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6 Jun , 2017

Charley horse pain in the calf of a male jogger. Could be muscle cramp!

What are Charley Horses?

This is a question that I was pondering one day while experiencing agonizing pain in my calf area. Oh, I remember that experience like it was yesterday… It was a dark, gloomy night – I was lying in bed, dreaming about an alternate reality when...

29 May , 2017

Oh My Tendon!

Jessica Pena

Orthopedics Articles

What are tendons? Tendons are flexible yet strong collagen tissues that attach the muscles to the bones. Moreover, a tendon acts as a bridge between the muscle and bone. The bridge-like connection allows the tendons to transmit and regulate forc...

22 May , 2017

What is Sports Medicine?

Kristin Minasian

Sports Medicine Articles

Ever heard of the term ‘sports medicine,’ but had no idea what it meant? Have no fear, Healthpointe is here to help you understand sports medicine and all that it has to offer! The following is a summary of sports medicine, whom it’s for, and wh...

23 Feb , 2017

Interested in Speeding up Your Metabolism?

Jessica Pena

Weight Management Articles

How can I speed up my metabolism? The answer is quite complex; however, there are tips and tricks to boosting your metabolism. Eat a good breakfast – It is important that you get a good nutritious meal (lots of omega-3 oils). This means that...

21 Feb , 2017

Healthpointe Welcomes Board-Certified ENT Specialist and Facial Plastic Surgeon to their Anaheim Clinic

Brandon Davila

Press Release Articles

Healthpointe is excited to announce that renowned Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) specialist and Facial Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Pierre Giammanco, is now practicing at Healthpointe locations, including Anaheim, La Mirada, Garden Grove, Long Beach and Los An...

9 Feb , 2017

Is Milk the Great Source of Protein, Vitamin D, and Calcium?

Jessica Pena

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Does milk promote strong healthy bones and can we get optimal nutrients from milk? Yes, it is true milk is a great source of protein, Vitamin D and calcium. Additionally, we all have heard that milk helps us grow strong and reduces bone fracture...

4 Feb , 2017

What Happens to Your Body After a Year in Space?

Kristin Minasian

Orthopedics Articles

In case you’ve been living under a rock (or binge-watching Netflix) and have lost touch with the outside world and news, here’s a quick NASA-related recap: an astronaut named Scott Kelly returned last year from a year in space. Repeat: a year in sp...

31 Jan , 2017

Best Chairs for Back Pain

Kristin Minasian

Orthopedics Articles

Is your old, rickety chair starting to become a royal pain in the you-know-what? No worries! Take advice from the following guide to chairs designed for back pain relief, and you’ll be reigning over your land (or living room) in no time! TheHea...

25 Jan , 2017

Fast Facts About Hernia Repair

Jessica Pena

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What are hernias? Hernias are protrusion of an organ or tissue. Usually the hernia is produced by a slip of the intestine into the abdominal wall. Thus, the hernia is created and causes a bulge that may be seen or felt. What are the types of...

21 Jan , 2017

Can Long Hair Cause Headaches?

Kristin Minasian

Headache Clinic

First of all, congratulations! If you are reading this, you’ve probably grown your hair long, which is no easy feat! You’ve had to resist all temptation to cut it – be it hot weather, the amount of time it takes to wash it, or nagging moms. But bef...