Medical

The truth is that it works.  Some studies have shown an 86 percent effectiveness, whereas the odds of effectiveness of drugs and surgery are no better than flipping a coin.  However, be aware that some doctors and manufacturers claim to achieve spinal decompression with their machine but do not have the research to support their claims. 

Perfectionism Personified is the utmost professional service rendered which you will find at Geneva Dental in Beverly Hills, where Dr. Roy Smudde and his wife Carol Smudde affiliate.

Being a practicing chiropractor for many years, I have the opportunity to meet a wide variety of people everyday.  When patients enter my office on their initial visit, they enter with certain symptoms as well as very specific expectations of what it is they want to accomplish.  Most commonly, they come in with back pain, neck pain, headaches and other symptoms of disease and have a simple understanding or should I say misunderstanding that chiropractors fix backs. And, their expectations are that they want to feel better now.

Vulvovaginal complaints are the most common gynecologic reason why women visit their healthcare providers.  While BV (bacterial vaginosis), trichomonas and yeast account for approximately 90 percent of this diagnostic category, the remaining 10 percent may plague both the patient and provider if an accurate diagnosis is not achieved.  While BV, yeast and trich have characteristic subjective and objective findings, a newer diagnosis has come to light and may be responsible for as much as five percent of vulvovaginal complaints.

Acne is a scourge that affects 99 percent of everyone at some point in their life.  For some acne is a minor skin problem that goes with puberty, for others acne can start as early as eight to 10 years of age and remain through their 30s and 40s.  Acne can leave both physical and emotional scars as it can really affect ones psychology and resultant outlook on life.

Who hasn’t experienced a sleepless night when our minds whirl out of control, our partner’s snores make it impossible to fall asleep or we can’t find a comfortable position in bed?  The next morning we pay for our inability to drift into dreamland with sagging, sallow complexions, puffy, glassy-eyed stares and depleted energy.

Yoga is a popular form of exercise that uses breathing and physical poses which are designed to unify, purify and strengthen the mind, body and spirit.  Several recent studies show positive benefits for individuals who participate in exercise programs such as yoga, during their cancer treatment.  Two studies published recently in the Journal of Clinical Oncology showed important benefits from exercise (aerobic, resistance, or yoga) for breast cancer survivors, including improved quality of life, self-esteem, mood, fitness, and body composition. 

If you or a loved one are injured and need immediate medical care, here is what to do.  If the injury is life threatening go to the emergency room.  If it’s not life threatening, come to Advanced Medical Care.  We are located in the Smyth Medical Plaza across from Valencia High School football field. We are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday/Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

There are many things that can contribute to bad breath, also known as halitosis.  The most common contributor is poor oral hygiene.  Many people have never learned good oral hygiene techniques.  Once this daily maintenance is out of the way it is then time to consider other alternatives for battling bad breath, to include washes, mints and sprays.

People enter relationships for various reasons, rarely considering all aspects of a relationship before committing.  Only after the fact do we realize that much has been overlooked in preparing for that commitment.  Obviously, the best time to address these issues is before the commitment, but the sooner issues are addressed, the greater likelihood you’ll see improvement before the pain becomes unbearable.  Withholding your thoughts, feelings and desires, for fear of rocking the boat, will only leave you to feel frustrated in the future.

Since getting to sleep is such a common problem, there is much advice on the subject.  However, what works for someone else may not work for you.  People vary in their need for and satisfaction with sleep.  Most of us at some point or another have experienced difficulty with sleeping whether it’s waking up many times during the night, waking up early and not being able to get back to sleep, sleeping lightly, experiencing recurring night terrors and nightmares, or just simply overall poor sleep quality.  For some of us these time periods may be prolonged and can be associated with how we’re dealing with stress in our lives, what thoughts we’re taking to bed with us, how much or little we’re exercising, our eating habits, as well as our sleeping habits to name a few. 

Clean teeth and gums provide more than just a pretty smile.  They are a harbinger of total body health.  Consistent sessions with your dentist and oral hygienist can also save your life, according to research.

Gastroenteritis or stomach flu is a common illness that many children acquire throughout the year.  It is the irritation and inflammation of the stomach and intestinal tract.  This condition may cause abdominal pain, vomiting and diarrhea.  In severe cases, gastroenteritis can result in dehydration.  Fluid replacement is the most important treatment for dehydration.

Chronic pain persists for longer than six months.  Besides pain medications, the American Academy of Family Physicians offers this list of additional treatment options:

Home is definitely where the heart is.  That’s why our mission here at Home Instead is, and always has been, to help people live as independently as possible, in their own homes, for as long as possible.  But the reality of what’s called “aging in place” is sometimes very harsh.

Along with a perfect wedding, many brides also want a perfect smile.  When making appointments for dress alterations, floral arrangements and reception details, schedule a dental visit, too.  Schedule a thorough check-up and cleaning at least a year before the wedding.  If you’re unhappy with your smile, your dentist will have enough time to perfect your teeth by the wedding.

Planning is key to weight management.  It ‘s the building block of other essential skills like problem solving and goal setting.  Planning ahead decreases your susceptibility to emotional or environmental cues that could lead to poor food and activity choices.

Recently, a young man representing Boy Scout Troop 58 based out of Saint Clare Catholic Church visited me.  This nice young man is currently working on his Eagle project and was collecting toothbrushes for the families served by the Santa Clarita Food Pantry.  Currently the Food Pantry has approximately 3,000 active clients, half of which are children.  Their goal is to provide clients who may not have access to proper dental care with new toothbrushes.  We salute everyone out there trying to make a difference.