Health+Wellness

Simply put…I was in pain. Chronic Neck Pain that radiated up both sides of neck down into my shoulders and lived primarily in the large bone at the base of my neck.I had tried everything: chiropractics, reflexology, yoga, massage, muscle relaxers, opiates, inversion therapy and detox treatments. Nothing relieved my pain long-term. I would get small […]

According to Andy Williams, the legendary singer of “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year”, this is the “hap-happiest season of all”.  While I will certainly not disagree, Mr. Williams did fail to mention that this is also the dreaded cold and flu season. There are many things we can do to avoid coming […]

When I saw this video on the news & video page on the ORTHOCAROLINA website, I knew I had to share it with you scoop readers.  Next time you are struggling to make it thru that last push-up, burpee, mile, song… think of this local female super-athlete and ultra-thoner for a little inspiration. The video […]

Dr. Alison Warren of OrthoCarolina was in her final semester of  pre-med bachelor’s degree when she was introduced to Traditional Chinese Medicine. A self-confessed nerd, she would watch surgeries in her free time. At Post-Op appointments she observed the surgery patients say they were STILL experiencing pain. There has to be something else we can do, she […]

I’m probably a little biased, but I think that women are amazing.  We juggle school, family, work, friends, volunteer service, and so much more. It’s probably safe to say that we run the world. Since ruling the world is kind of a big job, it’s often difficult to find the time to take care of […]

Let’s face it: working out is a chore. Necessary? Yes. Exhilarating and enjoyable? Not always the case. If you’re looking for a way to mix up your workout routine and turn it upside down, literally though, you’re in luck. The newest fitness sensation has arrived in Charlotte and it’s just as fun as it looks. […]

Oh yes, they’ve done it now.  Liz & Clary have pretty much eliminated every excuse you have for not embracing the HILLIARD STUDIO METHOD workout routine.  Too busy, nope.  Not in town, nope.  Too pricey, nope.  Too intimidating, nope.  Too many gorgeous women in amazing shape?  Well, yes. But in this case, only you and […]

This is a complex and emotional topic. Every woman I know walks the path of motherhood in some fashion. We are preventing pregnancy, planning for pregnancy and praying that when we are ready, our body will cooperate. The American Society For Reproductive Medicine states that “11% of women in the US  (about 6.7 million)” struggle […]

EDITORS NOTE: Help on dealing with infertility from our guest blogger Deryle Hunter, a licensed therapist whose practice focuses on adults with anxiety, depression, loss, family conflict, life transitions and infertility. An area of particular interest and advanced training for Deryle is couples therapy. Since scoop is all about achieving the best in local lifestyle, […]

Yes, the ultimate way to unwind may be luxuriating at the spa (the perfect excuse for a girls’ getaway), but you can also help relax your body and mind with daily stretching. In my conversation with Todd Shropshire, physical therapist with ORTHOCAROLINA, I found out stretching can go a long way towards helping us feel […]

It’s no myth, pregnant women do have a radiant glow. That glow is caused by increased levels of hormones, extra blood circulating through their body and maybe a dash of pure joy.  However, pregnancy can also wreak havoc on a woman’s complexion. One such bothersome condition is melasma (pronounced mu-LAZ-muh).  A blotchy darkening of the […]

Choosing a pediatrician is a top concern for new parents. After the baby arrives, life becomes hectic in the most beautiful way. Establishing a relationship with a pediatric practice prior to this life changing event is key. Scoopcharlotte interviewed Dr. Anna Schmelzer at Carolinas HealthCare System’s Charlotte Pediatric Clinic to find out what to expect from pediatric care. I found […]