Bio-Structural Integration™: Exaggerated Pelvic Tilt

New studies have indicated that too much sitting will shorten your life, especially if you are a woman! One study found that women who sit for more than 6 hours per day are about 40% more likely to die, that those who sat for less than 3 hours a day, compared to men at 20% more likely to die.  IT CAN KILL YOU!

Bio-Structural Integration™: Pelvis Tilt

Bio-Structural Integration™ is a unique, trademarked pain rehabilitation process at Osteoklinika. Over 15 years ago we discovered that therapy centered on only one system simply does not work! 

Why? The body functions as a unit. When we get injured the central nervous system may be affected, the joints will develop misalignment, the muscles will be in spasm, connective tissue and fascia become tight, the inflammatory process sets in, even internal organs can be affected. Every cell in our body works synergistically together to maintain homeostasis.

When one system is disturbed the other cannot function properly. In our method of Bio-Structural Integration™ we address the dysfunction at every level.

Within one treatment Cranial Osteopathy is used to release central nervous system lesions. After that Osteopathic Structural Adjustments are used to correct the joints, followed by Myofascial Release of connective tissue. 

Neuromuscular Massage is implemented to reduce muscular tension, and Electrotherapy helps to interrupt the pain cycle.

All of the above is done within a one-hour treatment. After the structure is realigned, we recommend BioFlex Low Intensity Laser Therapy to deal with inflammation. Now the healing is stimulated at the cellular level. This session may take 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on the condition being treated. Elimination of inflammatory process assists in structural stabilization of the joints.

The program of rehabilitation is a 5 -week process and provides consistently over 90% of success in bringing back a pain-free life. If you have tried every possible known therapy and still have pain, you should never give up! During many years of my practice I developed protocols for numerous difficult-to-treat conditions. 

Grim Long Term Effects of:

• Watching TV

• Playing Video Games on TV or computer

• Sitting in your car while commuting

• Computer use at work during the day and at night at home

In addition to the grim long term effects of so much sitting, a sitting posture causes your hip flexors and quadriceps muscles to become shortened.  This will put your pelvis into an exaggerated tilt. This tilt can put stress on the musculature of the lower back resulting in tightening of the posterior chain (hamstrings and calves), an increase in the possibility of disc herniation as well as a host of other posture and load distribution related injuries.  All you need is the desire to get more mobile!  In fact, I have heard from some of my patients they stand up whenever they can; sometimes even working on the computer in a standing position or  on a phone call from time to time. Certainly getting up regularly from the work and home computer walking around for a few minutes every hour (every 20 minutes is recommended) is a great way to avoid serious pelvis tilt.  In addition, a few minutes an evening, 2-3 times a week, can help to offset the poor metabolic heath and structural problems.

Be creative, walk to the store at night, park far away from your destination and walk a few seconds longer, eat a small meal at lunch and then go for a walk, avoid sitting one solid hour during your lunch break. However, for some it has gone too far. You may be experiencing chronic pain and difficulty sleeping due to too much sitting. There are so many serious health hazards associated with too much sitting and if you are unable at this stage to cope with the pain or the inability to bend to do your gardening or simple household duties, even minor exercise, then I can help you at OsteoKlinika Pain Management and Rehabilitation clinic. 

Are you sitting all day long, and into the evening on the computer or on a couch watching TV or playing video games?  I believe this has become quite a problem in the 21st Century.  Sedentary behaviours include sitting in many different settings:

How much time do you spend sitting?  

All these repetitive ways of sitting during our busy lives are examples of very how little energy we are expending during the course of a single day.  It’s time to pay attention to how long you are sitting during each day and night! 

During the course of an entire day, repeated throughout weeks and months, accumulated sitting time may have negative consequences for your health. Recent evidence reports associations between television time and poor metabolic health, indicating that overall sitting time is related to increased health risk caused by higher waist circumferences, body mass index, systolic blood pressure, triglycerides, plasma glucose, and fasting insulin, as well as lower high-density lipoprotein, which are biomarkers of obesity and cardiovascular and other chronic diseases.


If you are doing a training program, you may find you are not able to get a full hip extension in your exercises, such as squats or running and will therefore feel stiffer and less energetic than is normal. A few key exercises for a few minutes 2-3 times per week can help to offset this problem. Attending regular Yoga classes are also a great way to offset all the sitting, as a further example.

