Pain medications fool the body by binding to the opioid receptors in the brain, spine and other areas of the body. They don’t treat the health condition; they only mask the pain by disrupting the signals to the brain. Pain medications are one of the most highly addictive drugs available. There …

Do you have pain in your lower back that runs down one or both of your legs? You’re not alone! An estimated 3 million people in the United States suffer from this painful condition known as sciatica. This pain often comes on suddenly without warning, and the pain can be …

Today, there are so many advancements in dentistry that make getting your dental health issues taken care of— a breeze.  If you have dentures and over the years they’ve become loose, or are causing sore spots on your gums, it’s because they don’t fit properly any longer.  When teeth are missing, …

Selecting an assisted living community can be a daunting task. Much like finding the perfect house, choosing the right assisted living residence requires a thorough inventory of your loved one’s wants and needs, doing research, taking tours, and asking for guidance along the way. Today’s assisted living communities often offer residents …

As we age, many people find it more difficult to get around and maneuver their way throughout their daily activities. Perhaps you’re worried about tripping over uneven pavement or flooring. Maybe you are already using a cane or walker, but still feel apprehensive about your stability, or maybe you have …

Lumbar Spinal Stenosis (LSS) is a narrowing of the spine that produces undue pressure on the nerves. Although younger people can experience stenosis through genetic mutations or from traumatic injury, it is more common in the aging population. Our vertebrae begin to be less lubricated with age, and they no …

When you, your child, or a loved one has fever, sprains an ankle, gets an ear infection or gets overheated, it can be quite challenging to get a same-day appointment with your primary care doctor, and the emergency room may not always the best choice. Choosing between an ER and …

The art of enhancing masculine features without the appearance of wearing makeup Who said that the use of cosmetics and/or having facial cosmetic treatments is something exclusively reserved for women? It is natural for men and women to want to look their best by taking care of ourselves in every …

by Dr. Khan Continuing with the back pain we will start with the common afflictions of the back starting from the ailments which present at the skin to those which affect the bones. However one important factor to keep in mind is that where a disease presents itself may be …

By Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS September is Alopecia Areata Awareness Month and it’s an important opportunity for those suffering from alopecia areata and other less common forms of hair loss, like cicatricial (scarring) alopecia, to get educated about effective new hair restoration options that can help. About Alopecia Areata …