Medical

You have pain from an ingrown toenail and it’s getting worse.  But since it’s only a toe, why bother visiting a podiatrist? After all, it’s just an ingrown toenail.  It’s not serious.  Is it?

Headaches are generally classified into several basic types, including sinus, cluster, tension and migraine.  Improper alignment of the teeth can play a significant role in certain types of headaches, as well as other head and neck pain.

Migraine headache pain interrupts life.  People who are incredibly strong can be crippled when a migraine strikes.  Pain throbs on the side of the head and often goes behind the eyes.  It can be so intense that it can cause vomiting.  There are many triggers for migraine, but the most common are contracted veins and stresses of all kinds.

You might be surprised to know that the design and function of many of today’s electric toothbrushes are little changed from the one’s first available over 50 years ago.  However, the sonic (Sonicare®) and oscillating/ pulsating brushes (Braun Oral B®) are based on relatively new dental technologies and offer distinct advantages over the electric brushes of the past.

I’ve been asked to write about spouses working a business together.  Though this is something that many couples dream of, the dynamic of working together can be challenging.  To make this work, the relationship must be very strong and each must have a clear understanding of their specific roles.

You have probably heard people say they have a slipped or ruptured disk in their neck or lower back.  What these people really mean is that they have a herniated disc, a common source of neck, lower back and arm or leg pain.  

Successful use of contact lenses is highly dependent on how you care for them.  Unless you’re using daily disposables, it’s necessary to clean and disinfect lenses and lens cases daily.  Without scrupulous care, your lenses may become compromised, increasing the risk of infection and other problems.

Abdominal distention is common in clinic.  Distention and fullness are likely to occur in both the upper and lower abdomen.  The stomach is located in the upper abdomen, while the small and large intestine are in the lower; they jointly assimilate food and excrete wastes.

What is a Bunion?
A bunion is an enlargement of the joint at the base of the big toe that forms when the bone or tissue at the big toe joint moves out of place. Since this joint carries a lot of the body’s weight while walking, bunions can cause extreme pain if left untreated. The following is a brief description and complications of a bunion deformity:

You or a family member has just been diagnosed with cancer and the doctor believes that you or your family member is a good candidate for IGRT.  So, what is IGRT?  The letters stand for Image-Guided Radiation Therapy.  It is one of the most cutting-edge technologies in your fight against cancer.  IGRT combines imaging and treatment capabilities in a single machine.  IGRT is also the most advanced form of radiation therapy currently available.

Weight loss and weight control go hand-in-hand because we desire the loss and maintenance of weight loss.  This can be a complex problem, but it can be conquered with a healthy diet, exercise and stress reduction.
Acupuncture does not have the wonder drug effect in the treatment of weight control. 

It’s time to evaluate the Food Guide Pyramid.  The Food Guide Pyramid that we all know was given to us by the USDA in 1992 to replace our beloved four food groups.  The four food groups was marketed by the USDA in the early 70s and it encouraged us to eat a balanced diet of fruits and vegetables, breads and cereals, milk or cheese and meat, fish or fowl.  The 1992 Food Guide Pyramid is more specific, recommending:

Ahhh, summer is finally here.  The sun is out, the grills are hot and people are generally just having fun.  You may even be planning a family trip.  And if you’re like me, you want to take your family to far and exotic lands with different sounds, smells and tastes.  But no matter where your travels take you, be it St. Lucia, India, Costa Rica or even to Baja, certain precautions must be taken to ensure that you and your loved ones have a safe and enjoyable time abroad.

The Foot & Ankle Institute of Valencia would like to thank you for making our first year in our new office a great one.  We established a presence in Valencia about three-and-a-half years ago, sharing office space with some other local physicians.  We have grown from that small beginning to being able to open our own full-time office in June 2006.  We are celebrating our one-year anniversary this summer. 

Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital has received the necessary approvals to obtain $75 million in public financing through the issuance of bonds to pay for several important expansion and infrastructure projects.
The bonds will help finance projects that are essential for the hospital’s ability to continue its delivery of essential healthcare services.  Such projects include:

Millions of Americans with hearing loss could benefit from hearing aids but have not obtained them.
Consumers are sometimes concerned about the appearance of a hearing aid, but a hearing loss is much more conspicuous than a hearing aid.  There is no Consumer Reports type of matrix comparing specific brands or models of hearing aids.  That is because it is not like buying a washing machine.  Everyone’s hearing loss is different.  

We’re the lucky ones.  We’re the generation that grew up with fluorides, gum treatments and high dental health expectations.

Not that long ago, popular wisdom held that you held onto your teeth for a while, then began having the problems extracted and finally at about 60 or so, settled into dentures.

Do you have red, irritated, burning, dry eyes?  Your local optometrist can help you treat or cure these problems.  In today’s environment, we have a multiple of options to help treat dry eyes.  Understanding all of your options and how they would or would not fit into your lifestyle is the key to success.