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At NBT, we believe in educating you so you have a better understanding of your body, the treatment that you are receiving, and important ways to eliminate your pain at home. Take a moment to view our articles and self-treatment exercises that will help you on your path to well and an active and pain-free lifestyle.
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Knowledge is power and will get you started on the path to finding freedom from pain. Check out our latest videos that will expand your knowledge of myofascial release, self-care, and provide you helpful tips to improve your health.
Struggling in the Rat Race
How often do you notice yourself getting caught up in the “rat race” of life? On the other hand, do you not notice it until it’s too late and starts impacting your quality of life and well-being. Some of us may not even notice the impacts even though it is affecting...
Don’t Dread Spring! Tips to Ease Sinus Congestion
Sinus season is slowly approaching and as the seasons are changing it can bring unwelcome nasal congestion, sinus infections, headaches and seasonal allergies. Do you dread the spring season due to sinus problems? Read on as we share helpful tips to help you through...
Heart Health and Stress
How's your heart? A few days from now, we'll welcome the month of February. The month in which love is being celebrated. It is also a month that gives our hearts the feeling of blissfulness, excitement, and extreme joy. But, February is not just for romance. This is...
Setting Your Intentions for a New Year
In a few days, we'll be waving goodbye to 2021 and welcoming a new year with a big smile... the year 2022. 2021, just like 2020, was not an easy year. The COVID virus is still affecting different parts of the world and going back to our normal, pre-pandemic lifestyle...
Raw Emotional Struggles With Surgery
Self-care could mean different things to each of us at different points in our lives. Where are you needing a little more support in your life right now? For me, it is emotional self-care. 10 days ago I had hand surgery, my first surgery. Physically everything went as...
Kicking the Sugar Habit
When 3:30 rolled around, I couldn't stop thinking about it. I tried to distract myself--think about something else, move around the room, stick my fingers in my ears--but it seemed like nothing worked. I NEEDED a sugary snack! I had to have it. Does this scenario...
Mindfulness and alcohol: why moderation matters!
What do all of the following things have in common: divorces, funerals, weddings, breakups, chronic physical pain, moving, graduations, dinner, brunch, lunch, heck sometimes breakfast, sporting events, birthdays, promotions and baby showers? The article title may have...
Knee Pain: Solutions and Prevention
I know I’ve said it before … and like Mama always says, “If I’ve said it once, I’ve said it a thousand times,” LISTEN TO YOUR BODY. When your knee begins to send you a message it might sound (sometimes quite literally) like this: • Popping/crunching noises • Swelling...
Morning Routine: Wake Up and Be Awesome
How you start your day can set-you up for success. Without a morning routine to set you up for success you may spend your entire day bouncing from task to task and never feeling like you are getting much accomplished. This pandemic has been wreaking havoc for over a...
Your Lymph and Your Life: Getting Your Body’s Vacuum Cleaner Running Smoothly
In the last few months, many people have been contacting NBT regarding lymphatic drainage therapy and wondering if it might be right for them. If you’ve had the same questions, read on! First, it helps to know a little bit more about the lymphatic system and what it...
VIDEO: Correct Your Posture – Favorite Exercises
Do you struggle with poor posture? Do you find yourself adjusting your rearview mirror so you can see better?Both of these are signs that your body has fascial restrictions that are creating compression throughout the body. In this video I'm sharing with...
VIDEO: Foam Rolling – STOP Calf Tightness: Get Results with Rolling
TIGHT calves are miserable. This simple, but effective foam rolling technique will get you on the road to less tightness. Grab your foam roller and give it a try with Amy.Also, check out our Foam Rolling Do’s and Don’ts video: Click here
VIDEO: Foam Rolling – DON’T Do These! Do THESE Instead!
When I see some people foam rolling it can make me cringe as a therapist. It is time for me to help you understand some simple DO's and DON'Ts when it comes to foam rolling if you want to get results.
VIDEO: How to Relax – One Simple Technique
Just relax! Well, this is easier said than done. I'm teaching you a simple, but effective technique to let go of tension, surrender to bracing and finally relax.