Functional Medicine addresses symptoms by treating the system that is causing them. It looks at symptoms and asks, “What is the body telling us?” Why Functional Medicine? We generally see patients in four categories: Wellness – maintaining good health to avoid or minimize future health issues, and catching potential health issues early Post-Crisis – after […]

Many of the clients I work with have been treated with functional medicine in the past. It should be no surprise that one question I get is about how herbalism is different. Some people think that because herbalism and functional medicine both use natural substances that they are essentially the same. Although functional medicine providers […]

When I first started my practice, I was motivated by the idea that I was going to help people make earlier and smarter decisions about their health. It was my valiant attempt to simplify and improve their healthcare experience. We actually ended up adding another dimension to their already busy and expensive lives. Don’t get […]

When I first started my practice, I was motivated by the idea that I was going to help people make earlier and smarter decisions about their health. It was my valiant attempt to simplify and improve their healthcare experience. We actually ended up adding another dimension to their already busy and expensive lives. Don’t get […]

A friend of mine sent me this picture he took 1 hour before Costco opened this morning following President Trump’s recent announcement of suspending travel to Europe. To put this in perspective, Idaho (where this was taken) has yet to have a confirmed case of Coronavirus. It is amazing to see the reactions we exhibit […]

Depending on your experiences and your point of reference, physical therapy may either sound like a miracle or a solution that’s simply too good to be true. The truth, however, is that it’s neither of those things. Physical therapy improves your life in certain measurable ways–no miracles necessary. Benefits of Physical Therapy Physical therapy is […]

Happy Veterans Day from the staff at Evergreen Health Clinics! Thank you for your service! We would like to offer a free chiropractic treatment for our veterans.  You DO NOT currently have to be a patient in our office – just call us at 208-895-8595 and we will get you on our schedule. Chelsy will quickly go […]

Most people don’t understand how different herbalism is from conventional medicine. When you wonder which herbs might benefit your health, you’re probably thinking of addressing a symptom with an herb instead of a medication. This approach can be effective but often it’s not. Herbs are generally best used to stimulate the body to rebalance and/or […]

You may have noticed some recent changes to the clinic. We’re excited about what’s happening and want to share more details with you. First, our office promotes chiropractic care delivered in its purest form to improve both joint and nerve function. When needed, we supplement that care with herbal therapy for persisting health issues and […]

Nearly everyone knows about chiropractic for when back pain. According to a poll conducted in 2015 by Gallup, 57% of Americans are likely to visit a chiropractor for neck or back pain, but only 1 in 7 had actually seen a chiropractor in the last year. We know that regular chiropractic improves health. Although studies […]

Our care starts with an evaluation.  This can include structural assessments as well as functional.  We utilize computerized outcome measurement tools to confirm results. In the cases that collaboration is required with an outside provider, this referral will be made. Therapy/Treatment Therapy can include: Cranial/Sacral Specific Myofascial Release Mild Chiropractic Alignment Physical Therapy Care is […]

If you’ve got aches and pains, good news is on the way: There are two types of experts ready to help. Physical therapists and chiropractors are both known for treating body trouble, from a sore neck to injuries from serious accidents—but to decide which one is right for you, it’s important to understand who these […]

Whether you’ve already decided physical therapy is the best path for you or you’re still weighing your options, one thing’s for sure: it helps to know exactly what to expect. To help make you as comfortable as possible the first time you walk through those doors—and every time thereafter—we’ve put together this guide for what […]

If you’ve received a diagnosis of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME), Conventional Medicine has run out of answers for you. CFS/ME is a term that doctors assign to you when they’ve ruled out possible known causes for your condition and have nothing else to investigate. It’s a diagnosis reached by excluding other causes. […]