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Wednesday, January 27, 2021 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon address the whole person and not just their diagnosis. <Either through manual therapy techniques looking at balancing the sympathetic/parasympathetic ner- vous systems or specific breathing techniques, visual field exercises or other mindfulness and meditation techniques, we find we9re better able to improve both local areas of pain and dysfunction, while also having inroads to affecting more systemic issues,= said Zadow. <There are great complexities when we look at pain or disease with regard to stress, but I truly believe there are very few condi- tions that don9t benefit from a mind- fulness practice.= Beth Hummel opened Hummel Laser Therapy last year after a career in nursing and over 15 years as a mas- sage therapist. She created a practice that blends eastern and western medi- cine. She9s excited about the positive results she9s seeing with the addition of deep tissue heat laser therapy. <Its whole purpose is to decrease pain and inflammation,= said Hummel. <Being able to continue outdoor activities and staying healthy both mentally and physically is espe- cially needed this last year for self- care. It9s working for my clients and has been very successful at keeping people out and having fun. I love hearing from clients that they9re finally able to get back to the activi- ties they love. People tend to think of using my service only when they9re injured. It9s also effective for clients recovering from surgery, as well as chronic conditions like arthritis. They can finally get back to what they used to do or want to do, and that9s so gratifying.= Matt Kirchoff is the clinic director for Therapeutic Associates. <As physical therapists, we fre- quently find ourselves helping our patients better understand the con- nection between their bodies and minds as it relates to management of orthopedic conditions. This is particu- larly important in the management of chronic musculoskeletal pain. Often times these patients have seen numer- ous providers by the time they land in our office and may have had multiple imaging studies, injections, etc. with- out any change in the nature of their symptoms,= said Kirchoff. Therapeutic Associates staff strive to empower patients by educating them on the role stress management, quality sleep, and diet have in the manage- ment of chronic musculoskeletal pain. <Our goal with these patients is to promote self-efficacy in order to get their minds in a place where their bod- ies will follow.= Alana Vernon performs a manual joint mobilization technique to help improve segmental mobility at the targeted vertebrae. PHOTO PROVIDED Sarah Conroy, of Black Butte Chiropractic, looks at stress to the ner- vous system, which controls every- thing including our brain, nerves, and spinal cord. <It9s constantly dealing with physi- cal and emotional stress. Chiropractic can help with the emotional-mental piece,= said Conroy, who has been in practice for 18 years. <Once you improve the way the spine functions you can improve the way the brain and mind functions& both emo- tionally and psychologically. Spinal adjustment improves structures but also releases positive hormones, like endorphins, which help the way the mind functions. The mind expands and heals based upon movement. So improving the way a patient is moving improves the mind and functions.= Conroy sees patients9 moods improve. Their balanced nervous sys- tems cause a positive ripple in their family and community life. <That9s one of the positive side effects. I help them feel relaxed in our office, that9s when the true healing starts to begin. Brianna Lattanzi is a professional reflexologist and energy medicine practitioner at Legendary Strategies. <As a reflexologist, I do a lot of physiology equals psychology. When your feet hurt your energy is affected. With everything going on with viruses and more, having access to relaxation like reflexology can provide help. The edge of your heel relates to the spine. There can be instant gratification of pain. We need healing touch,= said Lattanzi. St. Charles Family Care St. Charles Family Care is passionate about pro- viding patients with comprehensive medical care close to home. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the clinic has been available to provide you with impor- tant, routine care in a safe environment. As always, St. Charles provides a team approach to your care. The Sisters clinic is staffed with primary care physicians, highly trained medical assistants, nurse care coordination, an embedded pharmacist and behavioral health specialist. They offer X-ray services and an outpatient laboratory. By using a team-based care approach, St. Charles works to ensure you receive the treatment you need based on your unique health circumstances. Because the Sisters clinic is part of St. Charles Health System, patients benefit from ready access to specialized ser- vices, including on-site visiting cardiology, orthope- dics, and women’s health care. St. Charles believes active engagement between you and the clinic team is an important part of achiev- ing your health care goals. Call 541-549-1318 to make an appointment. The secret to aging & living well is movement! Improved muscle and spine function, healthy heart, non-stressed mind, well-functioning immune system. HUMMEL LASER THERAPY — BETH HUMMEL, BSN, RN, LMT — www.blackbutte chiropractic.com Formerly Bigfoot Wellness 19 541-389-9183 392 E. Main Ave., Sisters Call to schedule an appointment 541-550-6234 • Lic#12764