Have you ever had a pain in the neck? No, we’re not talking about your neighbor’s cat always infringing upon your yard and stalking your bird feeder. We’re asking about any actual physical pains in your neck. It may be a little jarring here or a little sharp annoyance there....
How you found out about Optima Health and Vitality Center (Optima) is not the most important matter at hand. We are just happy that you found us so we can be at your service on your health and wellness journey! The first thing you did was call the Optima office...
Welcome to Optima Health’s very own blog!! Brought to you by the doctors of Optima where our goal is to share health and wellness with you in all walks of life. We will be discussing hot topics regarding any buzz out there on supplements, fitness, nutritional tips, health hacks, and...
Optima Health would like to welcome our new nurse practitioner, Debra Tidquist! Deb Tidquist grew up in Trempealeau County, WI area. She attended Gale Ettrick Trempealeau High School. She became a CNA at the age of 17 and started working at Grand View Care Center in Blair, WI. After graduation...
It’s hard to believe it, but it’s that time of year again, the holidays! The month of December can be very stressful for many. Figuring out plans to get together with family and friends, meal planning and extra cooking, packed grocery stores, more traffic, money always on the mind. Stress...
‘Tis the season for colds and flu! And the controversial question, “Should I get the flu shot, or not?” While we can’t tell you whether you should or shouldn’t get the flu shot, we can help guide you with some alternative ways to boost your immune system to help prevent...
“It is the choice of foods by each individual person, today, that will determine to a large extent of their physical condition tomorrow.” –Dr. Royal LeeDo you suffer from frequent stomach cramps, constipation, bloating, or diarrhea? Are you constantly chewing on Tums or other antacids?It may be from what you’re...
When it comes to your health, your mind and body must balance to create an ideal environment for optimal wellness. However, balancing these elements of your life can be a difficult task. Functional medicine uses a biology-based approach to find the root causes of diseases by linking the mind and...
