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28 Aug , 2017

Top 5 Common Summer Illnesses and How to Fight Them

Summer is here, and it’s time to have fun! Summertime for most people may mean a swim at the beach or pool, a visit to a water park, a hike to the woods, or even a nice evening out by the campfire. However, before lacing up those boots for the n...

25 Aug , 2017

4 Reasons Your Shoulder Pain May Be Bursitis

Kristin Minasian

Orthopedics

Bursitis is inflammation of the bursa (which is a thin, lubricated cushion located at points of friction between a bone and soft tissue – such as skin, muscles, ligaments and tendons). Bursitis (as well as tendonitis, which is inflammation of a ten...

24 Aug , 2017

Employee Spotlight: Brenda Felix, Medical Assistant

Kristin Minasian

Employee Spotlight

Ever wanted to know what it takes to be a medical assistant – from schooling to day-to-day job duties? Learn how, and get to know Brenda Felix (Medical Assistant at Healthpointe for almost 2 years) in this awesome interview! What is a Medica...

21 Aug , 2017

The Top 5 Preventable Sports Injuries That You Should Look Out for This Fall

Kristin Minasian

Sports Medicine

Top 5 Preventable Sports Injuries Summer’s almost over! This means that the fall sports season will be here in no time. If you’re anxious to get out on the field and start playing without any preparation, be warned! Failure to stretch, warm up, an...

10 Aug , 2017

The Importance of Hydration – All Year Long

Jessica Pena

Uncategorized

The Importance of Water and Hydration! Do you know the human body is composed of about 60% water? From our muscle to our bones, water is extremely important – our whole bodies depend on water. It is said that after five days without water we woul...

8 Aug , 2017

This Summer Look Out for Dry Drowning!

Jessica Pena

Uncategorized

What you should know about Dry Drowning The summer is always hot and the go-to activities usually involves water. While we all love swimming and water theme parks, it’s important to be safe! So be on the lookout for dry drowning, as dry drowning i...

25 Jul , 2017

The Many Benefits of Chiropractic Care

Jessica Pena

Chiropractic

There are many benefits to chiropractic care. As you may or may not know, chiropractic care is one of the most sought-out treatments for pain. People who suffer from joint pain, sport injuries, muscle strains, or even those involved in accidents s...

7 Jul , 2017

Things to Know about the DOT Physical Examination

Brandon Davila

Occupational Medicine

DOT Physical Examinations Federal law requires that drivers of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) receive regular physical examinations. Also known as the Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Examinations, the DOT physical examination must be...

5 Jul , 2017

SI Joint – Why Do I Feel Pain?

Jessica Pena

Orthopedics

Let's Get Familiar with the Sacroiliac Joint The sacroiliac joint (SI Joint) is the joint that connects the sacrum of the spine to the right and left side of the iliac bones (hip bones). The iliac bones are the large bones that form the...

30 Jun , 2017

Useful information on IT Band Pain and Relief

Jessica Pena

Orthopedics, Sports Medicine

Are you an avid runner, hiker, or just athletic? Then listen up! You just might want to know about Iliotibial Band Syndrome (IT Band Syndrome) and how to avoid it. The Iliotibial (IT) band is a tendon located at the hip and is attached to your...