allows important motion in the legs, gives the body balance, and of course its primary role, which is serving as the body’s largest weight-bearing joint.

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Activate Your Brain with an OWM Spa Day

Activate Your Brain with an OWM Spa Day

Jul 18, 2022

Many of us live fast-paced lifestyles which are bombarded daily with stressors such as work and family demands, processed food, and not nearly enough sleep. We are constantly multi-tasking.

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Treat Your Brain to a Spa Day

Treat Your Brain to a Spa Day

Jul 11, 2022

Many of us live fast-paced lifestyles which are bombarded daily with stressors such as work and family demands, processed food, and not nearly enough sleep. We are constantly multi-tasking.

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Anxious or Depressed? Try a NAD Infusion

Anxious or Depressed? Try a NAD Infusion

Jul 08, 2022

Worry, fear and sadness are natural, human emotions that we all experience from time to time. But what does it mean when these feelings linger longer than a few days or weeks?

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Tissue Support Matrix Therapy: What Ever Happened to Stem Cell Therapy?

Tissue Support Matrix Therapy: What Ever Happened to Stem Cell Therapy?

Jul 07, 2022

This blog post is a departure from the previous informational posts I have written. It is intended as a reflection on the state of medicine today in this great country of ours.

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Restore Balance in your Nervous System with Intravenous Therapy

Restore Balance in your Nervous System with Intravenous Therapy

Jul 01, 2022

Many of us live fast-paced lifestyles which are bombarded daily with stressors such as work and family demands, processed food, and not nearly enough sleep.

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TENEX™ Tenotomy, the Non-Surgical Solution for Chronic Tendon Pain

TENEX™ Tenotomy, the Non-Surgical Solution for Chronic Tendon Pain

Jun 27, 2022

Tennis elbow, Jumper’s knee, and Swimmer’s shoulder – what do all of these conditions have in common? Aside from being common injuries for athletes, all of these conditions involve chronic pain as a result of tendon inflammation.

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Medical Grade Skincare vs Over the Counter Products: Is There a Difference?

Medical Grade Skincare vs Over the Counter Products: Is There a Difference?

Jun 16, 2022

Have you ever purchased a new skincare product only to be disappointed with the results? Are those products now collecting dust in the back of your medicine cabinet? Shopping for the perfect skincare regimen can be intimidating, not to mention, expensive.

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3 Ways To Protect Your Skin From The Sun This Summer

3 Ways To Protect Your Skin From The Sun This Summer

Jun 06, 2022

Summer is here, and for many, this means more time spent outside. While warmer weather and longer days allow us to enjoy more outdoor activities this also comes with increased exposure to the sun’s UVA and UVB rays.

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CIRS: A Condition behind Chronic Fatigue And Other Associated Symptoms

CIRS: A Condition behind Chronic Fatigue And Other Associated Symptoms

Jun 06, 2022

Modern medicine has excelled at understanding and treating acute illness and life-threatening conditions. Unfortunately, its ability to treat chronic illness is abysmal.

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What is Integrative Medicine?

What is Integrative Medicine?

May 31, 2022

There’s no easy way to say this, but America’s healthcare system is in a crisis. It’s estimated that over 27 million people are without health insurance, and those who do have it often pay sky-high premiums for sub-par care.

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Cutting Inflammation: Ozone Therapy and Autoimmune Symptoms

Cutting Inflammation: Ozone Therapy and Autoimmune Symptoms

May 31, 2022

It’s estimated that over 23 million people in America are currently living with one of the over 100 known autoimmune diseases. Some commonly known autoimmune disorders are Rheumatoid Arthritis, Crohn’s disease, Psoriasis, and Multiple Sclerosis.

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Vitamin A: The Skincare Vitamin

Vitamin A: The Skincare Vitamin

May 31, 2022

There are seemingly thousands of skincare ingredients on the market all promising to provide eternal youth and aesthetic beauty to the face and body. It’s easy to get lost in the marketing hype of the next best ingredient.

