Dealing With Pain and Dysfunction
By David Jarrin, DDS, LMT, MyoTech Dental & Integrative Health Center The human body is designed to be healthy and to function efficiently for a lifetime. It also has the power to self-repair and heal. It is when we do things that cause the body to be out of balance that nature has trouble coping, […]
Honor and Comfort a Veteran
By Lora Fegler, Health Alliance My mother is a quilter. If anyone reading this knows a quilter or happens to be one yourself, you know that this is more a way of life than a hobby. Every important occasion in our family merits a quilt. Getting married? Quilt. Having a baby? Quilt. When you fly […]
Grinding and Clenching of the Teeth Part Two
By Jeffrey Bassman, DDS, PC In part two of this article, grinding and clenching will be discussed further with potential treatment. In part one of the article on grinding and clenching of the teeth, both were discussed as a form of bruxism. Bruxism is the involuntary gnashing, grinding, or clenching of teeth. It is usually […]
Do I Really Need to Have My Hearing Tested Every Year or Two?
By Heather Sandy, MA, CCC-A, Audiology Consultants One of the most common conditions affecting older adults is age-related hearing loss. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) reports approximately one in three people in the United States between the ages of 65 and 74 has hearing loss. Age-related hearing loss often occurs slowly over time and […]
Plant-Based Essential Oils Boost the Mind, Body, and Spirit During the Holidays
By Melinda Myers Ease into the hectic holiday season with the help of aromatherapy. The fragrances of plant-derived essential oils have long been used to improve the health of our minds, bodies, and spirits. Boost your energy and increase your focus as you work to balance working, family, and holiday fun. Peppermint has long been […]
Outpatient Total Joint Replacement at Crow Valley Surgery Center
Submitted by Crow Valley Surgery Center Rock Island native and former St. Ambrose Bee collegiate baseball player, Tim Carlin, 57, knew a family history of osteoarthritis could mean mid-life joint pain, but thanks to advancements in total joint replacement surgical techniques and treatments, Tim’s total hip replacement has been a different experience than his parents’ […]
If You Really Want to Change Your Life: Get a Buddy!
By Rachel Smith, ARNP, Weight Management at The Group, Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists Spend much time listening to or reading Dan Buettner’s work on the Blue Zones and you will quickly come to understand the power of community to positively influence health and longevity. This idea is taking hold in healthcare in ways that will […]
Checking on Mom and Dad
By Rick Banas of Gardant Management Solutions, Heritage Woods of Moline Unfortunately, while research strongly indicates that chronic disease and frailty are not normal consequences of aging, there is a significant likelihood that your parents will experience changes in their health as they grow older. The changes can be major, occurring in the blink of […]
Outpatient Knee Replacement Cures Chronic Pain for Quad-Citian
Submitted by Mississippi Valley Surgery Center Martie Wilson has suffered from knee pain for more than 50 years. For her, it all started in junior high when she fell on her right knee while playing with her friends. Assuming it was simply a minor sprain, she went back to running and playing within a few days. […]
ACL Reconstruction in Elite Athletes – Stay Fit and Seek the Latest Advancements in Orthopaedic Medicine
One of the easiest ways to ensure your body is at full strength to battle potential orthopaedic ailments is to remain physically active throughout your entire life. That’s right—get up and get moving! Physical activity encourages orthopaedic health “Physical activity creates stronger bones and muscles,” says Dr. John Hoffman, a fellowship-trained Sports Medicine Specialist and […]