Events:

Patient Appreciation Party on Monday, Jan 17th.

See details to the right.

Classes:

FOAM ROLLER EXERCISE

Wednesday, March 16

6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

Sartell Middle School,

Room 320.

Instructors: StillPointe Staff

Cost: $13.00, plus foam

rollers will be available for

discounted rate of $25.

BEYOND STRESS

Tuesday, April 12

6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Sartell Middle School,

Media Center

Instructor: Dr. Susan Saetre

Cost: $12.00

Info/Registration: 

Register for classes through Sartell-St. Stephen

Comm. Ed:

 www.saukrapidsriceonline.org

Hours vary.  

Please call to confirm Friday

and Saturday schedules.

 "No pill has been able to give me the instant, as well as enduring, relief as chiropractic adjustments.  Thank you!"

"With all of the shoveling this winter, my back and neck have been strained.  With regular chiropractic adjustments and massage at StillPointe, the discomfort has been relieved and I'm ready for the next snowfall."

"Chiropractic and CranioSacral Therapy have made a huge difference in my life.  I had migraines regularly that affected my day-to-day activities.  Now, I'm virtually pain free."

"I have a hectic lifestyle and battle high blood pressure.  I find that regular massage therapy sessions keep me healthy and happy." 

 Excerpt from, "To Your Health Magazine," October 2010.

     In recent years, studies have shown that vitamin D is an important modulator of immune function that has the potential to reduce the risk of life-threatening influenzas.  This is especially true in winter when vitamin D production in the skin declines due to lack of sunlight.  Several other studies have shown that vitamin D supplementation is associated with a reduction in cancer, especially of the breast and prostate.  Since the best source of vitamin D is the sunlight, most of us are deficient due to our winter climate and the increased use of sunscreens (80% of vitamin D absorption is blocked at a level of SPF 8).  Therefore, it is extremely important to use a supplement to increase vitamin D levels in our bodies.  Fortunately, this is easy to do and quality supplements are relatively inexpensive. 

     At StillPointe, we recommend Iso D3, or Micelized vitamin D drops (great for babies and kids).  Recent research indicates that supplementation with 1,400 IU of vitamin D per day appears to raise levels to a healthy balance in most people.  That amount can be increased for increased immunity against colds or other illnesses.  We will be happy to advise you on supplements that are best for you and your family. (Note: Iso D3 is 2000 IU, and Micelized D is 600 IU per drop.)

     Reminder:  You can order most of our supplements online if you are not able to get in to the office.  Go to:  www.nut-dyn.com and register as a "patient."  You must use our professional number, 110478, to sign up, but you set your own information and password.  Orders will be shipped directly to your address.  Please call if you have questions. 

     Ashiatsu is a type of massage therapy in which the therapist uses

her/his feet to massage a client's back, using bars and other props for support to vary pressure and weight.  This modality has its roots in Asia, but today, several different versions of Ashiatsu massage are practiced around the world.  Learning to perform Ashiatsu massage requires advanced and specialized training. Sheri Young, one of the therapists at StillPointe, was certified in Ashiatsu Bar Therapy at Footmasters in Naples, Florida in 2006. 

     In traditional Ashiatsu, based on Chinese Medicine, the client lies on the floor, while the practitioner walks across his or her back, using the feet to target specific pressure points.  In the late 1990's, massage therapist Ruthie Hardee developed a version known as Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy that utilizes traditional Asian techniques, but focuses on use of massage as a relaxation tool.  It addresses muscle pain and tension by having the therapist use a set of parallel bars above a massage table to support herself while essentially dancing on the client's back, combining long, flowing strokes by the feet with faster, lighter ones.  The intensity of the massage can be tailored to the needs of the client.  We recommend it for people who like deep work and balanced pressure. 

     Several of the staff at StillPointe have tried this and really like it.  Sheri will demonstrate this at our Patient Appreciation Party, and we will offer introductory coupons of $10.00 off your first visit and hope you will try it out!