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Dr. Kaplan on “The Raw Truth” Podcast Discussing Long Haul COVID

Dr. Kaplan on “The Raw Truth” Podcast Discussing Long Haul COVID

May 10, 2022

Dr. Kaplan was recently a guest on Robbie Raugh’s “The Raw Truth”, as part of her weekly radio show on WDCX Radio.

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Boost Your Nutrition with OWM Vitamin Shots

Boost Your Nutrition with OWM Vitamin Shots

May 10, 2022

Over the last couple of years, more and more people have been looking into ways to improve their overall physical and mental health. This might include boosting immunity, calming the mind, and sharpening brainpower...

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Peel Away Winter with the Revolutionary Environ Cool Peels

Peel Away Winter with the Revolutionary Environ Cool Peels

Apr 25, 2022

In the late winter months, do you feel like your skin looks less vibrant and refreshed than in Summer, and your normal skincare routine doesn’t seem to be working the same as it used to?

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Long COVID – Causes and Treatments

Long COVID – Causes and Treatments

Apr 19, 2022

As we wind our way through the uncertainties and stressful times of recurring COVID-19 variant spikes, one thing is consistently being reported: some folks are just not getting better after their bodies dealt with an acute COVID infection.

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Dr. Kaplan Speaks to Robbie Raugh on “The Raw Truth” Podcast

Dr. Kaplan Speaks to Robbie Raugh on “The Raw Truth” Podcast

Apr 18, 2022

Dr. Kaplan was recently a guest on Robbie Raugh’s “The Raw Truth”, as part of her weekly radio show on WDCX Radio.

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Why Spring is the Perfect Time to Start Laser Hair Removal

Why Spring is the Perfect Time to Start Laser Hair Removal

Apr 04, 2022

Spring is finally here and as the days begin to get longer and warmer many of us to begin to pay more attention to our physical appearance. This might be because we tend to show more skin in the sunny Spring and Summer months.

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The Many Benefits of Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy

The Many Benefits of Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy

Apr 04, 2022

The human body has the amazing ability to heal itself after an injury. This is why bruises fade, and a small cut or scrape will usually heal without medical care. However, when the injury is more involved and tissue is damaged;...

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Rejuvenating the Skin with Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)

Rejuvenating the Skin with Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)

Apr 04, 2022

In the last few years, celebrity-touted “vampire facials” have been growing in popularity. Especially on social media where you can find some scary-looking selfies revealing blood-smeared faces at the medi-spa.

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Benefits of PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) For Rotator Cuff Tears

Benefits of PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) For Rotator Cuff Tears

Mar 07, 2022

Rotator cuff is a collection of four muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint. The tendons fuse with the ligaments of the joint to form a supportive capsule.

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Why Getting Enough Vitamin D in the Winter is So Important

Why Getting Enough Vitamin D in the Winter is So Important

Mar 07, 2022

You may have heard Vitamin D being referred to as the “sunshine” vitamin, and there’s a good reason for this. When the skin is exposed to UVB rays from the sun it produces Vitamin D in the body.

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Four Ways to Support Your Immune System in the Winter Months

Four Ways to Support Your Immune System in the Winter Months

Mar 07, 2022

On a daily basis, we are exposed to unhealthy microbes that could potentially cause infectious diseases. This is especially true from December through March, which is considered peak cold and flu season.

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Benefits of Tissue Support Matrix for Low Back Pain

Benefits of Tissue Support Matrix for Low Back Pain

Mar 07, 2022

The challenges of low back pain are ubiquitous. The reality is that by the time we reach the age of 45, 35% of us will have experienced debilitating low back pain.

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Boosting Collagen and Addressing Cellulite with Radiofrequency Treatment

Boosting Collagen and Addressing Cellulite with Radiofrequency Treatment

Feb 18, 2022

It might not feel like it now, but warmer weather is just around the corner. Pretty soon we will be able to trade our winter clothing layers for warm weather attire like shorts, tank tops and bathing suits.