And, if you or your children are playing video games for hours per day, it is great to know there are now great video games that promote a wide variety of activity, such as the Wii Sports, Xbox Kinnect, all of which will help to get you and your family up on your feet!  Seriously, all this sitting can kill you!

My approach is very unique and effective. It took me many years to develop specific trademarked protocols to treat conditions affecting the lower back, shoulders, knees, feet, wrists and other parts of the body.  To discuss your situation, please call me at 905.660.8810 or email me at Andrew@osteoklinika.com.  - Andrew Subieta M.Sc., R.M.T., CLT

Bio-Structural Integration™: Diet and Pain Management

• Bio-Structural Integration™:  Diet and Pain Management
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• Bio-Structural Integration™ is a unique, trademarked pain rehabilitation process at Osteoklinika. Over 15 years ago we discovered that therapy centered on only one system simply does not work! 
  
  Why? The body functions as a unit. When we get injured the central nervous system may be affected, the joints will develop misalignment, the muscles will be in spasm, connective tissue and fascia become tight, the inflammatory process sets in, even internal organs can be affected. Every cell in our body works synergistically together to maintain homeostasis.
  
  When one system is disturbed the other cannot function properly. In our method of Bio-Structural Integration™ we address the dysfunction at every level.
  
  
  

  Within one treatment Cranial Osteopathy is used to release central nervous system lesions. After that Osteopathic Structural Adjustments are used to correct the joints, followed by Myofascial Release of connective tissue.  Neuromuscular Massage is implemented to reduce muscular tension, and Electrotherapy helps to interrupt the pain cycle.
  
  All of the above is done within a one-hour treatment. After the structure is realigned, we recommend BioFlex Low Intensity Laser Therapy to deal with inflammation. Now the healing is stimulated at the cellular level. This session may take 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on the condition being treated. Elimination of inflammatory process assists in structural stabilization of the joints.
  
  
  The program of rehabilitation is a  5 -week process and provides consistently over 90% of success in bringing back a pain-free life. If you have tried every possible known therapy and still have pain, you should never give up! During many years of my practice I developed protocols for numerous difficult-to-treat conditions. 

Example of "Bad" Food Choices

Many of us are now aware that diet is a basic means of pain control. Good food choices can subdue pain and pain’s side effects: listlessness, fatigue, insomnia, weight gain, and digestive problems. Unhealthy eating, on the other hand, will increase your suffering and need for medication.

Eat 5 - 6 servings of fresh fruits and vegetables! If your body is worn down by pain – if you suffer from frequent illness, fatigue, or weakness – fruits and vegetables can act as tonics, strengthening your body with an array of nutrients. Your body will especially appreciate the benefits of phytochemicals, plant substances that bolster the immune system. For the most phytochemical, eat a mix of produce that is richly colored, such as berries, red grapes, leafy greens, carrots, pumpkins, tomatoes, and peaches. By eating these fruits and vegetables, you could even affect pain on the cellular level: Certain substances in deeply colored produce appear to stabilize the cell membranes, making them less likely to produce substance P and other pain-promoting compounds.

For pain relief, think green!

Eat the right fats!

Do your joints feel hot and tender? Is your chronic pain characterized by a burning quality? Do you suffer from PMS pain? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, the kinds of fats you eat can make the difference between a flare-up and significant relief. That’s because some fats increase inflammation, while others cool it down. Normally, inflammation is your body’s response to an injury. When inflammation develops in the absence of an injury, it becomes a chronically painful problem. Inflammation pain is a sign that certain hormones in your body, called prostaglandins, are out of balance. Prostaglandins come in two types: One encourages inflammation, while the other inhibits it. Since both kinds are constructed from fatty acids, the kind of prostaglandins that predominate in your body depends to a large extent on the kinds of fats you eat.

Print this and keep post in kitchen!

