INSIGHT

As a collection of spirited life-long learners, dedicated to our passion to help people get to their very best self, we want to share that knowledge with you. Here, you can find some insights we've learned along the way that we feel you might find helpful along your journey to health and wellness. Always learning, always sharing.

 


Michele Renee Michele Renee

What Makes Care at Stockheart Gentle - And Effective

At Stockheart Whole Health in Minneapolis, we understand what it’s like to live in a body that feels stuck in overdrive. That sense of being wired and tired at the same time isn’t “just stress”—it’s your nervous system sounding the alarm.

The good news? You can heal. Gently. Effectively. From the inside out.

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Dr. Stephen Thompson Dr. Stephen Thompson

What Sets Integrative Chiropractic Apart

Traditional chiropractic care often focuses on one thing: the adjustment. And while there’s real value in restoring alignment, many patients find that it only provides short-term relief, or doesn’t fully address what’s happening in their bodies.

We take a different approach.

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Brenna Erickson Brenna Erickson

KT Taping for Jaw and Neck Pain: A Gentle Tool with Profound Impact

Discover how KT Taping can gently relieve jaw and neck pain by reducing muscle tension, improving joint mobility, and supporting nervous system balance. At Stockheart Whole Health in Minneapolis, we offer trauma-informed, holistic care designed for sensitive bodies. Learn how this non-invasive technique complements chiropractic and acupuncture for lasting relief.

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Autoimmune Disease and the Nervous System: How Holistic Care in Minneapolis Can Help

Autoimmune conditions can be frustrating, mysterious, and life-altering. If you’re navigating symptoms like fatigue, inflammation, brain fog, or flares that seem to come out of nowhere, you’re not alone—and you’re not imagining it. Many people with autoimmune issues feel dismissed, misdiagnosed, or left in the dark for years before receiving adequate care.

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Neck Pain & Posture: How Holistic Care in Minneapolis Can Help

If you’re living with chronic neck pain or struggling to maintain good posture, you’re not alone. For many people, these symptoms aren’t just a matter of sitting straighter or stretching more—they’re signals from a nervous system stuck in survival mode. Here in Minneapolis, holistic care can offer a more complete way to understand and address what’s really going on beneath the surface.

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Natural Migraine Tools for Travel, Workdays & Sensory Stress in Minneapolis | Stockheart Whole Health

If you’re someone who feels easily overwhelmed by bright lights, loud noises, or busy places — and you notice these experiences often bring on headaches or migraines — I want you to know: you’re not alone, and you’re not imagining it. For many highly sensitive people, sensory overload isn’t just uncomfortable, it can be a genuine trigger that intensifies pain and exhaustion.

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Dr. Stephen Thompson Dr. Stephen Thompson

What Chronic Pain Really Means (And Why You’re Not Broken)

Your brain and nerves are responsible for sending messages to and from every part of your body. When you get injured, that system ramps up your pain response to protect the area so it can heal.

But sometimes, that system doesn’t switch off.

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Brenna Erickson Brenna Erickson

Sensory Overload and Headaches: How Holistic Care in Minneapolis Can Support You

If you’re someone who feels easily overwhelmed by bright lights, loud noises, or busy places — and you notice these experiences often bring on headaches or migraines — I want you to know: you’re not alone, and you’re not imagining it. For many highly sensitive people, sensory overload isn’t just uncomfortable, it can be a genuine trigger that intensifies pain and exhaustion.

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Brenna Erickson Brenna Erickson

Understanding Migraines

Learn what migraines are, how to recognize symptoms, and how Stockheart Whole Health in Minneapolis offers holistic care to support lasting relief.

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Michele Renee Michele Renee

Living Forward: A Stockheart Reflection on Long COVID

At Stockheart Whole Health, we believe healing is not about going back—it's about moving forward. For those living with Long COVID, this path can be unpredictable, lonely, and often misunderstood. But we see you. We honor your experience. And we walk beside you.

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Michele Renee Michele Renee

The Top 5 Mistakes People Make After a Car Accident (And How to Avoid Them)

As a licensed acupuncturist, massage therapist, and chiropractor with over a decade of experience in personal injury care and billing, I've helped hundreds of people find relief—and avoid unnecessary stress—after a car accident.

But in those first few days? Most people make the same mistakes.

Let’s break them down so you can heal smarter, not harder.

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Why Your Headaches Keep Coming Back—And What to Do About it

If you’re stuck in a cycle of headaches that won’t quit, you’re not alone. Many people treat the pain with medication, only to have it return days later. Why? Because headaches are often a symptom of an underlying imbalance rather than just an isolated event.

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In the Press

The strength of integrative healthcare is the application of multiple complementary paradigms to solve challenges within the healthcare system, improve patient outcomes, and enhance wellbeing. One such paradigm is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), including acupuncture, the most popularized of its five pillars in the US.

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Gentle and Effective Care for Car Accident Injuries

We know that car accidents can disrupt your life in countless ways. That’s why we are committed to designing an individualized plan just for you, so that you can get back to doing what is most important to you as quickly as possible. What sets us apart? Gentle chiropractic, multidisciplinary care, and an incredible healing sanctuary to help your nervous system heal too.

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Michele Renee Michele Renee

Spring Green Detox Smoothie

With a vibrant hue that reflects the blossoms of the season, this refreshing beverage serves as a perfect companion for those looking to energize their day and promote overall well-being. Enjoy it as a nourishing morning starter or a revitalizing afternoon snack.

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Healing Beyond the Surface

At Stockheart Whole Health, we take a gentle, whole-body approach to scar release, helping your tissue regain its natural movement and restoring ease to your body. Whether your scar is decades old or newly healed, this specialized soft tissue technique can offer profound relief.

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Embrace Hygge with Golden Milk

One of my favorite warming winter treats is golden milk! A rich, creamy, soothing drink that cheers me up with its sunny yellow hue. Whether you’re fighting off winter blues, looking for a cozy way to stay warm, or embracing the Hygge spirit, golden milk is the perfect companion. Read on to discover the health benefits behind this glowing elixir and how it supports your well-being from the inside out.

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Step Into Wellness: How Foot Health Impacts Posture, Pain, and Overall Functionality

Winter is a time we take our feet for granted. No one sees them; there might be unpainted toes, dry skin, cracked heels, and they spend most of their time stuffed into thick, wooly socks.

But our feet are also the part of us that spends the most time connected to the earth and is the base upon which our bodies spring. Your feet are crucial for good posture, balance, and can impact joint pain higher up in our bodies, including knee, hip or even shoulder pain! 

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