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How to Winterize Your Skin Care Routine

How to Winterize Your Skin Care Routine

Feb 18, 2022

Wintertime brings shorter days, colder temperatures, dry indoor air and for many, dull and dehydrated skin. Skin care routines that seem to work well for us in the summer and fall suddenly seem to stop working.

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How to Combat Aging in 3 Ways

How to Combat Aging in 3 Ways

Feb 15, 2022

As we grow older we become wiser, we know ourselves better, and have better decision making capabilities than when we were younger. However, not many people want to look their age. Just look at the thousands of anti-aging products on the market.

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Treating Chronic Fatigue Syndrome with Integrative Medicine

Treating Chronic Fatigue Syndrome with Integrative Medicine

Feb 15, 2022

Feeling tired from time to time is very normal for many people. Especially for those who are trying to balance a life full of work, family, home, school and social obligations. It can drain your energy if you don’t give yourself a break once in a while.

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Blue Light: Your Health and How to Minimize Exposure

Blue Light: Your Health and How to Minimize Exposure

Jan 25, 2022

From computer screens and smartphones, to e-readers and televisions, we all get our fair share of screen time. And thanks to these technologies, we live in a time when we have the ability to be more connected than ever.

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Turning Back the Clock With Venus Versa TriBella ™

Turning Back the Clock With Venus Versa TriBella ™

Jan 25, 2022

An amazing package of treatments that makes the skin more vibrant and youthful at any age!

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How Intravenous Infusions Help to Calm the Mind and Reduce Stress

How Intravenous Infusions Help to Calm the Mind and Reduce Stress

Jan 10, 2022

The human brain is both complex and undoubtedly remarkable. It’s responsible for an endless number of processes such as; controlling our physical movements, vital functions like breathing and circulation, storing memories, and managing our thoughts and...

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Self Care Tips for the New Year

Self Care Tips for the New Year

Jan 06, 2022

The holiday season is coming to a close and a brand new year is upon us. The new year is a perfect time to reflect on the past year and to start creating new goals for the upcoming months.

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Improving Skin Imperfections With IPL Photofacials

Improving Skin Imperfections With IPL Photofacials

Jan 04, 2022

When we think about skin-health goals, most of us desire a more youthful and radiant appearance. Targeting fine lines and wrinkles tends to be the first thing we focus on when looking to achieve fresh-faced skin.

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The Emotional and Physical Benefits of Meditation

The Emotional and Physical Benefits of Meditation

Jan 04, 2022

When you think of meditation, you may think of a yogi sitting in a crossed legged pose with their palms facing up on each knee. While this is a popular meditation position, the truth is that meditation can be done while sitting, laying down,...

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How Bioidentical Hormones Can Help Post Menopause

How Bioidentical Hormones Can Help Post Menopause

Dec 13, 2021

Women, in particular are very aware of the role that hormones play in our everyday health. Beginning with puberty and continuing through adulthood, our monthly menstrual cycle and fluctuating hormones affect how we feel on a daily basis.

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The Truth About Perimenopause

The Truth About Perimenopause

Dec 09, 2021

The topic of aging and sexual health is frequently considered a taboo subject. Oftentimes, people don’t want to consider the fact that they are getting older and confront the changes that accompany that fact.

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Hormones and Their Influence on Acne and Wrinkles

Hormones and Their Influence on Acne and Wrinkles

Dec 06, 2021

There is no doubt that hormones affect almost every aspect of our health. Produced by the Endocrine System, these chemical messengers are involved with various functions in the body such as reproductive health, metabolism, heart rate, sleep cycles, and str

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Minimizing Hormonal Hair Growth with Cosmetic Laser and IPL Treatments

Minimizing Hormonal Hair Growth with Cosmetic Laser and IPL Treatments

Nov 23, 2021

Let’s face it, dealing with excess body hair can be tedious and embarrassing for both women and men alike. This is why laser hair removal has been all-the-rage since its commercial introduction in 1997.