Anti-inflammatory fats

•  Eggs fortified with omega-3 fatty acids
•  Flaxseed and flaxseed oil
•  Herring
•  Pumpkin seeds
•  Mackerel
•  Olive oil
•  Salmon
•  Sardines
•  Walnuts

Pro-inflammatory fats

• Butter
• Corn oil
• Full-fat dairy products, such as whole milk and ice cream
• Margarine (please do not eat margarine - in any situation!)
• Sesame oil
• Sunflower oil
• Tropical oils (such as coconut, palm and palm kernel oil)
• Vegetable shortening (same as Marg - don't use it!)

Substitute white bread & rice with whole grains!

Whole grains are a source of many nutrients important for a vital immune system and for pain control, including B-complex vitamins. They are also high in magnesium, which relaxes cramped muscles, and in fiber, which reduces constipation from irritable bowel syndrome or pain medications. By contrast, refined products, especially sweet baked goods, cause terrible flare-ups. Avoiding refined grains may stabilize your nerves and keep them from firing extra or intensified messages of pain. Remember that pain lives in the central nervous system, so the extent to which you can keep it on an even keel is the extent to which you’ll feel better.

Multi-symptom triggers!

The following list includes the foods most often identified in research studies as triggers for migraines, arthritis, irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease, and fibromyalgia.

• Dairy products
• Wheat
• Citrus fruits
• Corn
• Caffeine
• Meat
• Nuts
• Tomatoes

It is possible that PAIN is simply a CHOICE and you can make that choice?

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• Try to shift a few of the "pain-maker" foods into your good food choices! For the most part, PAIN IS A CHOICE (to have or not to have). For consultation on our Bio-Structural Integration pain management and treatment, please call us at 905.660.8810. #frequent illness #fatigue #weakness #PMS #inflammation #migraines #arthritis #irritablebowelsyndrome #Crohn’s #fibromyalgia

References:   Barnard, Neal.Foods That Fight Pain.New York, NY: Harmony Books, 1999. Tearnan, Blake H. 10 Simple Solutions to Chronic Pain. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, 2007.Schneider, Jennifer.  Living with Chronic Pain: The Complete Health Guide to the Causes and Treatment of Chronic Pain.  Long Island City, NY.  Hatherleigh Press, 2004 

Bio-Structural Integration™: Low Light Laser Therapy at Osteoklinika

LLLT for Shoulder Pain

Bio-Structural Integration™ is a unique, trademarked pain rehabilitation process at Osteoklinika. Over 15 years ago we discovered that therapy centered on only one system simply does not work! Why? The body functions as a unit. When we get injured the central nervous system may be affected, the joints will develop misalignment, the muscles will be in spasm, connective tissue and fascia become tight, the inflammatory process sets in, even internal organs can be affected. Every cell in our body works synergistically together to maintain homeostasis.

When one system is disturbed the other cannot function properly. In our method of Bio-Structural Integration™ we address the dysfunction at every level.

Within one treatment Cranial Osteopathy is used to release central nervous system lesions. After that Osteopathic Structural Adjustments are used to correct the joints, followed by Myofascial Release of connective tissue. 

Neuromuscular Massage is implemented to reduce muscular tension, and Electrotherapy helps to interrupt the pain cycle.

LLLT for Neck Pain

All of the above is done within a one-hour treatment. After the structure is realigned, we recommend BioFlex Low Light Laser Therapy to deal with inflammation. Now the healing is stimulated at the cellular level. This session may take 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on the condition being treated. Elimination of inflammatory process assists in structural stabilization of the joints.

The program of rehabilitation is a  5 -week process and provides consistently over 90% of success in bringing back a pain-free life. If you have tried every possible known therapy and still have pain, you should never give up! During many years of my practice I developed protocols for numerous difficult-to-treat conditions. 

This blog will help you to understand Low Light Laser Therapy LLLT, (formerly referred to as Low Intensity Laser Therapy or LILT), one of the therapies used in our Bio-Structural Integration™ process.

Low Light Laser Therapy

Laser Therapy, also called Low Light Laser Therapy or Cold Laser, is the use of red and near infrared light and laser light to treat musculoskeletal injuries, chronic and degenerative conditions and to heal wounds. The light source is placed in contact with the skin at the injury site, allowing the light energy (photons) to penetrate the tissue, where it interacts with various molecules resulting in the restoration of normal cellular function.

