Spine and Sports Medicine Expert by Your Side

Danh NgoUncategorized

Hi everyone!  I would like to introduce myself.  I am Dr Danh Ngo and I help people find an alternative to pain killers, medications, procedures, and to avoid surgery.  Besides the medical title (label), I am more proud of being a father of two children.  I love being a father and I decided to venture into this small business arena … Read More

Essential Oil 101: Marjoram

Danh NgoEssential Oil, Healthy Living Division, Uncategorized

As I research essential oils that are good for pain relief, Marjoram oil kept showing up.  If you google Marjoram, there is this idea that Marjoram and Oregano are the same.  This is confusing as to why they are labeled as two different herbs but are the same?  Sally Bernstein blog article titled “Oregano….Or Is It Marjoram” clarified this confusion … Read More

To Sprain Or Not Sprain (an Ankle)?

Danh NgoAnkle Pain, Uncategorized

An ankle sprain is one of the most undermanaged injuries that can potentially result in other aches and pains down the road.  There are multiple theories on the importance of ankle sprain care, which includes the potential loss of coordination, early arthritis, compensation, and changes in joint mechanics.  The reasons may seem complicated with multi-syllabic words, but the treatment is too simple … Read More

Heel Thy Pain (for Plantar Fasciitis and Achilles Tendonitis)

Danh NgoAnkle Pain

Do you dread walking in the morning because of heel pain (especially in the first few steps)?  Is your heel pain slowing you down?  You are most likely dealing with a condition called plantar fasciitis, which affects up to 2 million Americans each year.  This is staggering but I believe will rise due to social norms and habits.  Fortunately, this … Read More