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Hormones’ Role in Women’s Brain Function

Hormones’ Role in Women’s Brain Function

Nov 19, 2021

People are all familiar with the important role sex hormones play in women’s reproduction. Some may be aware of sex hormones’ influence on libido. Many physicians prescribe synthetic estrogen and progestin for irregular menstrual periods, headache,...

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How Medical Ozone Therapy Can Reduce Neuropathy Symptoms

How Medical Ozone Therapy Can Reduce Neuropathy Symptoms

Nov 15, 2021

If you are fortunate, then you might not be familiar with the common manifestations of neuropathy. However, if you are one of the 20 million Americans affected by this condition each year, then you are probably well aware of the pain and discomfort...

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Intravenous Ozone for Treating Chronic Illnesses

Intravenous Ozone for Treating Chronic Illnesses

Nov 08, 2021

As our society continues to advance with technological breakthroughs and our healthcare system gets better at life-saving measures and procedures, it appears that chronic, non-life-threatening conditions are becoming more neglected.

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How Medical Ozone Therapy Can Help With Inflammatory and Autoimmune Bowel Conditions

How Medical Ozone Therapy Can Help With Inflammatory and Autoimmune Bowel Conditions

Nov 01, 2021

Our gut has more influence on our overall health and well-being than you might think. Sometimes referred to as the “second brain”, the gut is responsible for many symptoms in the body; energy levels, mood, cognitive function and endurance...

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Ketamine: Forging a New Era of Brain Health and Brain Disease Prevention

Ketamine: Forging a New Era of Brain Health and Brain Disease Prevention

Oct 25, 2021

Ketamine is a synthetic anesthetic that was designed for surgical procedures in the 60s to allow smoother transition from a fully awake state into a state of general anesthesia and back out of general anesthesia to being fully awake.

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Ketamine Therapy: Breaking New Ground in the Fight Against Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD

Ketamine Therapy: Breaking New Ground in the Fight Against Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD

Oct 18, 2021

We all experience days, and sometimes even weeks, when we might not feel our best mentally. Feelings of sadness and anxious thoughts, for one reason or another, are all normal experiences relating to the human condition.

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Wellness for Athletes: Health IV Infusions and Muscle Recovery

Wellness for Athletes: Health IV Infusions and Muscle Recovery

Oct 11, 2021

There’s no denying that professional athletes are on top of their game when it comes to the latest advances in physical performance and recovery. However, more and more athletes, of all levels, have been searching for ways to improve their strength,...

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Intravenous Infusion Benefits for Treating Chronic Illness

Intravenous Infusion Benefits for Treating Chronic Illness

Oct 08, 2021

Chronic illness is a broad category that includes a variety of conditions stemming from multiple sources. What all chronic medical conditions have in common is that they typically are not in themselves a cause of death...

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How to Slow the Process of Aging with IV Therapy

How to Slow the Process of Aging with IV Therapy

Oct 06, 2021

When many people hear the word ‘aging’, they tend to visualize physical characteristics such as gray hair and wrinkles. However, the effects of aging are much more than skin deep.

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How To Boost Your Immune System for Cold and Flu Season

How To Boost Your Immune System for Cold and Flu Season

Oct 04, 2021

At this time of year, the days are getting shorter, and the temperatures are becoming cooler. Many people look forward to this season known as autumn. And what’s not to like about it?

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The Promise of NAD Supplementation

The Promise of NAD Supplementation

Sep 27, 2021

We all want to be our best, our optimal selves. Unfortunately, as we age, many of our body’s internal functions that we rely on to optimize our health undergo a decline.

