METABOLIC SYNDROME…SYNDROME X
Just the name alone is scary…Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of medical conditions that increase the likelihood to develop cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Up to 25% of individuals in the United States are affected by metabolic syndrome. All definitions include obesity (BMI>30), high triglycerides, low HDL or good cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, and high fasting glucose levels. There are many causes and risk factors that lead to metabolic syndrome. These are related to body weight, genetics, hormone disorders, aging, sedentary lifestyle, and stress. The first line of defense in treating this condition is patient education and lifestyle modification. If taking medications is your thing, then you must take a separate medication for every condition that you present with. This is a “growing” (pun intended) problem in the United States as the population is getting larger, our diets are being further intoxicated with additives, preservatives, herbicides and pesticides and technology is causing us to be lazier and more sedentary as a society. The Hart Wellness Center and Dr. Derek Hartmann can offer consultation and education on metabolic syndrome and can help you or a loved one with this very difficult condition.
STUDENT MASSAGE THERAPY SPECIAL
THWC would like to welcome Paul, the newest massage therapy addition to our practice. Paul is a student with Kaplan School of Massage Therapy set to graduate by mid-June of 2011. THWC is an externship site for Kaplan and Paul will be performing massage work under the direct supervision of Dr. Derek Hartmann. This allows us to offer affordable massage work performed by a student.
½ hour massage – $20
1 hour massage – $40
Paul is available Tuesdays (2-5pm) and Fridays (10-2pm)
CUSTOM ORTHOTIC SANDAL SALE
You may be thinking that these are not fashionable. Think again. Stop in for your complementary digital foot scan and to browse the product catalog for your summer shoe wear.
$50.00 OFF ANY CUSTOM SANDAL ORDER
THOUGHT OF THE MONTH
“The world’s favorite season is spring. All things seem possible in May.”
-Edwin Way Teale
LETTERS FROM LINZIE
THWC and Linzie have launched a new program that incorporates chiropractic rehabilitation and yoga. YOGA REHAB! Each ½ hour to hour yoga session is individually designed upon the patient’s current condition and needs. Dr. Hartmann and Linzie will consult on these cases prior to performing the custom yoga sequences.
HATHA FLOW YOGA CLASS – WEDNESDAY – 6PM
