We’ve all seen that one person at the gym using a piece of equipment in a way it totally wasn’t designed for. Sometimes, equipment can be altered to see different results. For example, changing your hand position the lateral pull down bar can help you target different areas of your back, or even your biceps. […]
Neurological disorders is a catch-all term that includes medically complex diseases that attack the body’s central nervous system. Diseases such as Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis (MS) and Lou Gehrig’s disease, commonly called ALS, require specialized treatment plans. Our hospital uses a team approach to provide patients with an individualized plan that meets those specific needs. The team […]
(BPT) – Staying hydrated is a necessity, but sometimes it’s difficult to tell when your body needs water, especially during warmer months. Experts say on average men need 15 cups (3.6 liters) and women need 11 cups (2.6 liters) of water per day. Our bodies are about 60 percent water, and just losing 1.5 percent […]
by Marcie Seninsky, Program Manager, The TrueU Weight Loss at Advanced Endocrinology & Weight Management, Ritu Malik, M.D.Board Certified in Endocrinology and in Obesity Management Doesn’t everyone need a “Go-to” recipe? Here is one of my favorites, and, as it turns out, one of Dr. Malik’s favorites too. Shakshuka is a popular breakfast dish […]
Sonex: The Evolution of Carpal Tunnel Release Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is one of the most common conditions treated by Sports Medicine and Orthopedic physicians. It affects more than 12 million people per year in the US and carpal tunnel release is the second most common surgery performed, with over 230,000 performed annually. Carpal tunnel syndrome […]
(BPT) – Most of us look forward to the balmy breezes and cheerful sunshine brought about by spring and summer, especially those of us living in climates where winter is long, gloomy and bitterly cold. Yet as we get our shorts, polo shirts and swimsuits out of storage, it’s important to remind ourselves to stay […]
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH) is not something you hear about every day. In fact, this condition – caused by cerebrospinal spinal fluid (CSF) pressure within the skull that is too high – is considered a rare disorder because it affects only one in 100,000 Americans. Yet, with the epidemic of obesity in our country, a key […]
(BPT) – If you’re like many people, the warm months of summer are when you are most active outdoors. You’re not alone. The same is also true for fleas, ticks and mosquitoes. New findings show these pests are more than just an annoyance, they can pose a health risk. According to the Centers for Disease […]
It’s getting warmer outside; time for picnics , parties & backyard fun. I always like to serve or bring something that looks exciting and is healthy and delicious, and this “fruit platter” takes the cake, or, is the cake! Ingredients: 1 large roundish watermelon Assorted berries , honeydew and/or cantaloupe Juicy Watermelon “Cake” from Marcie’s […]
Today you have a one in five chance of developing skin cancer in your lifetime, and malignant melanoma, the most lethal type is the most rapidly increasing cancer in this country. The occurrence of melanoma is predicted to increase to one out of every 7 persons. Dramatic increases are occurring in both sexes, as well […]
