By Jackie Manning, ARNP, Strive! Health and Rehabilitation

You managed to squeeze in time to exercise. Bravo! You’re done now, right? Not so fast. So often we often skip the post-workout stretching. But did you know that stretching is JUST as important as the main event? Stretching not only provides an opportunity to cool down,

By Jackie Manning, ARNP, Strive! Health and Rehabilitation

By Jackie Manning, ARNP, Strive! Health and Rehabilitation

By Jackie Manning, ARNP, Strive! Health and Rehabilitation

Ouch! Do you suffer from fibromyalgia? Unfortunately, a simple blood test will not show this condition, which makes it particularly difficult to diagnose. To make things worse, many of the symptoms of fibromyalgia are similar to other diseases/conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, which can also be accompanied by mysterious pain.

By Jackie Manning, ARNP, Strive! Health and Rehabilitation

Summer brings with it travel, water activities, food & fun. As most of us know, the relentless heat can be less than pleasant! Below are a few tips to help those who suffer from chronic pain to enjoy the outdoors. With just a few adaptations,

By Jackie Manning, ARNP, Strive! Health and Rehabilitation

One of the best parts of summer is heading to the pool to cool off! The pool is a Godsend particularly for those with degenerative disc pain. Although the reasons behind the reduced pain are unclear and up for debate—the important nugget of information here—is that sufferers feel that sense of relief as soon as their bodies glide effortlessly through the water.

By Jackie Manning, ARNP, Strive! Health and Rehabilitation

Have you been drinking enough, or do you need something more to wet your whistle? Over the past several months I’ve been talking a lot about chronic conditions or injuries, but with the long hot summer days upon us, I feel it’s important to discuss hydration.