Tuesday , April 23 2024

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Liver Cancer

Liver cancer is the sixth most common cancer worldwide and the sixth leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., according to the National Cancer Institute. Primary liver cancer occurs most often in adults ages 60+. Childhood liver cancer is rare. Rates are highest in American Indian and Alaska Native …

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HOW OFTEN SHOULD ADULTS AND SENIORS GET THEIR EYES CHECKED?

EYES CHECKED

A vision test measures how well you see. A comprehensive eye exam, however, is designed to evaluate the overall health and function of your eyes, and capture any signs of disease early, often before they produce symptoms. Early discovery of eye disease promotes treatment before vision loss can occur or …

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Say NO to Incontinence and Take Back Control of Your Bladder

By Dr. Tina Chandra Urinary incontinence is a common occurrence in women. It can be caused by vaginal childbirth, changes due to menopause, or even by being overweight. There are two types of urinary incontinence. Stress urinary incontinence is when urine escapes due to physical activities such as running or …

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DO YOU KNOW YOUR TESTOSTERONE LEVEL?

DO YOU KNOW YOUR TESTOSTERONE LEVEL

Tired? Are your endurance and strength declining? Have you noticed a decline in your sexual function and lost interest in your sex life? Every man could answer “yes” to at least one of these questions after age 40. Common symptoms of low testosterone, they can also result from a myriad …

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National Physical Therapy Month: The Importance of PT After Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery

Knee Replacement

By Sergio Martinez, DO, AOA, AOAO National Physical Therapy Month serves as an annual reminder of the transformative power of physical therapy in restoring mobility and enhancing the quality of life for countless individuals. Among the various conditions and situations where physical therapy plays a pivotal role, post-operative care after …

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Vertigo: How to Stop Spinning – Fast

Vertigo

Vertigo is a condition that makes individuals feel sensations of spinning, which causes nausea, vomiting and other unpleasant side effects. A physical therapist  will be able to determine if BBPV may be the cause of your symptoms.  (Vertigo may also be caused by a central nervous system disorder, and that …

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Hungry Heart

By Alex Anderson The songwriter and performer Bruce Springsteen was right when he wrote, “Everybody’s got a hungry heart…” Inside of every human is this need or hunger.  Sometimes we try to fill it with love for another person, but for some reason…another person is not the answer. Sometimes the …

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Alzheimer’s Disease & Brain Health

By now, most of us have heard the horrifying statistics that nearly 6 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of demetia, and that number is expected to triple by 2050. However, many people don’t realize that out of that staggering number, most of the individuals are women. To …

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Lifestyle Modifications for Diseases

By Colby Crile, PA-C Being in the medical profession we are trained on many different ways to treat diseases. We use a variety of therapies including prescription medications and laser/light treatments. However, there are many lifestyle modifications that patients can do at home that do not require seeing a specialist …

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Understanding and Managing Arthritis for a Healthier Future

Managing Arthritis

National Arthritis Awareness Month is an important time to shed light on the various forms of arthritis that affect millions of people worldwide. From osteoarthritis to psoriatic arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, understanding these conditions is crucial for maintaining an active role in one’s treatment journey. Let’s delve into the details …

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