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The Key Benefits of Using PRP Therapy for Skin Rejuvenation and Anti-Aging

The Key Benefits of Using PRP Therapy for Skin Rejuvenation and Anti-Aging

Sep 14, 2021

Our blood contains blood cells and platelets, with the former playing a vital role in the body’s healing process. These platelets contain hundreds of growth factors that are beneficial in the healing process.

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Choosing the Right Skin Care Regimen

Choosing the Right Skin Care Regimen

Sep 03, 2021

Skin rejuvenation is a growing trend in the skin care industry. For those people who are looking to combat skin damage such as fine lines and wrinkles, skin rejuvenation can help you achieve amazing results using non-invasive methods.

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Reversing the Signs of Skin Damage – With Minimal Downtime

Reversing the Signs of Skin Damage – With Minimal Downtime

Sep 02, 2021

If you spent your younger days out in the sun without protection, you may have begun noticing signs of skin damage. However, thanks to the advancement in medical technology, you can now successfully reverse this damage – with minimal downtime.

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Caring for Your Skin from the Inside Out: Intravenous Skin Rejuvenation

Caring for Your Skin from the Inside Out: Intravenous Skin Rejuvenation

Aug 30, 2021

As the largest organ in the body and your first defense against toxins, your skin is vital to your health and is the first thing others see when forming a first impression.

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Platelet Rich Plasma Treatment Of SLAP Tear Replaces The Need For Surgery

Platelet Rich Plasma Treatment Of SLAP Tear Replaces The Need For Surgery

Aug 26, 2021

A SLAP tear acronym stands for superior labrum anterior posterior. It is one of the most common athletic shoulder injuries in ball, stick and racquet sports. This injury can be a result of single traumatic event or trauma from repetitive overhead reaching.

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The Health Benefits of Tissue Support Therapy for Arthritis

The Health Benefits of Tissue Support Therapy for Arthritis

Aug 09, 2021

Tissue Support Therapy is now used aggressively to address vast health problems, including arthritis. This approach is part of a continually advancing specialty known as regenerative medicine, focused on replacing dead or injured body parts naturally.

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Managing Nerve Damage: Regenerative Therapy for Pain, Numbness, and Weakness

Managing Nerve Damage: Regenerative Therapy for Pain, Numbness, and Weakness

Aug 05, 2021

As we age, it’s only natural that some of the vital body processes will start to slow down and become altered. When the body’s nerves age or are damaged they can become more painful and sensitive, but transmit messages to and from the brain more slowly,...

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Regenerative Medicine: How to Use the Body’s Natural Healing Process

Regenerative Medicine: How to Use the Body’s Natural Healing Process

Aug 02, 2021

The human body can naturally heal itself after an injury. That’s why a bruise on the skin quickly recovers, and broken bones mend in six weeks.

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How Stem Cells and Regenerative Therapies Help with Wellness

How Stem Cells and Regenerative Therapies Help with Wellness

Jul 26, 2021

Stem cells sound like something developed by a genius in a sci-fi movie –complete with green serums contained in big syringes. But they are anything but fiction. They could be the medical world’s saving grace when it comes to incurable diseases.

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How to Get a Better Night’s Sleep

How to Get a Better Night’s Sleep

Jun 05, 2021

Getting consistent, good sleep is just as important for your health as good nutrition and regular exercise. Sleep is one of the foundational pieces to overall wellness and contributes to helping you exercise better, eat less, and enjoy an overall healthier

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4 Steps to Boost Your Immune System

4 Steps to Boost Your Immune System

Jun 05, 2021

Our body is naturally created to fight off infections and illnesses through our immune system. Our immune system is a complex network of proteins and cells that keep a record of every germ it has defeated.

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The Best Foods for Better Gut Health

The Best Foods for Better Gut Health

Jun 04, 2021

A new study, published in January of this year, revealed the deep link between the food we eat, our gut microbiology, and our overall health. The study was a product of international scientists from 10 different institutions...