LLLT for wrist and hand

LLLT for Back Pain

Laser photons normalize the cellular activity by activating various enzymes. Photons have no effect on normal functioning cells – they only have positive effects on those that need help. Laser therapy heals the condition at the root of the problem, rather than merely addressing the symptoms.

The Technology

LLLT for Plantar Fasciitis

Laser Therapy was discovered in the 1960s by the Hungarian scientist Endre Mester. The European medical profession soon embraced this technology, producing many scientific documents detailing how lasers help cells to heal injuries and eliminate pain.

As part of our Bio-Structural Integration™ therapy, at Osteoklinika we use the BioFlex Low Light Laser Therapy system by Meditech, the most advanced and sophisticated laser system on the global market today. Meditech is the only manufacturer of low intensity laser therapy devices.

Laser Therapy is an accepted modality by Health Canada and the BioFlex system has a Medical Device License, meaning Health Canada has approved it for the treatment of soft tissue injuries.

Common Conditions Treated With Laser Therapy

Degenerative Conditions

·        Osteoarthritis

·        Spinal Stenosis

·        Chondromalacia patella

Repetitive Stress Injuries

·        Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

·        Rotator Cuff Injuries

·        Tendonitis

·        TMJ dysfunction

Sports Injuries or Accidents

·        Ligament, Tendon and Muscle tears

·        Contusions and Hematomas

·        Fractures

·        Bulging and Herniated Discs

Dermatological

·        Reducing Scar Tissue

·        Spider Veins

·        Rosacia

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·        Ezcema

·        Psoriasis

·        Shingles

Inflammatory

·        Tendonitis

·        Myositis

·        Bursitis

·        Plantar Fasciitis

·        Rheumatoid Arthritis

Wound Healing

·        Dermal Ulcers (diabetic, contact, traumatic)

·        Burns

Other

·        Fibromyalgia

·       Gout

·        Lymphedema

How Do You Get Started?

"Something Good Is About To Happen". 

At Osteoklinika our goal is not only to relieve pain but to treat pathological changes that occur in the tissues of the body that led to discomfort, inflammation and restricted range of motion. This approach addresses many musculoskeletal conditions down to the cellular level, therefore speeding up recovery. Our objective is to find the source of the problem, correct it and allow the body to return to a normal physiological balance and this can occur at any age and it is not too late to turn it around! www.osteoklinika.com or join my Facebook Page!

 - Andrew Subieta, M.Sc. R.M.T. C.L.T., Director and Owner of Osteoklinika.

Bio-Structural Integration™: Why Should I Choose An Osteopathic Manual Practitioner?

What is Osteopathy?

Traditional Osteopathy, as presented by the Canadian College of Osteopathy, is defined as:

 “A natural medicine which aims to restore function in the body by treating the causes of pain and imbalance. To achieve this goal the Osteopathic Manual Practitioner relies on the quality and finesse of his/her palpation and works with the position, mobility and quality of the tissues.”

Natural Medicine is a term used to convey the idea that with an osteopathic treatment, nothing is added (medications or remedies) or subtracted (surgery) from the body. Instead, the osteopathic philosophy embraces the notion that the body is naturally able to heal itself. The practitioner of Traditional Osteopathy works with the body to enhance this natural ability to self-regulate and self-heal.


Difference between Osteopaths and Chiropractors: 

Palpation (sometimes referred to as listening) is a diagnostic skill that the Osteopath uses to feel or sense the state of the tissues or systems being examined. This encompasses the many sensory aspects of touch, such as the ability to detect moisture, texture, temperature differential and subtle motion. 

This ability to detect almost imperceptible motion provides the Osteopathic Manual Practitioner with the capability of perceiving the inherent motion present in all living organisms. This palpatory ability is not a gift — rather it is a trained skill that takes years to develop.

Osteopathic Manual Practitioners palpate by a gently yet intentionally touching the tissues or systems under examination. With experience Osteopathic Manual Practitioners learn to palpate not just superficially but also very deeply within the body. This sensory information is received through touch receptors on the fingertips and palms and through the proprioceptors (motion and position sensors) embedded deep in the joints of the hands, wrists, arms, and even in the shoulders.

