For Americans, March marks the one-year anniversary of the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. But it also marks the return of spring, and in many places, the re-opening of gyms and fitness centers. While people are eager to jump back into their fitness routines, there are some critical factors to consider before doing so. […]
Mental Health Advice: Don’t Give Up!
By Cara Wheeler, PsyD As I have said before, I coach myself daily, and recently the phrase that I have been repeating to myself is, “Don’t Give Up.” I say this because, truthfully, part of me is so spent and tired that I want to throw my hands up and walk away from responsibility. I […]
Clinical Research Center Participates in Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine Trial
The Corvallis Clinic’s Clinical Research Center proudly participated in the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine trial. We are thankful to our 80+ clinical trial volunteers for making this study possible. As part of the study, we will continue to monitor participants over the next two years via digital surveys and clinic visits. All volunteers […]
Should You Get the COVID-19 Vaccine?
By The Corvallis Clinic FDA authorized vaccines for COVID-19 are making their way to communities around the country. The purpose of the vaccines is to help protect people who come into contact with the virus (SARS-CoV-2) from contracting the disease (COVID-19). The more people who get the vaccine, the sooner our hospitals, families, businesses, schools, […]
Causes and Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis and Related Pain
You might have heard that plantar fasciitis is also known as heel spur syndrome. A name like that might make you think that your moderate to debilitating pain is caused by growths of bone on the bottom of your heel bone and that there’s nothing you can do about it, short of surgically removing […]
