Even if you’re not a diehard fan of the coolest game on earth, it’s easy to be wowed by Shane “Doaner” Doan and Mike “Smitty” Smith’s impressive list of career achievements. Their combined accomplishments (just to name a few) include playing in the 2006 Winter Olympics, participating in multiple NHL All-Star Games, earning a combined 5 gold and silver medals at the IIHF World Championships, and the NHL record for most saves in a regulation shutout victory. In 2011, the Arizona (then Phoenix) Coyotes brought home their first Pacific Division title in the history of the team under the leadership of Shane and Mike. Hockey may be a game, but these guys don’t play around. [Read more…]
3 Things You May Not Know About Placental Tissue Injections
In the grand scheme of things, we’re just now tapping into what China and other Asian cultures have known for centuries. Placental tissue therapy is helping to boost stamina, regenerate cells, improve skin and so much more. The positive effects of placental tissue injections, once thought to be merely legends, are now proving to be true.
Will Compression Garments Help with Peripheral Neuropathy
The weakness, numbness, tingling and discomfort caused by peripheral neuropathy can be irritating and painful. There are a variety of treatment options and remedies available, and many of our patients come to us having tried many of them, but still seek relief from this frustrating nerve disorder. One question we get asked quite often is, “Will compression garments help with peripheral neuropathy?” While we have heard of this method working for some people and not for others, here is a bit of information that might be helpful for you.
Staying Active with Your Grandchildren
For many people, grandchildren are the ultimate reward in life. Grandchildren can introduce a new sense of energy and adventure that can be the source of great happiness. They also present wonderful opportunities to remain active and keep us moving as we get older. [Read more…]
Insurance Coverage: Knee Replacement or Treatment?
Living with knee pain can sometimes feel unbearable. Whether it stems from an old injury or is caused by wear and tear as you get older, it’s debilitating and downright annoying at times! There’s nothing worse than feeling that you can’t get around like you did before your knee pain started. [Read more…]
Why You Should Consider Our OsteoArthritis of the Knee Program Over a Knee Replacement
Knee pain can be debilitating, and it should be handled as soon as possible. Depending on where you seek treatment, you may be recommended pain management (including the use of prescription medications), a rehabilitative program like our OsteoArthritis Treatment Program, or even a large procedure like a knee replacement. There are some circumstances in which a knee replacement is advised, but we’ve found so much success in our OsteoArthritis of the Knee Program that we recommend completing at least one 8-week round of treatment before reconsidering a knee replacement. [Read more…]
Massages for Peripheral Neuropathy?
Among the many different treatments and therapies for peripheral neuropathy, many who suffer from this condition have turned to massage for help in managing the symptoms. Because peripheral neuropathy is caused by damage to nerve endings in the hands and feet, a massage is thought to help stimulate those nerve endings. [Read more…]
The Top 4 Skin Cancer Myths (and a How-To Guide for Practicing Safe Skin)
Phoenix boasts an average of 211 sunny days per year, a swimming pool in nearly every back yard and plenty of fun year-round outdoor activities, so it’s easy to see why Valley residents spend a lot of time outside in the Arizona sun. But if not properly protected, your skin can suffer as a result of over exposure to the sun. Arizona has overwhelming skin cancer rates; the highest in the nation and the second highest in the world next to Australia. Skin cancer affects millions of people each year, and results in one death per hour which makes early detection and treatment imperative to curing melanoma and other deadly skin cancers. Below are a few skin cancer myths and misconceptions and some easy tips to stay protected. [Read more…]
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