…a vital tool for urologists and their patients More and more urologists are referring their patients with bladder symptoms to physical therapists, with excellent results. In physical therapy, patients learn how to properly use their pelvic floor muscles to help retrain their bladder; they learn about foods and drinks that may be contributing to the problem, as … [Read more...] about Physical Therapy for Overactive Bladder…
Neuromodulation Provides Relief for Patients with Chronic Back Pain
…adapted from the technology behind pacemakers, spinal cord stimulation is reducing and even eliminating pain. By Michael Ingraham, MD, Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center In pain medicine, the most common complaint we hear in an average day – and we hear it every day – is back pain. It’s not surprising, given that more than 80 percent of the population … [Read more...] about Neuromodulation Provides Relief for Patients with Chronic Back Pain
Acute Care Surgery at EVMS
… providing 24/7, 365 emergency surgical and critical care Acute Care Surgery is an evolving specialty that arose following a 2005 survey conducted by the American College of Surgeons. The survey demonstrated that trauma and critical care surgeons were increasingly responsible for emergency surgical care; in fact, nearly 75 percent of emergency departments … [Read more...] about Acute Care Surgery at EVMS
Mental Health Services in Virginia
Where are We Now? By Bonnie P. Lane, Attorney at Law Goodman Allen Donnelly PLLC The sufficiency of Virginia’s behavioral health laws has been thrust into the spotlight due to two tragic events: the shooting at Virginia Tech in 2007, and the November 2013 attack on Senator Creigh Deeds by his mentally ill son. The Senator’s son was sent home after a psychiatric … [Read more...] about Mental Health Services in Virginia
Mindfulness as a Treatment for Chronic Pain
By F. Cal Robinson, PsyD The rigors of contemporary life have left scores of people unwell in mind and body. For many, modern medical and psychological treatments haven’t satisfactorily addressed their need for health, peace and well-being. Thus, we’re witnessing a return to ancient and tested practices, including holistic health care, plant-based diets, … [Read more...] about Mindfulness as a Treatment for Chronic Pain