The ability to detect minute modifications in the quality of the tissues is the assessment skill that allows the Osteopathic Manual Practitioners to help prioritize a patient's course of treatment. These tissue qualities include congestion, dehydration, scarring, stiffness, density or loss of resilience, as well as motility that is an infinitesimal movement inherent to all living tissues. It is this sensing of the quality of the tissue, in combination with the position, mobility and vitality of the tissues, that allows the Osteopathic Manual Practitioners to determine the tissues or systems that need immediate attention.

The major difference between an Osteopath and a Chiropractor is that while the Chiropractor is primarily focused on the spine and joints (and the muscles to a point); an Osteopath is also concerned with the rest of the body.  He or she might treat patients with respiratory problems, digestive problems or any other number of problems that might not seemingly be related to the spine or joints.

The main point to remember is that, no matter which professional gets chosen, excellent care will be provided from both Osteopaths and Chiropractors and it is a good idea to try both and make your own decision!

For more information, Andrew Subieta and the clinic staff can be reached at Osteoklinika Pain Management & Rehabilitation 905.660.8810.

Also, please check our website www.osteoklinika.com for more information about Bio-Structural Integration™, or our Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter pages.  

The Olive Leaf: The Tree of Life

Olive Leaf is a gift to us from "The Tree of Life," diet for the maintenance of good health and the prevention of disease. Extending an Olive branch has been a traditional means of offering peace since ancient times, and the Olive Leaf has remained the symbol of peace and prosperity to this very day.

The Olive Leaf is a powerful and effective medicinal that contains tremendous healing properties for the immune, cardiovascular, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, and lymphatic system. It is particularly beneficial in fighting viruses and bacteria in the body such as Shingles, Herpes, E. coli, Salmonella, Staphylococcus, and Klebsiella pneumonia and can help to wipe out colds & flu viruses faster than most medications. Olive Leaf also has the ability to significantly lower blood pressure and maintain it at a healthy level. It contains a compound called Oleuropein which helps to prevent the constriction of arteries, increase blood flow, and improve functioning of the heart. It also helps to lower LDL (bad) cholesterol and prevent the risk of strokes and heart disease. Olive leaf has been known to benefit those suffering with diabetes, high cholesterol, bronchitis, gastritis, and auto-immune disorders such as chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, addison disease, guillain-barre syndrome, arthritis, colitis, lupus, celiac disease, eczema, scleroderma, psoriasis, cardiomyopathy, graves disease, and HIV. Olive leaf contains powerful anti-inflammatory properties which helps to improve circulation, reduce swelling, and increase energy and flexibility in the body. It is also a great digestive aid and helps to remove excess acidity from the body.

Olive Leaf extract can be found online or at your local health food store in liquid, tincture, cream, and phyto-cap form. Dried olive leaf can be found in tea and capsule form. Consider adding olive leaf to your medicine cabinet for a potent natural remedy and an incredible immune booster. (Thanks to Medical Medium) 

For more information, Andrew Subieta and the clinic staff can be reached at Osteoklinika Pain Management & Rehabilitation 905.660.8810. Also, please check our website www.osteoklinika.com for more information about Bio-Structural Integration™, or our Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter pages.  

Our Eyes Need Our Help - Naturally!

Vision problems are quickly becoming a common disease in this day and age. With an exponential increase in the number of hours we spend in front of a computer or TV screen, the phenomenon comes as no surprise. 

Our eyes get strained when we look at an image, the eyes focus on it and the light rays enter the eyes through the iris; this is then focused on the cornea or lens of the eye. The image formed is then transmitted to the brain, which tells us what we are seeing. All this activity needs the coordination of both the structures of the eyes and their muscles.

When we look at objects like a computer or phone screen the eyes and the muscles around the eyes are worked excessively as they are trying to adjust to the light that is emitted from the screen. This constant adjustment to quickly changing images or text is what causes the structures within the eye to get strained. According to leading eye surgeon, Dr Rohit Shetty of Narayana Netralaya:

‘The human eye was not made to look at images we see on the television or phone. The adjustment it has to make is one of the greatest reasons for their deterioration.’

In order to rectify this damage Sri Ravi Shankar says, ‘It is necessary to improve the circulation to our eyes and the optic nerves to keep them healthy, as they are constantly at work.’

