If you struggle with catching your breath, smoke, have symptoms of lung disease such as asthma, or are about to undergo a major surgery, your physician may order pulmonary function tests (PFTs). These non-invasive tests reveal how well your lungs are working, by measuring your ability to take in oxygen. They…
Summertime brings with it warm temperatures, extended days, and typically more time spent outside soaking up the sun with family and friends. If you’re packing a suitcase or beach bag or planning a game of pick-up soccer, take a moment to learn the dangers of physical exertion and prolonged sun…
Your kidneys are two bean-shaped organs that are located in the upper abdominal area against the back muscles. The kidneys are relatively small (when compared to other vital organs), yet play a crucial role in the daily function of your body. The Role of Your Kidneys Your kidneys are composed…
If you’re one of 29 million people living with diabetes, you’re at risk of diabetic neuropathy, a condition caused by diabetes. Diabetic neuropathy occurs for several reasons that are all related to long-term damage caused by extended periods of high blood sugar. Before going into the specific…
If you snore, you know that it can cause stress between you and your bed partner. You know that it can affect activities you enjoy, like camping with friends and family. But are you aware that loud snoring may be a sign of sleep apnea, a serious disorder that affects…
If you or someone you know needs to keep a close eye on their blood sugar, you may have been exposed to the term ‘blood glucose monitoring’. But are you familiar with the ‘why’ and ‘how’ behind the practice of blood glucose monitoring? With 29 million Americans…
Every year, 1 million people in the United States are diagnosed with shingles. This means that over a lifetime, 30% of all Americans can expect to get shingles one or more times. It should come as no surprise that over the last decade, demand…
The human foot contains 26 bones, 33 joints, 107 ligaments, and 19 muscles and tendons. Combined, the 52 bones in the feet make up almost ¼ of all the bones in the human body. With that in mind, when you abuse your feet, you’re putting strain on up to 25%…
Debilitating and persistent knee pain can reduce your mobility, lessen your quality of life, and limit your ability to work. Knee pain has many causes including injury, disease, or structural disorders, but one of the most common sources of knee pain is osteoarthritis. When knee pain…
When you get injured, your first thought may be to make an appointment directly with an orthopedic surgeon, chiropractor, or sports medicine physician. But these are not your only options; there is a relatively new discipline that helps a wide range of patients, including those suffering from injury, disease, or…
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