Living the Spirit of Christmas
By Alexander Germanis Over 2000 years ago, a very special baby was born into this world—a child whose life would influence and change the course of history. Every December 25th, this birth—the birth of Jesus Christ—is celebrated the world over. Although young Jesus was protected, raised, and taught by loving parents, not all children experience […]
Trick or Treat “Smell My Feet”
Well, Summer is officially gone. Sadly, sandals and flip flops have given way to socks, boots, and shoes which are bound to encounter more than a little odor at some point. There can be many causes of odor in your shoes, and, surprisingly, only one of them is your feet! The real source of the […]
6 Sleep Myths
Submitted by J. Todd Gray, DDS, D. ASBA, Koala Center for Sleep Disorders Sleep is one of our three pillars of health, along with diet and exercise. However, there are many misconceptions about sleep. Following are six of the most common. Myth 1: Sleep is a time when your body and brain shut down for […]
The Most Expensive Utility Repairs
By Jerry Butler, Americas Underground Solutions a Division of Americas Plumbing Company There are two very expensive utility repairs—especially on an older home—that are usually overlooked by homeowners. Care to guess what these might be? Give yourself a gold star if you said sewer and water service repairs and/or replacements. Many people do not realize […]
Innovative Imaging for Everyone
By Julie Workman We make hundreds of choices every day. Some big, some small. Some with lasting impact, some not. Some small: Wait in line for your chai latte and risk being late for work? Put your homemade coffee in a to-go cup, and be sure to arrive on time? Some bigger: Opt-in to remote […]
Perfectionism: Is It Good or Bad?
By Jenn Bovee, LCSW, CRADC, CCHt, EMDR Trained, The Mental Wellness Center We often view perfectionism as a positive personality trait. After all, if you hire someone to paint your home, do your taxes, provide a surgical procedure, or numerous other tasks, you want them to do it right—to get it perfect! But perfectionism—which is […]
3 Ways to Control Shedding
Submitted by Nilla’s Tub DIY Dog Wash & Health Food Store Dogs shed. It’s simply what they do! Shedding is normal year-round and while some breeds shed less than others, most will typically shed more—sometimes a lot more—in spring and fall with the changing of the seasons. The amount and frequency of shedding will be […]
BACK PAIN: Set Back or Come Back?
By Drew Henneberg, DPT, Advanced Rehab & Sports Medicine With summer coming to a close, fall is right around the corner. The return of the fall season brings with it a host of fun activities like bonfires, pumpkin patches, and hay rides. Along with the fun, the fall also brings leaf pickup, yardwork, and preparing […]
An Investment in Healthy Skin
By Becky Wiese One sign of a patient-centered medical practice is how it responds to patients’ needs and requests. A good example can be found in Oasis Medical Spa & Wellness, which is an extension of services offered through Twin City Plastic Surgery. When patients started asking questions about skin care after their surgery and […]
Why I Don’t Give Narcotics for Back Pain
By Charles L. Rosen, MD, PhD, Central Illinois Neuro Health Science One of the most frequent complaints a patient can have in their life is back pain. Back pain can be horrendous. It can literally bring a patient to their knees. Patients with severe back pain often can not work, exercise, play, or even sleep. […]