Recover & Return
By Alexander Germanis The human body is capable of some truly incredible physical feats. Some people run 100-mile endurance races, some compete in grueling triathlons, and others can perform gravity-defying gymnastics. Amazing skills are not limited to the athletic world, of course. Musicians and artists often utilize tremendous dexterity to perform complex concertos or […]
A BETTER WAY TO MANAGE PAIN
Discovering Pain Management Solutions During Pain Awareness Month Submitted by Mississippi Valley Surgery Center Chronic pain—a not-so-uncommon issue that can make daily activities nearly unbearable. While occasional, short-term pain is standard and typically easy to treat on your own, chronic pain persists—firing signals in the nervous system for weeks, months, or even years. […]
CHOOSING INDEPENDENCE IN RETIREMENT — Elizabeth’s Story
Submitted by Friendship Manor Some may find it interesting when a healthy, active, independent woman in her mid-70s chooses to move into a retirement community. For Elizabeth, the decision just made sense. “Friendship Manor is a well-established community with continuum care,” she said. “I wanted to become part of the community while I could […]
How Long Do Hearing Aids Last?
By Shelby Garrison, Au.D., Audiology Consultants If you or a loved one has hearing loss and uses hearing aids, you may be wondering how long they will last and what you can do to extend their lifespan. Hearing aids are an investment, and with proper care, they can last for several years. Here are […]
You May BE the Cure Someone Is Waiting for!
Submitted by BE THE MATCH Maureen Leuba’s journey battling Acute Myeloid Leukemia was a defining moment in her life. She is not alone. Every three minutes, someone in the United States is diagnosed with a blood cancer or other blood disease that requires a blood stem cell transplant to survive. Unfortunately, 70 percent of […]
Staying True – Orthopaedic Ankle Replacement
By Alexander Germanis During the spring planting season, it is not uncommon to see young saplings planted down boulevards or in someone’s front yard that are anchored with guy wires or ropes to stabilize them and keep them upright during their formative years of growth. Without these supports, the trees could easily grow out of […]
How Much Money Will I Need In Retirement?
By Heidi Huiskamp, Founder and CEO of Huiskamp Collins Investments, LLC It’s THE big question. You might hate your job and yearn to retire, but feel overwhelmed by all the articles you see that tell you you’ll need $1 million or more to comfortably turn in your company keys. Unfortunately, most pre-retirees in the […]
Earwax
Why Do We Have It? Why Do We Need It? How Do I Clean My Ears? By Shelby Garrison, Au.D. Cerumen is commonly known as earwax. Everyone has it; some more than others. But why do we have it? Why do we need it? How are we supposed to keep our ears clean? Earwax […]
Communication and Education: A Patient’s Guide To Outpatient Procedures
Submitted by Mississippi Valley Surgery Center Scheduling, planning, and preparing for a surgical procedure can be nerve-wracking and intimidating. That’s true of simple procedures like a child getting their tonsils out, as well as more complex surgeries like a total joint replacement. By the time a patient is referred for a surgery, there’s already […]
The Downside of Debit Cards
By Heidi Huiskamp, Founder and CEO of Huiskamp Collins Investments, LLC You probably love your debit card. It’s convenient, accepted everywhere, helps keep your spending in check (you can’t spend more than is in your account), there are no annual fees, and you can get cash back. What’s not to like? The majority of […]