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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.

Winter Wisdom: 4 Points of Contact & Snowy Joy!

Winter Wisdom: 4 Points of Contact & Snowy Joy!

 Did you know a simple slip when getting in or out of your car could lead to some serious pain? Yikes! We’re all about keeping you safe and sane during this chilly season, so buckle up—you’re in for some awesome winter tips! A few weeks ago, we kicked off our winter...

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Winter Wonderland or Slip Hazard? Tips to Keep You Safe!

Winter Wonderland or Slip Hazard? Tips to Keep You Safe!

As winter blankets Wisconsin in snow and ice, our clinic sees the direct impact on all of us bravely facing the elements. While this season can be beautiful, it also poses challenges—especially for those living with chronic pain. Slips and falls become more common,...

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Stress Less This Season: Find Your Calm

Stress Less This Season: Find Your Calm

In our last email, we explored diaphragmatic breathing as a tool to find calm amidst the chaos of daily life. Today, let's dive into another powerful technique that can help you navigate stress, anxiety, and overwhelm—especially as the holiday season approaches. Why...

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Breathe Easy: Finding Calm in the Holiday Chaos

Breathe Easy: Finding Calm in the Holiday Chaos

Ah, the holiday season! A time filled with joy, laughter, and…wait for it…stress? If you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the festivities, you’re definitely not alone! With shopping lists, family gatherings, and a never-ending to-do list, it’s all too easy to...

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Knee Know-How: 5 Essential Tips for Pain-Free Movement

Knee Know-How: 5 Essential Tips for Pain-Free Movement

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 starts sending you little messages, they might sound a bit like this: Popping or crunching noises (party time, anyone?)...

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The IT Band Conundrum: Is It Really the Bad Guy?

The IT Band Conundrum: Is It Really the Bad Guy?

Ever been moving throughout the day when suddenly—ouch! —the outside of your knee starts hurting? You might have been told it’s an IT band issue. Mmmm, I don’t think it is! Let’s dive into this common complaint and see if we can uncover what’s really going on. What’s...

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Navigating Fear & Emotions: Tips for Everyone Facing Challenges

Navigating Fear & Emotions: Tips for Everyone Facing Challenges

Today, I really want to chat about something that’s been a huge part of my own journey—navigating fear and emotions. You know that moment when you hear the words “you have cancer”? It hits you like a freight train, right? Suddenly, you’re bombarded with feelings—fear,...

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Empathy in Action: What to Say and Do During Tough Times

Empathy in Action: What to Say and Do During Tough Times

As we enter October and Breast Cancer Awareness month I wanted to share something very personal with all of you. Many of you may not know, I was diagnosed with breast cancer in May 2025. When I was diagnosed it felt as if the ground had shifted beneath our feet,...

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Check Your Garden Hose: Lymph & Fascia

Check Your Garden Hose: Lymph & Fascia

Most of our clients are pretty familiar with fascia: the spiderweb-like sheets that wrap over and around and through every structure of our bodies. We’ve seen in our own healing processes how restriction in the fascia can produce our symptoms. Many of my clients have...

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Get Your Lymph Going!

Get Your Lymph Going!

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...

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Feeling Overwhelmed? Let’s Talk About the Signs of Stress!

Feeling Overwhelmed? Let’s Talk About the Signs of Stress!

Understanding Stress: Listening to Our Bodies Have you ever felt like life’s just moving too fast? Like you’re caught in a whirlwind of responsibilities, and your body is trying to wave a big red flag? If you’ve nodded along, you’re not alone! Stress can be sneaky,...

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Eat Right For Your Lymph

Eat Right For Your Lymph

Did you know your plate could be a pathway to better lymphatic health? The answer is, of course, yes! In addition to self-treatment with self-drainage and wearing compression garments as instructed, there is actually a growing body of evidence that suggests your...

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Have Swelling? Options for Relief.

Have Swelling? Options for Relief.

Do you have swelling and wondering what to do next? While every individual case is different, treatment generally follows a few typical paths. The journey to managing your lymphatic conditions starts here, and each step is filled with possibilities! For edema, which...

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Is Your Swelling More Than Just Edema? Find Out!

Is Your Swelling More Than Just Edema? Find Out!

Swelling isn't just a minor inconvenience—it could signal something deeper. As we kick off Lymphedema Awareness Month, let’s explore the nuanced world of Edema, Lymphedema, and Lipedema, and how they interconnect in ways you might not realize. Although there is...

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