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Breathe Your Way to Less Stress and Better Health

Breathe Your Way to Less Stress and Better Health

Jun 04, 2021

Most of us don’t consciously think about every breath we take, but breathing actually has a significant impact on our health. Adults take around 12-20 breaths per minute. Have you ever stopped to see how you feel when taking those breaths?

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5 Ways to Keep Joints and Ligaments Healthy

5 Ways to Keep Joints and Ligaments Healthy

Jun 03, 2021

As we get older, our joints and ligaments can become stiffer and less flexible. And when ligament attachments are stretched, torn, or fragmented, our joints become hypermobile and painful.

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Why Is Cortisol Important to Our Well Being?

Why Is Cortisol Important to Our Well Being?

Jun 03, 2021

Cortisol, known as the main stress hormone in humans, plays a variety of critical functions in the body. This hormone is produced in two ways according to our circadian rhythm:

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How to Stay Mindful Under Pressure

How to Stay Mindful Under Pressure

Jun 02, 2021

According to the Mayo Clinic, “Mindfulness is a type of meditation in which you focus on being intensely aware of what you’re sensing and feeling in the moment, without interpretation or judgment.

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Information About COVID-19 Vaccines: Fact and Fiction

Information About COVID-19 Vaccines: Fact and Fiction

Jun 02, 2021

The information presented in this article and all articles preceding it is an opinion of one informed medical professional, Dr. Leonard Kaplan. It does not constitute medical advice or prescription.

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Key Steps for Repairing Your Body After a Workout

Key Steps for Repairing Your Body After a Workout

Jun 02, 2021

The steps you take after a workout can be just as important as the workout itself. When you work out, you create tiny tears in your muscles; as your body repairs them, they grow stronger.

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Free Zoom Seminar: Stem Cell and PRP Treatments for Hips and Knees

Free Zoom Seminar: Stem Cell and PRP Treatments for Hips and Knees

Oct 01, 2020

You’re invited to join us for a FREE seminar presented by Dr. Leonard Kaplan about Stem Cell and PRP Treatments for Hips & Knees problems! The Seminar will take place on October 27, 6-7 PM at 626-6301 S. Elmwood Ave and on Facebook live!.

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Free TRIBELLA Treatment

Free TRIBELLA Treatment

Sep 02, 2020

Free TRIBELLA Treatment Back by popular demand!! Save big on the most effective skin rejuvenation treatment out there

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Dealing With "Maskne"?

Dealing With "Maskne"?

Jul 07, 2020

As we adjust to our new normal to prevent the spread of COVID-19, face mask use has become a part of our daily lifestyle. An unintended consequence of constant face mask use is the increase in acne.

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Yoga Support the Entire Body

Yoga Support the Entire Body

Jul 03, 2020

What’s special about our Great Yoga Wall is that the techniques assist in taking strain and pressure off unstable and/or overused joints. The Great Yoga Wall also caters to alignment and correcting postures so you experience a greater depth of yoga...

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The Spa is Back!

The Spa is Back!

Jun 18, 2020

We are so excited to reopen, and we cannot wait to get back to your treatments! Our reopening date is Monday, June 22nd. Unfortunately, with the new guidelines, only certain treatments are permitted during this phase.

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OWM Buffalo is Now Offering Three Cutting Edge Iv Treatments.

OWM Buffalo is Now Offering Three Cutting Edge Iv Treatments.

Jun 03, 2020

OWM is now offering NAD IV, IV Ozone, and Ketamine IV NAD IV NAD is a key component of every living cell. As we age NAD is depleted and needs to be supplemented.

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OWM Yoga Downtown Opening for Therapeutic Intervention!

OWM Yoga Downtown Opening for Therapeutic Intervention!

Jun 03, 2020

Based on NYS phases we should be opening soon! We cannot wait to get back to your treatments!

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OWM Spa Downtown Opening Soon!

OWM Spa Downtown Opening Soon!

Jun 01, 2020

Based on NYS phases we should be opening soon! We cannot wait to get back to your treatments!

