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The knee is notorious for pain and injury, Knee pain can occur from an injury or a condition like osteoarthritis, and can impact activities of everyday life. There are many remedies for this condition, including rest, anti-inflammatory medications and using knee braces. For individuals whose knee pain progresses or does …

By Tom Tran PA-C, MPAs, NCCPA Surgery Board Certified – Do your legs often feel heavy, restless, or painful; or are they covered with varicose or spider veins? If so, you may be one of the many people walking around with venous insufficiency and not even know it. Unfortunately, venous …

The busy holiday season is once again upon us. While most of us look forward to spending time with family and friends and enjoying the festivities that go along with this special season, it can be a difficult time for cancer patients and their loved ones. The typical holiday rush and …

Spinal stenosis is a condition in which the open spaces within the spine become narrowed, irritating or pressing on the nerves along the spinal cord and causing neck, back, arm or leg pain, muscle weakness, numbness, tingling or hot/cold sensations in the back, neck or extremities. It is typically caused by …

You know the saying, “Only the good die young,” but that’s just an old wives tale. Being one of the leading plastic surgery offices in the Tampa Bay area, this “Getting the Most out of Relationships” article may sound like a strange topic to address for Image Lift Facial Plastic Surgery. …

Hormonal Imbalance As we age, women will start to experience symptoms of hormonal imbalance, which can be related to perimenopause, menopause, postmenopause, giving birth or from a hysterectomy. Females tend to experience an imbalance of estrogen, testosterone and progesterone, which can lead to hot flashes, night sweats, anxiety, depression, brain …

It’s the time of year that calendars are packed with holiday parties, budgets are strained by gift-giving and the roads are covered in freshly fallen snow. Alas, ’tis not the season for real estate. But the good news is that the few brave house-hunters who do venture out are serious …

By Michael B. Smith Vestibular Certified Physical Therapist The term Vestibular refers to what is more commonly known as the “inner ear”. The Vestibular system is made up of an identical left and right structure which consist of 3 circular canals connected to a chamber like structure. The Vestibular system is …

By Bo Martinsen, MD Today, the omega-3 industry is specializing more than ever. On the supermarket shelf, you don’t just find fish oil any longer, but a broad range of products under that main heading. As we get a greater selection of omega-3 products, how do you decide what to …

During the holiday season our thoughts often turn to visiting friends or loved ones in nursing homes. The visits, while strongly recommended by those involved in healthcare and aging, are sometimes very emotional. It is recommended to first plan ahead to ensure your visit is rewarding for both the resident and …