Inflammation is part of the body’s natural immune response to harmful stimuli. It can be in the form of either acute or chronic inflammation.
Acute inflammation is generally the type of inflammation you are familiar with that is your immune system working correctly, attempting to protect or heal your body. This type of inflammation is generally caused by common stimuli like:
Chronic inflammation is a long-term condition that can occur a number of different ways:
Inflammation is the body natural immune response. in the right content, It is considered a good thing. For example, in an acute ankle sprain, inflammation signals more blood flow to the area to promote the healing of the injury.
Many of the foods we consume, like seed ouls, processed foods, and excess sugar contribute to our body creating more ibflammation. Just like there are foods that tend to cause more inflammation in the body., there are also foods that help to fight the excess. People who are prone to inflammation can benefit greatly from eliminating these foods and eating more anti- inflammatory foods.
Recognizing inflammation is crucial for proactive health management. Symptoms associated with inflammation are typically a combination of the following:
At Active Edge, we emphasize the pivotal role dietary changes play as a cornerstone of inflammation management. Adopting an anti-inflammatory diet, characterized by a rich intake of fruits, vegetables, and omega-3 fatty acids, plays a pivotal role in reducing inflammation systemically.
Effectively managing inflammation encompasses a range of approaches, including both traditional and holistic methods. Medications, rest, and ice application can offer relief, while heat therapy and physical therapy may enhance flexibility. We also recommend embracing a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise and weight maintenance to further contributes to a comprehensive strategy for inflammation control.
Our integrated approach of targeted dietary changes complemented by stress management techniques, topical applications, and holistic methods provide a variety of personalized options to decrease inflammation and increase your overall health and well-being.
There are other less common drinks you can make that have anti-inflammatory properties like baking soda and water, parsley and ginger juice, lemon and turmeric, chicken bone broth, and more.
At this point, you are feeling better than you ever thought you could as you are feeling energized and thriving. You have learned a lot about your body, you are moving more efficiently, you understand your body’s cues, and you have a good idea of what to do with these cues. This means you get to try new things, achieve new goals, and conquer new challenges! As you do, we will be here as your resource, as needed, to help you nourish, boost, and refresh your health.
Pain is generally the last symptom to show up and the first to go away. This means that by the time you realize there is a problem, there has been a problem for a long time. Especially for chronic or recurring issues, understanding how you got to where you are is so important for getting to where you want to go. In this stage of your journey, you will resolve underlying dysfunction, remove cheats, and retrain habits. As we aid you in activating your body’s natural healing potential, we will help you regain movement, energy, and body function both inside and outside. Throughout this process, you will start to feel greater ease and inspiration as you restore communication and efficiency in your body. Together, we will constantly assess, observe, and reassess your body’s responses to boost your results.
You are your own person, with your own collection of life events which brought you to where you are today. You deserve to be heard, seen, and treated as the individual you are. Your journey begins with your Discovery Evaluation. This first visit includes your exam which works to uncover the root of your issue(s), new patient diagnostics, and, of course, your first treatment. This is how we will help you begin connecting the dots and feeling better. After your first treatment, we will ask you to observe your body’s responses– good, bad, or indifferent. There is no wrong answer as this is just starting point information and direction for moving forward. In your second visit, we will review this feedback and your diagnostics to further identify potential underlying causes and compensations. We will combine everything we have learned about you, consider your goals, and together create a plan to resolve your concerns from the roots up.
