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Orthopedic SpecialistsRespond to Pickleball Interest

Pickleball Interest

Prevention is Key | Expert Care is Essential Did you know that pickleball has become the fastest growing sport in the U.S.? It’s a fun sport that requires low-impact aerobic exercise, and the fact that it requires four players makes it an enjoyable, social event. However, with all of this fun-filled activity, injuries are bound to happen. Orthopedic surgeons and …

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New Ways to Treat Neuropathy Offered at Natural Healing Arts Medical Center

By Dr. David S. Zamikoff Neuropathy is a condition that affects the nerves in your body which can cause a wide range of symptoms. The nerves in your body are responsible for transmitting signals from your brain to the rest of your body, so when they become damaged or diseased, they can interfere with these signals and cause various problems. …

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Unlocking Relief: Botox Injections for Neck Tension in Easing TMJ, Tinnitus, and Headaches

Unlocking Relief

By Dr. Jai Grewal In today’s fast-paced world, stress is often held in our bodies, particularly in the neck and shoulders. But what if there was a surprising solution to alleviate not just neck tension but also its ripple effects on common issues like TMJ, tinnitus, and headaches? Enter Botox, typically associated with cosmetic enhancements, now proving to be a …

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Effective & Proven Chronic Pain Relief with VAX-D®

Effective & Proven Chronic Pain Relief with VAX-D®

By Craig S. Aderholdt, BSc, DC VAX-D, short for Vertebral Axial Decompression, is a patented non-surgical therapy proven to successfully treat chronic low back pain, caused by prolapsed, bulging, herniated or degenerative discs, facet syndrome, stenosis and sciatica. Even post-surgical patients and those suffering from central canal or foraminal stenosis have reported significant pain relief with VAX-D therapy. Over a series …

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Protect Yourself from the Flu and Covid-19 with these Tips

Flu and Covid-19

By Alfonso L. Espinel, MD Influenza viruses travel through the air in droplets when someone with the infection coughs, sneezes or talks. You can inhale the droplets directly, or you can pick up the germs from an object — such as a telephone or computer keyboard — and then transfer them to your eyes, nose, or mouth. People with the …

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Varicose Veins vs. Spider Veins

Varicose Veins

Varicose veins are large, swollen, protruding blood vessels that twist and turn beneath the surface of your skin. Because they’re raised and large, they’re clearly visible. They will often cause swelling making your legs feel heavy or uncomfortable. They can also lead to more severe health conditions, like blood clots and leg ulcers. Several patients who suffer from varicose veins …

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Show your heart some love this Valentine’s Day by quitting smoking!

quitting smoking

We only have one heart, so we need to treat it with all the love, care, and attention we can. Quitting smoking will improve the health of your heart for many years to come. Tobacco use is the chief cause of preventable death and disease in the U.S. and can harm every organ and cell in the body. With over …

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Heart Disease in Seniors: Understanding the Silent Threat

Heart Disease

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for all genders, races, and ethnicities in the United States. According to the CDC, it claims a life every 34 seconds. That makes it so that roughly one out of every five deaths is a direct result of heart disease. That’s a statistic that’s hard to swallow. Are you at risk? With …

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Emerging Treatments for Age-Related Macular Degeneration: A Beacon of Hope for Adults Over 50

Macular Degeneration

Dr. Katia Taba, Board-Certified Ophthalmologist and Retinal Specialist Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) remains a prevalent concern for individuals over 50, affecting their vision and quality of life. This progressive eye condition gradually damages the macula, the central portion of the retina, leading to blurred or distorted vision and, in severe cases, vision loss. The impact of AMD on daily life …

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Finding Pacemaker Peace After Multiple ER Visits

Karen Moon feels lucky to be alive, because it wasn’t until David Buck, DO FACC, a cardiologist at Bradenton Cardiology Center, saw first-hand what was happening to Karen’s heart in real-time that her cardiac team was able to put a care plan into place. In early 2023, Karen, the 78-year-old female who resides in Bradenton, felt immense pressure on her …

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