Troubleshooting Migraines—Eliminating Triggers—Part 2
By Alexander Germanis Whether firing a gun or using a squirt bottle of kitchen cleanser, neither object will perform its action without a squeeze of the trigger. It is the trigger that sets off the next action. Indeed, any initial act or object that sets off a series of actions is called a trigger. But […]
Heritage Health Therapy & Senior Care — A Leader in Senior Care Since 1963
Submitted by Heritage Health Heritage Health: Therapy & Senior Care has been part of the fabric of the Bloomington-Normal community for 55 years and counting. Today, the biggest growth in population is with people aged 65 and older. People are living longer, healthier lives thanks to advancements in medical care and technology. Heritage has evolved […]
Pregnancy, Sleep, and Prenatal Health
Submitted by Koala Center for Sleep and TMJ Disorders From the moment the pregnancy test turns positive, a new mom is thinking of her baby. For first-time mothers, along with the excitement comes a host of questions and concerns. What should I eat? What shouldn’t I eat or drink? Which prenatal vitamins are the best? […]
20 Happy for 2020 and Beyond!
Submitted by Bond Eye Associates Imagine not having to struggle with contact lenses every morning and then removing them from your dried-out eyes at night. Imagine not having to push your glasses up your nose constantly, or stopping everything to wipe off the streaks and fingerprints on the lenses. Imagine not having to squint at […]
How to Heal Plantar Fasciitis—Part II
By John M. Sigle, DPM, FACFAS, Foot & Ankle Center of Illinois This article is the second part of a series that explains how to heal plantar fasciitis. (PLAN-tur fas-e-I-tis). This condition is one pf the most common forms of heel pain that we see in our clinics. Most people (90 percent) who have plantar […]
Joseph Health Group—A Non-Surgical Approach to ending Joint Pain
It’s an exciting time to have knee pain—or shoulder pain, or hip pain for that matter. Well, maybe not exciting, but there are now more appealing options for joint pain sufferers than ever before. There is, however, excitement at the Joseph Health Group. They’re positioned at the forefront of a breakthrough surgical alternative called Regenerative […]
The Right Solution for Your Hearing Problem
By Ellen Verlo, MA, CCC-A Q: What devices, other than hearing aids, are available to help me when I’m not hearing well? A: There are literally thousands of devices available to help someone who is having hearing difficulties. If you have hearing loss, hearing aids are going to be on the top of the list. […]
Are Cheat Days Worth It?
By Heather Kiddoo, Live Active 563 Nutrition & Wellness If you have ever been on a “diet,” or tracked your food using a food logging app such as My Fitness Pal, Lose It or a FitBit, you probably know what a cheat day is. If not, here we go. What is a cheat day? A […]
Venous Insufficiency and Its Consequences
Submitted by Dr. Olson, Simply Vein Many dismiss the appearance of spider veins as a sign of aging. Maybe your mother had them. Maybe your legs feel heavy and fatigued but show no outward signs of the knotty tangles that protruded from your uncle’s calves. Perhaps your thighs and lower legs throb constantly, disrupting your […]
Experience Makes a Difference at Heartland—Moline
By Benjamin Goodin When choosing a center for rehabilitation and skilled nursing services, experience makes a difference. You want to choose a team that not only has experience in their field, but also with your condition, such as cardiac, pulmonary, orthopedic or neurological care. Heartland Health Care Center—Moline has both expertise and experience and has […]