I have a patient who has frequent pain in her lower back and leg. It began some years ago when she herniated a disc at her L5 vertebrae on the left. She is a mother to two children and a small business owner. You may know her as Dr. Goldi. Like most of us here…
Many people are motivated after the holidays to cleanse. They want to clear out the sweet, rich food and drinks like alcohol and hot chocolate. While this is a great time to cleanse, spring is an even better time. Spring is connected to the Liver. In Chinese Medicine we think of each season in…
I don’t know a woman who doesn’t struggle to balance motherhood, marriage, work, exercise, and eating right. The pressure to achieve expertise in every area of our lives leads to internal and external disharmony. Overwhelm, guilt, and exhaustion are the only things we end up achieving. The truth is, work-life balance is a myth.…
A male patient in his late 30’s came in one day complaining of groin pain. He told me it radiated from his middle back area, on the right side. His main concern was that the pain traveling towards his groin was serious. His history and initial exam revealed two things — he was really stiff…
Is pain holding you back in life? Are you avoiding activities you once enjoyed because of pain? Do you miss gardening, being active with your family, running, or riding a bicycle? Are you afraid you’ll not be able to enjoy life again, because of your pain? The good news is that pain can be managed.…
