April 7, 2015
Statin medications have been prescribed for people with cholesterol problems. Since they were first introduced on the market, various reports have revealed their benefits and dangers. Most doctors who prescribe statins know to look for the potential adverse effects and warn patients about them. Common […]
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March 9, 2015
Pelvic Pain and Sexual Rejuvenation by Hal S Blatman, MD Medical care for women’s sexual needs lags far behind what is available for men. Personal issues of pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction, and stress incontinence have not received the level of attention that has been given […]
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August 4, 2014
Scoliosis is a spinal curvature that develops in children during their growing years. It results in a three-dimensional deformity that leaves the developing spine growing into a spiral. Curves of more than 25º occur in about one out of 1000 U.S. children. Also, about 70% […]
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June 19, 2014
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common condition that can affect anyone who repetitively uses their forearms and hands. Every year, more than 500,000 people in the U.S. undergo CTS surgery, one of the most common surgeries for the hands. Sometimes, the results are good, […]
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May 22, 2014
Almost anyone who has played a sport or enjoyed exercise has received specific advice on treating injuries and swelling. Even for minor injuries or after coming off regular, many of us have been taught to: Apply ice. Get rest. Elevate the injured body part. Use […]
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May 15, 2014
Award reflects company’s consistently high level of customer service Blatman Health and Wellness Center has earned the service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award, reflecting an exemplary year of service provided to members of the consumer review service in 2013. “We are dedicated to […]
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December 30, 2013
Within the last decade, much has been written about fibromyalgia and its connection to small fiber neuropathy. A notable study published in the medical journal Pain in 2013 reported that many participants with fibromyalgia tested for small fiber polyneuropathy. More recently, researchers pointed out that it can […]
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December 20, 2013
You do not have to look hard to find an article or news report suggesting that nutritional supplements have no benefit. Indeed, not all vitamins or dietary supplements will help everyone the same way. However, despite the documented benefits that vitamins bring to many people, […]
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December 10, 2013
“I’ve heard of fibromyalgia, but what is it, and is it real?” The diagnosis and treatment of fibromyalgia have been subjects of controversy for many years. Today, fibromyalgia remains complex and sometimes challenging to diagnose. Despite what some critics might say about its origins and […]
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July 13, 2013
Muscles can be susceptible to many different pain conditions. Pulled muscles can cause mild soreness, as well as very sharp, stabbing, or radiating pain. Old injuries like recurrent back and shoulder problems that “act up” after certain activities are usually related to pain in the […]
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