Medical

Many of our patients complain that they can no longer understand television and need to take their hearing aids out to put on headphones so they don’t disturb others in the house.  This is disheartening because they spend a lot of money on their hearing aids and then have to take them out.  This also happens in theaters, movies and places of worship.

Laser vision correction has received some negative publicity recently related to FDA hearings regarding the complaints of patients who’ve had less than optimal results.  What can be learned from these hearings?  First, it must be emphasized that laser vision correction is an elective surgical procedure.  There is no such thing as surgery that is entirely risk free.  Laser vision correction has an excellent safety profile and millions of procedures have been performed to date.

Are you dissatisfied with the appearance of your body?  Are you managing a healthy lifestyle yet reshaping your body seems like an unachievable dream?  Are you looking for a solution for dimpled skin?

Metatarsalgia is a generalized term for pain at the ball of the foot. Several different conditions can produce pain in this area, including structural problems with the toes or metatarsal bones, stress fractures, as well as a pinched nerve at the ball of the foot. The development of “hammertoes” will typically lead to increased retrograde pressure at the ball of the foot.  An excessively long or short metatarsal can increase the weight distribution in certain areas at the ball of the foot and cause focal pain.  

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, yes.  And so is self-esteem.  The darkened tooth that drives one individual crazy may matter little to another.  You may have a space between your front teeth that, rather than distract from your appearance, is rather engaging.

Spine Education, June 11 – Learn to protect your spine and prevent back and neck injuries during this one-hour educational program, 5 pm – 6 pm, at Henry Mayo’s Outpatient Therapy Services, ACC Building, 25751 McBean Parkway, Suite 310. Cost: Free. Info and registration: 661-253-8959.

No need to be weary anymore.  There is now a brand-new state-of-the-art technology that makes it possible to give a chiropractic treatment/adjustment without the popping, twisting, cracking that everyone is afraid of.

There are many painful and chronic conditions that acupuncture can treat.  The use of acupuncture to naturally relieve pain is well established in America.  A recent study led by Brian Berman, director of the University of Maryland Center for Integrative Medicine, and published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, found that acupuncture is safe and effective for reducing pain and improving physical function in those suffering from arthritis.

Do you avoid activities due to joint pain? Do you always catch yourself saying “I must be getting old, since my joints hurt”? If this sounds all too familiar, you may have arthritis. Osteoarthritis or Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD) is the most common form of arthritis. It is a joint disease caused by the breakdown of the joint cartilage. Cartilage is the shock absorber in between the joints that protect you from the break down of bone with movement.

Diarrhea refers to abnormal frequency and liquidity of fecal discharges.  It is usually due to disorders of the spleen, stomach, large and small intestines.  In light of the manifestations of the disease and the course, it is clinically divided into acute and chronic.  The former is mostly caused by indigestion due to excessive eating or improper diet and attack of external cold dampness, leading to dysfunction in transmission of intestinal contents or caused by invasion of damp heat in summer or autumn; the later is caused by deficiency of the spleen and stomach, leading to failure in transportation and transformation.  It is essential to distinguish diarrhea and dysentery.

One of the things I love most about my work is the opportunity to meet people who are living their dreams.  I recently talked with a phenomenal woman named Traci Smith, who lost 325 pounds on the Lindora program and has kept it off for more than five years.  Traci achieved her goal not through surgery, but by applying the principles of the program and learning how to eat better and move more.

A tiny light stick called ViziLite Plus could help prevent 90 percent of all fatalities from oral cancer, according to Joel S. Miller, DMD, MAGD of the Miller Studio for Dental Artistry, who recommends that all adults ask their dentist for the procedure.

We have all seen the recent information regarding an important aspect of women’s health come to the forefront of the news.  Throughout time the incidence of cervical cancer has decreased.  However, the number of women experiencing abnormal pap smear tests is increasing.  This rise indicates that an increasing number of women are at risk for cervical cancer.  Development of cervical cell abnormalities has been linked to the presence of the Human Papillomavirus or HPV.

Guided imagery is a relaxation tool that eases stress and promotes a sense of peace and tranquility.  Today, numerous research studies have concluded that the mind does indeed influence the body.  Imagery is the language that your mind uses to communicate with your body.  Guided Imagery is beneficial for reducing feelings of anxiety, fear and depression and for facilitating a powerful sense of wellness.

Heel/Arch pain is one of the most common foot ailments affecting millions of people on a daily basis.  Unfortunately, this affliction is left untreated by a majority of the population, figuring that it will go away, or accepting that the pain is typical with excessive standing or walking.  Eventually, this ailment becomes chronic in nature, often manifesting with “first step pain” when getting out of bed or after a period of rest, usually dissipating after a few minutes of walking, then eventually returning later in the day.

Summer is approaching quickly and with it comes better weather and increased activity.  This increased activity can often lead to pain and injury.  One of the common problems with increased activity is tendonitis.  Tendons themselves are cords of tough, fibrous connective tissue that attach muscles to bones.  Tendonitis is the inflammation and irritation of these tendons.  If the normal smooth gliding motion of a tendon is impaired, the tendon will become inflamed and movement will become painful.  Tendonitis, if it’s caught early, can be easily treated and cured.  This is a condition that we treat in our office daily.

We have all heard the terms: alignment, spine angle, posture, etc… These terms are not only important in regard to the outcome of your golf shot, but also to the health of your spine.

There is Now a New Non-surgical Option!  Find Out if You are a Candidate for Spinal Decompression

This new treatment for lower back pain is The DRX9000™True Spinal Decompression machine.  This is a non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that was developed for the treatment of lower back pain caused by a herniated disc and degenerative disc disease.  The process is effective in relieving low back pain by enlarging intradiscal space, reducing herniation, strengthening outer ligaments to help move herniated areas back into place, and reversing high intradiscal pressures through application of negative pressure.