There is something we can do.While visual errors are mitigated by a large number of factors one of the leading causes is strain and fatigue of the eye. To help you help your eyes recover, here are some Ayurvedic tips according that will keep the damage to your eyes in check.

Exercises for the Eyes

Stimulate your eye muscles:

This exercise is simple, but must be done every morning. On waking up, wash your face with water (preferably cool or a little cold water). Then fill your mouth with water, close your eyes and splash cold water onto your eyes.

This exercise helps stimulate the muscles of the eyes, due to the pressure exerted by the water filled in your mouth. The splash of cold water on your face helps enliven the nerve endings and rejuvenates the skin.

Massage overworked eyes:

This is a great exercise for people who work for long hours in front of computers. Hold your eyebrows between your thumb and index finger, in such a way that the thumb is above the eyebrow and index finger below. Now, gently press and straighten your eyebrows, exerting gentle pressure on all the points. Then, take your thumb and gently roll it around your eye ball, i.e: along your eye socket. Do this exercise every three to four hours to improve the circulation around your eyes.This exercise improves circulation around the eyes helping them bounce back from the fatigue of constantly looking at a computer screen (Read: Computer vision syndrome)

Exercise the muscles around your eyes

This exercise is done to stimulate the muscles around your eye balls (that are present within the eye socket). Rotate your eyeballs, first to the right and left, then upwards and downwards. Do this in the clockwise and anti-clockwise direction for about three to four repetitions.

Give your eyes some much needed rest

This technique has been practiced in ayurveda for a number of years. Later picked up by optometrist Dr Bates, it was named palming. To  do this, rub the palms of both your hands for 30 seconds – till you feel warm between the two palms – then place them gently over the eyes. Hold this position for about one minute or till the heat decreases. Slowly open your eyes. Beware not to look directly at bright light after this; allow your eyes to gradually acclimatize to the change in the environment.

Bat those eyelids

Blinking is the eyes natural way to renew the moisture in the eyes and give it some much needed relief. To help your eyes relax, make it a habit to blink after every five to six seconds.

Get some shut eye

Sound sleep is very essential. It not only allows your body to heal and rest, it also gives your eyes much needed relief from bright lights and strain. Sleeping also is a time your body repairs itself, so getting enough time to nap helps the renewal process in the body, especially in the eyes. Experts say that meditating for about ten minutes before you go to bed is the best way to ensure sound sleep. 

Diet for healthy, stress free eyes

Apart from all the exercises you perform your diet is an essential aid to the repair and renewal process. Here are some diet tips you should follow for healthy eyes:

Almonds, raisins and figs are elixirs for the eyes. To help them cope with the demands of your day-to-day activities with this home remedy. Soak six to ten almonds, fifteen raisins and two figs (anjeer) overnight in some water. Eat them on an empty stomach in the morning. The high amount of fiber and vitamins in these fruits helps speed up the digestive processes and helps the body get rid of toxins, thereby helping in resolving eye related problems.

Another good home remedy for eye related disorders is to have one cup of carrot and Indian gooseberry juice, on an empty stomach in the morning. Carrot and Indian gooseberry (amla) have a lot of vitamin A and are store houses of antioxidants that help beat the ill effects of oxidative-stress in the body.

The benefits of copper as a micro-nutrient are innumerable, but one of its greatest benefits is that it is a very potent antibacterial agent. Ayurvedic practitioners recommend drinking one litre of water, stored overnight in a copper vessel, lends innumerable healing properties to the eyes and other vital organs.

Include foods rich in Vitamin A into your daily diet. Foods like carrots, green leafy vegetables, gooseberries, oranges, or fig and almonds are packed with this essential vitamin.

Lastly, avoid a lot of meat, spicy and preservative-laden foods. They lead to the buildup of toxins, that the body finds extremely difficult to flush out. These toxins build up and lead to various diseases including vision related problems. 

Naturally, this can really help your eyes!

 Image source: pathtoayurveda.com  Borrowed from:  Pavitra Sampath

For more information, Andrew Subieta and the clinic staff can be reached at Osteoklinika Pain Management & Rehabilitation 905.660.8810. Also, please check our website www.osteoklinika.com for more information about Bio-Structural Integration™, or our Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter pages.