Sarah Small
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I’m absolutely in love with embracing a healthy lifestyle and growing into a better version of myself every single day!
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How Science Helped Me Redeem My Life
I’ll never forget the day I was told my joints were slowly deteriorating. I was in my thirties, healthy, active, and always on the go. I loved hiking, running, and spending time outdoors. But when I started noticing more aches and pains than usual, I brushed it off as just part of aging. After all, I was still young, right?
By Sarah Small10 months ago in Longevity
How I Finally Reclaimed My Active Life After Years of Pain
For years, I was trapped in a cycle of pain and frustration that I couldn’t escape. I was once an avid runner, someone who thrived on staying active, but over time, an old sports injury slowly chipped away at my passion. It started off as a minor annoyance, but before I knew it, my every step felt like a reminder of how much I had lost. I could barely walk without discomfort, and simple daily tasks became challenges. Running, something that had once brought me so much joy, was now just a painful memory.
By Sarah Small11 months ago in Longevity
Breaking Boundaries in Healthcare
As a doctor, I’ve seen it all—patients in pain, desperate for relief, often feeling like they’ve tried everything. I’ve heard the frustration in their voices and watched them lose hope. But one particular group of patients, struggling with chronic musculoskeletal pain, stuck with me. They were coming in for help, but nothing seemed to provide lasting relief.
By Sarah Small11 months ago in Longevity
How One Small Shift Led to Big Changes
A year ago, I found myself in a constant battle—one that I didn’t seem to be winning. It wasn’t just about the weight; it was about everything. I felt stuck, unmotivated, and disconnected from the person I once was. I had tried every diet under the sun—low-carb, high-protein, juice cleanses, you name it. They all promised rapid results, but they never lasted. After a brief period of success, I’d fall back into my old habits, frustrated and feeling like I was right back at square one. I was tired of the constant yo-yo, tired of feeling drained and defeated.
By Sarah Small11 months ago in Longevity
The Pain-Free Life I Never Thought Was Possible
For years, I thought pain was something I would have to live with. Every day, I woke up to a world where my feet felt like they were constantly on fire, and the sharp, electric-like pains in my legs were almost unbearable. I had always been active—walking, hiking, even running—but after being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, everything changed. The neuropathy slowly crept into my life, and with it, the constant, nagging pain.
By Sarah Small11 months ago in Longevity
How Chiropractic Helped Me Break Free from Headaches
I used to think headaches were just something I had to deal with. They seemed like a normal part of my everyday routine—something to power through. I’d wake up with a dull ache behind my eyes, carry it through the day, and try to ignore it. If it got too bad, I’d take some over-the-counter medication and continue on with my tasks. I assumed stress was the culprit, and it made sense. Life was busy—work, family, social commitments—it was a lot to juggle, and stress felt like the obvious answer. But as the headaches continued, I began to realize that maybe there was something else going on.
By Sarah Small11 months ago in Longevity
My Journey Beyond the False Promises
It was the kind of injury that stops you in your tracks. One moment, I was out on the field, pushing myself harder than I ever had before, and the next, I was crumpled on the ground, my knee twisted in an unnatural angle. The sharp pain shot through me like a bolt of lightning, and I knew right then—this was no ordinary injury. This was going to take time.
By Sarah Small11 months ago in Longevity
From Pain to Freedom
It was a bright Monday morning in Chicago when I first felt it—the unmistakable, sharp pain shooting down from my lower back, radiating to my leg. I had been brushing it off for weeks, attributing it to the usual wear and tear from my weekend workouts. But when the pain started to intensify and I noticed a numbness creeping into my foot, I knew something was wrong. A visit to the doctor confirmed my worst fear: sciatica.
By Sarah Small11 months ago in Longevity
Limping No More
A few years ago, I was working at a small, charming farm nestled in the heart of the countryside when I first met Juno. She was a stunning bay mare—her coat shimmering like polished chestnut in the sun—and she had a heart of pure gold. There was something magnetic about her, the way she moved with such grace and strength, and the way she held herself with quiet confidence. She was one of those horses that commanded your attention, whether you wanted it or not. But behind those captivating eyes, there was a story of struggle and resilience, a story that I was only beginning to learn.
By Sarah Small11 months ago in Petlife
A Golfer’s Journey
I remember the day my back first started aching. It was after a long afternoon on the golf course. My swing felt amazing, each drive slicing through the air with that crisp, satisfying “thwack.” But later that night, I couldn’t stand up straight. The pain was sharp, like a tiny knife twisting in my spine. A part of me felt betrayed by my own body. I thought it would go away on its own if I just slept it off. It didn’t.
By Sarah Small12 months ago in Longevity
