Health + Wellness

Finding Balance in the New Year

Learn How Reflection, Self-Compassion & Therapy Support Mental Well-Being & Renewal Article by Nina Weierman | Photography by Provided A fresh new year offers us the opportunity to reset after the holiday season's rush. While many take this time to slow down and reflect, the pressure to set resolutions or chase a “new me” is everywhere, filling our feeds and conversations with messages about improvement and change. “So many people feel pressured to start a new year doing things differently...

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Quality of Life

Local Specialist Serves Community One Patient at a Time Article by Bill Furbee | Photography by RF Graphics In 2021, the American Diabetes Association ADA reported that 11.6% of Americans were living with diabetes, and 29.2% of Americans over the age of 65 were living with diabetes. Statistics like these continue to rise, and one local resident has dedicated her life to helping others seek treatment. “My goal is to develop treatment plans that are guideline-directed but truly individualized,”...

Wellness

Natural Healing

Find Wellness in the Woods with Forest Bathing Article by Bill Furbee | Photography by RF Graphics Forest bathing, or “Shinrin-yoku,” may be a concept that is new to many — but it is also one steeped in tradition, lending a natural practice to any journey of healing and wellness. Forest Therapy Guide Pam Lowe Cho, Greater Cincinnati resident and Principal of Forest Bathing & Garden Design, LLC, was happy to field questions on the subject. Q: How long have you been part of the Greater...

Local Services

Moving the Needle

How a Terrace Park Lymphatic Studio is Reshaping Recovery & Wellness Article by Lisa Fletcher | Photography by RF Graphics In a wellness world buzzing with quick fixes, node & needle stands out for something rare: results that last. Tucked into its new Terrace Park boutique, the studio is an intentional space where bodies reset, scars soften and clients finally feel at home in their own skin. Before she became known for her specialized lymphatic work, founder Carrie Riley spent years in a...

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The Wellness Corner

Use Only 1% of Your Day for Lasting Impact Article by Clay Brizendine, Health & Wellness Coach/Personal Trainer | Photography by Provided Have you ever made it somewhere on time, but your head and heart took a wrong turn to someplace else? Time management only gets you there–energy management dictates how you show up once you’re there. If we use 1% of our day, just 15 minutes for the following four elements, we can make lasting change on our vitality and the impact we have on others. ...

Style + Beauty

Comfort Wardrobe

Article by Kasey Johansen | Photography by Provided Celebrate the styles that hug, drape and carry you through your day; it's comfort dressed up and wellness leveled up. Consider it fashion's reminder that feeling good is the ultimate accessory. 1. HOLLAND COOPER , Full Length Soho Trench Coat, in Westminster Tweed, $1,439 / 2. THE SHIRT , The Jet Set Icon Shirt, in White, $158 / 3. DAILY PRACTICE , Knit Barrel Pants, in Buttercream, $178 / 4. DAILY PRACTICE , Knit Hoodie Sweatshirt, in...

Finance + Legal Services

Estate Planning for Business Owners in the Greater Cincinnati Area: Protecting Your Company, Succession, and Family

Owning a business in the Greater Cincinnati area brings opportunity and responsibility. Yet the responsibilities of managing employees, operations, and growth often make business owners procrastinate about long-term planning for their company and family. Thoughtful estate planning allows business owners to protect their company, define succession, and organize assets to support their interests.  What Is Estate Planning for Business Owners?“Estate planning for business owners” involves...

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Inkless Scar Revision

Many people come in believing their scar is “as good as it’s going to get,” especially if it’s been years since the injury or surgery. Thankfully, that isn’t always true. The skin continues to remodel long after a scar forms, and with the right approach, you can still see meaningful improvement.Inkless Scar Revision at node & needle focuses on supporting this natural remodeling process. It’s a technique designed to help scars soften, blend, and shift closer to the tone and texture of the...

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What the Research Says About Inkless Scar and Stretch Mark Revision

For many people struggling with scars or stretch marks, options often feel limited. Creams can only do so much. Lasers may not be appropriate for every skin tone. Microneedling can help, but results vary widely. Clients often arrive at node and needle feeling discouraged or unsure if lasting change is even possible.Inkless paramedical tattooing offers another approach. Instead of adding colored ink, the method uses tattoo-based precision stimulation paired with professional serums to encourage...

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Inkless Scar Revision

Many people are surprised to learn that most scars don’t need camouflage to improve. While adding color can be helpful for some situations, there’s a growing interest in inkless scar revision, a paramedical tattoo technique designed specifically to support the appearance of compromised tissue.At node & needle, this work is offered as part of our advanced paramedical tattoo services in our Milford office, serving clients from Terrace Park, Indian Hill, Madeira, Loveland, Goshen, and...