Navigating Shoulder Injury and Pain in Climbers
I’d like to preface this article by mentioning that shoulder pain is certainly not exclusive to climbers or athletes. Don’t hesitate to book an appointment with me if you’ve been…
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Climbing Through the Pain: Understanding Stiff, Achy and Swollen Knuckles
Portland climbers, are you tired of dealing with stiff, sore, achy, and swollen fingers? If so, then this article is for you. Most climbers can attest to having dealt with…
Understanding Wrist Pain in Climbers: Causes and Solutions
I’d like to preface this article by mentioning that wrist pain is certainly not exclusive to climbers or athletes. Please book an appointment with me if you’ve been dealing with…
Balancing Your Hormones Naturally: A Naturopathic Approach
Hormones play a crucial role in our overall health and well-being, influencing everything from mood and energy levels to sleep and reproductive health. For many teens, young adults, and postpartum…
Top 5 Essential Products for New Moms: Making Your Postpartum Journey Smoother
This post is not sponsored, and any brand recommendations made are purely based on personal experience and the feedback of other moms. Becoming a new mom is an incredible and…
Health Tips for Your Child from a Naturopathic Family Doctor
Raising a healthy child is a journey that involves more than just doctor visits—it’s about the daily habits and choices you make as a family. In my previous blog, I…
Naturopathic Family Medicine: A Holistic Approach to Growing Up Strong
In Naturopathic family medicine, health isn’t just about treating symptoms—it’s about nurturing the whole child. A holistic approach considers the entire body and mind, recognizing that every aspect of a…
The Mind-Body Connection to Pain – Psychodynamic Therapy
Ancient healing practices are becoming integrated into our health system, as more practitioners are working with the mind-body connection. A benefit of seeking care at Heart Spring Health is the…
Why am I bloated? 5 common causes of bloating
Most of us have at some point suffered from the unpleasant experience of bloating. This can mean different things to different people, but most of the time it’s the feeling…
Working with Anxiety and Insomnia: Part 3 Human Connection, Movement and Nourishment
In part one and two of this three part series about working with anxiety and insomnia, I talked about “getting off electronics and getting into nature” and “sleep hygiene.” I…