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By Physicians Rehabilitation 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 not respond to other types of treatment, …

By Dr. John C. Kagan, M.D. We all know that life can be busy. With work, family and hobbies, it can be hard to find the time to care for you. However, no matter how hectic life gets, your health is one component that shouldn’t be placed on the back burner, especially when it comes to the symptoms of osteoarthritis. …

Although many people with type 2 diabetes worry about losing their vision or having an amputation, the greater risk is to the heart and brain. About 65% of people with type 2 diabetes die of heart disease or stroke. They are two to four times more likely to die of heart disease than people without diabetes. When someone does get …

Endocrine-disrupting chemical exposure to two of our biggest public health risks, diabetes and obesity. Since 2009, additional research has demonstrated that exposure to EDCs is associated with an increased risk of diabetes and obesity. Evidence indicates that this exposure is also linked to infertility, hormone-related cancers, neurological issues and other chronic diseases. EDCs mimic, block or interfere with the body’s …

By Steven J. Gibbs, Esq. Hello Friends & Colleagues! In the world of Medicaid, there are a lot of misunderstandings and these “myths” can tend to be kind of “ingrained” and thus tough to correct.  For example, an estate planning client commented recently that she would have to spend down all the assets before getting her husband qualified for Medicaid…to …

Orangetheory Fitness provides an energized group fitness concept that has swept the nation. In just one hour, you’ll burn up to 1,000 calories while increasing both your metabolism and energy. The name Orangetheory comes from the “orange” or anaerobic heart rate zone that is seen during intense training. During your workout, your heart rate will be monitored and kept in this …

CANDIDATES FOR EYELID SURGERY Many patients complain of a tired or puffy eye look that makes them appear to be weary and fatigued. Often times this is related to the upper eyelid having disproportionate or excessive skin that droops over the lid. Whether this is related to aging, sagging of the skin due to over sun exposure, or from simply …

Nearly 24 Million Americans have COPD. Most of them are over the age of 40 and have a history of smoking, or being subjected to respiratory irritants such as chemicals and pollutants. COPD is a disease that is encompassed by chronic bronchitis, emphysema and asthma, causing shortness of breath, productive coughing and inflammation of the airways. It is a progressive …

A small investment of your time can help save your life. Living in Florida, we all know the importance of sun safety and skin cancer screenings. Every hour a person dies of melanoma, and this year alone, over 76,000 new cases of melanoma will be diagnosed. On average skin cancer screenings take about 10 minutes, which could potentially save your …

By Debra K. Brinker, RN The popularity of regenerative, non-surgical treatments for painful hip conditions and osteoarthritis has grown in recent years, and with good reason. People want options that are less invasive, do not require anesthesia or a hospital stay, and that give successful long-term results. Being diagnosed with a labral tear or osteoarthritis no longer has to mean giving …