The Role of Physical Therapy in Managing Chronic Pain By Dave Renfro, with AI assistance Physical therapy is emerging as a foundation in the care of seniors facing the daily challenges of chronic pain. It's about more than just temporary fixes; it offers a path to improved mobility, less pain, and a better overall lifestyle. Physical therapy stands out because it goes … [Read more...] about Revolutionizing Senior Care:
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Be Aware of the Potential Major Tax Law Changes Coming Soon
By Matthew R. Staul, EA, MBA With the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA) set to expire in 2026, we could see some major changes to the tax laws in the next couple of years. If the current laws are not extended, tax brackets, standard deductions, child tax credits, alternative minimum tax, cash contribution limitations, and gift tax exemptions will be affected. Tax … [Read more...] about Be Aware of the Potential Major Tax Law Changes Coming Soon
Vasectomy
A Safe and Stress-Free Option for Family Planning By Samay Sappal, MD Persistent apprehension about the vasectomy process has left many men reluctant to consider a simple and effective form of permanent birth control. Unlike tubal ligation, vasectomy is an outpatient procedure with an extremely low risk of complications. Depending on a patient’s anatomy, the average … [Read more...] about Vasectomy
Advancements in Treating Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Dysfunction
Mark W. McFarland, DO & Raj N. Sureja, MD In our practice, we diagnose many patients who suffer from sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction, who may have been previously treated for idiopathic chronic low back pain. The National Institutes of Health states, “Sacroiliac joint (SIJ) pain is an underappreciated source of mechanical low back pain, affecting between 15 and 30% of … [Read more...] about Advancements in Treating Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Dysfunction
Ehler’s Danlos Syndrome: Raising Awareness for the “Zebras”
By Rosemarie “Rosie” E. McFather, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC We are all taught in our medical training that common things occur commonly; however, in some cases, when we hear hoof beats, we may need to look out for a dazzle of zebras. Ehler’s Danlos Syndrome (EDS), a hereditary connective tissue disorder resulting from genetic mutations in various connective tissues, was previously … [Read more...] about Ehler’s Danlos Syndrome: Raising Awareness for the “Zebras”
