Trust your health needs to Chattanooga experts

From yoga and stress relief options to vascular surgery and therapy, Chattanooga is home to many qualified professionals that are ready and willing to help.

Find tranquility at Isha Institute

If you're looking to meditate and stretch your mind and body, 2,000 feet above the Sequatchie Valley, enveloped in timeless tranquility, the Isha Institute invites you to step into the stillness of meditation.

Scientific studies clearly demonstrate that yoga and meditation promote health and well-being. To be healthy, achieve harmony, and to perform at the peak of one's potential is the goal of every human being. Yoga is an effective tool to make this possible, and it all begins with you.

The Isha Institute, McMinnville, a nonprofit established in 2006, was created to provide a space for inner exploration leading to the possibility of self-transformation. It is dedicated to promoting the practice of yoga in its classical form, and is unique in that it offers all four paths of yoga under the guidance of Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev.

Vasudev is a yogi and mystic, and an influential voice on socioeconomic development and the connection between leadership and inclusiveness. Over 30 years ago, Vasudev distilled Isha Yoga from the essence of ancient yogic sciences, as a tool to access the subtler dimensions of life. His logical approach to the mechanisms of life does not ascribe to any religion or belief system.

The Isha Institute is open year-round, including weekends and holidays, except for closures during special programs. Nashville and Chattanooga are both within comfortable driving distances from the center. For more information, visit IshaUSA.org or call 931-668-1900.

Enjoy the comforts of home with 5 Star Home Care

Peace of mind also begins at home, where lives are built and memories are made, and which offers a level of comfort unlike any other place else in a person's life. This truth forms the foundation of 5 Star Home Care.

The state-licensed home care provider offers nonmedical personal care, assistance and companionship for clients to help them maintain their independence and be able to stay in their homes. Services offered include meal preparation, errand-running and laundry.

"Home, there's no place quite like it," said Kenny Higdon, president of 5 Star, of the company's slogan. "That's the main reason why people choose us. No place offers comfort more than your own home."

Care levels range from having someone in the home for minor assistance and companionship a few hours a week to 24/7 care with more assistance from caregivers. The business also has caregivers qualified to help clients with Alzheimer's, dementia and Parkinson's disease.

Care plans are tailored to each client's needs, according to Higdon. Continuous care is provided in any situation to maintain quality companionship and build solid relationships between clients and caregivers.

For more information about 5 Star Home Care or to setup a one-on-one consultation, visit 5starhomecare.com or call 423-893-8181.

Get dry eye relief at Complete Eye Care

To protect the eyes of dry-eye sufferers, Complete Eye Care is offering a new breakthrough treatment. If you are experiencing eye dryness, irritation, light sensitivity, vision fluctuations, contact lens intolerance and eye fatigue, you may be a candidate for a new treatment called LipiFlow.

Of the millions of people in the U.S. who suffer from dry eye, a majority have evaporative dry eye, which stems from a deficiency in the oily lipid layer of the eye's tear film. The lipid deficiency is due to blockages in the meibomian glands, located in the eyelids. The lipids serve to protect the water (aqueous) layer of tears so that the tears do not evaporate too quickly.

LipiFlow involves the application of localized heat and pressure in adult patients with meibomian gland dysfunction, also known as evaporative dry eye and lipid-deficient dry eye. The treatments can only be provided by a licensed physician.

Unlike traditional treatments (e.g., warm compresses, wetting drops and ointments) that address dry eye symptoms, LipiFlow treats the root cause: the obstructed meibomian glands.

If left untreated, dry eye can lead to further ocular deterioration and additional problems. The goal of unblocking the glands is to allow them to resume their natural production of lipids required for a healthy tear film.

Complete Eye Care is located at 9453 Dayton Pike, in Soddy-Daisy. For more information about its services, the importance of routine eye exams or to schedule an appointment, call 423-332-8222 or visit completeeyecare.org.

Soddy Daisy Smiles advises parents on children's oral health care

Chattanooga is also home to great oral-care experts.

Just like with adults, children need to practice good oral hygiene and receive proper dental care in order to prevent cavities and ensure good overall health in the long run. However, sometimes parents and caregivers may be at a loss for what to do and where to begin. Drs. Robert and Mandy Shearer at Soddy Daisy Smiles have some insight to get you started.

