Unfortunately, Covid-19 is still here. In this week's Motivation, Dr. Greenapple talks about treating long-haul Covid-19 patients with acupuncture. If you struggle with long-haul Covid-19 symptoms like brain fog and loss of taste and smell, contact our office to schedule your acupuncture appointment today! ...
As we are now in our third year of COVID or post-COVID conditions, we are seeing a range of new, returning, or continuing problems that people experience after first being infected with the virus. Most will get better within a few weeks after being infected, but some will have symptoms or new symptoms appearing after four weeks, and these are considered long haulers. People who experience post-COVID conditions can have a multitude of ailments, the most common are the following: Fatigue Shortnessofbreath Cough Heart palpitations Stomach pain Muscle or joint pain Rash The most common neurological symptoms and what I treat the most in the office and will focus on in the article are: Brain fog (difficulty concentrating or thinking) Loss or change of smell (anosmia-loss of smell,...
Foundational management of an anti-inflammatory diet with minimal processing, refined carbohydrates, and artificial ingredients is key. Addressing lifestyle factors like sleep, exercise, and stress management are also equally important in the prevention and treatment of COVID. Remember 94% of individuals who get a severe disease and die have comorbidities that are driven by poor lifestyle choices. If there was ever a time to address your foundational health it is right now. General Immune Support ( Pre-COVID or if exposure) Vitamin C 1000-2000 mg daily NAC 600-900 mg twice a day Curcumin 500-1000 mg daily Zinc 15-30 mg daily Quercetin 250 mg twice a day Post-Exposure / Symptomatic COVID Discontinue Zinc, Echinacea and Elderberry Vitamin D3 10,000 IUs daily for 2 weeks Vitamin C 3000 mg daily NAC...
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QI GONG: HOW TO OPTIMIZE YOUR HEALTH & IMMUNE SYSTEM Dr. Scott Greenapple We are in a new and ever-changing paradigm shift in our world right now with regards to this new COVID-19, Coronavirus. With fear, anxiety, and stress running rampid, I would like to offer some practices from Eastern medicine which will help with stress reduction as well as immune support during these trying times. Qi Gong is part of the five pillars of traditional Chinese medicine and some consider it "The Most Profound Medicine". This form of moving meditation can also be known as "movement medication". Qi Gong and Mindfulness are both excellent modalities for self-care and well being. Qi Gong involves focused movement accompanied by mindful breathwork. These two very simple forms of Qi Gong that...
With all the fear and anxiety going on, we want to share some mindful and stress relief advice regarding the COVID 19, Coronavirus. All the doctors at Thrive would like to acknowledge the fact that yes, the Coronavirus is real, it is here, and we must take this seriously. We are taking all the necessary precautions and want you to as well. The best defense at this point is a good offense. Meaning, take all necessary precautions as one would with any viral outbreak. From what we know so far is that this is an upper respiratory illness that is passed from droplets, saliva, mucus. So, washing your hands often for 20 seconds is very important. Cover your mouth and nose if you cough or sneeze. Avoid...