Shoe Shopping…Yuck!

July 26, 2009

Who’s ever heard of a girl that does not like to shop for clothes? Well, that’s me. The weird girl who holds onto shoes and clothes until every ounce of usefulness is gone. Even my husband has to beg me to throw something away. Alright, alright…
Lately, my back had been begging me for a [...]

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Tylenol Adds Up to Disaster

July 17, 2009

What happens when you take Tylenol Arthritis for joint pain, Excedrin for a headache, and NyQuil for a cold? Disaster happens; all of these products contain Tylenol (Acetaminophen, a.k.a. APAP) which is toxic in high quantities. The milligrams can add up over a 24 hour period of time. Those who do not read the labels [...]

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Let’s Go For A Walk

July 11, 2009

Do you remember learning to walk as a tumbling toddler? Probably not; however, walking is one of the most critical aspects of our lives for maintaining independence without an assistive device. So, even now, walking deserves some attention because over the years your abilities may be faltering. That walk may be turning into a waddle. [...]

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Rolling With the Changes

July 3, 2009

Have you ever been able to request music at your doctor’s office? The concept of “music therapy” in the healthcare setting is actually not unusual. Operating rooms and pediatric wards have been using music for years in an effort to comfort patients and reduce anxiety. I am happy to take requests in my office. In [...]

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