Element’s Community Events

Element’s Community Events

Earlier this year, we sent out a survey about our business and we received excellent feedback. Many people asked us about our community involvement and our participation in neighborhood events. While we have been quietly involved through donations, non-profit...
Massage Therapy and Robotics: A New Frontier?

Massage Therapy and Robotics: A New Frontier?

In the past decade, advancements in robotics and machine learning have started to change many aspects of human life. From the automated kiosks in grocery stores to proposed self-driving cars, to driverless train systems in some cities– the zeitgeist seems to be...
Communication Is Key: Patient Centered Care

Communication Is Key: Patient Centered Care

We all want to be involved in the critical decision about our own medical care and treatments. As a healthcare provider, I’m well aware that I can not just assume, or surmise my patientโ€™s goals or needs. It is crucial for all health care providers, both...
A Breathing Exercise for Relaxation

A Breathing Exercise for Relaxation

Now that summer is coming to a close, some of us are jumping back into work and school and other activities, so life can get pretty intense. It seems like very thing speeds up and expectations can press down upon us. Here is a quick and easy breathing exercise to calm...
Translating Pain

Translating Pain

Pain: annoying, distracting, uncomfortable, achy, sharp, stabbing, horrible, unbearable. Lots of words describe pain, but it’s not always easy to pinpoint with accuracy. Using a pain scale to determine the level of pain, rather than a string of adjectives that...