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12 Nov , 2016

What is Floatation Therapy? (And Why It’s Great For Foot Pain)

Foot pain sufferers, despair no more! Floatation therapy may be just what you've been looking for! What is Floatation Therapy? In 1954, a scientist by the name of John Lilly was interested in the effects of total sensory deprivation on the hu...

7 Nov , 2016

How Tooth Aches Cause Neck Pain

Kristin Minasian

Orthopedics

Have you spent years dealing with neck pain? Undergoing dozens of treatments? Taking any medicine or “cure” you can get your hands on, but to no avail? The root of the cause may not be orthopedic-related. In fact, you may not even be experiencin...

5 Nov , 2016

How Your Eyes Can Reveal Brain Tumors (& Other Diseases)

Kristin Minasian

Neurosurgery

Brain Tumors and Your Eyes Remember Romeo’s eloquent love-speech for Juliet, in Act II, Scene II? Her eye in heaven Would through the airy region stream so brightly riddled with neurological symptoms That birds would sing and think it were no...

29 Oct , 2016

Did You Know: Good Dental Care Can Prevent Diabetes

Kristin Minasian

Holistic Medicine

Gum Disease and Diabetes It’s Halloween night. You just got home from a long night of partying. You are exhausted, and the only thing you really want to do is change out of your Harley Quinn costume and fall into bed. You can skip brush...

20 Sep , 2016

Love Video Games, But Hate Back Pain? Follow Our Tips

Kristin Minasian

Hot Topics, Orthopedics

Whether you’ve been a gamer your whole life, or have just now discovered Candy Crush, you probably know that sitting for hours can lead to soreness. But did you know that repetitive sitting, day after day, can lead to irreversible back pain? Thi...

17 Sep , 2016

Bees Can Help with Rheumatoid Arthritis!

Kristin Minasian

Orthopedics

Did you know that bees carry properties that can be good for your health*, and may be able to solve many problems associated with the side effects of rheumatoid arthritis? That’s because of Melittin, Propolis, and Honey. Properties of Bee Pro...

16 Sep , 2016

3 Ways Sleeping is Good for Weight Management

Kristin Minasian

Weight Management

If you are looking to lose weight, one of the first things a weight management doctor will ask you is: “Are you getting enough sleep?”. Here’s why: Burns Calories. Your brain is highly active during sleep – particularly REM sleep, and in order...

15 Sep , 2016

Living with Arthritis: Easy & Delicious Cookies

Kristin Minasian

Nutrition Fridays, Orthopedics

Whether you have just been diagnosed with arthritis, have been living with arthritis for years, or want to start thinking about ways to prevent arthritis, then listen up! The foods you choose to eat can have an enormous impact on your arthritis – e...

10 Sep , 2016

How to Sit Like a Gentleman: Tips and Tricks to Sit Politely and Avoid Knee Pain

Kristin Minasian

Orthopedics

If a man in your life has knee pain, then we’re willing to bet this: When he goes to sit down on a couch, you don’t just see it, you hear it. Some call them “dad” sounds: grunts, groans, gasps – and then, once he has managed to find a comfortable...

9 Sep , 2016

How to Sleep for Back Pain Relief

Kristin Minasian

Orthopedics

If you have back pain, then even sleeping can be difficult. Whether you are constantly shifting positions all night, or are afraid to move – because the slightest movement will aggravate your pain – we understand. Healthpointe’s back pain doctors d...