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Mis-diagnosed Hip and Lower Back Pain?
by Jean Yasseer, P-C.M., of Total HealthCare Medical Centers, 07/01/09
The sacroiliac joint is often overlooked by most doctors. The sacroiliac joint or S/I joint is a semi-fixed joint, located approximately at the top of each buttock, between the hip joint and the lower back.
Stop The Ringing!
by Laura Dennison, President of Audiology Associates of Georgia, 7/01/09
Do you have a constant ringing in your ears? You are not alone. It is called tinnitus and there are 50 million Americans who suffer from it.
Connective Tissue Damage Syndrome (CTDS) and Treatment
by Jean Yasseer, P-C.M., of Total HealthCare Medical Centers, 03/01/09
Connective tissue includes the tendons, ligaments, cartilage and muscles that hold the joints together and allow for proper bio-mechanical movement.
Does Your Jaw “Lock Up” or Cause You Pain?
by Jean Yasseer, P-C.M., of Total HealthCare Medical Centers, 01/01/09
Does your jaw “lock up”, click or cause you pain when opened or closed or when you chew, or do you have headaches that can’t seem to be diagnosed?
Treating Pain Seriously
by Dr. Bill Almon, M.D., of Total HealthCare Medical Centers, 11/01/08
Many sufferers of chronic pain who have had disappointing results using strong drugs, cortisone injections and/or surgery...
What Did You Say?
by Laura Dennison, President of Audiology Associates of Georgia, 9/01/08
We’ve all heard jokes and laughed about someone misunderstanding what somebody else says and giving a completely unrelated answer. It’s funny when it is a joke but when you are the one who is misunderstanding it isn’t so easy to laugh about.
Electrolysis Removes Hair and Veins Permanently
by Linda White from Spa Fiori, 9/01/08
There is a quick and affordable solution to remove broken red capillaries and spider veins on your face and décolletage, and can permanently remove unwanted body hair. The treatment is called Electrolysis.
Modern Measures for Treating Pain’s Cause
by Dr. Bill Almon, M.D., of Total HealthCare Medical Centers, 5/01/08
Integrative, Regenerative and Manual Medicine (IRM) has been around for some time but only in the last 7 years or so has it gotten widespread attention...
How Fast Do You Feel You Are Aging?
by Helen Casson-West, LME, Pure Medical Day Spa, 1/01/08
Antioxidants are intimately involved in the prevention of cellular damage—unstable molecules known as FREE RADICALS; the pathway for cancer, aging and a variety of diseases. The scientific community has begun to unveil some of the mysteries surrounding this topic, and the media has begun whetting our thirst for knowledge...
Slow Down and Enjoy the Holidays!
by Elissa McGahren, 12/01/07, 12/01/07
The day after Halloween, I walked into a store and was greeted by holiday music and decorated trees! The first hint of PANIC began to stir in my stomach!
Exercise and Back Pain
by Dr. Bruce Miron, 10/01/07
No one likes to have back pain. Many cope with it by using ice, getting more rest and avoiding anything that worsens the pain. This makes sense if you have suffered an acute episode of back pain caused by minor sprains and strains. Not everyone knows that chiropractic care along with proper exercise is often the best way to help back pain...
Overcoming Depression
by Andrea Ferris, 09/01/07
One of my passions in life is helping those who suffer from depression. My heart was first broken with the reality and cruelty of depression when I saw it consume my sister’s life. My journey with this began over twenty years ago when I came home to face flashing police car lights, devastated parents, and a cold, white sheet...