Oh! The Pain in my Back!
Lower back pain is common. In fact, in the US it is a leading reason for a trip to see the doctor. There are many
Lung Cancer Screening and (New) Recommendations
When it comes to cancer, lung cancer leads the list of the most deadly for men and women in the US. Fighting this disease has
Case Study: Pyloric Stenosis or “Why Babies Get Ultrasounds”
We don’t like to expose infants to radiation, however sometimes we need to take a look inside. (Cue celebratory music…) This is why ultrasound is
Ankles: Sprains and Pains
For any building to be upright, it requires a solid foundation. Such is true for the human body: if what’s below the knees goes wonky
Knees: Scrapes, Twists and Tears
Knees are famous for scrapes (and bees). Little kids play rough and tumble and when they do, they land on ‘em. Little band-aids on a
Shoulder Pain: When You Can’t Shrug It Off
The shoulder is a complex joint of mythical strength (at least if your name is Atlas and you’re carrying the weight of the world on
Shoulders, Knees and Toes, Knees and Toes
Over the next few posts we’re going to highlight some common injuries affecting familiar joints. As the title suggests, we’re starting near the top.
Bone Density: High Impact
And you thought jumping rope was just for fun… Well, it is! But it also might be good for the health of your bones. We’re
Bone Density: What Is DEXA?
Dual photon x-ray absorbtiometry? That sounds like something that happened to Bruce Banner (okay, those were gamma rays…). But we promise, you won’t turn green
Brain Boost: Kids and Screens
Bringing children into the world brings organized chaos to your life. There are things they do on a regular basis, like eat and sleep –
