Medical

The team of Audiology Associates, established by Nola Aronson and Patrice Rifkind, is celebrating a sixth anniversary at our location next to Henry Mayo Hospital.  Thanks to our loyal patients and physician referrals, our practice continues to grow.  We are proud to provide increasingly state-of-the-art hearing and balance care services. 

How does acupuncture facial rejuvenation compare to a facelift?  If you’re reaching the age where you’re beginning to notice more lines and wrinkles than you’d care to think about, chances are you may have thought about a facelift.  That’s an expensive proposition.  But what’s even more important, do you want to take the risk that surgery always presents?

Body wraps are professionally designed to remove excess and unwanted waste in the body’s tissue while tightening and toning the skin.  The body wrap process is capable of removing up to 15 inches from the entire body in addition to reducing the appearance of cellulite.  Body wraps also purify the body of harmful toxins that accumulate through such factors as aging, improper diet, lack of exercise, medication, smoking and stress.

Everyone wants to be happy, healthy and whole, with loving, fulfilling relationships and rewarding work that compensates us fairly.  We want time for our creative, athletic and spiritual pursuits and time to spend with our loved ones.  We want to contribute to the world in a meaningful way.

We’ve taken a look at the difference between milk most people buy at the grocery store and raw milk.  Raw milk is a whole unadulterated food source that provides countless health benefits to those who drink it. 

What are the common symptoms of intestinal toxicity?  Fatigue, headaches, addictions, constipation, diarrhea, excess weight, aching joints, stomach bloat, sinus problems, gas, bad breath, allergies, slow metabolism, body odor, skin problems, lower back pain, menstrual cramps, depression, irritability, weakened immune system and low energy.  If any of these symptoms sound familiar, colon irrigation could be of great benefit.

Everyone smiles in the same language said someone and probably that is the reason why people try to repair and make their smile perfect.  We use different means to try and make our teeth perfect so that we can smile with confidence. 

In my experience, few other dermatological conditions are surrounded by more myths and misconceptions than acne.  Variously called teen acne, adult acne, zits, pimples or more technically, acne vulgaris, acne is one of the most common problems seen in any corrective skincare business.

The stomach is one of the organs that most people treat lightly; they think of it only as a place where swallowed food stays and flows downward.  On the contrary, for doctors it is most difficult organ to cure.  For example, heart and liver transplants have been practiced widely and have relatively become successful so far.  However, Doctors have been unsuccessful in the stomach transplant procedure.  We can tell the stomach is a sensitive organ.

Do you suffer from any of these?
Headaches                Nervousness or insomnia
Migraines                Clenching or grinding

In the U.S. there are hundreds of children’s toys recalled every month growing to thousands every year.  There are even recalls placed on toys sold as far back as two years ago.  So a child could possibly be playing with a toy for two years before a recall is issued on the product.  Often recalled toys are identified by their UPC label which most parents quickly discard making it even harder to identify a recalled toy.

Pads of cartilage called discs separate the 24 vertebrae of your spine from one another.  These discs have a fairly tough outer layer with a soft interior to cushion against the shocks and strains experienced as you move and put various stresses on your spine.  The discs are subject to injury, disease and degeneration with use over time.  Certain activities and types of work increase the risk of discs being damaged or deteriorating.  When the soft interior material of a disc pushes out through a tear or weakening in the outer covering, the disc is said to be herniated.

You are experiencing pain in the sole of your foot.  Standing up for a period of time makes it hurt even more.  Just tapping on the sensitive area causes you pain.

Oftentimes in my office I get to know my patients rather well through conversations as the patient is being treated.  As a result I also learn about their children and their children’s athletic ventures.  But I am often shocked when patients look at me with a surprised face when I mention that I work on children, especially those who play sports and suffer from sports-related injuries. 

What type of energy work is Pranic Healing?  Pranic Healing is a practical and safe healing technology which focuses on accelerating the body’s own ability to heal itself.  What is Prana?  Prana is that life energy which keeps the body alive and healthy.  In Polynesian it is called Mana, in Chinese Chi (that’s why we have Tai-Chi and Chi-Qong), in Japanese Ki (that’s why we have Aikido and Reiki).

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.

Promoters of facial acupuncture claim this procedure can literally take years off your face since it eliminates facial lines, eye bags and other skin problems.  Known for its pain-relieving properties, acupuncture is also widely used in China to prevent the onset of wrinkles.  Proponents say regular treatments can stimulate the flow of blood and energy through the skin and delay the signs of aging.

The first thing that you will need to consider when choosing a dentist is your insurance carrier.  Whether you have insurance, a state plan such as Medicaid or Medicare, or no insurance, your choice of dentist depends upon the type of insurance you have and how you will ultimately pay for your dental services. If you have no insurance, then you will most likely want to begin calling local dentists to find out if any of them offer a payment plan.