People dealing with physical pain understand how much of a detriment their condition can be to their careers, personal lives, and relationships. As a matter of fact, this chronic pain inhibits them from doing things that would allow them to live the life they want. For this reason, Dr. Grant Schoen and Dr. Diane Tran took it upon themselves to create an avenue that would amplify the importance of living an active and fulfilling lifestyle without physical limitations. Today, these two luminaries stand as the esteemed founders of Rogue Spine Center, an establishment dedicated to providing relief through advanced chiropractic care. 

At the heart of Rogue Spine Center’s vision is the recognition that physical pain is one of the main reasons why some people are not able to live a fruitful and peaceful life. With its unwavering commitment to helping its patients and catering to their needs, it stands as a reliable source of pain relief. The Portland-based chiropractic center helps in addressing physical conditions like neck and back pain, headaches, symptoms of stress, carpal tunnel pain, allergies, digestive issues, high blood pressure, and the effects of pediatric scoliosis. It also ensures that women are taken care of prior to pregnancy, during birth, and recovery, depending on whether they are in their preconception, pregnancy, or postpartum phases. 

Since its inception, Rogue Spine Center has established itself as a beacon of excellence and trustworthiness. With advanced degrees, post-doctoral certifications in Chiropractic BioPhysics® (CBP), and a wealth of chiropractic treatment experience, Dr. Grant Schoen and Dr. Diane Tran bring their passion for healthy living and non-invasive healing to the vibrant Portland community through their evidence-based practice at Rogue Chiropractic. Patients who avail of their services can attest to the significant improvements they have experienced, ranging from their posture to libido, productivity, sleep, moods, relationships, and overall wellness. 

As someone who has always been passionate about his career, Dr. Grant Schoen shared that his interest in chiropractic blossomed after losing his grandparents at a young age. At that time, he could not stop wondering if there could have been an alternative to surgery and drug therapy that would have prolonged their lives. It did not take long for him to realize that the standards of medical care are not in sync with the act of identifying the root causes of the illness. Thereafter, he was able to witness the power of encouraging preventive care and healthy lifestyle choices. 

Dr. Diane Tran finished her degree in Public Health Science from the University of California, Irvine. Aside from graduating cum laude, she was also awarded clinical honors with her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life Chiropractic College West. During her time as a chiropractic assistant and office manager for Wellness Choice Center in Newport, she saw impressive transformations among patients and instantly fell in love with the ability of chiropractic care to provide healing and restoration. 

Widely acknowledged as a trailblazing institute, Rogue Spine Center has revolutionized the industry with its non-invasive treatment and personalized care. In the coming years, it intends to continue upholding its reputable standing of developing innovative solutions that promote a healthier and more active lifestyle.

The topic of grief can often be a taboo subject. It is such a heavy emotion that most of us do not know how to process it, let alone navigate the entire journey that comes along with it. It is an emotion that strikes us in the toughest of times, sometimes incapacitating us and removing us from the mundanity of life itself. Grief can quickly spiral down into an escape, but on the flip side, when it can be navigated holistically and properly, it can be a transformative experience. Rae Karim is an expert on handling grief, and she is utilizing her talents to show her clients a new way to go through their respective journeys.

Rae Karim is a passionate author, speaker, and grief coach who has made it her life’s mission to bring about positive change in the lives of others. She has dedicated much of her life’s work to transcending limitations and breaking barriers when it comes to the topic of grief. Having her own experiences with grief has allowed her to develop a positive and holistic perspective on the matter, helping educate others who may feel lost and downtrodden.

The thriving thought leader is on a mission to help people cope with loss, grief, and sadness through her tried and tested methods. Through her work, Rae Karim is sending a beautiful message to the world, allowing us to push the boundaries of what we truly understand about grief and how to navigate it.

“Grief is an emotion that no one has to endure for so long,” said Rae Karim.

As a grief coach and consultant, she has been educating others on grief, empowering them and letting them know that they are not alone throughout their entire journey. She facilitates grief retreats and conducts workshops about grief in schools, churches, and various other organizations.

“I not only offer individual and group coaching, but I also advocate for grief support by way of community engagement,” shared Rae.

One particular event that she has established is called Pen the Pain, an expression of grief through art. Rae Karim also holds workshops that explore the theological perspective of grief and one to five-day retreats that include workshops about grief, ways to practice self-care, and other activities that help others cope.

Grief can be a difficult thing to fathom. It implies a heavy emotional burden on the person experiencing it, which is why Rae Karim has made sure to cultivate expert strategies that will help her clients navigate their journey well.

“I understand that overcoming grief can be an extremely long and difficult process. This is why I have established an endless list of programs that cater to the needs of every griever across the world,” explained Rae.

In the foreseeable future, the thriving grief coach and consultant sees herself helping revolutionize the world’s perceptions of grief, hoping to solve all the common misconceptions that come along with such a taboo topic. She hopes to empower others to acknowledge grief, move forward with change, and embrace the emotion as a precursor to greatness. She hopes to see more individuals grow in the coming years. Rae Karim has positioned herself to create a lasting impact on our society’s perspective on grief, cultivating a deeper sense of meaning to the word and the emotion that goes with it.