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17 Feb , 2016

How to Play Sports Without Injuring Yourself

Are you ready to enter the world of amateur sports as an older adult? You will likely have concerns about your physical safety, particularly in terms of your risks for injuries considering your age and physical condition. Fortunately, you can ta...

16 Feb , 2016

How to Test for Allergies Without Shots

Kristin Minasian

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While skin testing for allergies is harmless, many individuals are still wary of the procedure. The sting of the needle contributes to the wariness, although it must be said that misconceptions reinforce it. Basically, skin testing for allergies...

15 Feb , 2016

Worker’s Compensation FAQs

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Occupational Medicine Articles

Are there benefits when you return to work? Yes, studies have shown that returning to work in particular and to an active life in general can facilitate your faster recovery from injury. You will also find that it may increase your benefits, includ...

11 Feb , 2016

Diabetic Foot Ulcer

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Pain Management Articles

The following is presented by the Regenerative Medicine program at Healthpointe: What is a diabetic foot ulcer? A diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore or wound that occurs in individuals with diabetes, and typically the ulcer is located on the...

10 Feb , 2016

Rotator Cuff Tears: Expert Tips for Baseball Players

Kristin Minasian

Sports Medicine Articles

Tears on the Shoulder Think of a rotator cuff tear as a tear on your shoulder. The rotator cuff is composed of four tendons and muscles converging around the shoulder joint just above the humerus (the upper arm bone above the elbow), forming a c...

9 Feb , 2016

Diagnosing Back Pain

Kristin Minasian

Orthopedics Articles

Athletes know that getting an accurate diagnosis for the causes of their back pain is crucial. An accurate diagnosis contributes to an effective treatment plan so the earlier and more accurate your diagnosis, the better for your recovery. With t...

6 Feb , 2016

Sleep Away the Pain!

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Pain Management Articles

A good night’s sleep has been proven to increase daytime alertness, facilitate weight management, and improve mood, among other benefits. But did you know that getting more sleep can also improve your tolerance for pain or reduce your pain episodes...

4 Feb , 2016

Alcohol and Your Heart

Kristin Minasian

Cardiology Articles

Alcohol is one of the most addictive substances yet it is considered legal in most countries because of its apparent relative harmlessness in comparison with illicit drugs, such as cocaine and heroin. But, according to our cardiology experts, it is...

3 Feb , 2016

How to Dance the Night Away – Without Injuries!

Kristin Minasian

Sports Medicine Articles

Female dancers face a wide range of health issues during their professional careers, mainly because of the physical stresses and mental pressures placed upon them. These health issues range from bone injuries to menstrual irregularities that arise...

1 Feb , 2016

Is the Flu Shot Necessary?

Kristin Minasian

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the estimated number of seasonal influenza-associated deaths between the 1976-1977 and 2006-2007 flu season ranged from 3,000 to 49,000 people. Why Get the Shot Fortunately, f...