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By Regenexx at New Regeneration Orthopedics Think that Hip Pain is Bursitis? Think Again. Hip bursitis, which is also referred to as trochanteric bursitis, is a condition presenting as pain on the side of the hip. The pain is usually a painful, deep ache that worsens when lying on the side, sitting, or crossing the legs. The bursa are on …

Intermittent Fasting means eating during a specific period and fasting (not eating) for the other period in a given day. The theory behind intermittent fasting is that humans did not evolve to live in environments where they had access to food 24 hours a day. Our ancestors lived in a time when food was scarce. They had to function at …

By Katherine Hermes If you are thinking of traveling this year but you are worried about possibly catching an uninvited bug along the way, getting an IV Vitamin drip is a great way to “rev up” your immune system. Your white blood cells are your internal army and 1st line of defense against infection. Instead of rolling the dice and …

By Dr. Aneley Yegezu Hundae, M.D., FACC Blood pressure is the pressure of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries. Arteries carry blood from your heart to other parts of your body. Your blood pressure normally rises and falls throughout the day. When it is high, it is called hypertension. Hypertension is dangerous because it can damage your heart …

By Dr. Melissa Houston The year 2023 will be here in just a few weeks. How do you plan to start your New Year? It’s a great time to finish things that you’ve started. Do you have college credits but for one reason or another, you didn’t earn a college degree? Does the idea of spending years to graduate make …

By Duane Wiggins, M.D. Board Certified Ophthalmologist, Cataract & Refractive Surgeon with Quigley Eye Specialists Your eyes have a natural lens. The lens bends or refracts light rays that come into your eye to help you see. This lens should be clear. As we age, most of us will develop cataracts, which is when our lens becomes cloudy. Seeing through …

Vascular disease affects millions of Americans, and it’s a leading cause of death. There are multiple comorbid disease states that are interrelated to vascular issues. Although arterial and venous disease can happen to anyone, the most common factors that put you at risk are family history, smoking, being overweight, and a sedentary lifestyle. Atherosclerosis is the primary cause, which is …

One of the most common ailments that doctors treat annually is depression, and this time of year, triggers like stress, missing loved ones or being overwhelmed can intensify depressive episodes. Nearly 15 million people in the United States are affected by depression. Persistent Depressive Disorder or PDD is a chronic type of depression that usually last for more than a …

By Afton Patterson It’s not unusual for seniors to struggle with their mental health during the holidays. There is so much pressure during the holiday season to create a picture-perfect holiday and to spend it with family. But for seniors, the holidays can be very lonely. Seniors who have lost their spouse or can’t be with their children because they …

As technology advances, understanding medical exams and procedures becomes more complex. The quality of services provided is an important consideration. The American Cancer Society endorses mammography, along with yearly physical examinations and monthly self-examinations, as the most effective means of detecting breast cancer at its earliest and most treatable stage. Generally, mammography can reveal benign and cancerous growths before you …