It’s no secret that recognizing and expressing our appreciation to the universe or even just those around us is good for the mind, the body and the soul. Sometimes it’s easy to get caught up in life’s big game of comparison. They say the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence. […]

Hello SPT Friends! Welcome to our first SPT Newsletter. I’m excited to share a quick recap of everything happening at SPT plus some tips to help you stay on top of your game. It’s beginning to feel like Fall here in the New Orleans area! Fall sports, such as volleyball, football, swimming, and cross country, […]

Think back to being a child and spending time with your grandparents. Gray hair, knitting needles, sensible footwear, housecoats, shawls, comfortable chairs … they were all the rage for the simpler, slower-paced lifestyle that was senior citizenship. The thinking was different. As one of many myths perpetuated in the past, it was once believed that […]

We are excited to announce the newest addition to our health and wellness menu here at the clinic. Assisted stretching services are now available at Southshore by our personal trainer, Sarah Stack. Certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a stretching and flexibility coach, Sarah looks forward to helping her clients establish a […]

Another school year is upon us, and that means it’s time for a fresh start. New notebooks, new shoes, new schedules and, best of all, new mindsets … they’re all part of the receipe for success. Just as a student needs to prepare for the academic rigors of the coming year, so must an athlete […]

A specific word, a person’s name, the location of your keys, phone or wallet … we have many things to remember on a day-to-day basis. With the overscheduled nature of the average person, it’s normal to experience a little forgetfulness from time to time. As we age, there are several medical disorders that can affect […]

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. No longer a taboo topic of conversation, our mental health is as important to our overall wellbeing as eating our leafy greens and getting our daily exercise. But did you know that these two areas are actually linked? Studies have shown that physical health and mental health are interrelated. […]

April 2022 is Earth Month … a special time set aside to recognize our planet and the countless valuable resources and beautiful scenery it gives us every day. From the magnificently majestic mountains to the supremely spectacular seas, the planet is our responsibility. We inherited it from our grandparents, and we will maintain it for […]

Recognized on the first Wednesday of April, today is National Walking Day. As one of the easiest ways to stay on top of your health, the simple act of walking can improve your well-being both inside and out. It can also add years to your life … and life to your years. Take a walk […]

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Always one to stay on top of the trends, I commemorated the big occasion with my first colonoscopy experience! They say it’s a necessary evil, and I’m not here to tell you any differently. Unfortunately, for those with a genetic predisposition or of a certain age, it’s just […]