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Hima Dalal For The Health Of It: Holiday Blues
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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
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  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: Ankle Reconstruction Surgery
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For the Health of It: Ankle and foot reconstruction PT

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss considerations after ankle and foot procedures
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  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: Head Injuries Hima Dalal
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For the Health of It: Head and nerve injuries

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss Occipital Neuralgia
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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: Tennis Elbow
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For the Health of It: Overcoming tennis elbow

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss the causes and treatments for tennis elbow
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  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: Cording Stiffness
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For the Health of It: Cording Web Syndrome Treatments

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss shoulder issues that can arise from breast cancer surgery
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  Cording / Axillary Web Syndrome -Breast Cancer & Integrative Rehab ● Definition: Cording, also known as Axillary Web Syndrome (AWS), is a complication that can occur after breast cancer surgery, especially when lymph nodes in the underarm (axilla) are removed. ● Cause: Removing or damaging lymph vessels and connective tissues during surgery causes these structures to form cord‑like bands…

For The Health Of It: Mouth Health
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For the Health of It: Mouth health

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss mouth complications and treatments
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  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 Concerns
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For the Health of It: Birthing issues and early intervention

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss how OT/PT can help with birthing issues
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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: Hima
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For The Health of It: Understanding MAST

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss Cell activation syndrome
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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…

For The Health Of It: I.t. Band Stiffness
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For the Health of It: IT band pain ad treatments

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss IT Band pain and options for relief
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    IT Band Pain & Integrative Rehab with Hima Dalal | Integrative Occupational Therapist �� What Is IT Band Pain? The Iliotibial (IT) Band is a thick band of fascia that runs from the hip to the shin along the outer thigh. When overused or strained, it can lead to IT Band Syndrome—a condition marked by pain, stiffness, and…

Sensory Processing Disorder Information
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For the Health of It: Understanding sensory processing disorder

Tyler Ryan and Hima Dalal discuss a very common affliction - sensory processing disorder
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COLUMBIA SC (WOLO) – "SPD" stands for Sensory Processing Disorder, and Integrative OT refers to a type of Occupational Therapy that uses a holistic, often multi-disciplinary approach to help individuals with sensory processing difficulties. Here's a breakdown: �� What is SPD (Sensory Processing Disorder)? SPD is a condition where the brain has trouble receiving and responding to information that comes…