October 31, 2020 0

Playing Games at Work

Who says we don’t have a sense of humor? Here we are having a bit of fun dressed up for Halloween, as we always do. Steve is Luigi, who apparently carries a pizza cutter wherever he goes.

July 3, 2018 0

Accuracy of Internet Information

Today many people rely on the internet as their main source of information. Most people can now easily access information about their medical conditions. However, it is important to realize that while the Internet can be a great place to obtain information, studies have shown that it is often incorrect or incomplete.

June 8, 2018 0

Trying Physical Therapy First For Low Back Pain May Curb Use Of Opioids

Though Americans spend an estimated $80 billion to $100 billion each year in hopes of easing their aching backs, the evidence is mounting that many pricey standard treatments — including surgery and spinal injections — are often ineffective and can even worsen and prolong the problem.

February 8, 2018 0

Exposing the “Crooked” Back Pain Industry

Aching back? Count yourself among the 62 million American adults searching for a cure. After spending decades and thousands of dollars on treatments for her chronic back pain, investigative journalist Cathryn Jakobson Ramin found a larger problem in the world of spine health.

December 8, 2017 0

Exercise might help keep seniors moving longer despite old age brain decline

By Bonnie Benton Older people who are physically active might be protecting themselves from the effects of small areas of brain damage that can affect their movement abilities, according to a new study. Findings were published March 11 on the website of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy[…]

November 8, 2017 0

Exercise, Not Diet, Has Most Impact On Weight As We Age

It won’t shock anyone to know that Americans tend to gain weight as they get older. But it is a little surprising that as Americans age and put on more body fat, the quality of their diets generally improves. In other words, Americans do try to correct their softening midsections with things like salads and lean proteins.