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When chronic pain affects the neck, back, hands, feet or hips, difficulties arise when trying to get through even the most menial daily tasks. The surrounding muscles begin to tighten as they try to overcompensate for the pain and protect the injured area. These tight muscles can create tension headaches, impaired mobility, and limitations on range of motion. Chronic Pain can …

The holidays are filled with lots of activities, family gatherings, social events, and decorations; however, with all of this joyous activity, often comes stress for many people, but when it comes to someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia, the effects can be overwhelming. Even though we’re all extra busy, it’s essential this time of year to be mindful of our loved ones …

Courtesy of Orthopedic Center of Florida With the holidays here, there is no limit to the amount of wrapping presents, chopping herbs, mixing eggnog, or whatever else this busy season entails. After all of the decorating and prepping is over, some people might be feeling a few new aches and pains, especially if they’ve got arthritis. While there are many forms …

The holidays are here! This is the time of year where we make fabulous memories with friends and family, and it’s also the time of year that we inevitably pack on the pounds. Although, that’s not necessarily the way that it has to go for you because Integrated Skin Care and Root Causes Holistic Health and Medicine has some beneficial tips …

Written by Dr. Paul M. Graham Platelet rich plasma (PRP) is a new and exciting treatment option for hair loss currently being offered by many dermatologists across the country. Patients that have failed a variety of treatment options for hair loss are now seeing incredible results with PRP therapy. Historically, hair transplants were the only definitive option available for near …

Dr. H. Kurtis Biggs – Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon Find out how you can get a customized implant for your best outcome When arthritis or injury causes knee pain that is uncontrolled by medication, injections, or physical therapy, knee replacement is the most logical means to restore your knee function and to provide you with substantial pain relief. Many people don’t …

By T.J. DePaola, PharmD December marks the beginning of peak flu season, which typically runs through February, and can even extend well into May. On the heels of a record-breaking flu season last year – where the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimated more than 900,000 people were hospitalized and more than 80,000 people died from flu – …

CycleStation Gets People Motivated to Work-it-Out! There’s no better way to get your adrenaline pumping than to amp the atmosphere up with LED lighting, energizing music and being surrounded by excited, stimulating people. Where can you get all of this while you’re working out? —At CycleStation in Ft Myers. CycleStation is an indoor cycling studio that not only offers the latest …

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 47 million people in the US have some form of arthritis or chronic joint symptoms. There are over 100 different forms of arthritis. Arthritis and other rheumatic diseases are often mistakenly associated with old age, because osteoarthritis (the most common form of arthritis) occurs more often among elderly persons. However, …

(Taken from Dr. Nickerson’s Holistic Mental Health Coach Training Program). Our society has an epidemic of teenagers experiencing depression and anxiety; ultimately leading to substance abuse in an effort to self-medicate. The symptoms for depression and anxiety in teenagers can vary. Some teens demonstrate their distress by withdrawing in isolation, having angry outbursts, stealing, defying the household rules, while other distressed …