Health

Who needs physical therapy after orthopedic surgery? The short answer is: everyone. Anyone who undergoes orthopedic surgery – whether it’s total or partial joint replacement,

Q. When I leave practice at the end of the day my muscles feel like jelly. How can I tell the difference between stress that

FAQs About Thyroids Even though this tiny, butterfly-shaped gland keeps our bodies functioning properly every day, most of us don’t even realize it exists. January

The Link Between Winter & Cardiac Events Ah, winter… the crisp, cold air means the season for hot cocoa, gingerbread, and Bing Crosby has arrived.

By Katherine Ladny Mitchell In 1928, Professor Alexander Fleming was sorting through bacterial cultures when he noticed some mold in a petri dish. Upon closer

How Common are Allergies in Older Adults? An estimated 20 to 30% of the world’s population now suffers from allergic diseases such as hay fever

Recognizing Peripheral Artery Disease What is PAD? Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a process where plaque – or fatty deposits – builds up in the

What is Alzheimer’s Disease? Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills and, eventually, the ability to carry