for the health of it

For The Health Of It: Walk For Peace

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss the Walk for Peace

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — Tyler spoke with Hima Dalal From Hima Dalal Integrative Health for a first hand account of the Walk For Peace. The monks recently passed through the Midlands on their 2,300 mile journey. The Walk For Peace is group of Buddhist monks walking from Texas to The White House to promote national healing, unity and compassion.  …

For the Health of It: how PT/OT can help seasonable blues

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss how OT/PT can help with mental health issues around Christmas

  Integrated Occupational Therapy for Seasonal Disorder & Holiday Blues At Hima Dalal Integrative Health Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and the “holiday blues” are emotional-mood challenges that many people experience as daylight decreases and seasonal routines change. Symptoms can range from low energy, sadness, and lack of motivation to increased irritability or changes in sleep and appetite. Recognizing that these…

For The Health Of It: Seasonal Depression w/ Jill Smith

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) — Tyler spoke with Jill Smith from “Jill Smith Associate Counseling” about the best ways of dealing with seasonal depression. If You Or A Love One Needs Help Dealing With Seasonal Depression CLICK HERE!   Categories: Digital Exclusives and Features, Educational Tags: for the health of it, jill smith, jill smith and associate counseling, mental health, seasonal…

For the Health of It: Ankle and foot reconstruction PT

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss considerations after ankle and foot procedures

  After foot fracture repair, ankle ligament reconstruction, and tibialis anterior + arch reconstruction, complications may occur because the area is biomechanically complex and healing demands are high. Common Causes of Post-Surgical Complications 1. Incomplete Healing of Tissues ● Tendons, ligaments, and bone heal at different speeds. ● A tendon repair can still be vulnerable months later. ● Too much…

For the Health of It: Workplace stress concerns

Tyler Ryan and Jill Smith discuss the impacts and causes of workplace stress

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – There are few more stressful places than the workplace, and more and more, Gen Z is looking to alter tradional models.  Jill Smith from Jill Smith and Associates chatted with Tyler Ryan about the good and the bad of the shifts. You can connect with Jill HERE.   Categories: Digital Exclusives and Features Tags: for the…

For the Health of It: Head and nerve injuries

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss Occipital Neuralgia

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – Occipital Neuralgia is a chronic pain condition that affects the nerves running from the top of the spinal cord up through the scalp. This condition can be debilitating—but with early intervention and the right care, relief is possible. Causes of Occipital Neuralgia Occipital Neuralgia is often caused by irritation or injury to the occipital nerves. Common…

For the Health of It: Overcoming tennis elbow

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss the causes and treatments for tennis elbow

  COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – Hima Dalal believes elbow pain from conditions like tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) and golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis) requires more than standard treatment. At Hima Dalal Integrative Health, they utilize a holistic approach that combines traditional occupational therapy with complementary techniques to address the root cause of the injury and promote overall wellness. Understanding Tennis Elbow…

For the Health of It: Mouth health

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss mouth complications and treatments

  Oral and facial dysfunctions are often interconnected with full-body systems — from muscular imbalances to trauma, dental procedures, Neurological issues,Arthritis and cancer recovery. At Hima Dalal Integrative Health, we use a holistic and trauma-informed approach to support healing at the root cause. Common Issues Addressed ● TMJ Dysfunction — pain, popping, restricted movement ● Muscle Imbalances — weakness or…

For the Health of It: Birthing issues and early intervention

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss how OT/PT can help with birthing issues

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – What Are Birthing Injuries? Birthing injuries refer to physical trauma sustained by a newborn during labor and delivery. These injuries can include: ● Nerve damage (e.g., brachial plexus injuries like Erb’s palsy) ● Fractures (commonly clavicle) ● Muscle tone abnormalities ● Torticollis ● Cranial molding or cephalohematomas ● Feeding and sensory challenges Some symptoms appear immediately,…

For The Health of It: Understanding MAST

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss Cell activation syndrome

COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – Mast Cell Activation Syndrome & Integrative OT by Hima Dalal,Integrative OT,Energy Medicine Specialist ,FM Specialist What Is MCAS? MCAS is an immunological condition where mast cells release inflammatory mediators (e.g., histamine, leukotrienes, prostaglandins) inappropriately, causing a wide array of symptoms across multiple systems—skin (hives, flushing), GI (bloating, reflux), neuro (brain fog, anxiety), respiratory, cardiovascular, and more…