Soul Potential Acupuncture & Wellness

If you have heel pain, especially if you feel a sharp pain when you first walk in the morning, chances are you have plantar fasciitis, the most common cause of heel pain To get help for your plantar fasciitis, call the office in Castle Rock, Colorado, or schedule an appointment online . Plantar Fasciitis Q & A What is plantar fasciitis? A broad ligament called the plantar fascia attaches to your heel and runs across the bottom of your foot to the base of your toes. This ligament supports the arch and absorbs shock every time you take a step. When the plantar fascia suffers a tear or excessive stress, or if you develop problems with the arch, the ligament becomes inflamed and painful. That’s when you have plantar fasciitis. What symptoms develop due to plantar fasciitis? Heel pain is the key symptom of plantar fasciitis. However, your heel may become swollen and you can also experience pain in the arch. In most cases, the heel pain is worse when you first start walking after sleepi...

Knee pain affects about 25% of all adolescents and adults, making it the most common source of chronic pain and a problem that seriously impacts your mobility. To get effective, natural pain relief without any side effects, call the office in Castle Rock, Colorado, or book an appointment online . Knee Pain Q & A What commonly causes knee pain? The most common causes of knee pain include overuse injuries, like runner’s knee, and acute injuries, such as ligament, meniscus, and tendon tears. If you have chronic knee pain, however, chances are it’s due to one of the following conditions: Osteoarthritis Rheumatoid arthritis Tendinitis Bursitis Chondromalacia patella (cartilage problem) Your risk of developing knee pain increases if you had a previous injury and if you’re overweight. For every pound of weight you gain, your knees absorb 4 extra pounds of pressure, which significantly raises your risk for osteoarthritis. What other symptoms might develop with my knee pain? Your knee pain ...

My journey to acupuncture began in my younger years when I experienced recurring, painful bladder infections that failed to respond to medical care. As medical doctors continued to do nothing but prescribe multiple rounds of ineffective antibiotics, I turned to homeopathic care, receiving treatment that immediately relieved my pain and healed the bladder infection. Eventually, my need to take the remedy was reduced and I rarely, if ever, got another bladder infection. While I continued seeing the homeopath for other conditions, I found that the remedies sometimes worked, but an effective remedy couldn’t always be found. That’s when I tried acupuncture. My acupuncturist effectively helped me with a range of problems. Whether I had a common cold, debilitating menstrual cramps, problems during pregnancy, or shoulder pain due to a repetitive use injury, I always felt better following my acupuncture session. Along with symptom relief, I also felt a sense of well-being. At that point, I knew...

  If you have osteoarthritis, you’re among the 21 million Americans who suffer from this condition, which causes joint pain, swelling, and stiffness. Osteoarthritis is common in people over the age of 50, and it can significantly impact your quality of life. Arthritis is a degenerative condition, which means it gets worse over time. It can affect nearly any joint, but a common one is the knee. Knees are particularly susceptible to wear-and-tear because they take nearly 4 pounds of pressure for every pound of bodyweight you carry. There’s no cure for arthritis. Treatments include taking prescription medications to relieve pain and reduce swelling. In severe cases, joint replacement surgery can be an option. Finding an effective arthritis treatment that relieves your pain and fits into your lifestyle isn’t always easy. If you’ve tried modern methods of arthritis treatment but you’re still suffering from knee pain, don’t give up. Visit us at Soul Potential Acupuncture and Wellness in...