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July 15, 2022
New robotic technology promises better outcomes in total knee replacement surgery
Do you know anyone that has undergone a total knee replacement and is disappointed with the results? Are you, on the other hand, someone who suffers from daily knee pain from severe osteoarthritis and is concerned about major surgery?
Weight Gain Impacts People and Pets, Too
September 24, 2021
Weight Gain Impacts People and Pets, Too
If you found yourself gaining some extra weight over the past year and a half, it’s possible you aren’t alone! Experts say those long days of alternating COVID lockdowns and restrictions kept us at home could also impact our pets.
Veterinarians are reporting an increase in animal obesity. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, an estimated 60% of cats and 56% of dogs in t...
Common running injuries to the feet
April 06, 2015
Common running injuries to the feet
As part of your fitness plan for this year many of you may want to, or have already started a running program, or scores of you may have completed the grueling 13.1 or 26.2 mile runs on the recent Marathon Bahamas course.
August 27, 2019
There are New and Less Painful Ways to Treat Degenerative Hip Conditions
Having to deal with a degenerative hip condition is very painful and can significantly lower your function and quality of life. Playing golf, tennis, or even playing with your grandchildren becomes difficult and simple things just like tying your own shoes may seem like a daily battle...
May Is Arthritis Awareness Month
May 07, 2019
May Is Arthritis Awareness Month
So what is Arthritis? Arthritis is an inflammation of the joints. It can affect one joint or multiple joints. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis, with different causes and treatment methods. Two of the most common types are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
March 13, 2019
"Surgeons from South Florida to Share Latest Advancements during the 47th Annual Scientific Education Conference in Bahamas"
The Medical Association of the Bahamas has invited the Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Surgeon Dr. Alex Fokin, and Pediatric Otolaryngologist Dr. Sweeti Shah, from the South Florida Institution Memorial Healthcare System...
February 04, 2019
The Skinny on Fat Dogs and Cats-Managing obesity in pets
It is not just humans who fight the battle of the bulge. According to a recently released study, obesity in pets is a growing problem with 56% of dogs and 60% of domestic cats in the U.S. tipping the scales at an unhealthy weight...
Help Knees Feel Better With This Fruit
August 18, 2010
Help Knees Feel Better With This Fruit
Creaky knees? Maybe snacking on these every day could help bring a little comfort - grapes. The res-ver-a-trol in grapes has long been praised for its heart-healthy properties.
Joint Pain Loves Women
December 10, 2010
Joint Pain Loves Women
Research shows that women suffer from joint pain to a greater extent than men. Causes of joint pain in women include: rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and other autoimmune diseases (lupus, and multiple sclerosis) which strike approximately three times more women than men. And fibromyalgia (fy-bro-my-al-ja) affects women eight times more frequently than men. Female hormones are believed to play a role in ...
Good Food For Your Knees
August 17, 2010
Good Food For Your Knees
For more youthful knee joints - or anything that bends - consider what?s in your kitchen. These six foods could be your best medicine: berries, ginger, avocado, flaxseeds, omega-3-rich fish, and soy.
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