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What’s the Deal with Dry Needling? 

Pine forest

If you’ve visited the Progressive Spine and Rehab website lately, you might have noticed our announcement that we offer dry needling. 

Not to be confused with acupuncture, dry needling requires its own training and is administered by physical therapists who have been certified in this specific technique. 

Discover some of the details about dry needling, including the types of issues it is best intended to treat. 

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3 Fun Ways to Stay Active this Winter

Winter sledding

While we all know that staying active, no matter the season, is important, it can be tricky to do so during the winter. Between the snow, ice, and downright frigid temperatures, the very idea of getting out and doing much of anything is enough to inspire many of us to stay snug on the couch. Of course, the winter will come to an end, and often sooner than we realize. 

For that reason and in defense of healthy habits, it’s important to stay active this winter. Ideally, most adults should shoot for a half an hour of activity at least five days per week. 

Take heart, you might already be closer to achieving this goal than you think… 

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2021 Open Enrollment is here!

Open enrollment is here

It’s time once more for open enrollment season at HealthCare.gov. Open enrollment runs until December 15th, 2021 and gives you an opportunity to apply and shop for new health care and dental plans in your state. You don’t want to miss out on this and be stuck without a health insurance plan for 2022.

Here’s what you should know about open enrollment.

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3 Easy Fall Nutrition Tips

Acorn Squash

When the weather gets cooler and outdoor activities become more scarce, it’s incredibly easy to hole up inside and throw nutrition out the window. Who doesn’t love pumpkin spice and apple cider donuts? While these things are fine in moderation, you want to make sure that you continue to eat healthy during the fall season. Luckily fall offers some truly amazing opportunities to stay active and eat well! Take a look at our list of fall nutrition tips to make your autumn the best yet:

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Exercise Tips for Fall

Fall walking

Whether you’re excited about the upcoming season, or you are clinging to every last ounce of summer, fall is quickly approaching. While some welcome the relief of cooler weather and fun holidays, others find it difficult to keep up with the healthy active routine they have built up over the summer. Progressive Spine and Rehab Center has compiled this list of great exercise routine tips for fall that are good for your back and your overall health!

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