Summertime is in full swing and I hope you have your "Coolness Plan" in effect. By coolness I mean your summertime strategy to dealing with this oppressive heat. I recently heard a staggering figure, this June has been the hottest June in recorded history; 2010 has been the hottest year in recorded history and the last decade was the hottest decade in recorded history. In short, its getting hotter so be please take time to break from the heat and cool off. Pay special attention if you have younger children or senior members of your family staying with you as they are even more susceptible to this dangerous heat.

But enough with the happy talk.

Yes I know it is hot, but summertime should be all about getting outside. I recommend grabbing a the local paper, City Paper is my choice in DC, thumb through and take advantage of the multitude of cheap to free outdoor activities.

From a health standpoint, getting regular sunlight provides several benefits, perhaps none more important that the increased stimulation of Vitamin D. You may think of Vitamin D as just being good for strong bones, but the latest research is showing that Vitamin D is far more essential. Here are just a few of the benefits of Vitamin D:

— Maintains calcium balance: critical for normal functioning of the nervous system and bone development

— Essential for wound healing

— Controls the proliferation of mutated cells ie: reduces the growth of cancer cells

— Boosts immunity

— Decreases the risk of high blood pressure

Have a great summer, get some good sunlight (no more than 20 minutes at a time if possible) and do your body good.

Yours in Health,

Dr. Booker

I miss Ray Charles.

I remember growing up and hearing stories of the 1958 performance of The Great Ray Charles on the campus of Penn State. My father often recollected about that transformative evening as he watched the legendary artist, absent of sight yet profoundly full of vision.

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What should you do if you think you have carpal tunnel syndrome? It is recommended that you identify a provider who is trained in Active Release Technique, ideally one who incorporates a functional rehabilitation program. In order to achieve long-term results, the patient must be instructed on home care and self-care exercises that address how to strengthen weakened muscles as well as how to release the overactive muscles as well.

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For the month of July, we are offering 3 exciting massage offers exclusively for Capitol Rehab of Arlington e-newsletter subscribers:

• Wednesday is a Massage Lovers Dream:
  All Wednesday Massages for the month of July 2010 1 hour massage for $65.00 ($80.00 value)


• Runners Should Run To Capitol Rehab!
  Bring in a bib from any race and get $15.00 off an hour massage!


• Gold's Gym Special
  $65.00 for any hour-long massage

Dr. William Booker, founder of Capitol Rehab of Arlington, has successfully completed the rigorous skills test and certification required for full membership into the International Society of Clinical Rehabilitation Specialists (ISCRS).

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