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OWM Buffalo Is Part Of BioReset Medical Network

OWM Buffalo Is Part Of BioReset Medical Network

Aug 01, 2019

Dr Kaplan is now part of a prestigious group of advanced regenerative medicine doctors. This group is headed by Dr Matt Cook, a leader in regenerative and integrative wellness medicine.

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Platelet Rich Plasma Gets You Back In The Game!

Platelet Rich Plasma Gets You Back In The Game!

Sep 03, 2018

Dr Leonard Kaplan www.owmbuffalo.com PRP Helps Where Conventional Medicine Fails In Natural Treatment For Joint Injuries

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Prp for Beautiful Skin!

Prp for Beautiful Skin!

Sep 02, 2018

We are always looking for ways to stave off effects of aging. The aging of our skin is obviously the first on our list. As the skin ages it suffers from a combination of a gradual decline in function over time and exposure to various elements...

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Lower Back Pain: The Osteopathic Regenerative Medicine Approach

Lower Back Pain: The Osteopathic Regenerative Medicine Approach

Jul 27, 2018

Low back pain has been with us since we decided to stand up and walk upright. In this blog I will outline the main sources of pain in the low back and describe traditional and holistic treatment options available for this ubiquitous condition.

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Yoga and Testosterone Health In Men.

Yoga and Testosterone Health In Men.

Jul 27, 2018

At this point, most men are aware of the more obvious physical benefits of the mind-body practice of yoga: increased flexibility, better endurance, injury prevention, but there are even greater benefits to men’s health below the surface...

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Innovations in Hair Reduction and Stretch Mark Correction.

Innovations in Hair Reduction and Stretch Mark Correction.

Jul 27, 2018

As the summer gets on the way and we head to the beach two issues frequently become exposed, that pesky unwanted hair and the stretchmarks that look so much brighter and bigger in the sun light!

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What is Anti-aging And How to Get It.

What is Anti-aging And How to Get It.

Jul 27, 2018

The phrase anti-aging has been seen more in the news and the media recently and will no doubt continue to be prominent in the years to come. So, what does it mean?

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How to Reduce Men’s Facial Wrinkles: the Complete Guide to the Anti-aging Approach.

How to Reduce Men’s Facial Wrinkles: the Complete Guide to the Anti-aging Approach.

Jul 27, 2018

ith all the attention to women’s skin health, it’s easy to forget that men’s skin benefits from the same care and wrinkle prevention. Guys that take care of their skin and actively work on wrinkle reduction, look younger, have increased confidence,...

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What Can You Expect From Working With a Nutritionist?

What Can You Expect From Working With a Nutritionist?

Jul 22, 2018

Nutrition is defined as the process of providing or obtaining food necessary for health and growth. The human body requires macronutrients and micronutrients in order to sustain function.

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The Physiological Anti-Aging Trifecta

The Physiological Anti-Aging Trifecta

Jul 11, 2018

As the generation Xers are approaching late middle age, many of them are asking the same question: how do we continue to maintain an active life style and age without getting old?

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Infrared Sauna

Nov 13, 2017

Osteopathic Wellness Medicine of Western New York is excited to announce the latest addition to our regenerative and anti-aging services. Our Jacuzzi full spectrum infrared sauna is now operational!

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Ten•seg•ri•ty

Nov 08, 2017

Ten•seg•ri•ty (ten-seg’ri-tē) is a concept of muscular-skeletal relationships based on the work of architect Buckminster Fuller. It refers to the forces of tension (provided by muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia)...

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Spare Your Spine from the Stress of Sitting

Spare Your Spine from the Stress of Sitting

Nov 08, 2017

As the human species evolved, we distanced ourselves from our animal ancestors by becoming hunters and gatherers. We roamed and foraged.

