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  • Robotic Surgery Offers Better Options in Hernia Repair

    If you have a painful hernia, you may have several options for surgery to repair it: open, laparoscopic and robotic. Robotic, a newer procedure in hernia surgery, offers several advantages to consider.

  • Post-Menopausal Syndrome—Could You Have It?

    You’re probably familiar with Premenstrual syndrome. Ninety percent of women say they get the symptoms of bloating, headaches and moodiness a week before their period. But did you know that women can get very similar symptoms toward the end of their period? Post-menopausal syndrome can affect women at the end of their cycle, causing emotional and physical discomfort as well.

  • Kidney Stones Are a Pain, But Minimally Invasive Treatments Can Help

    Kidney stones. Even the name sounds painful, and the idea of a hard, rock-like substance passing through the body isn’t pleasant. Climate and diet put Southerners more at risk of developing kidney stones . Fortunately, kidney stones rarely cause permanent damage when treated by a medical professional, and there are several minimally invasive treatments available to speed up resolution and recovery.

  • Hit Your Head? Don’t Ignore Signs of Concussion

    Playing a high-impact sport like football or hockey isn’t the only way to get a concussion. And kids aren’t the only ones who hit their heads. If you’re older than 65, you also are at risk.

  • 7 Ways to Maximize Your Brain’s Plasticity and Slow the Aging Process

    Babies assimilate information much faster than adults, thanks to brains that are incredibly moldable. But even as you age, that moldability -- called neuroplasticity -- can be strengthened in small ways to fight off mental decay, slow the aging process, lower your risk of dementia and Parkinson’s disease, and help you recover from a stroke,

  • I’ve Torn My Rotator Cuff. Can Physical Therapy Fix It?

    If you’ve suffered a rotator cuff injury, you’re undoubtedly hoping to avoid surgery. Fortunately, if you don’t have a complete tear, there’s a good chance you’ll be able to rehab with nonsurgical options, including steroid injections and physical therapy.

  • Sciatica Pain: What Causes It and How To Get Relief

    Sciatica is one of the most common types of nerve pain, affecting up to 40 percent of the population. Rather than being a disorder of its own, the pain is actually a symptom of several other lower back spinal disorders.

  • Could Hip Injury Advances Have Saved Bo Jackson’s Career?

    It’s difficult to talk about college or professional football without considering the impact that injuries have upon the lives of athletes. Over the decades, countless careers have been ended prematurely in a sport known for violent collisions.

  • Rhabdo: The Dark Side of Intense Workouts

    Most of us realize jumping into an intense workout too fast after sitting out for several months can cause injury. For weekend warriors, that often translates to a pulled muscle or shin splints. The majority of these side effects usually resolve with rest, a heating pad or some ibuprofen.

  • Bariatric Surgery Can Help You Sleep Better

    If you’re severely overweight or obese, you’re likely jolted out of sleep several times every night -- without even knowing it. Or, you may already spend your slumber hours hooked up to a CPAP machine to keep your breathing steady.