Optimal Wellness Blog

Science Says The Best Way To Treat Sciatica Is… Bottom Line: If you’ve ever fallen to your knees in pain because of sciatica, you know how scary it can be. Pain that locks up your low back and travels down your leg after sneezing, coughing, or bending over is one of the least welcomed surprises…

Top Healthcare OrganizationsRecommend This For Low Back Pain Bottom Line: According to The Lancet, low back pain is the number one source of disability in the world. If you’ve dealt with low back pain in the past, you understand just how much it can alter your daily life. Even simply standing up straight can feel…

Powering Your Child’s Brain With Movement Bottom Line: Years ago, researchers believed that the health benefits of exercise were limited to the body. However, recent research has indicated that regular physical activity and movement can benefit both the body and brain. We’re seeing that movement supplies the brain cells with oxygen, promotes the production of…

3 Ways To Lighten The LoadOf Your Child’s Backpack Bottom Line: Does your child’s backpack feel like a 50-pound bag of rocks? You may have noticed that your child struggles to get it on in the morning or may even need help to pull the straps together enough to click the buckle. What’s more, researchers…

E-Learning At Home? It’s Time To Look Up! Bottom Line: As students worldwide return to school, it appears as though many will be e-learning for hours each day on their digital devices. While our devices can be fantastic tools for entertainment and education, the postural effects are something all parents should be aware of. For…

3 Keys To Developing A Healthy Spine Bottom Line: Developing a healthy spine begins by understanding the three keys of strength, flexibility, and posture. Strength, flexibility, and improving your posture will go a long way towards reducing pain and improving your spine’s function. Your spine is made up of bones (vertebrae), and spinal discs that…