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Why I Started A Concierge Medical Practice

Why I Started A Concierge Medical Practice

Nov 08, 2017

Medical care, as we know it is in crisis. The high quality personalized health care that this great country of ours has been known for, is heading straight for extinction. Small private practices are closing and physicians are joining hospitals at a record

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Physician, Heal Thyself?

Physician, Heal Thyself?

Nov 08, 2017

As physicians we have entered an era of impersonal care and have moved as far away from building relationships with our patients as possible.

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What Does Concierge Wellness Mean for Patients?

What Does Concierge Wellness Mean for Patients?

Oct 15, 2017

Specialized attention and a guarantee you will always see the same provider are the two top benefits of concierge wellness. For OWM patients, it means access to a comprehensive suite of resources for progressing from your current state...

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Discover the Power of SpineForce at OWM Buffalo

Discover the Power of SpineForce at OWM Buffalo

Jan 26, 2017

You know you need to exercise but it’s difficult to find time and there’s always the question of whether your efforts are beneficial. You are looking for the maximum return on your time investment.

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Prolotherapy for Cartilage Growth in Severe Knee Osteoarthritis

Prolotherapy for Cartilage Growth in Severe Knee Osteoarthritis

Dec 04, 2016

Chondrogenic Effect of Intra-articular Hypertonic-Dextrose (Prolotherapy) in Severe Knee Osteoarthritis

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The Dormant Butt Syndrome

The Dormant Butt Syndrome

Jun 06, 2016

Multiple news sources last week reported on a physical phenomenon labeled as a “dormant butt syndrome”. This is a condition where postural muscles become deconditioned from too much sitting and cause problems in the lower back, knees, and hips.

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Soft Tissue – Why Is It Important

Apr 28, 2015

The soft connective tissue, located just under the skin, is a white membrane that wraps and connects the muscles, bones and blood vessels of the body. Soft tissue is also called fascia.

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Give Your Diet a Spring Cleaning!

Give Your Diet a Spring Cleaning!

Apr 27, 2015

Winter is finally coming to a close and we are beginning to see hints of Spring on the way. You know what that means…it’s time for spring cleaning! Every year, right around March or April, many of us feel motivated to tidy up our surroundings.

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Outdoor Walking Season

Apr 13, 2015

Spring marks the opening of “outdoor walking season” in western New York. Like any other activity, walking has its own specific injury profile often involving the foot and ankle.

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Prolotherapy Stimulates Tissue Repair

Mar 23, 2015

Prolotherapy is injection of any substance that promotes growth of normal cells, tissues, or organs. Prolotherapy is performed in all major hospitals but not by the name prolotherapy.

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How I Focus on a New Model of Health Care

Mar 04, 2015

After working 10 years in a traditional musculoskeletal practice, Dr. Leonard Kaplan started a venture aimed at preventive medicine and wellness.

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What Exactly is the Practice of Yoga?

What Exactly is the Practice of Yoga?

Feb 23, 2015

In my experience teaching, I have found that many people who come to practice yoga are not really sure what yoga is all about or have a misconception that yoga is a form of physical fitness.

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Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: Understand it and Beat it!

Feb 23, 2015

Lumbar spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the necessary spaces that act as tunnels for the nervous tissue of the spine and its blood supply. It’s more common after age 50 but we see it in younger patients as well.

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Hypoglycemic Index Helps Determine What Kind of Foods Are Good for You!

Hypoglycemic Index Helps Determine What Kind of Foods Are Good for You!

Feb 13, 2015

The Glycemic Index: The importance of using it daily with intention of improving your nutrition.

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Concierge Medicine – Charting a Difference Course

Feb 13, 2015

Concierge medicine is a term that has been coming up a lot lately, but that doesn’t really mean it’s new. It is actually quite old, and modeled after what physicians were like years ago,...

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Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Treatment for Knee Osteoarthritis

Dec 14, 2014

Study shows significant pain reduction and improvement in function Clinical and MRI Outcomes After Platelet-Rich Plasma Treatment for Knee Osteoarthritis

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