When diagnosed with cancer, you face a range of challenges – physical and emotional. Did you know that yoga can help cancer patients feel better? Yoga offers a holistic approach to healing, incorporating not just physical postures, but also breathing techniques, meditation, and mindfulness practices. These elements can reduce inflammation and enhance overall well-being. Additionally, […]
Have you heard of osteopathic doctors (DOs)? Can you trust osteopathic doctors? Do they have the same qualifications as medical doctors (MDs)? Importantly, in the US there are two types of medicine (and medical schools): allopathic and osteopathic. Allopathic* schools provide a traditional medical curriculum, focusing on treating symptoms and diseases using drugs, radiation, and/or […]
Dealing with depression and anxiety is not uncommon after suffering a traumatic injury. Overcoming these mental health issues requires courage, compassion, and commitment. Also, communicating openly with doctors about feelings is highly important in healing. The road to recovering emotional stability may feel long and challenging at times. However, taking small, consistent steps to seek […]
It’s very scary to learn you have breast cancer. Certainly, you worry if this will lead to your death. But it’s also natural to worry about what treatments you will need, how you will tolerate them, and what your body will look like after treatment. If you have breast cancer, you may be considering a […]
Getting a cancer diagnosis is probably one of the scariest things that can happen to a person. Certainly, you worry if cancer will take your life. And you worry if you will be able to tolerate the treatments, including the potential impact on the quality of your life. Fortunately, advances in research have improved cancer […]
No one enjoys spending time with someone who is a “pain in the neck”. Nor do we like doing a task we consider “a pain in the neck”. Despite the annoyances caused by these types of situations, there is a serious pain in the neck that can cause serious health issues. Neck instability between the […]
Hearing a Parkinson’s disease diagnosis is scary. Whether you’re the patient or a family member, it’s overwhelming. Certainly, you worry about what your future holds. Will Parkinson’s make it impossible to work, walk, function independently? How will it impact your family? The tips in this blog for managing Parkinson’s disease can make it easier for […]
Certainly, getting a cancer diagnosis is one of the scariest moments of life. You worry about your chance of survival and the impact cancer will have on you and your family. Additionally, it’s natural to worry about how you will manage possible treatment side effects. Before treatment can begin, you and your doctor will discuss […]
Life can throw unexpected challenges our way, and one of the most daunting is receiving a serious medical diagnosis. Whether it’s a chronic illness, a life-threatening condition, or a rare disease, such news can be overwhelming, leaving individuals and their loved ones grappling with a whirlwind of emotions. Coping with a serious diagnosis is difficult […]
If you are the family caregiver for a senior, you may be dealing with urinary and/or bowel incontinence, which can occur in seniors due to physical and/or cognitive health issues. Certainly, you want your loved one to retain their independence, dignity, and overall quality of life, but incontinence can have a major impact on all […]
