Do you suffering from pain in certain areas of your body? Does this pain often result in numbness or tingling? Or, does it feel like you have pins and needles going into your body? If you answered yes to any of these questions, there’s a good chance you’re suffering from a pinched nerve. Pinched nerves […]
High hamstring strains occur in the upper thigh near the buttock. It is technically know as proximal hamstring tendinopathy. High hamstring strains are a common injury for middle to long distance runners and those participating in running and kicking sports. Symptoms of a high hamstring strain High hamstring strain usually develop gradually overtime. The can
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Ankle sprains are a common lower leg injury we see at Inner Gate Health & Wellness. They occur commonly in sports where direct engagement against other competitors can modify landing positions, such as soccer or basketball but are also common in track & field and gymnastics. Ankle sprains cause damage to the ligaments of the
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Acupuncture has become a part of post-workout recovery and skills and strength optimization of both amateur and professional athletes. We have know for many years that acupuncture provides pain relief, reduces inflammation and relaxes muscles. Now research is showing that acupuncture can improve performance and strength too. By improving proprioception, rebalancing muscle groups and providing
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Due to COVID-19, more of us are increasingly finding ourselves working from home. Although waking up, having breakfast in bed, and then opening the laptop for work sounds enticing, it isn’t the greatest positioning for your spine. Here are a few tips that should help make working from home less of a pain in the
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We’d can’t wait to be able to open our doors back up and treat all of the wonderful people we’ve served for the past 15 years! We will be open just as soon as this crazy virus has past and it’s safe to treat the community again! Millions of people in the US struggle with
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Good news, and just in time for Valentines day! Dark chocolate has been shown to have several health benefits. A recent research study asked participants to eat between 8-20 grams of dark chocolate daily for several weeks. That is equal to two small squares. I hope they also got paid for their services! The researchers noted
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Lots of people start the new year with resolutions for better health and wellness, but a good number of them fail to stick with their goals. Seniors often face an even tougher challenge making these changes, especially if you’re on a fixed income. There isn’t a magic solution that makes wellness goals a breeze, but
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<img src=”https://innergateacupuncture.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/bigstock-Muscle-Injury-Athlete-Runnin-83143142.jpg” alt=”Muscle Injury – Athlete Running Clutching Calf Muscle After Spraining It While Out Jogging On The Be” /> Shin splints are a painful stress syndrome that develops along the region where muscles attach to the tibia or shin bone. Shin splints are characterized as painful aching or burning pain along either edge of
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Chiropractic care after an auto or car accident is important for complete healing. The injuries associated with car accidents can be greatly helped by working with a great chiropractor.
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Sports medicine chiropractor Portland Oregon
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Chiropractic care for healthy joints and mobility. Portland chiropractor helps with joint health and strength.
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Acupuncture reduces allergies by calming and regulating the immune system and opening the respiratory tract.  Precisely placed needles dilate and expand the lungs allowing you to breath more fully and open up sinuses to resolve congestion and itching. Acupuncture also calms the immune system making you less reactive to allergens in the air. Chinese Herbal
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Inner Gate Acupuncture treats hundreds of headaches over 13 years with great success. Treatments are designed specifically for your history and symptoms.
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After the depth, introspection and hibernation of Winter, Spring is always a welcome sight. Although this year winter seems to have finally shown up in February. Â Despite the beauty of the late snows many of us look forward to the longer days and warmer weather of Spring. THE WOOD ELEMENT In Chinese Medicine, the spring
Over the last fifteen years a clear link has been observed between Aristolochic Acids (AA) and liver damage and cancer. In the past, herbs containing these acids were regularly used in Chinese herbal medicine. As early as 2002, while still students at The Oregon College of Oriental Medicine, we learned about the mounting evidence and
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For many of us the holidays are a difficult time. Family expectations, uncomfortable political conversations, endless meal preparation, and mandated shopping all contribute to the overwhelming chaos. In the midst of the holiday fury, it’s important that we all find windows of time devoted to relaxation and “me time.” Â Finding just 15 minutes a day
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Gazpacho and Mojitos! Watermelons are know as Xi Gua in Chinese. Â In Chinese medicine they are eaten to protect against heat stroke and to maintain proper hydration and electrolyte balance during the hot summer months. Of course, watermelons can be enjoyed simply by slicing them into wedges and serving them chilled. Â But there are many
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Inner Gate Acupuncture carries Nordic Natural brand fish oils because of their great reputation, and third party testing. Â The testing verifies purity, quality and establishes whether or not heavy metals are present. Inner Gate Acupuncture offers fish oils at prices lower than Whole Foods and New Seasons. Â We carry the Pro line of products, which
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Talk with your acupuncturist if you feel you are coming down with something and want to employ the herbal approach first. Inner Gate Acupuncture can help.
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Despite hundreds of years of use in India, we at Inner Gate have only recently discovered golden milk and it’s wonderful health benefits. Golden milk is simply made from the combination of coconut milk, coconut oil, ginger and turmeric. Many recipes include honey and black pepper for enhanced flavor and better absorption of the turmeric.
Abdominal pain, bloating gas and heartburn are conditions that affect many of us. In fact, according to a Merck corporation survey, 7% of us suffer from abdominal pain on a daily basis! Abdominal pain is caused by many complicated issues that require careful diagnosis and treatment for lasting relief. Many of us aren’t satisfied with
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Vitamin D is naturally produced in our skin when we are exposed to sunlight. In the Pacific Northwest it is easy for us to become deficient in vitamin D during the winter months. For many of us it is crucial that we supplement vitamin D during this time. Symptoms of Vitamin D Deficiency: FatigueGeneralized aches
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Michael phelps broke the 2168 year old record of Leonidas of Rhodes to become the most decorated olympian of all time. As he glided through the water and onto the podium the dark cupping spots on his shoulders caused quite a ripple. Now all the press and public are clambering to find out more about
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Early morning sunlight in our bedrooms beckons many of us out the door and sends us running through our neighborhoods. Some of us strive for 5 miles a week, others are logging longer distances in a quest to complete our 1st, 2nd of 15th marathon. Some of us are inspired to run in the many
Cilantro Pesto Recipe Heavy Metal Detox It is important to use organic ingredients and to wash them well. This will avoid contamination with pesticides and herbicides. Ingredients: 3 cloves garlic1/3 cup Brazil nuts or macadamia nuts1/3 cup sunflower seeds1/3 cup pumpkin seeds1 cup fresh cilantro leaves1 cup parsley2/3 cup cold pressed olive oil4 tablespoons lemon
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As the cold and dark of winter settles in it’s important that we eat rich and warming foods. These foods are easy to digest , warm us from within and are good for our immune systems. Congee is a simple rice porridge found throughout Asia that fits the bill. Congee is slow cooked rice with
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As we have heard in recent years. Vitamin D deficiency has become epidemic. Many of don’t receive the daily allowances that provide from strong bones, healthy immune systems, and vital hearts. It is important to spend sufficient unprotected time in the sun or supplement effectively. Here are 5 symptoms that may indicate you need more
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Acupuncture is an ancient technique that promotes your body’s natural healing process through the placement of thin, sterile needles into precise acupuncture points. A patient’s signs and symptoms determine which points to use. Acupuncture is a safe and effective treatment. Clinical research continues to prove it’s validity and fuel it’s growth and acceptance. Acupuncture has
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Chinese herbal medicine is a safe alternative to pharmaceutical medications. Many pharmaceutical medications have strong and undesired side effects.
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