During their lifetime, a shocking 75% of Americans will experience foot pain. Foot pain of any kind can become debilitating and should be addressed with a foot doctor as soon as possible. Foot pain can not only penetrate all areas of your life like work, exersices, taking care your family, etc., but it can also create other health problems. Twenty…
Month: June 2014
Four Major Warning Signs That It’s Time to Find an Eye Doctor
Do you need specialized eye treatment and care? Your local vision care experts are there to provide the best solutions for your needs, including advanced eye surgery options. One common procedure is cataract surgery, which can significantly improve your vision. But you may wonder, are stitches used in cataract surgery? The answer depends on the type of cataract surgery performed,…
Where You Can Find Physical Therapists
Accidents and injuries can limit a person’s ability to perform daily tasks. The good news is that physical therapy programs can help individuals get back to their level of functioning. The procedure also helps to improve the wellbeing and health of the patient. If you have a physical problem, ask your doctor to refer you to a physical therapy company…
Three Ways to Get Healthy, Attractive Skin
Did you know that more than 10 million surgical and nonsurgical cosmetic treatments were performed in the United States in 2012? This is because cosmetic procedures are designed to improve the appearance of certain areas of the body, such as the skin. In fact, there are several cosmetic skin treatments available, and each one is beneficial in its own way.…
What Can Acupuncture Do For You?
These days, many people are looking to alternative health practices to supplement the Western medicine they already rely on. One such practice is acupuncture, which is rooted in ancient Chinese medicine. Acupuncture has become very popular in recent times, 6.5% of Americans attest to having undergone acupuncture treatments, and of those, 22% visited an acupuncturist during the past year. In…
Urgent Care Centers How They Can Make Your Community Healthier
Over the last few years, the number of urgent care facilities has risen dramatically in order to support the overused infrastructure of the Emergency Room system. Now I am sure that many readers already know how overcrowded and expensive emergency rooms can be. Two years ago I broke my arm while riding my skateboard to work and it took eight…
Understanding Clinical Depression
Major depression has become more and more prevalent in recent years. Although the phrase has been thrown around a great deal, many people still have misguided notions about what depression actually is; what are the causes of depression and what are the symptoms of depression are questions to which the average lay person does not know the answers. As well,…
Emergency Rooms Tack On Upfront Fees
Why is going to the ER about to get even more expensive? According to ER doctors, too many Americans are abusing emergency departments and emergency care, and hospitals are no longer going to stand for it. On top of bills that may amount to tens of thousands, ERs will also be tacking on upfront charges for some patients. Who will…
Dermatology Solutions to Build Confidence
No matter where you are in life, skin care is important at any age. However, finding the right dermatologist might be difficult and even expensive, especially if you do not have insurance. The good news is that because of the popularity of skin care and its benefits to overall health, you may be able to find a discount dermatologist near…