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The body has amazing abilities to repair. The treatment that harnesses these capabilities to treat joint pain, including osteoarthritis, is known as Prolotherapy. “Prolo” comes from the word proliferate. It is a regenerative injection treatment that stimulates the body to repair painful areas. Under the umbrella of Prolotherapy are treatments you may have heard of, including Platelet Rich Plasma and …

Breathtaking National Parks lie within the red rocky terrain of the American West. With most travel organizations, your tour will only include three to five parks, but with YMT Vacations, you’ll get to visit nine of the unique rocky backdrops among the cacti, desert brush, lakes, pine, and redwoods. If you’re taking the time to experience the majestic parks out west, …

Parkinson’s is a complex disease that progresses over the years, and to date, has no cure. It is a neurodegenerative disease that wreaks havoc on the brain, which in turn interferes with the body’s fine motor skills. The brain’s neurons (nerve cells) are what create dopamine and the deterioration of this process is the cause of Parkinson’s disease. In Parkinson’s patients, …

By Greg Pascucci Research shows there are a wealth of health benefits associated with volunteering. Giving of one’s time and talents instills a sense of purpose, increases physical and mental wellness and has even been tied to longevity. April is National Volunteer Month, dedicated to honoring volunteers and encouraging volunteerism. At The Carlisle Naples, thanks to the active retirement community’s …

Has home upkeep become too difficult for your aging parent? Does your parent have trouble performing daily tasks without help? Is it time for your loved one to move into senior living? If so, it may be time to have one of the toughest conversations you could imagine with your parent: Discussing a move to senior living. While difficult, the conversation …

The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland that produces two main hormones (T3, T4), which regulate body temperature, metabolism, heart rate, and other factors. There are growing numbers of people with thyroid cancer and other thyroid disorders. In recent years there have been several celebrities that have shared their personal stories of thyroid issues. Most recently, Supermodel, Gigi Hadid shared that she …

By Anne Marie Tremaine, MD Lichen Sclerosus is an uncommon disease of the skin and mucosa that can affect anyone at any age. This condition is most frequently seen in postmenopausal women. Lichen sclerosus typically presents with thin white patches on the vulva, perineal, and anal skin. While this disease is asymptomatic for some people, many complain of itching, burning, pain, …

By Hoglund Family Hearing and Audiology Services As a public service, Hoglund Family Hearing and Audiology Center would like to clear up some of the confusion regarding Hearing Loss by sharing the following TRUTHS about your hearing… and dispel many of the most commonly believed MYTHS relate to your hearing. Myth: I don’t need hearing aids. My hearing is mostly …

By Russell Becker, DO, Vascular Surgeon Individuals with peripheral arterial disease (PAD) have blood flow disruptions usually in the feet and legs, but it can also occur in the brain, arms, and heart. When the blood vessels are narrowed or damaged, the blood flow becomes obstructed, and other complications can coincide. PAD can lead to severe medical conditions. Currently, 8.5 …

Both integrated pain management and interventional pain management are treatment styles designed to help people relieve chronic and acute pain and discomfort. According to the American Academy of Pain Medicine, more than 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain – nearly four times the number of people who have diabetes and more than five times the number of people who suffer …