Medicine & Medical Care   

Plantar faciitis is a common cause of heel and foot pain in adults. The classic symptoms include heel pain that is usually most severe first thing in the morning. This condition is characterized by inflammation at the insertion point of the plantar fascia on the heel bone. Come learn more about symptoms and solutions for pain with Dr. Pedro Orta.

Low back pain affects millions each year and can interfere with daily life. This class explores common causes, prevention strategies, and a wide range of treatment options- from self-care and physical therapy to medications, injections, and surgical approaches. Participants will gain practical knowledge to make informed decisions, reduce discomfort, and improve quality of life through evidence-based information and supportive guidance.

Insomnia is a common and often chronic complaint in clinical settings. The National Sleep Foundation estimates that 69 million Americans report chronic insomnia and 150 million report occasional insomnia in any given year. Many resort to drugs that are often habit forming and have detrimental side effects, but this is not necessary. There are many natural therapies that can relieve insomnia and/or correct the underlying cause so that you can get a good night's rest again. Come listen to Dr. Pedro A. Orta ,a holistic Chiropractic Physician, lecture on this most important topic.

This interactive talk wit expert doctors will focus on common pickleball and golf injuries, how to recognize early warning signs, and practical tips to stay active while protecting your joints and muscles.

Dr. Pulido, a hip and knee replacement specialist, will cover common pickleball injuries, prevention tips, and treatment options to help you stay active.

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men, yet many are unaware of the risks, warning signs, and advances in treatment. In this informative program, participants will learn the basics of prostate health, how prostate cancer develops, and the importance of early detection through screening. The instructor will review current diagnostic tools, treatment choices—from active surveillance to surgery, radiation, and newer therapies—and the factors that guide decision-making. This session will also address side effects, lifestyle considerations, and emerging research. Whether you are seeking knowledge for yourself, a loved one, or simply want to stay informed, this class provides essential information in an accessible, supportive setting.

In this course, the participants will learn about pharmacogenetic testing and see if this is something that may benefit them.

Knee pain can keep you from enjoying some of your favorite activities: playing with grandkids, taking walks, or golfing. If you have arthritis, cartilage damage, "bone-on-bone" pain, tendinitis, bursitis, or hear crunching and popping sounds, a new treatment may help eliminate your knee pain and restore normal function. Come hear Dr. Orta, D.C., speak on this technology.

Do you have arthritis, osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis?  Come join us for joint specific related exercises done in the warm water of the Ranch indoor pool.  The exercises are approved by the Arthritis Foundation for an aquatic workout and each participant will receive a handout of the 65+ exercises practiced during the class.  Learn how to move those painful joints through their full range of motion with the aid of the water.  No swimming skill required as this is a shallow water class.

NOTE:  Students need to bring a bathing suit, change of clothes and towel for the class.

 

If you have any of the following conditions: sharp pains in the back of the leg, lower back pain, herniated/bulging discs, numbness in your arms or legs, shooting hip or thigh pain, muscle spasms, sprains and strains, you may have "Sciatica."

Sciatica is a compression of the sciatic nerve, usually by L4 or L5 disc herniations. Sciatica can be a very painful problem, even crippling at times. Spinal decompression has a high success rate with helping disc herniations, sciatica and back pain. This could mean that in a few weeks you could be back on the golf course, traveling or doing whatever it is that you have not been able to enjoy. Come hear Dr. Pedro A. Orta, D.C., discuss this technology.

Neck and back pain can negatively affect every aspect of life- including sleep and, in turn, the quality of our relationships. Dr. Orta discusses the primary causes of pain and shares a range of natural, non-invasive solutions to help you live pain-free.

Is reading a chore? Does the floor appear tilted? Are store aisles overwhelming? Are you clumsy? These are symptoms of vision problems that can arise even from mild brain injury or ministrokes.
Come and learn how and what neuro-optometric rehabilitation can do for the visual consequences of stroke and traumatic brain injury.

Learn about the aging foot and what you can do to help. Review common feet issues with aging and what a podiatrist can do to help. Problems include diabetes, arthritis, bunions, hammertoes, fungus, ulcers, etc.

Do you suffer from Arthritis? Arthritis is a degenerative joint disease that causes swelling and pain that can range from mild to excruciating. Although more than two hundred diseases are classified under the name "arthritis" most arthritic conditions fall into one of two categories: osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

The pain and inflammation occur when the cartilage that protects the bones from rubbing against each other wears down. Some of the symptoms are morning stiffness, painful, swollen joints fatigue, weakness and so many more. Come hear Dr Pedro Orta, D.C. discuss these diseases. Learn the root causes and natural treatments so you can start feeling better.

More than 20 million Americans suffer from peripheral neuropathy, a problem caused by damage to the nerves that supply your arms and legs. This painful condition interferes with your body's ability to transmit messages to your muscles, skin, joints, or internal organs. If left ignored or mistreated, neuropathy can lead to irreversible health conditions.

If you are over the age of 30 and have rotator cuff problems, frozen shoulder or arthritis, there could be hope. Low level laser therapy, or cold laser, has helped patients increase shoulder strength, improve motion and eliminate shoulder pain. Cold laser therapy has been tested for 40 years, and has been shown to aid in damaged tissue regeneration, decrease inflammation, relieve pain and boost the immune system. Dr. Pedro A. Orta, D.C., will discuss this technology and how it may help you.

Do you take thyroid hormones, yet still suffer from fatigue, weight gain, hair loss, depression, or other hypothyroid symptoms? Are your symptoms steadily worsening while your blood tests stay the same? Do your symptoms go untreated because your lab tests are normal? Come hear Dr Pedro A Orta, D.C. share on this disease and how to help you understand what your body is going through and how to help to feel better.