First, Robert Shearer shared that fluoridated water has a long history of safety and effectiveness in the United States.

"It enjoys broad support from dentists, physicians, and the scientific community," he said. "Everyone from the World Health Organization to the American Medical Association support water fluoridation, and while some local areas are moving towards removing fluoride in the city water, so many of our patients have asked, 'How does this put children at risk and how can we prevent seeing more cavities?'"

The answers are a healthy diet, limiting sugary drinks, getting good oral-health care, and regular dental checkups and cleanings.

"For parents concerned about making sure their child is receiving the right amount of fluoride, we recommend you talk with your dentist about ways to ensure your child has a healthy smile," he added. "For areas without fluoridation, the American Dental Association has come up with a list of guidelines, based on several risk factors."

For more information about Soddy Daisy Smiles and its services, call the office at 423-332-5275 or visit soddydaisysmiles.com.

Stress melts away at Woodhouse Spa

In today's incredibly fast-paced and high stress society, finding rest and relaxation is more important than ever, and the team at Woodhouse Spa in Chattanooga is set to provide just that for clients on a daily basis.

As the quintessential leader in day spa elegance, the spa features state-of-the-art experiences that cater to the needs of each guest, making each and every visit an unforgettable experience.

"Treatments like ours, and massage in general, are growing every year due to stress and people realizing they need this type of care," said owner Calina Burns. "Spas are becoming a necessary part of overall wellness more and more."

Step foot through the large signature wood doors at Woodhouse, and you're immediately lost in the tranquility of aromatic scents and soft music filling the air, making it impossible to do anything but relax. Spa Concierges escort each guest to change into a luxurious robe and Sensi sandals. While waiting for each customized experience, guests can gather their thoughts and enjoy a cup of tea or a glass of wine.

Guests can choose from more than 70 spa treatments and experiences according to their needs, Burns said.

The professionally trained and dedicated staff is eager to take guests to the next level of overall wellness, exceed expectations and, most importantly, give them breaks from the stress of life.

The Woodhouse Day Spa is located at 1110 Market St. and can be reached at423-443-4478. Its hours of operation are Sunday from 1-6 p.m. and Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. For a menu of services or more information, visit chattanooga.woodhousespas.com.

Johnson Audiology helps you choose the right hearing-aid option

The vast of field of audiology can be hard to navigate. Even when working with a licensed audiologist, choosing the appropriate hearing aid to assist with your hearing difficulties can be a challenging undertaking.

Private audiologists have the capability to work with any number of hearing aid manufacturers to best meet their patients' hearing and lifestyle needs. However, the number of available options can be daunting, particularly to a new hearing-aid user. It is crucial to discuss your specific needs and concerns with your audiologist to ensure that the appropriate product is selected.

Most prominent hearing-aid manufacturers distribute at least three levels of technology for any specific style of hearing instrument. Simply, that means a hearing-aid manufacturer makes any given style of hearing aid (custom in-the-ear, receiver in-the-ear and behind-the-ear instruments) with circuitry inside that varies in sophistication. Therefore, hearing aids may look identical from the exterior, but can be vastly different in their capabilities to manipulate sound, reduce background noise, use Bluetooth technology and connect to accessories.

For more information about Johnson Audiology or to schedule a consultation, call 423-710-1432 or visit johnsonaudiology.com.

Banish unsightly veins at The Vein Center at USA

Finally, when you look at your legs, do you see bulging, unsightly veins? You may not like the way they look, but these veins may signal something more serious, such as venous or vein disease.

Recent advancements and improved technology have led to new options for people who are bothered by vein problems or vein or venous disease.

The Vein Center at University Surgical Associates offers to treatments that are safe, effective and minimally invasive. To ensure your comfort, it also offers conscious sedation.

"Venous insufficiency or venous reflux occurs when your legs can't pump enough blood back to your heart, said Dr. Charles Joels, vascular surgeon with The Vein Center at USA. "The veins in your legs have one-way valves, assisting the blood to circulate up the leg against gravity and prevent the blood from flowing back down. When these valves aren't working properly, blood can 'pool' in the legs or collect in the veins. Varicose veins are swollen veins visible on the skin's surface that develop as a result venous insufficiency."

To schedule an appointment at the Vein Center at USA, call 423-267-0466.

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