Central Florida Health and Wellness Magazine Health and Wellness Articles of the Villages
By William A Cooper, DO We see a high prevalence of osteoarthritis in obese patients due to wear and tear and pressure on the joints, including forces and friction. If patients can lose weight, they can reduce or stop the progression of arthritic damage. Osteoarthritis (OA) The biggest misconception for …
Read More »Senior Living – The New Year’s Resolution You’re Looking For
Countless people are making New Year’s resolutions for change, whether that’s living a healthier lifestyle or learning a new skill, but if you are a senior, it’s time you found out more about your opportunities for change within your living conditions. Most seniors are tired of doing yard work and …
Read More »Painful Nerve Damage: How One Patient’s Story Helps Another Find Relief
Treating Shoulder Pain Successfully with Radiofrequency Paula Sharper and her husband had just recently moved to Florida, and she had been dealing with ongoing shoulder pain for a long time, which seemed to be getting worse. Paula was diagnosed with severe osteoarthritis of the AC joint (acromioclavicular joint) in the …
Read More »Emsella – Technology to Get YOU Back to YOU
By DR. ROBERT LUPO, D.C. Emsella for Men The pelvic floor muscles form the lower part of the pelvis and support the pelvic organs, including the bladder, rectum, and prostate. When pelvic floor weakness occurs, it may lead to erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation. Men can suffer from incontinence associated …
Read More »Advanced Treatment For Vaginal Discomfort: What you should know about the MonaLisa Touch®
Dr. Vahora, MD, FACOG Many women carry a little secret that they dare not tell even their best friend. The truth is that many pre and postmenopausal women, and even women that have recently gone through childbirth, have vaginal disorders, pain, and issues that they often withhold and keep to …
Read More »Slowing the Pace of Your Life
By Pastor Timothy Neptune Remember the old merry-go-rounds on the playground when you were a kid? You would spin in circles until you felt like you were going to fly off. That’s how life can feel if you don’t make some necessary changes. You live a much faster lifestyle than …
Read More »Promising Trends in Cancer Care
The outlook for people diagnosed with cancer is becoming brighter all the time, thanks to a variety of ongoing advancements. Over 18 million cancer survivors are living in the U.S. today, according to the American Cancer Society. Increasingly, many of the nearly 2 million Americans who will be diagnosed with …
Read More »Repair and Restore with QC Kinetix
By Daniel Sucherman, MD The noise of chronic pain can relentlessly invade everyday activities. It’s a loud, unwelcome voice when we’re trying to sleep, when we rise from bed, and when we attempt to shower or dress. It complicates our ability to commit to social and recreational activities ahead of …
Read More »Preparing for 2024
It’s hard to believe that it will soon be 2024. While many of us are looking forward to waving goodbye to 2023, there are things that you can and should do now to prepare for the new year ahead. Start scheduling your medical appointments now. Florida is booming, and with …
Read More »Competitive Edge Physical Therapy’s 2024 Mission to Support Community Wellbeing
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Tampa Bay, Competitive Edge Physical Therapy (CEP) is passionately dedicated to enhancing more than just patient outcomes, but also community wellbeing. Their mission goes beyond providing physical therapy; it’s about touching lives and offering hope to those who might otherwise go without essential care. …
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